Question

Consider the following statements A and B and identify the correct answer:

A. For a solar-cell, the I-V characteristics lies in the IV quadrant of the given graph.
B. In a reverse biased pn junction diode, the current measured in (µA), is due to majority charge carriers.

• A. A is correct but B is incorrect
• B. A is incorrect but B is correct
• C. Both A and B are correct
• D. Both A and B are incorrect

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Analyze Statement A 

For a solar cell, the I − V characteristics lie in the fourth quadrant because it operates by converting light energy into electrical energy, generating current in the process. This makes Statement A correct.

Step 2: Analyze Statement B

In a reverse-biased pn-junction diode, the current (leakage current) is due to minority carriers, not majority carriers. Hence, Statement B is incorrect.

Step 3: Conclusion

Statement A is correct, but Statement B is incorrect.