Solving Zener Circuit: Vs=50V, Vz=10V, Iz=32mA, R1=1K Ohm

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The discussion focuses on solving a Zener circuit with given parameters: Vs=50V, Vz=10V, Iz=32mA, and R1=1K ohm. The circuit configuration includes R1 in series with the source, while the Zener diode and load resistor (Rl) are in parallel. The user calculates the current through R1 as 50mA, the voltage across Rl as 10V, and the load current (Il) as 18mA, leading to a calculated Rl of 556 ohms. There is a request for confirmation of these calculations and guidance on determining the range of Rl. The user also expresses a willingness to draw the circuit for clarity.
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This is what i have so far the knowns
Vs= 50v
Vz = 10 v
Iz = 32mA
R1 = 1K ohm
Rl =? "potentmeter"

i just got the multisim program and could draw the cir if need be

R1 is in series with the source and the zener and rl are in parallel

it wants me to determine the range of Rl, Il, Vrl

I havew so far is 50 /1K = 50mA
Vrl = 10 v
I l = 50mA-32 mA = 18 mA
Rl = 556 ohms

is this correct and how would i go about finding the range of Rl

thanks joe
 
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To be certain, I need you to draw it.
 
thanks i found a pretty good example in an old text i had

thanks again

joe
 
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