Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Characteristics of alternating currents

Characteristics of alternating currents — practice question

The signal coming from a microphone is handled by a non-inverting amplifier. This amplifier contains an operational amplifier (op-amp).
(a)[2]

State, with reference to the input and output signals, what a non-inverting amplifier does.

(b(i))[1]

In Fig. 7.1, the circuit for the microphone and amplifier is shown. When the potential at point $P$ is $84\,\text{mV}$, the output potential difference $V_{\text{OUT}}$ is $2.6\,\text{V}$. Determine the gain of the amplifier circuit.

(b(ii))[2]

Determine the resistance value of resistor $R$.

(c(i))[1]

For the circuit in Fig. 7.1, suggest a suitable device to attach to the output so that the waveform shape of the sound collected by the microphone can be inspected.

(c(ii))[2]

State and explain the effect on the output potential difference $V_{\text{OUT}}$ when the resistance of resistor $R$ is increased.

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