In an $n$-type semiconductor, the Fermi energy level lies

  • A
    in the forbidden energy gap nearer to the conduction band
  • B
    in the forbidden energy gap nearer to the valence band
  • C
    in the middle of forbidden energy gap
  • D
    outside the forbidden energy gap

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