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The V-I characteristic of a diode is shown in the figure. The ratio of forward to reverse bias resistance is:

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Options:
  • A 10
  • B 10-6
  • C 106
  • D 100
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 10-6
Forward bias resistance

= ΔV ΔI = 0.1 10× 10 3 =10Ω

Reverse bias resistance = 10 10 6 = 10 7 Ω

Ratio of resistances

= Forward bias resistance Reverse bias resistance = 10 6

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