Exercise: Diode Applications

Questions for: Diode Applications

For the ideal diode the transition between states will occur at the point on the characteristic curve when VD = ________ V and ID = ________ A.
A:
0.3, 0
B:
0, 0
C:
0.7, 0
D:
0.7, 0.3
Answer: B
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Zener diodes are used in regulator networks to ________.
A:
generate voltage
B:
consume power
C:
maintain a fixed voltage across the load resistor
D:
protect the load
Answer: C
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The absence of the Si or Ge and VD label on a diode denotes ________ notation.
A:
approximate model
B:
ideal model
C:
exact model
D:
None of the above
Answer: B
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Once the Zener diode is in the "on" state, VZ is always ________ VL.

A:
larger than
B:
smaller than
C:
the same as
D:
None of the above
Answer: C
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The full-wave voltage doubler provides ________ filtering action than (as) the half-wave voltage doubler.
A:
better
B:
poorer
C:
the same
D:
None of the above
Answer: A
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