-If a Diode in a Half-Wave Rectifier Opens in Figure

question 31

Multiple Choice

-If a diode in a half-wave rectifier opens in Figure 16-2, ________.

• A)the output dc voltage increases and the ripple frequency decreases
• B)the output dc voltage decreases and the ripple voltage increases
• C)the output dc voltage increases and the ripple voltage decreases
• D)the output dc voltage decreases and the ripple voltage decreases

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