Why does an AM radio channel require any bandwidth at all? Why can’t it just transmit on a single, precise frequency?

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Why does an AM radio channel require any bandwidth at all? Why can’t it just transmit on a single, precise frequency?

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Broadcasting on a very specific and narrow range means the receiver must be on *exactly* that specific and narrow range. This would be a pain in the ass.

Broadcasting on a slightly larger range means the receiver only needs to be within that slightly larger range. This is easier.

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