Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Electric potential

Electric potential — practice question

Fig. 7.1 shows the amplifier circuit that uses an ideal operational amplifier (op-amp).
(a(i))[4]

Using the properties of an ideal op-amp, explain why point P is called a virtual earth.

(a(ii))[4]

Derive an expression for the gain of the amplifier circuit in terms of $R_1$ and $R_2$.

(b)[3]

In Fig. 7.1, the ratio $\frac{R_2}{R_1}$ is 4.5. The input potential $V_{IN}$ is shown as a function of time $t$ in Fig. 7.2. On Fig. 7.2, indicate how the output potential $V_{OUT}$ changes with time $t$.

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