WN-Overview of UTMS Terrestrial Radio access network

What does UMTS stand for?

• Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
• United Mobile Technology System
• Ultra Mobile Telecommunications System
• Unlimited Mobile Technology System

What is the primary goal of the UMTS Terrestrial Radio Access Network (UTRAN)?

• To provide wireless access to the core network for mobile devices
• To manage mobile device battery life
• To reduce interference between mobile devices
• To improve voice call quality

Which technology does UTRAN use for radio access?

• Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA)
• Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM)
• Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)
• Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)

What is the maximum theoretical data transfer rate for UMTS networks?

• 384 kbps
• 1 Mbps
• 10 Mbps
• 100 Mbps

Which frequency bands are typically used for UMTS in Europe and Asia?

• 2100 MHz
• 900 MHz and 2100 MHz
• 850 MHz and 1900 MHz
• 1700/2100 MHz

Which frequency bands are typically used for UMTS in the United States?

• 850 MHz and 1900 MHz
• 2100 MHz
• 900 MHz and 2100 MHz
• 1700/2100 MHz

What is the maximum range of a UMTS base station?

• 10-20 kilometers
• 50-100 kilometers
• 200-500 kilometers
• 1000-2000 kilometers

Which entity is responsible for managing UMTS frequency allocations?

• International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
• Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
• European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI)
• 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP)

Which entity is responsible for developing and maintaining UMTS standards?

• 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP)
• International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
• European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI)
• Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Which of the following is NOT a function of UTRAN?

• Billing and accounting
• Radio resource management
• Mobility management
• Admission control