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ATIS is normally provided

  1. Ato replace the FSS.
  2. Bto relieve frequency congestion.Correct answer
  3. Cfor the rapid updating of weather forecasts.
  4. Donly when VFR conditions exist at airports.

Why this is the answer

Per the TC AIM, ATIS continuously broadcasts routine arrival/departure information to relieve frequency congestion, freeing the controller from repeating it to every aircraft. It does not replace the FSS.

Reference

TC AIM-RAC– ATIS

Question reproduced verbatim from Transport Canada’s PSTAR Study and Reference Guide (TP 11919E). The answer key is Transport Canada’s; the explanation is ours.

A study aid — not a substitute for the official guide, the CARs, or your instructor.

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