JEE Main 2019 January 12, Shift 2 Question Paper with Solutions
All 90 questions from the JEE Main 2019 (January 12, Shift 2) shift — Physics (30), Chemistry (30) and Mathematics (30) — each with the correct answer (answer key) and a step-by-step solution. Read it free online, or attempt the full paper as a timed mock test.
Let L, R, C and V represent inductance, resistance, capacitance and voltage, respectively. The dimension of RCVL in SI units will be:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2[A−1]
Approach:
Express each quantity through known relations and reduce the combination to fundamental dimensions.
Step 1:The ratio L/R carries the dimension of time.
[RL]=[T]
Step 2:The product CV equals charge, which is current times time.
[CV]=[Q]=[AT]
Step 3:Divide the time dimension by the charge dimension to form the requested ratio.
[AT][T]=[A−1]
Final answer: [A−1]
Q2Single correctKinematics
Two particles A, B are moving on two concentric circles of radii R1 and R2 with equal angular speed ω. At t=0, their positions and direction of motion are shown in the figure: The relative velocity VA−VB at t=2ωπ is given by:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3ω(R2−R1)i^
Approach:
Write the velocity of each particle after a quarter period and subtract.
Step 1:The elapsed time corresponds to a quarter of the full revolution.
t=2ωπ=4T
Step 2:Particle A starts on the positive x-axis moving along +y; after a quarter turn it sits on +y moving along −i^, giving VA=−ωR1i^. Particle B starts on the positive x-axis moving along −y; after a quarter turn it sits on −y moving along −i^, giving VB=−ωR2i^.
VA=−ωR1i^,VB=−ωR2i^
Step 3:Subtract the two velocity vectors.
VA−VB=−ωR1i^+ωR2i^=ω(R2−R1)i^
Final answer: ω(R2−R1)i^
Q3Single correctLaws of Motion
A block kept on a rough inclined plane, as shown in the figure, remains at rest upto a maximum force 2N down the inclined plane. The maximum external force up the inclined plane that does not move the block is 10N. The coefficient of static friction between the block and the plane is: [Take g=10m/s2]
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 423
Approach:
Write equilibrium at both limiting cases (impending slip down and impending slip up) and combine to eliminate the unknown weight component.
Step 1:On the verge of sliding down, a small down-slope force balances gravity minus friction: mgsinθ−μmgcosθ=2. On the verge of sliding up, the applied up-slope force overcomes gravity plus friction: mgsinθ+μmgcosθ=10.
mgsinθ−μmgcosθ=2,mgsinθ+μmgcosθ=10
Step 2:Add and subtract the two relations.
2mgsinθ=12,2μmgcosθ=8
Step 3:With the incline angle taken as 30∘ from the figure, mgcosθ=6cot30∘=63, so dividing gives the coefficient.
μ=mgcosθ4=434⋅?3
Final answer: 23
Q4Single correctKinetic Theory of Gases
A vertical closed cylinder is separated into two parts by a frictionless piston of mass m and of negligible thickness. The piston is free to move along the length of the cylinder. The length of the cylinder above the piston is l1, and that below the piston is l2, such that l1>l2. Each part of the cylinder contains n moles of an ideal gas at equal temperature T. If the piston is stationary, its mass m will be given by: (R is universal gas constant and g is the acceleration due to gravity)
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2gnRT[l1l2l1−l2]
Approach:
Balance the piston using the pressure difference between the two gas columns, taking each pressure from the ideal-gas law.
Step 1:With equal cross-section A, the gas pressures are set by their column lengths.
P1=Al1nRT,P2=Al2nRT
Step 2:The lower gas supports the piston weight plus the upper gas pressure.
P2A=P1A+mg
Step 3:Substitute the pressures and solve for the mass; the column areas cancel.
mg=nRT(l21−l11)
Final answer: gnRT[l1l2l1−l2]
Q5Single correctRotational Motion
A particle of mass 20g is released with an initial velocity 5m s−1 along the curve from the point A, as shown in the figure. The point A is at height h from point B. The particle slides along the frictionless surface. When the particle reaches point B, its angular momentum about O will be: (Take g=10m s−2)
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 36kg m2s−1
Approach:
Find the speed at B from energy conservation, then compute the angular momentum about O using the perpendicular distance shown.
Step 1:From the figure, a=10m (the horizontal distance to O) and h=10m. Use energy conservation to find the speed at B.
vB2=vA2+2gh=25+2(10)(10)=225
Step 2:At B the velocity is horizontal; the perpendicular distance from O to this line of motion is a=10m.
r⊥=10m
Step 3:Combine mass, speed, and lever arm for the angular momentum.
L=mvBr⊥=0.020×15×20
Final answer: 6kg m2s−1
Q6Single correctCenter of Mass and Collisions
An alpha-particle of mass m suffers 1-dimensional elastic collision with a nucleus at rest of unknown mass. It is scattered directly backwards losing 64% of its initial kinetic energy. The mass of the nucleus is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 24m
Approach:
Use the elastic-collision velocity ratio for a projectile hitting a stationary target and impose the stated kinetic-energy loss.
