Preview of practice Numerical Problem (33.5.9) - Common Source Amplifier (Part B)
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Question 1 Easy

What is the formula to calculate the DC operating point?

💡 Hint: Consider how voltage dividers work.

Question 2 Easy

What does a negative voltage gain indicate?

💡 Hint: Think about how output relates to input in amplifiers.

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of determining the DC operating point in an amplifier?

To ensure output voltage stays stable.
To find the voltage gain.
To calculate input capacitance.

💡 Hint: Think about the conditions required for steady amplification.

Question 2

True or False: A Common Source Amplifier can be optimized by using active loads.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how design choices affect amplifier performance.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a Common Source Amplifier with the following conditions: V_dd = 15V, required gain of -12. Explain the choices made for W/L and resistor values.

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between resistor values and transconductance.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss how temperature variations affect the performance of a Common Source Amplifier. Provide real-world examples.

💡 Hint: Think about the devices used in varying temperatures.

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