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Define α.
Define the current gain αDC for a transistor.
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Solution
The dc common-base current ratio or current gain (αdc) is defined as the ratio of the collector current (Ic) to emitter current. (Ig)
`alpha_"dc" = "I"_"C"/"I"_"E"`
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