In a transistor, the emitter current is
Correct answer: A. slightly more than the collector current
- A. slightly more than the collector current
- B. equal to the collector current
- C. slightly less than the collector current
- D. equal to the base current
Explanation
In a transistor, the emitter current is slightly more than the collector current because a small fraction of the emitter current is used to supply the base current. The remaining majority of the emitter current becomes the collector current.Incorrect Options and Explanations: (b) equal to the collector current - The emitter current is slightly more than the collector current due to the portion used to supply the base current. (c) slightly less than the collector current - The emitter current is slightly more than the collector current. (d) equal to the base current - The emitter current is not equal to the base current; it is related to the collector and base currents.
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