66.4.3 - Gain Considerations
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What defines voltage gain in an amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about the basic formula of gain.
Name one benefit of using active loads.
💡 Hint: Consider how they affect performance.
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What is the primary advantage of using an active load in amplifiers?
💡 Hint: Consider how they interact with the amplifier’s characteristics.
True or False: Common source amplifiers typically achieve higher voltage gain than common emitter amplifiers.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the general performance of both configurations.
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Design a two-stage amplifier using both CE and CS configurations with active loads. Include biasing methods and calculate the overall gain.
💡 Hint: Focus on ensuring stability and linearity in your design.
Evaluate the impact of temperature changes on the performance of an amplifier using passive versus active loads.
💡 Hint: Consider thermal voltage and drift in performance.
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