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Find the maximum gain of a \(\frac{\lambda}{2}\) wire dipole operating at 30 MHz?

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Important antenna gains: \[ \text{Isotropic antenna}=1 \] \[ \text{Half-wave dipole}=1.64 \] \[ \text{Half-wave dipole}=2.15~dB \]

Updated On: Jun 25, 2026

\(1\)
\(1.64\)
\(10.23\)
\(30.33\)

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The Correct Option is B

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