The ARRL General Class License Manual includes everything you need to pass your General class exam (Element 3). The General class license is the second of the three US amateur radio licenses. To upgrade to General class, you must hold a Technician class license (or have recently passed the Technician license exam). Use this manual to pass the 35-question multiple-choice examination. Upgrading to General class will increase your capabilities dramatically, making it possible to communicate with other hams across the country and around the globe.