83.5 - Illustrative Circuit Examples
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Practice Questions
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Define a current mirror.
💡 Hint: Think of it like a device that copies current from one branch to another.
What is the purpose of a small signal model?
💡 Hint: Consider its use in analyzing amplifier response to AC signals.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of a current mirror?
💡 Hint: Think about its role in circuit consistency.
True or False: A common emitter amplifier will always provide an inverted output.
💡 Hint: Recall how the input and output voltage phases relate.
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Design a circuit that uses a current mirror to bias a differential amplifier. Calculate the bias current for given transistor specifications.
💡 Hint: Consider matching the transistor characteristics to improve accuracy.
Evaluate how the performance of a common emitter amplifier changes with varying temperatures affecting transistor characteristics.
💡 Hint: Analyzing thermal drift can guide you to effective compensation strategies.
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