PC-06 · Chapter 1 · Passives & Components
Zener in a divider
Two 1 kΩ resistors in series from 10 V to ground; a 4 V Zener sits across the bottom resistor. What current flows in the bottom resistor? In the top one?
| Level | ● screening |
| Track | General board |
| Really testing | Whether you check the Zener actually conducts before assuming it does. |
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