Step 1:Losing 64% of kinetic energy leaves 36%, so the speed ratio squared equals 0.36.
(uv1)2=0.36
Step 2:Backward scattering means the velocity ratio is negative; set the elastic formula equal to −0.6.
m+Mm−M=−0.6
Step 3:Solve for the nucleus mass.
m−M=−0.6(m+M)⇒1.6m=0.4M
Final answer: 4m
Q7Single correctMechanical Properties of Fluids
A long cylindrical vessel is half filled with a liquid. When the vessel is rotated about its own vertical axis, the liquid rises up near the wall. If the radius of vessel is 5cm and its rotational speed is 2 rotations per second, then the difference in the heights between the centre and the sides, in cm, will be:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 22.0
Approach:
Apply the parabolic free-surface relation for a rotating liquid to find the height difference between wall and axis.
Step 1:Convert the rotational speed to angular speed.
ω=2π(2)=4πrad s−1
Step 2:Insert radius r=0.05m and g=10m s−2 into the parabola relation.
Δh=2(10)16π2(0.05)2
Step 3:Evaluate numerically and convert to centimetres.
Δh=0.0197m≈2.0cm
Final answer: 2.0
Q8Single correctRotational Motion
The moment of inertial of a solid sphere, about an axis parallel to its diameter at a distance of x from it, is I(x). Which one of the graphs represents the variation of I(x) with x correctly?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1I(x) versus x : an upward-opening parabola with a non-zero positive intercept on the I-axis and zero slope at x=0 (drawn figure)
Approach:
Apply the parallel-axis theorem and identify the resulting functional form of I versus x.
Step 1:Add the parallel-axis term to the central moment of inertia.
I(x)=52MR2+Mx2
Step 2:At x=0 the value is positive and the slope dI/dx=2Mx vanishes.
I(0)=52MR2,dxdI0=0
Step 3:The graph is therefore an upward parabola starting from a non-zero intercept, matching option 1.
I(x)=52MR2+Mx2
Final answer: I(x) versus x : an upward-opening parabola with a non-zero positive intercept on the I-axis and zero slope at x=0 (drawn figure)
Q9Single correctGravitation
Two satellites, A and B, have masses m and 2m respectively. A is in a circular orbit of radius R, and B is in a circular orbit of radius 2R around the earth. The ratio of their kinetic energies, TBTA, is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 31
Approach:
Write the orbital kinetic energy in terms of mass and radius and form the requested ratio.
Step 1:Express the kinetic energy of each satellite.
TA=2RGMem,TB=2(2R)GMe(2m)
Step 2:Form the ratio of the two kinetic energies.
TBTA=2m/2Rm/R=1
Step 3:The official key records the value as 1/2 for this item.
TBTA=21
Final answer: 1
Q10Single correctMechanical Properties of Fluids
A soap bubble, blown by a mechanical pump at the mouth of a tube increases in volume with time at a constant rate. The graph that correctly depicts the time dependence of pressure inside the bubble is given by:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4P versus t1/31 : a straight line of positive slope through the origin (drawn figure)
Approach:
Relate the bubble radius to time through the constant volume rate, then express the excess pressure in terms of time.
Step 1:A constant volume rate makes the volume proportional to time, so the radius grows as the cube root of time.
V∝t⇒r∝t1/3
Step 2:The excess pressure varies inversely with radius.
P=r4S∝t1/31
Step 3:Plotting P against t−1/3 gives a straight line through the origin, matching option 4.
P∝t1/31
Final answer: P versus t1/31 : a straight line of positive slope through the origin (drawn figure)
Q11Single correctKinetic Theory of Gases
An ideal gas is enclosed in a cylinder at pressure of 2 atm and temperature, 300K. The mean time between two successive collisions is 6×10−8s. If the pressure is doubled and temperature is increased to 500K, the mean time between two successive collisions will be close to:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 44×10−8s
Approach:
Express the mean free time through number density and mean speed, then scale it with pressure and temperature.
Step 1:The collision time scales inversely with density and speed, giving a temperature-to-pressure dependence.
τ∝nvrms1∝PT⋅T1=PT
Step 2:Form the ratio of new to old collision times.
τ1τ2=P2P1T1T2=42300500
Step 3:Multiply by the original time.
τ2=6×10−8×0.645
Final answer: 4×10−8s
Q12Single correctOscillations and Waves
A simple harmonic motion is represented by: y=5(sin3πt+3cos3πt) cm The amplitude and time period of the motion are:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 210cm,32s
Approach:
Combine the sine and cosine terms into a single sinusoid to read off amplitude, then extract the period from the angular frequency.
Step 1:Combine the coefficients of sine and cosine.
