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Assertion (A): When a high reverse voltage is applied to a p-n junction the diode breaks down.
Reason (R): High reverse voltage causes Avalanche effect.

a.

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

b.

Both A and R are true but R is not a correct explanation of A

c.

A is true but R is false

d.

A is false but R is true

Answer: (a).Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation of A

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Q. Assertion (A): When a high reverse voltage is applied to a p-n junction the diode breaks down. Reason (R): High reverse voltage causes Avalanche effect.

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