Q.
In the circuit given the current through the zener diode is
A) 10 mA
B) 6.67 mA
C) 5 mA
D) 3.33 mA
Explanation
(d) Given circuit, $V_{r_{2}} = 10\ V\ and\ I_{r_{2}} = 6.67\ mA$
$I_{r_{1}} = \frac{5}{500}$ = 10 mA
$\therefore I$$_{2}$ = 10 $- \ 6.67 = 3.33$ mA
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.