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G7A01
What is the function of a power supply bleeder resistor?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: B. It discharges the filter capacitors when power is removed
A bleeder resistor sits across the filter capacitors and slowly drains their charge after the power is turned off. This prevents a dangerous shock from stored energy.
Tip: Bleeder bleeds off the capacitor charge.