A diode with the i-v characteristic shown in Figure 9.8 is connected in series with a 5-V voltage source (in the forward-bias direction) and a load resistance of 200 ?. Determine:

a. The load current and voltage.

b. The power dissipated by the diode.

c. The load current and voltage if the load is changed to 100 ? and 500 ?.




Analysis:

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