Ques. 1JEE Main 2024, 29 January (Morning Shift)
In the given circuit, the breakdown voltage of the Zener diode is 3.0 V. What is the value of Iz ? [figure]
- 3.3 mA
- 10 mA
- 5.5 mA
- 7 mA
Answer
(3) 5.5 mA
Solution
[figure]
Zener in breakdown ⇒ VAB=VCD=3 V
I= 10-31 k =7 mA, IL= 32 k =1.5 mA
I=Iz+IL (junction rule at A)
Iz=7-1.5=5.5 mA
Answer: (3)