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In a common-base connection, the emitter current is 6.28 mA and the collector current is 6.20 mA. Determine the common-base DC current gain.

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In a common-base connection, the emitter current is 6.28 mA and the collector current is 6.20 mA. Determine the common-base DC current gain.

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Solution

Data: The emitter current is IE = 6.28 mA.

The collector current is IC = 6.20 mA

`alpha_(dc) = I_C/I_E` 

⇒ `alpha = 6.20/6.28`

⇒ `alpha = 0.987`

The common base DC current gain is 0.987.

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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 20 | Page 364

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