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In the given circuit, the voltage across load resistance (RL) is:

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Options:
  • A 8.75 V
  • B  9.00 V
  • C 8.50 V
  • D 14.00 V
Solution:
1640 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 8.75 V

Both diodes are in forward bias. In forward bias, potential drop across Ge and Si will be 0.3 V & 0.7 V respectively.

Therefore, current in the circuit i=15-0.3-0.74×1000=3.5 mA

Required potential drop across RL
VL=iRL=3.5×10-3×2.5×1000 V

=8.75 V 

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