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Consider the following statement `A` and `B` and identify the correct choice of the given answers
`A:` The width of the depletion layer in a `P-N` junction diode increases in forwards biase
`B:` In an intrinsic semiconductor the fermi energy level is exactely in the middle of the forbidden gap

A

`A` is true and `B` is false

B

Both `A` and `B` are false

C

`A` is false and `B` is true

D

Both `A` and `B` are true

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