Question
Physics Question on Resistance
A p -n junction diode is connected to a battery of emf 5.7 V in series with a resistant 5kΩ such that it is forward biased. If the barrier potential of the diode is 0.7 V, neglecting the diode resistance, the current in the circuit is
A
1.14 mA
B
1mA
C
1A
D
1.14A
Answer
1mA
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is Option (B) : 1mA