80.2 - Lecture 80: Differential Amplifier: Analysis and Numerical examples (contd.)
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Practice Questions
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What is common mode voltage?
💡 Hint: Think about the input terminals.
Explain differential mode gain in simple terms.
💡 Hint: What do we want to amplify?
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What is the common mode voltage's effect on the differential amplifier output?
💡 Hint: Think about saturation states.
True or False: MOSFETs and BJTs have the same operating principles in differential amplifiers.
💡 Hint: Consider what controls each type of transistor.
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Design a differential amplifier using BJTs for an application requiring high linearity. Calculate the gain, output range, and suggest strategies to minimize distortion.
💡 Hint: How can feedback help in maintaining the desired output?
Given a MOSFET circuit with V_GS = 5V, V_th = 1V, and a load of 10kΩ, calculate the output swing and common mode gain. Explain your findings.
💡 Hint: Use the current characteristics to see the maximum voltage drop possible.
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