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The chapter covers multi-transistor amplifiers with active loads, focusing on understanding numerical examples and inherent design guidelines. Key aspects include analyzing the operation of BJT and MOSFET versions of CE amplifiers, calculating small signal parameters, and observing the effects of various load configurations on amplifier performance. A comparative analysis highlights the advantages of using active loads in terms of gain and bandwidth when present alongside passive loads.
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Term: Active Load
Definition: An active load uses active components, typically transistors, to enhance the gain characteristics of an amplifier compared to passive loads.
Term: Voltage Gain
Definition: The ratio of output voltage to input voltage for an amplifier, indicating how much the signal is amplified.
Term: Small Signal Parameters
Definition: Parameters that describe the behavior of a transistor (such as transconductance and output resistance) in response to small input signals.