75.2 - Overview of Differential Amplifier
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What is a differential amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about what it does with two input signals.
Name one application of a differential amplifier.
💡 Hint: Consider where you might need signal amplification.
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What is the primary function of a differential amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about its name and purpose.
True or False: A differential amplifier works best with identical input signals.
💡 Hint: What happens when the signals are the same?
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Describe how you would implement a differential amplifier using both BJT and MOSFET transistors. What specifications would you choose and why?
💡 Hint: Consider their characteristics in terms of gain and application.
Given a circuit diagram of a differential amplifier, how would you calculate the differential mode and common mode gains if provided with all necessary components values?
💡 Hint: Refer back to the definitions of each type of gain.
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