D. both in place of SCR and as a trigger switch for SCR
Correct Answer
as a trigger switch for SCR
Explanation
It is a four layered PNPN device without a gate terminal. Its characteristics is similar to that of SCR with zero gate current. It is acting as a trigger switch for Thyristor.
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