In a BJT differential pair with an ideal constant tail-current source, increasing the differential input toward one transistor tends to?

  • ASteer more of the fixed tail current into that transistor
  • BIncrease both collector currents equally without limit
  • CForce both transistors permanently off
  • DEliminate the tail current
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Correct Answer: A. Steer more of the fixed tail current into that transistor
Explanation: A differential pair steers an approximately fixed tail current between its two devices according to the differential input voltage.
Reference: Standard analog electronics: differential pair current steering