Practice Fixed Bias vs Self-Bias - 26.1.2 | 26. Common Emitter Amplifier (contd.) (Part A) | Analog Electronic Circuits - Vol 1
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the main advantage of self-bias over fixed bias?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how the collector current is affected by Ξ².

Question 2

Easy

Define fixed bias.

πŸ’‘ Hint: What factors influence base current in this method?

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is a major drawback of fixed bias?

  • Complex implementation
  • Dependence on Ξ²
  • Lower gain

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how changes in transistor properties can affect performance.

Question 2

True or False: Self-bias configurations reduce effects of thermal runaway.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how stability relates to thermal properties in circuits.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a self-bias circuit with specific resistor values and analyze how varying transistor Ξ² would affect the collector current.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reference the design equations and their implications on IC.

Question 2

Discuss the role of thermal runaway in amplifiers designed with fixed bias and how self-bias can mitigate these issues.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Link back to the operational stability discussion we had.

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