Which of the following circuits represents a forward biased diode? [figure] Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- (C) and (E) only
- (A) and (D) only
- (B), (D) and (E) only
- (B), (C) and (E) only
Answer
(4) (B), (C) and (E) only
Solution
Forward bias: the p-side (arrow end) is at a higher potential than the n-side (bar end).
(A): -10<0 (A) reverse
(B): -10>-15 (B) forward
(C): 4>2 (C) forward
(D): p-side -10< n-side -5 (D) reverse
(E): p-side 2>0 (E) forward
(B), (C) and (E)
Answer: (4)