$P-N$ junction is said to be forward biased,when

  • A
    the positive pole of the battery is joined to the $p$-semiconductor and negative pole to the $n$-semiconductor
  • B
    the positive pole of the battery is joined to the $n$-semiconductor and negative pole to the $p$-semiconductor
  • C
    the positive pole of the battery is connected to $n$-semiconductor and $p$-semiconductor
  • D
    a mechanical force is applied in the forward direction.

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