3.9 - Advantages and Disadvantages
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Practice Questions
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What advantage allows JFETs to work effectively with weak signals?
💡 Hint: Think about how much current they draw from the signal.
Which disadvantage of JFETs pertains to their amplification ability?
💡 Hint: What means they cannot amplify signals very well?
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What is one primary advantage of JFETs?
💡 Hint: Focus on how JFETs interact with input signals.
True or False: JFETs are known for their high gain.
💡 Hint: Consider their position in amplification comparisons.
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Design a low-power amplifier using JFETs and justify your selection over standard BJTs considering their advantages and disadvantages.
💡 Hint: Focus on the primary advantages of your design choice and any potential shortcomings.
Assess a scenario where using a JFET might lead to circuit failure due to its disadvantages and suggest an alternative solution.
💡 Hint: Think about the current demands of the circuit in your assessment.
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