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Select the correct statement from the following:

A

A diode can be used as a rectifier

B

A triode cannot be used as a rectifier

C

The current in a diode is always proportional to the applied voltage

D

The linear portion of the I -V characteristic of a triode is used for amplification without distortion

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Correct option is A)

Diode allows current to pass only in forward bias.

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