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In a $p-n-p$ transistor, the current carriers are
PhysicsSemiconductorsTS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2020 (14 Sep Shift 1)
Options:
  • A acceptor ions
  • B donor ions
  • C free electrons
  • D holes
Solution:
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The correct answer is: holes
In a $p-n-p$ transistor, the majority carriers are holes. So, when it is connected to batteries, the current is carried by shifting of holes inside the transistor.

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