As frequency increases,small-signal diodes are no longer able to
A) switch off fast enough.
B) amplify ac signals.
C) be forward biased.
D) serve as active filters.

Question

As frequency increases,small-signal diodes are no longer able to
A)  switch off fast enough.
B) amplify ac signals.
C) be forward biased.
D) serve as active filters.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

As frequency increases, the ability of small-signal diodes to switch off fast enough is compromised due to their inherent capacitances, which limit their switching speed.

As Frequency Increases,small-Signal Diodes Are No Longer Able to