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A `P-N` junction diode can withstand currents up to `10 mA`. Under forward bias, The diode has a potential drop of `0.5 V` across it which is assumed to be independent of current. The maximum voltage of the battery used to forward bias the diode when a resistance of `200 Omega` is connected in series with it is

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