What is the approximate length, in inches, of a half-wavelength 6 meter dipole antenna?

To determine the approximate length of a half-wavelength dipole antenna for the 6 meter band, we can start by recalling the formula that relates the wavelength in meters to the frequency in megahertz (MHz):

Wavelength (meters) = 300 / Frequency (MHz).

In the case of the 6 meter band, the frequency typically ranges around 50 MHz. Using the formula:

Wavelength = 300 / 50 = 6 meters.

A half-wavelength dipole antenna is typically half of the full wavelength. Therefore, we take half of 6 meters to find the antenna's length:

Half-wavelength = 6 meters / 2 = 3 meters.

Now to convert this length from meters to inches (since 1 meter is approximately 39.37 inches):

3 meters * 39.37 inches/meter ≈ 118.11 inches.

However, when rounded to the options provided, 112 inches is the closest and thus the approximate length of a half-wavelength 6 meter dipole antenna. Therefore, C is the correct choice as it closely represents this calculated value when options are considered.