Consider the following statements $(A)$ and $(B)$ and identify the correct answer.
$(A)$ $A$ Zener diode is connected in reverse bias when used as a voltage regulator.
$(B)$ The potential barrier of a $p-n$ junction typically lies between $0.1 \, V$ to $0.3 \, V$.

  • A
    $(A)$ and $(B)$ both are correct.
  • B
    $(A)$ and $(B)$ both are incorrect.
  • C
    $(A)$ is correct and $(B)$ is incorrect.
  • D
    $(A)$ is incorrect but $(B)$ is correct.

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