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When a reverse bias is applied to a p-n junction, the width of depletion layer.

a.

decreases

b.

increases

c.

remains the same

d.

may increase or decrease

Answer: (b).increases

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Q. When a reverse bias is applied to a p-n junction, the width of depletion layer.

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