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Define β

Define the current gain βDC for a transistor.

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The dc common-emitter current ratio or current gain (βdc) is defined as the ratio of the collector current (IC) to base current (IB).

`beta_"dc" = "I"_"C"/"I"_"B"`

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Chapter 16: Semiconductor Devices - Exercises [Page 364]

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Balbharati Physics [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 16 Semiconductor Devices
Exercises | Q 17 ii | Page 364

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