An SCR is considered to be a semi controlled device because

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A . it can be turned OFF but not ON with a gate pulse.

B . it conducts only during one half cycle of an alternating current wave.

C . it can be turned ON only during one half cycle of an AC.

D . it can be turned ON but not OFF with a gate pulse.

Answer: Option D

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