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Question A-004-001-011

What is the output waveform of an unfiltered full-wave rectifier connected to a resistive load?

Correct Answer

A series of pulses at twice the frequency of the AC input

Explanation

An unfiltered full-wave rectifier converts both positive and negative AC half-cycles into pulsating DC, resulting in a series of positive (or negative, depending on connection) pulses occurring at twice the AC input frequency.

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