Transistor — UPSC IFoS 2024 Physics PYQ

The n\text{-}p\text{-}n transistor given below has \beta = 100, I_{CO} = 12\text{ nA} and V_{BE} = 0\cdot 8\text{ V}. Determine the transistor currents and the region of operation of the transistor. What happens if R_C is indefinitely increased?