JEE Mains · Physics · STD 12 - 14. Semicondutor electronics
Which of the following circuits represents a forward biased diode?

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
- A (A) and (D) only
- B (B), (D) and (E) only
- C (C) and (E) only
- D (B), (C) and (E) only
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(D) (B), (C) and (E) only
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
For forward bias potential of \(p\) side should be higher than \(n\) side.
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