A Silicon Diode Has a Bulk Resistance of 12 Ω

question 28

Multiple Choice

A silicon diode has a bulk resistance of 12 Ω and a forward current of 7 mA. The forward voltage drop across the diode is approximately

• A) 700 mV.
• B) 784 mV.
• C) 84 mV.
• D) 884 mV.

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