A zener diode is what type regulator?
A) shunt
B) series
C) boost
D) buck

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A zener diode is a shunt regulator that regulates voltage. When the voltage across the zener diode exceeds the breakdown voltage (called the zener voltage), the diode begins to conduct current in the reverse direction. This allows excess current to flow through the diode and regulate the voltage across the circuit. Therefore, the correct choice is A) shunt.

A Zener Diode Is What Type Regulator