An npn bipolar junction transistor (BJT) is operating in the

General Aptitude
Electronics and comm.

M: +1.00/-0.33

An npn bipolar junction transistor (BJT) is operating in the active region. If the reverse bias across the base – collector junction is increased, then

[GATE EC 2017 Set 2]

A the effective base width increases and common – emitter current gain increases

B the effective base width increases and common – emitter current gain decreases

C the effective base width decreases and common – emitter current gain increases

D the effective base width decreases and common – emitter current gain decreases