[Solved] The gate lead, in a thyristor is welded to :

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Q.	The gate lead, in a thyristor is welded to :
A.	p layer to which anode is connected
B.	n layer nearest to the anode terminal
C.	p layer nearest to the cathode terminal
D.	outside n layer
Answer» B. n layer nearest to the anode terminal

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