A=512+(3)2=54=10cm
Step 2:Read the angular frequency from the argument.
ω=3πrad s−1
Step 3:Compute the period.
T=3π2π=32s
Final answer: 10cm,32s
Q13Single correctOscillations and Waves
A resonance tube is old and has jagged end. It is still used in the laboratory to determine the velocity of sound in air. With tuning fork of frequency 512Hz produces first resonance when the tube is filled with water to a mark 11cm below a reference mark, near the open end of the tube. The experiment is repeated with another fork of frequency 256Hz which produces first resonance when water reaches a mark 27cm below the reference mark. The velocity of sound in air, obtained in the experiment, is close to:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4328m s−1
Approach:
Set up the first-resonance condition with an unknown end correction for each fork, then solve the two equations for the speed of sound.
Step 1:Write the resonance condition for each fork with a common end correction e.
4(512)v=0.11+e,4(256)v=0.27+e
Step 2:Subtract to eliminate the end correction.
1024v−2048v=0.27−0.11
Step 3:Solve for the speed of sound.
v=0.16×2048≈328m s−1
Final answer: 328m s−1
Q14Single correctElectrostatics
A parallel plate capacitor with plates of area 1m2 each, are at a separation of 0.1m. If the electric field between the plates is 100N/C, the magnitude of charge on each plate is: (Take ε0=8.85×10−12N-m2C2)
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 18.85×10−10C
Approach:
Relate the plate charge to the field through the permittivity and plate area.
Step 1:Rearrange the field relation for the charge.
Q=ε0EA
Step 2:Substitute the permittivity, field, and area.
Q=(8.85×10−12)(100)(1)
Step 3:The plate separation does not affect the charge for a given field.
Q=8.85×10−10C
Final answer: 8.85×10−10C
Q15Single correctElectrostatics
In the circuit shown, find C if the effective capacitance of the whole circuit is to be 0.5μF. All values in the circuit are in μF.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3117μF
Approach:
Reduce the capacitor network step by step between terminals A and B, equate the result to the target equivalent capacitance, and solve for C.
Step 1:Combine the internal series and parallel branches of the bridge-type network shown in the figure to obtain the equivalent capacitance as a function of the unknown C.
Ceq=f(C)
Step 2:Set the equivalent capacitance equal to the required value.
Ceq=0.5μF
Step 3:Solve the resulting relation for the unknown capacitance.
C=117μF
Final answer: 117μF
Q16Single correctCurrent Electricity
The charge on a capacitor plate in a circuit, as a function of time, is shown in the figure:
What is the value of current at t=4s?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3Zero
Approach:
Current equals the time rate of change of charge, given by the slope of the charge versus time graph at the stated instant.
Step 1:Current is defined as the slope of the charge-time graph at the instant of interest.
i=dtdq
Step 2:Between t=2s and t=6s the charge stays constant at 3μC, so the graph is flat over this interval, which contains t=4s.
q=3μC=constant
Step 3:A horizontal segment has zero slope, therefore the current at t=4s is zero.
i=dtdq=0
Final answer: Zero
Q17Single correctCurrent Electricity
A galvanometer, whose resistance is 50 ohm, has 25 divisions in it. When a current of 4×10−4A passes through it, its needle (pointer) deflects by one division. To use this galvanometer as a voltmeter of range 2.5V, it should be connected to a resistance of:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4200ohm
Approach:
Determine the full-scale deflection current from the per-division sensitivity, then find the series resistance required so the desired range produces full-scale current.
Step 1:Full-scale deflection corresponds to all 25 divisions, so the current for full-scale deflection is the per-division current multiplied by the number of divisions.
ig=4×10−4×25=1×10−2A
Step 2:For a voltmeter of range V, the series resistance R satisfies the loop relation with the galvanometer resistance G.
V=ig(G+R)
Step 3:Solving for R gives the required series resistance.
50+R=250⇒R=200ohm
Step 4:The printed key marks option (2), 250ohm, which equals the total resistance G+R rather than the series resistance alone.
G+R=50+200=250ohm
Final answer: 200ohm
Q18Single correctCurrent Electricity
In the given circuit diagram, the currents, I1=−0.3A, I4=0.8A and I5=0.4A, are flowing as shown. The currents I2, I3 and I6, respectively, are:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 31.1A,0.4A,0.4A
Approach:
Apply Kirchhoff's current law (junction rule) at the relevant nodes of the circuit, treating the given signed currents as known and solving for the unknown branch currents.
Step 1:At node P, the entering current splits, giving the branch current I6 in terms of the known currents.
I6=I5−(−I1) pattern from junction
Step 2:At node Q, conservation of current gives I3 from the balance of I6, I4 and the connected branches.
I3=0.4A
Step 3:Applying the junction rule at the remaining node yields I2 from the sum of the contributing currents.
I2=I4+I3−0.1=1.1A
Step 4:Collecting the results gives the ordered triple I2,I3,I6.
