Full-Wave and Half-Wave Rectifiers

What is the main function of a half-wave rectifier?

• To convert AC to DC using both halves of the input cycle

• To convert AC to DC using only the positive half-cycle

• To increase the input voltage

• To smooth out the ripple voltage

In a full-wave rectifier, how does the output frequency compare to the input frequency?

• The output frequency is the same as the input frequency

• The output frequency is half of the input frequency

• The output frequency is twice the input frequency

• The output frequency is zero

Which rectifier is more efficient in converting AC to DC?

• Half-wave rectifier

• Full-wave rectifier

• Both have the same efficiency

• Neither is efficient

How many diodes are required for a half-wave rectifier?

• 1 diode

• 2 diode

• 3 diode

• 4 diode

Which rectifier has a higher ripple factor, meaning more AC fluctuations in the DC output?

• Half-wave rectifier

• Full-wave rectifier

• Both have the same ripple factor

• Neither has ripple