Zener diode practice problems
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Read the Zener diode class notes.
For the zener diode circuit shown,
- R = 560 Ω
- VS = 51 V
- IS = 65 mA
The breakdown voltage of the Zener diode is 5 V.

Calculate the currents iR and iZ, and the voltage across the Zener diode, vZ.