75.2.1 - Basic Operation
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What is the role of a differential amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about the main function it serves in circuits.
Define common mode gain.
💡 Hint: What happens to signals that are the same at both terminals?
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What is the main purpose of a differential amplifier?
💡 Hint: Consider what makes it different from standard amplifiers.
True or False: Lower common mode gain is preferable in differential amplifiers.
💡 Hint: What helps keep unwanted signals out of the output?
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Design a differential amplifier circuit that maintains a high differential mode gain while minimizing common mode gain.
💡 Hint: Think about what components need to match to achieve the desired gains.
Evaluate two different configurations of differential amplifiers, one using BJTs and the other using MOSFETs. Compare their performance based on gain characteristics and applications.
💡 Hint: Consider the specific advantages each type of transistor provides.
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