Practice Differential Amplifier (Input Stage) - 3.3.1 | 3. Analog CMOS Circuit Design - Part 1: Design Principles of Operational Amplifiers in CMOS | CMOS Integrated Circuits
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary function of a differential amplifier?

πŸ’‘ Hint: What do we mean by 'difference' in this context?

Question 2

Easy

What type of transistors are commonly used in a differential pair?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the technology used in CMOS circuits.

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Question 1

What is the main function of a differential amplifier?

  • To amplify the difference in two input signals
  • To only amplify positive signals
  • To make signals louder

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what differentiates it from other types of amplifiers.

Question 2

The tail current source in a differential amplifier...

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Is constant current important for stability?

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a differential amplifier that can achieve a specific gain of 100. What component values would you choose?

πŸ’‘ Hint: What ratio do you need to achieve a gain of 100?

Question 2

Evaluate how reducing the tail current would affect the stability of a differential amplifier.

πŸ’‘ Hint: What happens to performance if you don't have enough current?

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