An SCR can be switched from a non-conducting state to a conducting state by applying
1. A voltage with high $$\frac{{{\text{dv}}}}{{{\text{dt}}}}$$
2. Voltage greater than forward break over voltage
3. Negative gate current with positive anode voltage
4. Positive gate current with positive anode voltage
Which of the following is correct?
A. 1, 2 and 3 are correct
B. 2, 3 and 4 are correct
C. 1, 2 and 4 are correct
D. 1 and 4 are correct
Answer: Option C
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A. Two pn junctions
B. One pn junction
C. Three pn junctions
D. None of the above
The UJT may be used as ___________.
A. Am amplifier
B. A sawtooth generator
C. A rectifier
D. None of the above

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