Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Semiconductors and Electronic Devices

Question:

In the given circuit, the current through the resistor 2kΩ is:

Options:

2 mA

4 mA

6 mA

1 mA

Correct Answer:

6 mA

Explanation:

In the circuit, Zener diode is used as a voltage regulating device. Therefore, the current in the circuit,

$I=\frac{12V}{2kΩ}=6×10^{-3}A=6mA$