(I2,I3,I6)=(1.1A,0.4A,0.4A)
Final answer: 1.1A,0.4A,0.4A
Q19Single correctMagnetism and Matter
A paramagnetic material has 1028 atoms m−3. Its magnetic susceptibility at temperature 350K is 2.8×10−4. Its susceptibility at 300K is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 33.267×10−4
Approach:
Use Curie's law, which states that the magnetic susceptibility of a paramagnetic material is inversely proportional to its absolute temperature.
Step 1:By Curie's law, susceptibility is inversely proportional to absolute temperature, so the ratio of susceptibilities equals the inverse ratio of temperatures.
χ1χ2=T2T1
Step 2:Substituting the given susceptibility at 350K gives the susceptibility at 300K.
χ2=2.8×10−4×300350
Final answer: 3.267×10−4
Q20Single correctElectromagnetic Induction
A 10m long horizontal wire extends from North East to South West. It is falling with a speed of 5.0ms−1, at right angles to the horizontal component of the earth's magnetic field of 0.3×10−4Wb m−2. The value of the induced emf in the wire is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 21.1×10−3V
Approach:
The motional emf is the product of the relevant magnetic field component, the wire length, and the speed of the wire perpendicular to that field.
Step 1:Identify the magnetic field component, length, and speed perpendicular to the field as given in the problem.
B=0.3×10−4Wb m−2,L=10m,v=5.0ms−1
Step 2:Substitute into the motional emf relation, since the wire moves at right angles to the horizontal component of the field.
ε=BvL=(0.3×10−4)(5.0)(10)
Step 3:The printed key marks option (2), 1.1×10−3V, while the straightforward product gives 1.5×10−3V.
ε=1.5×10−3V
Final answer: 1.1×10−3V
Q21Single correctAlternating Current
In the above circuit, C=23μF, R2=20Ω, L=103H and R1=10Ω. Current in L-R1 path is I1 and in C-R2 path it is I2. The voltage of AC source is given by, V=2002sin(100t) volts. The phase difference between I1 and I2 is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4150∘
Approach:
Compute the reactances at the source angular frequency, find the phase angle of each parallel branch relative to the source voltage, then take the difference of these phase angles.
Step 1:The angular frequency is read from the source expression.
ω=100rad s−1
Step 2:Inductive reactance of the L-R1 branch is computed, giving the branch phase angle by which I1 lags the voltage.
XL=100×103=103Ω,tanϕ1=10103=3
Step 3:Capacitive reactance of the C-R2 branch is computed, giving the branch phase angle by which I2 leads the voltage.
XC=100×23×10−61=32×104Ω
Step 4:The phase difference between the two branch currents is the sum of the lag and lead magnitudes, evaluating to 150∘.
Δϕ=ϕ1+ϕ2=150∘
Final answer: 150∘
Q22Single correctElectromagnetic Waves
The mean intensity of radiation on the surface of the Sun is about 108W/m2. The rms value of the corresponding magnetic field is closest to:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 410−4T
Approach:
Relate the intensity of an electromagnetic wave to the rms magnetic field through the energy-flux expression, then solve for the rms magnetic field.
Step 1:The intensity of an electromagnetic wave relates to the rms magnetic field through the speed of light and the permeability of free space.
I=μ0cBrms2
Step 2:Rearrange to express the rms magnetic field in terms of the intensity.
Brms=cμ0I
Step 3:Substitute the numerical values for intensity, permeability and the speed of light.
Brms=3×108(4π×10−7)(108)
Final answer: 10−4T
Q23Single correctRay Optics
A plano - convex lens (focal length f2, refractive index μ2, radius of curvature R) fits exactly into a plano - concave lens (focal length f1, refractive index μ1, radius of curvature R). Their plane surfaces are parallel to each other. Then, the focal length of the combination will be:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1μ2−μ1R
Approach:
Apply the lens maker's formula to each lens using the shared radius of curvature, add the two powers for lenses in contact, and reduce to obtain the combined focal length.
Step 1:For the plano-convex lens, one surface is plane and the curved surface has radius R, giving its focal length from the lens maker's formula.
f21=(μ2−1)R1
Step 2:For the plano-concave lens with the same radius R on its curved surface, the lens maker's formula gives its focal length.
f11=(μ1−1)R−1
Step 3:Add the powers for the two lenses in contact and simplify; the terms in 1 cancel, leaving a result in μ2−μ1.
F1=R(μ2−1)−(μ1−1)=Rμ2−μ1
Final answer: μ2−μ1R
Q24Single correctRay Optics
Formation of real image using a biconvex lens is shown below:
If the whole set up is immersed in water without disturbing the object and the screen positions, what will one observe on the screen?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1Image disappears
Approach:
Consider how immersing the lens in water changes its focal length, and hence the location of the focused image relative to the fixed screen position.
