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G7A07
What is the output waveform of an unfiltered full-wave rectifier connected to a resistive load?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: A. A series of DC pulses at twice the frequency of the AC input
A full-wave rectifier turns both halves of each AC cycle into positive pulses. So the output is DC pulses at twice the input frequency, such as 120 Hz from 60 Hz.
Tip: Full-wave doubles the pulse rate.