66.2.3 - Circuit Analysis Including Small Signal Model and Gain
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Define an Active Load in amplifiers.
💡 Hint: Consider what type of components can provide dynamic responses.
What is the main limitation of a common emitter amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about how resistors affect the voltage output.
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What is the primary function of active load in amplifiers?
💡 Hint: Consider the advantages of using transistors versus fixed resistors.
True or False: Common source amplifiers typically have a higher voltage gain than common emitter amplifiers.
💡 Hint: Think about how each configuration behaves based on their components.
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Design a common emitter amplifier circuit using an active load and calculate its voltage gain. What parameters are critical for providing optimal performance?
💡 Hint: Focus on the importance of transistor specifications and how they relate to circuit behavior.
Given a common source amplifier's characteristics, analyze how using an active load would modify its gain compared to a passive load. What would be the expected outcome?
💡 Hint: Think about the interaction of load types and how they respond to input signals.
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