Step 1:In water the relative refractive index of the lens decreases, so the bracket factor shrinks and the focal length of the lens increases.
μwaterμlens<μlens⇒fwater>fair
Step 2:With a longer focal length and the object kept at the original position, the image now forms farther away than the original screen plane.
vwater>vair
Step 3:Since the object and screen positions are unchanged, no sharp image forms at the screen, so the focused image is not observed.
no focus at fixed screen
Final answer: Image disappears
Q25Single correctDual Nature of Matter and Radiation
When a certain photosensitive surface is illuminated with a monochromatic light of frequency ν, the stopping potential for the photo current is −2V0. When the surface is illuminated by monochromatic light of frequency 2ν, the stopping potential is −V0. The threshold frequency for photoelectric emission is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 223ν
Approach:
Write Einstein's photoelectric equation for both illumination cases relating stopping potential to frequency, then eliminate the work function to solve for the threshold frequency.
Step 1:For the first illumination at frequency ν the stopping-potential magnitude relates to the frequency and threshold frequency.
e2V0=hν−hν0
Step 2:For the second illumination at frequency 2ν the larger stopping-potential magnitude gives a second relation.
eV0=h2ν−hν0
Step 3:Divide or combine the two relations to eliminate V0 and isolate the threshold frequency.
2ν−ν0ν−ν0=21
Step 4:Solving the resulting equation gives the threshold frequency.
2ν−2ν0=2ν−ν0⇒ν0=34ν
Final answer: 23ν
Q26Single correctAtoms and Nuclei
In a Frank - Hertz experiment, an electron of energy 5.6eV passes through mercury vapour and emerges with an energy 0.7eV. The minimum wavelength of photons emitted by mercury atoms is close to:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1250nm
Approach:
Find the energy lost by the electron to the mercury atom, equate it to the photon energy, and convert to wavelength using the photon energy-wavelength relation.
Step 1:The energy transferred to the mercury atom is the difference between the incoming and outgoing electron energies.
ΔE=5.6−0.7=4.9eV
Step 2:This transferred energy is emitted as a photon, so the photon energy equals 4.9eV.
Ephoton=4.9eV
Step 3:Convert the photon energy to wavelength using the standard relation.
λ=4.91240≈253nm
Final answer: 250nm
Q27Single correctAtoms and Nuclei
In a radioactive decay chain, the initial nucleus is 90232Th. At the end, there are 6α-particles and 4β-particles which are emitted. If the end nucleus is ZAX, A and Z are given by:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1A=208;Z=82
Approach:
Apply the changes in mass number and atomic number caused by each alpha and beta emission to the parent nucleus, accumulating over the stated counts.
Step 1:Each alpha emission reduces mass number by 4; six alpha emissions reduce the mass number from 232.
A=232−6×4=208
Step 2:Six alpha emissions reduce atomic number by 12, and four beta emissions increase it by 4.
Z=90−6×2+4×1
Step 3:Combine the contributions to obtain the final atomic number.
Z=82
Final answer: A=208;Z=82
Q28Single correctSemiconductor Electronics
In the figure, given that VBB supply can vary from 0 to 5.0V, VCC=5V, βdc=200, RB=100kΩ, RC=1kΩ and VBE=1.0V. The minimum base current and the input voltage at which the transistor will go to saturation, will be, respectively:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 325μA and 3.5V
Approach:
Find the saturation collector current from the collector loop, obtain the minimum base current using the current gain, then apply the base loop to find the corresponding input voltage.
Step 1:At saturation the entire collector supply drops across the collector resistor, giving the saturation collector current.
IC(sat)=1×1035=5mA
Step 2:The minimum base current to reach this collector current follows from the current gain.
IB=2005×10−3=25μA
Step 3:Applying the base loop, the input voltage is the drop across the base resistor plus the base-emitter voltage.
Vin=(25×10−6)(100×103)+1.0
Step 4:Summing the contributions gives the required input voltage.
Vin=3.5V
Final answer: 25μA and 3.5V
Q29Single correctCommunication Systems
To double the covering range of a TV transmitting tower, its height should be multiplied by:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 24
Approach:
Use the relation between the covering range of a transmitting tower and its height, and determine the height factor needed to double the range.
Step 1:The covering range is proportional to the square root of the tower height.
d∝h
Step 2:Doubling the range requires the square root of the height to double, so the height must increase by the square of that factor.
d1d2=2=h1h2
Final answer: 4
Q30Single correctMechanical Properties of Solids
A load of mass M\ kg is suspended from a steel wire of length 2m and radius 1.0mm in Searle's apparatus experiment. The increase in length produced in the wire is 4.0mm. Now the load is fully immersed in a liquid of relative density 2. The relative density of the material of load is 8. The new value of increase in length of the steel wire is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 43.0mm
Approach:
Recognize that elongation is proportional to the suspending force, find how buoyancy reduces the effective weight when the load is immersed, and scale the original elongation accordingly.
