Partial specifications of a Zener diode is provided. VZ = 10.0 V, VZK – McqOptions

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1.	Partial specifications of a Zener diode is provided. V_Z = 10.0 V, V_ZK = 9.6 V, and I_ZT = 50 mA. Assuming that the power rating of a breakdown diode is established at about twice the specified Zener current (I_ZT), what is the power rating of each of the diodes described above?
A.	1.04 W
B.	0.104 W
C.	10.4 mW
D.	1.04 mW
Answer» B. 0.104 W

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