A photodiode operated in photoconductive mode is normally?

  • AReverse biased
  • BStrongly forward biased
  • CShorted with no field in every case
  • DUsed only above breakdown
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Correct Answer: A. Reverse biased
Explanation: Photoconductive-mode photodiodes are reverse biased, which widens the depletion region and generally improves response speed.
Reference: Standard optoelectronics: photodiode operating modes