5.3 - Types of MOSFET Amplifier Configurations
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What is the main characteristic of a Common Source amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about the amplification factor.
Does a Common Drain amplifier provide unity gain?
💡 Hint: Recall the purpose of a buffer.
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Which amplifier configuration provides the highest gain?
💡 Hint: Think about which configuration amplifies signals most effectively.
True or False: A Common Drain amplifier has a phase shift in the output signal.
💡 Hint: Recall the nature of a buffer amplifier.
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Design a multi-stage amplifier using a Common Source followed by a Common Drain. Describe the characteristics you expect from each stage.
💡 Hint: Focus on how each configuration affects the signals as they pass through.
What challenges might arise when using a Common Gate amplifier in a low-frequency application, and how could you mitigate them?
💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs between frequency response and impedance.
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