Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:Designers often estimate FET small-signal parameters by order of magnitude. Typical room-temperature values help with quick checks before detailed datasheet review or SPICE extraction. The original options mixed units ambiguously (e.g., 'mW' for a conductance). Here, units are corrected for clarity.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:Map each parameter to a plausible magnitude used in hand calculations and conceptual exam problems.
Step-by-Step Solution:
A (gm for JFET) → choose 0.01 S (10 mS) as a representative exam value → 2.B (rd for JFET) → tens of kΩ typical → 25 kΩ → 1.C (rd for MOSFET) → often higher than JFET → pick 0.5 MΩ → 3.D (gg for JFET) → tiny leakage conductance → ~10^-8 S → 4.Verification / Alternative check:Sanity check: gm * rd for JFET gives intrinsic gain order gmrd ≈ (10 mS)(25 kΩ) ≈ 250, a reasonable small-signal estimate. MOSFET's higher rd aligns with channel-length modulation effects.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Final Answer:A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4
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