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Assertion (A): A high dv/dt may cause triggering of a thyristor.
Reason (R): A high dv/dt results in charging current in the thyristor.
Options
A. Both A and R are correct and R is correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R correct but R is not correct explanation of A
C. A is correct but R is wrong
D. A is wrong but R is correct

Correct Answer

Both A and R are correct and R is correct explanation of A

Explanation

The charging current may cause triggering.

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Options
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