In the diagram shown,the Zener diode has a reverse breakdown voltage of $V_Z$. The current through the load resistance $R_L$ is $I_L$. The current through the Zener diode is

  • A
    $\frac{V_0-V_Z}{R_S}$
  • B
    $\frac{V_0-V_Z}{R_L}$
  • C
    $\frac{V_Z}{R_L}$
  • D
    $\left(\frac{V_0-V_Z}{R_S}\right)-I_L$

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