Practice - Load Regulation Test
Practice Questions
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Define load regulation in the context of a voltage regulator.
💡 Hint: Think about the stability of output voltage during changes in current.
What is a Zener diode used for?
💡 Hint: Consider its unique property in reverse bias.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does load regulation measure in a voltage regulator?
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of a voltage regulator.
True or False: A lower load regulation percentage indicates better performance.
💡 Hint: What does the percentage reflect about the output voltage stability?
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Challenge Problems
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A voltage regulator presents a load regulation of 8% between its V_NL of 12V and a V_FL of 11V. Calculate the percentage increase in load current and comment if this is adequate for sensitive components.
💡 Hint: Understand how the output voltage relates to its stability for sensitive circuits.
You have a Zener diode with a rated voltage of 5V and measures 5.5V under light loads. What improvements would you suggest for better load regulation, and how would you validate them?
💡 Hint: Consider how component adjustments affect the overall circuit performance.
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