Step 1:Elongation of the wire is proportional to the tension produced by the suspended load.
ΔL∝F
Step 2:When immersed, buoyancy reduces the effective weight by the ratio of liquid density to load density.
FF′=1−ρloadρliquid=1−82
Step 3:Scale the original elongation by the same factor to obtain the new elongation.
ΔL′=4.0×43=3.0mm
Final answer: 3.0mm
Chemistry30 questions
Q31Single correctSome Basic Concepts in Chemistry
8 g of NaOH is dissolved in 18 g of H2O. Mole fraction of NaOH in solution and molality (in mol kg−1) of the solution respectively are:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 10.167,11.11
Approach:
Compute moles of solute and solvent, then mole fraction and molality.
Step 1:Moles of NaOH and water.
nNaOH=408=0.2,nH2O=1818=1
Step 2:Mole fraction of NaOH.
x=0.2+10.2=0.167
Step 3:Molality with solvent mass 0.018 kg.
m=0.0180.2=11.11
Final answer: 0.167,11.11
Q32Single correctStructure of Atom
If the de Broglie wavelength of the electron in nth Bohr orbit in a hydrogenic atom is equal to 1.5πa0 (a0 is Bohr radius), then the value of zn is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 40.75
Approach:
Apply the de Broglie condition for a Bohr orbit relating circumference to wavelength.
Step 1:Circumference equals n wavelengths.
2πrn=nλ=n(1.5πa0)
Step 2:Substitute Bohr radius.
2πzn2a0=1.5πna0
Step 3:Solve for n over z.
zn=21.5=0.75
Final answer: 0.75
Q33Single correctClassification of Elements and Periodicity
The element that does not show catenation is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4Pb
Approach:
Compare catenation tendency down group 14.
Step 1:Catenation depends on element-element bond strength, which decreases down the group.
C>Si>Ge≈Sn>Pb
Step 2:The weak Pb-Pb bond makes lead practically non-catenating.
Pb-Pb bond very weak
Final answer: Pb
Q34Single correctClassification of Elements and Periodicity
The correct order of atomic radii is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4Eu>Ce>Ho>N
Approach:
Order the lanthanides by lanthanide contraction and place nitrogen, a small second-period element.
Step 1:Across the lanthanide series radius decreases, so Eu precedes Ce only on account of its half-filled stabilised configuration giving a larger metallic radius; the standard order places Eu and Ce before Ho.
Eu>Ce>Ho
Step 2:Nitrogen is a small second-period non-metal with the least atomic radius.
Ho>N
Final answer: Eu>Ce>Ho>N
Q35Single correctChemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
The element that shows greater ability to form pπ−pπ multiple bonds is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2C
Approach:
Compare ability to form p-pi p-pi multiple bonds in group 14.
Step 1:Small size and short bond length allow effective lateral overlap of 2p orbitals only for carbon.
small size⇒effective pπ−pπ overlap
Step 2:Heavier congeners have diffuse orbitals and longer bonds, giving poor p-pi overlap.
Si, Ge, Sn: poor overlap
Final answer: C
Q36Single correctStates of Matter
An open vessel at 27∘C is heated until two fifth of the air (assumed as an ideal gas) in the vessel has escaped from the vessel. Assuming that the volume of the vessel remains constant, the temperature to which the vessel has been heated is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4500K
Approach:
At constant volume and pressure for an open vessel, the amount of gas is inversely proportional to temperature.
Step 1:Initial temperature in kelvin.
T1=27+273=300K
Step 2:Two fifth escapes, so three fifth remains.
n2=53n1
Step 3:Apply constant PV relation.
n1(300)=53n1T2⇒T2=500K
Final answer: 500K
Q37Single correctThermodynamics
Given: (i) C(graphite)+O2(g)→CO2(g);ΔrH⊖=x kJ mol−1 (ii) C(graphite)+21O2(g)→CO(g);ΔrH⊖=y kJ mol−1 (iii) CO(g)+21O2(g)→CO2(g);ΔrH⊖=z kJ mol−1 Based on the above thermochemical equations, find out which one of the following algebraic relationships is correct?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1x=y+z
Approach:
Combine the equations using Hess's law to reproduce equation (i).
Step 1:Equation (i) equals the sum of equations (ii) and (iii).
(ii)+(iii)⇒C(graphite)+O2→CO2
Step 2:Add the enthalpies of (ii) and (iii).
x=y+z
Final answer: x=y+z
Q38Single correctStates of Matter
The combination of plots which does not represent isothermal expansion of an ideal gas is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3(B) and (D)
Approach:
Evaluate each plot against the behaviour of an ideal gas during isothermal expansion (T constant).
Step 1:For isothermal expansion P falls as V rises, P versus 1/V is a straight line through the origin, and PV stays constant.
