If the operating point of an NPN transistor amplifier is selected in saturation region, it is likely to result in
A) Thermal runaway of transistor
B) Clipping of output in the positive half of the input signal
C) Need for high dc collector supply
D) Clipping of output in the negative half of
the input signal

1 Answer

Answer :

B) Clipping of output in the positive half of the input signal

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