The iLBC codec operates at 38 bytes per sample per 20-millisecond interval. What is its codec bit rate
in kilobits per second?

A.
6.3

B.
13.3

C.
15.2

D.
16

E.
24

Explanation:

The internet Low Bit Rate Codec (iLBC) is designed for narrow band speech and results in a payload
bit rate of 13.33 kbits per second for 30-millisecond (ms) frames and 15.20 kbits per second for 20
ms frames. When the codec operates at block lengths of 20 ms, it produces 304 bits per block, which
is packetized as defined in RFC 3952. Similarly, for block lengths of 30 ms it produces 400 bits per
block, which is packetized as defined in RFC 3952.The iLBC has built-in error correction functionality
to provide better performance in networks with higher packet loss.