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In telecommunications, return loss is the loss of power in the signal returned/reflected by a discontinuity in a transmission line or optical fiber. This discontinuity can be a mismatch with the terminating load or with a device inserted in the line.eturn loss is the negative of the magnitude of the reflection coefficient in dB. Since power is proportional to the square of the voltage, return loss is given by, where the vertical bars indicate magnitude.
Loss.(p7) Loss is the excess of the adjusted basis over the amount realized for the property. See How to Figure Your Gain or Loss Worksheet, later, for steps you should follow to figure your gain or loss. The process is the same for single family homes, condominiums, mobile homes, and all other types of homes. If you have questions as you work through these step-by-step instructions, or want examples of costs that can and cannot be included, see Basis AdjustmentsâDetails and Exceptions, later.