51.1.11 - Effect of Source Resistance on Voltage Gain
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Define voltage gain in amplifiers.
💡 Hint: Think about what makes an amplifier effective.
What does source resistance do to an input signal?
💡 Hint: Consider how resistance affects current flow.
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What is the primary function of a common base amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about its basic use in electronic circuits.
True or False: Increasing source resistance leads to greater voltage gain.
💡 Hint: Consider how resistance affects the input signal.
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Calculate the expected voltage gain of a common base amplifier if the output voltage is found to be 200V with an input of 2V. Discuss how varying source resistance from 0 to 10kΩ would change your expected results.
💡 Hint: Take into account how input and output interact through Ohm’s Law.
Design a circuit using a common base amplifier to process a weak signal. What components would you consider to minimize the source resistance effect?
💡 Hint: Consider how biasing can affect overall circuit performance.
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