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The document outlines the internal blocks of an Operational Amplifier (Op-Amp) and their functions in the signal processing path. It includes multiple-choice questions, a matching activity, and a word game to reinforce understanding of components like the differential input stage, intermediate gain stage, level shifter, and output stage. The instructor's note emphasizes the collaboration of these blocks for accurate signal amplification and transmission.

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Unit 2 - 2

The document outlines the internal blocks of an Operational Amplifier (Op-Amp) and their functions in the signal processing path. It includes multiple-choice questions, a matching activity, and a word game to reinforce understanding of components like the differential input stage, intermediate gain stage, level shifter, and output stage. The instructor's note emphasizes the collaboration of these blocks for accurate signal amplification and transmission.

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Worksheet: Internal Blocks in the Signal Processing Path of an Op-Amp

Session Learning Outcome: Explain the function of internal blocks in the signal processing
path of an Operational Amplifier (Op-Amp).

Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)


1. Which of the following blocks forms the input stage of an Op-Amp’s signal path?

a) Level Shifter
b) Differential Amplifier
c) Output Buffer
d) Current Mirror
Answer: b) Differential Amplifier

2. The main purpose of the intermediate gain stage in an Op-Amp is to:

a) Provide impedance matching


b) Shift the DC level of the signal
c) Provide high voltage amplification
d) Drive the load directly
Answer: c) Provide high voltage amplification

3. The output stage of an Op-Amp is primarily designed to:

a) Increase input impedance


b) Decrease output impedance and drive the load
c) Provide frequency compensation
d) Shift DC voltage levels
Answer: b) Decrease output impedance and drive the load

Section B: Matching Activity


Match the Op-Amp internal block with its primary function.

Column A (Op-Amp Block) Column B (Function)

1. Differential Input Stage a. Converts differential signal to single-


ended output

2. Intermediate Gain Stage b. Provides high voltage gain


3. Level Shifter c. Adjusts DC level between stages

4. Output Stage d. Provides large current to drive load

Answer Key: 1 → a, 2 → b, 3 → c, 4 → d

Section C: Word Game – “Decode the Circuit Path”


Unscramble the following terms related to the signal processing path of an Op-Amp:

Scrambled Word Hint Correct Word

NITUP TFEIRDELAFIN The stage that receives the INPUT DIFFERENTIAL


input differential signal

GA NI EGTSA Provides most of the voltage GAIN STAGE


amplification

LEEVL IFSHETR Shifts DC level to zero LEVEL SHIFTER


reference

UTPTOU ETGSA Final stage that drives the OUTPUT STAGE


output load

Instructor’s Note / Reflection Question


Question: Explain how the internal blocks of an Op-Amp work together to ensure accurate
signal amplification and transmission.

Suggested Answer: The differential input stage amplifies the difference between input
voltages, the gain stage increases signal amplitude, the level shifter corrects DC offset, and
the output stage delivers a strong, low-impedance signal to the load — together forming the
complete signal processing path of the Op-Amp.

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