AIPMT PRELIMS2003Physics-Semiconductors

AIPMT PRELIMS 2003 Physics Transistors MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

A n-p-n transistor conducts when

A

both collector and emitter are positive with respect to the base

B

collector is positive and emitter is negative with respect to the base

C

collector is positive and emitter is at same potential as the base

D

both collector and emitter are negative with respect to the base

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

In an n-p-n transistor, the collector is positive and the emitter is negative with respect to the base for conduction.

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