The typical biasing of a silicon transistor is shown in the figure.
The value of the common-emitter current gain \( \beta \) for the transistor is 100. Ignore reverse saturation current. The output voltage \( V_o \) (in V) is ____ (in integer).
The value of the common-emitter current gain \( \beta \) for the transistor is 100. Ignore reverse saturation current. The output voltage \( V_o \) (in V) is ____ (in integer).
Correct Answer: 12
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