A square-wave input signal of 10 V peak amplitude is applied to the diode-resistor circuit shown. Which waveform appears across load $R_L?$
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A square-wave input signal of 10 V peak amplitude is applied to the diode-resistor circuit shown. Which waveform appears across load R_L?

G1 Physics · Accepted Answer

The circuit combines the input square wave with a 5 V bias and an ideal diode. The diode conducts only when its polarity allows; during the other half-cycle it isolates the load. Comparing positive and negative input intervals with the diagram gives the clipped output shown in B. Final answer: Option B.