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For what purpose is an active load used in the collector of the difference amplifier of an Op-amp?

For what purpose is an active load used in the collector of the difference amplifier of an Op-amp? Correct Answer To increase the differential gain

In the differential amplifier of an op-amp, when the active load is used in the collector by replacing the resistive load for the following purpose:

i) to increase the differential gain

ii) to improve the common-mode rejection ratio (CMRR)

iii) active load provides large AC resistance

So the correct answer is option 2.

Important points:

Differential amplifier:

A differential amplifier is an arrangement of transistors such that it amplifies the difference between the signal and it is proportional to the output.

It can be operated in three modes:

i) Single-ended mode: only one input is available and the other is grounded.

ii) Differential mode: Signal is applied to both input with the same magnitude and frequency but 180° out of phase

iii) Common mode: Signal is applied to both input with the same magnitude and phase and frequency

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