If the forward voltage in a diode is increased, the width of the depletion region.

Increases

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Decreases

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Fluctuates

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No change

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Solution

The correct option is C Decreases
If the forward voltage in a diode is increased to the break down voltage of the depletion region, then the width of the depletion region decreases .

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