61.1 - Analog Electronic Circuits
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Practice Questions
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What two configurations make up a cascode amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about the name 'cascode'; it involves two stages.
What is the primary benefit of using a cascode amplifier?
💡 Hint: Consider the performance when combining stages.
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What is the primary role of a cascode amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of cascading amplifiers.
True or False: The input resistance of a common base amplifier is high.
💡 Hint: Recap what we've learned about input characteristics of the configurations.
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Design a cascode amplifier with a set gain of 50, detailing each component's role and required specifications.
💡 Hint: Consider the voltage gain formula and ensure to calculate each biasing point.
Discuss how temperature variations affect the performance of cascode amplifiers.
💡 Hint: Examine how thermal voltage affects V_BE and, consequently, current flow.
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