14.1.9 - Finding Collector Current
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Practice Questions
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What happens to collector current if
V_BE
is increased?
💡 Hint: Refer to the exponential equation relating I_C and V_BE .
Define base current in relation to collector current.
💡 Hint: Recall the relationship I_C = β imes I_B .
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What is the relationship between
V_BE
and
I_C
?
💡 Hint: Consult the BJT equations for clarification.
True or False: The collector current is independent of base current.
💡 Hint: Refer to the formula relating I_C and I_B .
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Challenge Problems
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Determine the collector-emitter voltage and collector current for a BJT with
V_{CC} = 15V
,
R_C = 1kΩ
, and
I_B = 20μA
, considering
β = 100.
💡 Hint: Apply KVL for the circuit loop to find V_{CE}.
Design a biasing network for a given BJT to achieve a stable operation at
I_C = 5mA
with fluctuations in
V_{CC}
.
💡 Hint: Consider the voltage divider rule and how it affects the base current.
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