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A p-n junction in series with a resistance of 5 kΩ is connected across a 50 V DC source. If the forward bias resistance of the junction is 50 Ω, the forward bias current is
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Options:
  • A 1 mA
     
     
  • B 2 mA
     
     
  • C 20 mA
     
     
  • D 9.9 mA
     
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 9.9 mA
 
Total resistance = 50 + 5000 = 5050 Ω

∴ Forward bias current i=505050=1101=9.9 mA

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