Normal Operation of an NPN BJT Requires the Base to Be

question 23

Multiple Choice

Normal operation of an NPN BJT requires the base to be ____ with respect to the emitter, and _____with respect to the collector.

• A)negative, negative
• B)positive, negative
• C)positive, positive
• D)negative, positive

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