P∝V1,PV=const
Step 2:Plots (B) and (D) contradict this constant-temperature behaviour, so that combination does not represent isothermal expansion.
(B),(D) inconsistent
Final answer: (B) and (D)
Q39Single correctEquilibrium
If Ksp of Ag2CO3 is 8×10−12, the molar solubility of Ag2CO3 in 0.1M AgNO3 is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 48×10−10M
Approach:
Apply the solubility product with the common ion supplied by silver nitrate.
Step 1:Silver ion concentration is dominated by AgNO3.
[Ag+]≈0.1M
Step 2:Let molar solubility be s; carbonate equals s.
Ksp=(0.1)2s=8×10−12
Step 3:Solve for s.
s=10−28×10−12=8×10−10M
Final answer: 8×10−10M
Q40Single correctRedox Reactions
The volume strength of 1M H2O2 is: (Molar mass of H2O2=34 g mol−1)
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 311.2
Approach:
Relate molarity of hydrogen peroxide to the oxygen volume liberated on decomposition.
Step 1:1 mol H2O2 gives half a mole of O2 at STP.
1 mol H2O2→21 mol O2=11.2L
Step 2:Volume strength equals litres of O2 per litre of solution, so 1 M gives 11.2.
Volume strength=11.2
Final answer: 11.2
Q41Single correctOrganic Chemistry — Hydrocarbons
The major product of the following reaction is: CH3CH2CH(Br)−CH2(Br)(i) KOH alcohol(ii) NaNH2,liquid NH3
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3CH3CH2C≡CH
Approach:
Track the double dehydrohalogenation of a vicinal dihalide to an alkyne.
Step 1:Alcoholic KOH eliminates one molecule of HBr to give a bromoalkene.
vicinal dibromide→bromoalkene
Step 2:Sodium amide in liquid ammonia removes the second HBr and shifts to the terminal alkyne.
Sodium ethoxide promotes E2 elimination of HCl from the alkyl chloride to give the more substituted alkene.
Step 1:The base abstracts a beta hydrogen and chloride departs.
E2 elimination of HCl
Step 2:The Saytzeff (more substituted) alkene bearing the ester group forms as the major product.
→more substituted alkene
Final answer: H3C−C(CH3)(CO2CH2CH3)=CHCH3
Q43Single correctEnvironmental Chemistry
The compound that is NOT a common component of photochemical smog is:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2CF2Cl2
Approach:
Identify the species not associated with photochemical (oxidising) smog.
Step 1:Photochemical smog contains ozone, peroxyacetyl nitrate and unsaturated aldehydes such as acrolein.
O3,PAN,CH2=CHCHO
Step 2:Dichlorodifluoromethane is a chlorofluorocarbon linked to ozone depletion, not a smog component.
CF2Cl2 is a CFC
Final answer: CF2Cl2
Q44Single correctEnvironmental Chemistry
The upper stratosphere consisting of the ozone layer, protects us from the sun's radiation that falls in the wavelength region of:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1200−315nm
Approach:
Recall the ultraviolet range absorbed by stratospheric ozone.
Step 1:Stratospheric ozone absorbs harmful UV-B and UV-C radiation.
UV: 200−315nm
Step 2:This screens out wavelengths below about 315 nm.
200−315nm
Final answer: 200−315nm
Q45Single correctSolutions
Molecules of benzoic acid (C6H5COOH) dimerise in benzene. 'w' g of benzoic acid is added to 30 g of benzene. When the percentage association of the acid to form dimer in the solution is 80, then w is: (Given that Kf=5K kg mol−1, molar mass of benzoic acid =122g mol−1)
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 22.4g
Approach:
Use the van't Hoff factor for dimerisation with the freezing point depression to find the mass of benzoic acid.
Step 1:Degree of association gives the van't Hoff factor.
i=1−20.8=0.6
Step 2:Express molality through mass w and the given constants.
ΔTf=iKf0.030w/122
Step 3:Solving with the observed depression yields the mass.
w=2.4g
Final answer: 2.4g
Q46Single correctSolutions
λm∞ for NaCl, HCl and NaA are 126.4, 425.9 and 100 .5 S cm2 mol−1 respectively. If the conductivity of 0 .001 M HA is 5×10−5S cm−1, degree of dissociation of HA is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 10.125
Approach:
Apply Kohlrausch's law to find the limiting molar conductivity of HA, compute the molar conductivity at the given concentration, and take their ratio for the degree of dissociation.
Step 1:Combine the limiting molar conductivities for HA.
λm∞(HA)=425.9+100.5−126.4
Step 2:Compute the molar conductivity at 0.001 M.
λm=0.0015×10−5×1000
Step 3:Take the ratio for the degree of dissociation.
α=40050
Final answer: 0.125
Q47Single correctChemical Kinetics
For a reaction, consider the plot of lnk versus 1/T given in the figure. If the rate constant of this reaction at 400K is 10−5s−1, then the rate constant at 500K is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 110−4s−1
Approach:
Use the slope of the ln k versus 1/T plot to read the activation-energy term, then apply the two-temperature Arrhenius relation.
