How does the RC differentiator output look when $5 \tau$ is much less than the pulse width?
A) square waves
B) positive spikes
C) negative spikes
D) positive and negative spikes

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When \$5	au\$ is much less than the pulse width, the RC circuit acts as a differentiator and produces positive and negative spikes at the leading and trailing edges of the input pulses. Therefore, the output will be a combination of positive and negative spikes.

How Does the RC Differentiator Output Look When 5τ5 \tau5τ Is Much Less Than the Pulse Width? A) Square Waves

How Does the RC Differentiator Output Look When $5 \tau$ Is Much Less Than the Pulse Width?
A) Square Waves