27.4.1 - Gain Degradation due to Emitter Resistor
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Define gain degradation in the context of emitter resistors.
💡 Hint: Think about the role of resistors in circuit design.
What is the formula for calculating voltage gain in a common emitter amplifier?
💡 Hint: Recall how emitter resistors impact amplification.
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What is the primary function of an emitter resistor in a common emitter amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of resistors in circuit behavior.
True or False: Increasing the emitter resistor always increases the voltage gain.
💡 Hint: Recall how gain is calculated.
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Calculate the voltage gain of a common emitter amplifier with g_m = 25mS, R_C = 5kΩ, and R_E = 2kΩ. Discuss the effect on gain if R_E is doubled.
💡 Hint: Substitute values carefully into the formula.
Design an amplifier circuit and specify the necessary component values. Assess stability with varying beta values and explain why it's important.
💡 Hint: Focus on stability and gain balance based on the analysis.
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