69.3.3 - Comparison with Passive Load
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What is a passive load?
💡 Hint: Think about components that don’t amplify signals.
Define transistor beta (β).
💡 Hint: What does it say about the relationship of the currents?
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What is a characteristic of an active load?
💡 Hint: Consider what distinguishes active loads from passive ones.
True or False: Early voltage changes have no effect on amplifier output.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of early voltage on operational parameters.
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Design a CE amplifier with active load. Given that the early voltage is increased, how would you adjust the biasing resistors to maintain output stability?
💡 Hint: Consider how early voltage adjustments influence output stability and bias points.
Given a circuit with a passive load, what potential issues arise when the transistor beta decreases? Discuss a solution.
💡 Hint: Think about feedback's role in stabilizing varying parameters.
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