| In the amateur radio system, three written examination elements (2, 3, and 4) establish operator class of license granted. For each operator class, an applicant must pass the elements indicated: | |
| Operator Class | Written Elements Required |
| Technician | Element 2 |
| General | Element 2, 3 |
| Amateur Extra | Element 2, 3, 4 |
Written Elements
| Each written examination establishes the level of operational and technical ability in performing properly the responsibilities of an amateur service licensee. | |||
| Each written examination consists of a set of questions: | |||
| Element | Operator Privileges | Questions | Minimum Passing Score |
| 2 | Technician Class | 35 | 26 |
| 3 | General Class | 35 | 26 |
| 4 | Amateur Extra Class | 50 | 37 |