Practice Class A Power Amplifier (4.1.1) - POWER AMPLIFIERS AND FEEDBACK ANALYSIS
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Class A Power Amplifier

Practice - Class A Power Amplifier

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Question 1 Easy

Define a Class A amplifier.

💡 Hint: Remember its operation throughout all phases of the input signal.

Question 2 Easy

What is quiescent current?

💡 Hint: Consider a scenario where the amplifier is powered but silent.

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Question 1

What defines a Class A power amplifier?

A amplifier that conducts only half the cycle
An amplifier that conducts the entire input cycle
An amplifier that operates with high efficiency

💡 Hint: Think about how long the transistor conducts current.

Question 2

True or False: Class A amplifiers are highly efficient.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the power waste versus output power.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A particular Class A amplifier has a quiescent current of 20 mA and works with positive peaks of 10V across an 8Ω load. Calculate the maximum power it could theoretically output, and discuss whether this is achievable in real scenarios.

💡 Hint: Use ohmic power formulas but remember class A efficiency limitations.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a scenario illustrating the impact of differing quiescent current levels on an amplifier’s performance. Propose ways to address inefficiencies while maintaining quality.

💡 Hint: Consider balancing efficiency and quality output.

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