CHL
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Hello
When we calculate decibels,
dB = 10log(Po/Pi) = 10log{(Vo^2/R)/(Vi^2/R)} = 20log(Vo/Vi)
However, why the Rs are same?
In communication circuits, it is reasonable since the input and output impedances are 50ohm, same.
Even in other cases, we assume that the Rs are same.
What is the reason?
When we calculate decibels,
dB = 10log(Po/Pi) = 10log{(Vo^2/R)/(Vi^2/R)} = 20log(Vo/Vi)
However, why the Rs are same?
In communication circuits, it is reasonable since the input and output impedances are 50ohm, same.
Even in other cases, we assume that the Rs are same.
What is the reason?