Question

Can we use Norton’s theorem on a circuit containing a BJT?

(a) Yes

(b) No

(c) Depends on the BJT

(d) Insufficient data provided

This question was posed to me in unit test.

The origin of the question is Norton’s Theorem in chapter Network Theorems of Basic Electrical Engineering

Answer 1

Correct option is (b) No

For explanation: We can use Norton’s theorem only for linear networks. BJT is a non-linear network hence we cannot apply Norton’s theorem for it.