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For a two-input AND gate, the output when the inputs are 1 and 0 is:

Answer: 0.

  • A 0
  • B 1
  • C undefined
  • D oscillating

Correct answer: A. 0

Explanation: An AND gate outputs 1 only when all inputs are 1; with inputs 1 and 0 the output is 0.

Conductorconduction bandvalence bandbands overlapSemiconductorconduction bandvalence bandsmall gap (~1 eV)Insulatorconduction bandvalence bandlarge gap(> 3 eV)

Conductors have overlapping bands, semiconductors have a small energy gap that can be bridged by heat or doping, and insulators have a large gap that blocks conduction.

Concept context

Band theory, p-n junction, diodes, transistors, logic gates, and integrated circuits.

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