In a simple PLL frequency synthesizer with divide-by-N feedback, a 100 kHz reference and N=50 produce an output frequency of approximately?

  • A2 kHz
  • B100 kHz
  • C5 MHz
  • D50 MHz
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Correct Answer: C. 5 MHz
Explanation: In lock, the divided output equals the reference, so fout/N=fref and fout=Nfref=50×100 kHz=5 MHz.
Reference: Standard analog electronics: PLL frequency synthesis
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