What is B (beta) for transistor?

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Beta (β) for a transistor, specifically an NPN type, refers to the current gain, defined as the ratio of collector current to base current. It is a crucial parameter in determining the amplification capability of the transistor. The equation for calculating beta is β = Ic/Ib, where Ic is the collector current and Ib is the base current. Understanding beta is essential for analyzing transistor behavior in circuits. This concept is foundational in electronics and is well-documented in resources like Wikipedia.
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On one of the homework problems on NPN type transistor, I am asked to find Beta. What does Beta mean? Is it amplification? Is there equation for it?

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