Which of the statements given is true for a $p$-type semiconductor?

  • A
    Electrons are majority carriers and trivalent atoms are the dopants.
  • B
    Electrons are minority carriers and pentavalent atoms are the dopants.
  • C
    Holes are minority carriers and pentavalent atoms are the dopants.
  • D
    Holes are majority carriers and trivalent atoms are the dopants.

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