In a full-wave rectifier circuit with two ideal diodes, where Vdc represents the average output voltage and Vm is the maximum voltage across a resistive load, which of the following correctly describes the relationship between Vdc and the peak inverse voltage (PIV) of the diode?

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19 Dec 2018
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Explanation

For a full-wave rectifier using two ideal diodes, the average output voltage Vdc is given by (2Vm/π), and the peak inverse voltage (PIV) that each diode must withstand is 2Vm. This ensures the diode can block the maximum reverse voltage during operation.

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