If the input pulse to an RC differentiator is very short compared to the circuitʹs time constant, then the differentiatorʹs output is ________.
A) zero volts
B) a square wave very similar to the input voltage
C) a dc voltage equal to the peak input voltage
D) a dc value of about half the peak input voltage

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A very short input pulse compared to the RC circuit's time constant results in an output that closely resembles the shape of the input, which is typically not a perfect square wave due to the differentiation process, but for the sake of this question, option B is considered the correct answer as it implies the output retains a similar shape to the input.

If the Input Pulse to an RC Differentiator Is Very