Question 240: Semiconductors and Logic Gates

Question

The zener diode has a V
z
= 30V. The current passing through the diode for the following circuit is ________ mA.
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Accepted Answer

$I = {{90 - 30} \over 4} = 15mA$
${I_1} = {{30} \over {5K\Omega }} = 6mA$
${I_2} = 15mA - 6mA = 9mA$
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Semiconductors and Logic Gates

The zener diode has a V z = 30V. The current passing through the diode for the following circuit is ________ mA.

Integer / Numeric Answer Type