Practice Threshold Voltage Impact - 80.8.1 | 80. Differential Amplifier : Analysis and Numerical Examples (Contd.)(Part B) | Analog Electronic Circuits - Vol 4
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the minimum voltage needed to turn on Q1 and Q2 in a differential amplifier?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Refer to the principles of V_BE.

Question 2

Easy

What happens to the output if the collector voltage approaches the supply voltage?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the relationship between supply voltage and output signal levels.

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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 threshold voltage for a BJT to turn on?

  • 0.2 V
  • 0.6 V
  • 0.8 V

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the base-emitter junction characteristics.

Question 2

True or False: Common mode voltage should ideally be equal to the threshold voltage for optimal operation.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the operational range of differential amplifiers.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a differential amplifier using BJTs with a common mode voltage of 3 V and a threshold voltage of 0.6 V, determine whether the transistors are operating in the saturation region. Explain your reasoning.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Draw out the voltage levels to visualize their interactions.

Question 2

Calculate the differential voltage gain for a differential amplifier with a differential mode gain of 50 and a common mode gain of -5. How does this affect the output signal?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember to factor in the effects of common mode gain on ideal signal outputs.

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