CWNP CWISA-103 Exam - Topic 3 Question 11 Discussion

Actual exam question for CWNP's CWISA-103 exam

Question #: 11
Topic #: 3

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What is defined as the weakening of signal amplitude as the signal passes through a medium?

ADiffraction

BReflection

CAttenuation

DScattering

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Suggested Answer: C

Attenuation:Describes the progressive loss of signal strength as it travels through a medium (like air, cables, walls). It's caused by factors like absorption, distance, and obstacles.

Other Phenomena:

Diffraction:Bending of waves around obstacles.

Reflection:Waves bouncing off surfaces.

**Scattering: ** Waves dispersing in multiple directions.

Reference

Attenuation:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attenuation

by Nadine at Apr 01, 2026, 02:23 PM

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Christene

5 hours ago

I think the answer might be C) Attenuation, but I'm not completely sure.

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