Practice - I-V Characteristic Representation
Practice Questions
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What is the main difference between n-p-n and p-n-p transistors?
💡 Hint: Think about the layering order.
What happens to current flow when a transistor is reverse biased?
💡 Hint: Consider the direction of voltage application.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What junction in an n-p-n transistor must be forward biased for operation?
💡 Hint: Remember the arrangement of the junctions.
In which quadrant does the I-V characteristic of a p-n-p transistor appear?
💡 Hint: Consider the signs of currents and voltages.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a simple circuit with a p-n-p transistor to amplify a low-level audio signal. What biasing arrangement would you use, and what calculations are required?
💡 Hint: Focus on maintaining V_EB and V_EC.
Given the current gains and the saturation values for both n-p-n and p-n-p transistors, calculate the expected collector current for a given base current. Discuss how the differences in design affect performance.
💡 Hint: Consider practical limits of each type.
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