The electric current in an extrinsic semi conductor is the same of currents due to holes and electrons.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A True
In an extrinsic semiconductor, there are both types of charge carriers i.e. holes and electrons. Therefore, total current in the semiconductor is equal to the sum of current due to holes and electrons.

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