Which of the diode circuits shows correct biasing used for the measurement of dynamic resistance of p-n junction diode :
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Answer
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Solution
Dynamic resistance rd = V I is measured on the forward characteristic ⇒ the diode must be forward biased (p side at higher potential).
(A): + terminal (long plate) joins R and the n side (bar) of D4 ⇒ (A) is reverse biased
(B): + terminal earthed, − terminal (−5 V) → R → p side of D1 ⇒ (B) is reverse biased
(C): only a capacitor, no DC source ⇒ (C) gives no biasing
(D): + terminal (5 V) → R → p side of D2, n side earthed ⇒ (D) is forward biased
Answer: (4)