What happens during the regulation action of a Zener diode?

  • A
    The current through the series resistance $(R_s)$ changes.
  • B
    The resistance offered by the Zener changes.
  • C
    The Zener resistance is constant.
  • D
    Both $(A)$ and $(B)$.

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