53.1 - Analog Electronic Circuits
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Practice Questions
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What is a Common Base Amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about the common terminal in an amplifier circuit.
What does a coupling capacitor do?
💡 Hint: Consider its role in signal isolation.
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What happens to the input resistance when the coupling capacitor is removed?
💡 Hint: Consider how the circuit behaves without AC grounding.
True or False: The voltage gain in a Common Base Amplifier is always better with a coupling capacitor present.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how earbuds work with and without DC sources.
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If a Common Base Amplifier configuration shows an input resistance of 52 Ohms with a capacitor, what would be the expected input resistance if the capacitor is removed? Explain the underlying electrical principles.
💡 Hint: Focus on how signal dynamics change in your answer.
Analyze the trade-offs of removing the coupling capacitor in terms of stability and amplifier gain. Discuss how these factors impact real-world applications.
💡 Hint: Think about practical electronic device applications.
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