Which consequence results when antenna impedance mismatch occurs during radio wave propagation?

💡 Explanation

Signal reflection occurs because impedance mismatch prevents optimal power transfer, and the reflection redirects energy back to the source, reducing the effective radiated power; therefore, signal loss occurs rather than increased bandwidth or signal enhancement.

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