Practice Analog Electronic Circuits - 63.1 | 63. Multi-Transistor Amplifiers: Cascode Amplifier (Contd.) – Numerical Examples (Part A) | Analog Electronic Circuits - Vol 3
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a cascode amplifier?

💡 Hint: Think about the characteristics it enhances.

Question 2

Easy

Define operating point.

💡 Hint: Consider the context of transistor operation.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary function of a cascode amplifier?

  • Increase gain
  • Lower noise
  • Reduce power consumption

💡 Hint: Consider what benefits cascode configuration provides.

Question 2

True or False: The bandwidth of a cascode amplifier is generally higher than that of a common emitter amplifier.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the frequency response characteristics.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a cascode amplifier with specified parameters including a 12V supply, transistors with β values of 100 and 200, and couple the load capacitance of 100pF. Calculate the operating point and voltage gain.

💡 Hint: Refer to the voltage gain equation you learned: A = -R * g_m.

Question 2

You have a cascode amplifier with a known input capacitance of 20pF. Describe its impact on the frequency response compared to one with 125pF input capacitance.

💡 Hint: Connect capacitance to the frequency response relationship.

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