What is 'shadowing' on radar and how can you reduce it?

• A. Shadowing is the shadow area behind a large target where echoes are blocked; reduce by increasing antenna height, changing range, or adjusting scanning angle.
• B. Shadowing is when radar shadows the operator; reduce by wearing sunglasses.
• C. Shadowing refers to bright glare on screen; reduce by turning off display.
• D. Shadowing occurs only in digital radar; reduce by updating firmware.

Answer: (A)