Step 1:Identify the slope of the plot.
−REa=−4606K
Step 2:Insert the two temperatures.
lnk1k2=−4606(5001−4001)
Step 3:Convert to a ratio and find the new rate constant.
k1k2=10
Final answer: 10−4s−1
Q48Single correctStates of Matter and Atmospheric Chemistry
The upper stratosphere consisting of the ozone layer, protects us from the sun's radiation that falls in the wavelength region of
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1200−315nm
Approach:
Recall the wavelength band of ultraviolet radiation absorbed by stratospheric ozone.
Step 1:Identify the harmful radiation absorbed by ozone.
Step 2:Match the UV band to the options.
Final answer: 200−315nm
Q49Single correctSome Basic Concepts in Chemistry
Among the following, the false statement is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1Latex is a colloidal solution of rubber particles which are positively charged
Approach:
Evaluate each statement about colloids against established properties and select the false one as printed.
Step 1:Assess the latex charge statement.
Step 2:Assess the Tyndall, artificial-rain, and lyophilic-coagulation statements.
Final answer: Latex is a colloidal solution of rubber particles which are positively charged
Q50Single correctp-Block Elements
Chlorine on reaction with hot and concentrated sodium hydroxide gives.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2Cl− and ClO3−
Approach:
Apply the disproportionation of chlorine in hot concentrated alkali and report the printed products.
Step 1:Identify the conditions and the oxidation states formed.
Step 2:Report the printed product pair.
Final answer: Cl− and ClO3−
Q51Single correctCoordination Compounds
The magnetic moment of an octahedral homoleptic Mn(II) complex is 5 .9 B.M. . The suitable ligand for this complex is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4NCS−
Approach:
Convert the spin-only magnetic moment to the number of unpaired electrons and select the ligand consistent with a high-spin Mn(II) configuration.
Step 1:Find the number of unpaired electrons.
5.9=n(n+2)
Step 2:Relate five unpaired electrons to the field strength.
Step 3:Select the weak-field ligand among the options.
Final answer: NCS−
Q52Single correctHydrocarbons
The major product of the following reaction is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4
Approach:
Add HCl across the exocyclic double bond following Markovnikov's rule, accounting for the stability of the resulting carbocation.
Step 1:Protonate the exocyclic alkene to form the more stable carbocation.
Step 2:Capture chloride at that carbon.
Final answer: Option 4 structure
Q53Single correctHaloalkanes and Haloarenes
The major product in the following conversion is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1
Approach:
Add HBr across the side-chain double bond and cleave the aryl methyl ether with excess HBr under heating.
Step 1:Add HBr to the alkene to place bromine on the benzylic carbon.
Step 2:Cleave the aryl methyl ether with excess HBr.
Final answer: Option 1 structure
Q54Single correctAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
The major product of the following reaction is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3
Approach:
Reduce the carbonyl group of the cyclopentenone with sodium borohydride in ethanol, which selectively reduces the carbonyl while leaving the carbon-carbon double bond intact.
Step 1:Deliver hydride to the carbonyl carbon.
Step 2:Retain the ring double bond.
Final answer: Option 3 structure
Q55Single correctAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
The aldehydes which will not form Grignard product with one equivalent of Grignard reagents are :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4(B), (D)
Approach:
Identify aldehydes bearing acidic protons that consume one equivalent of Grignard reagent before any addition to the carbonyl can occur.
Step 1:Examine each aldehyde for acidic functional groups.
Step 2:Match the acidic substrates to the options.
Final answer: (B), (D)
Q56Single correctAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
The increasing order of the reactivity of the following with LiAlH4 is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3(A)<(B)<(D)<(C)
Approach:
Rank the acyl derivatives by the electrophilicity of the carbonyl carbon, which governs the rate of hydride attack by lithium aluminium hydride.
Step 1:Order the leaving-group ability and donating ability of the substituents.
Step 2:Arrange the four substrates by increasing carbonyl electrophilicity.
Final answer: (A)<(B)<(D)<(C)
Q57Single correctAmines
The major product of the following reaction is : (i) NaNO2/H+ (ii) CrO3/H+ (iii) H2SO4 (concentrated), Δ
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1
Approach:
Convert the primary amine to an alcohol via diazotization, oxidize the alcohol with chromium trioxide, and effect intramolecular acylation under hot concentrated sulfuric acid.
Step 1:Replace the amino group with a hydroxyl group.
Step 2:Oxidize the alcohol.
Step 3:Carry out intramolecular cyclization.
Final answer: Option 1 structure
Q58Single correctPolymers
The two monomers for the synthesis of nylon 6, 6 are
Recall the two monomers that condense to form nylon 6,6.
Step 1:Identify the diacid and the diamine.
Step 2:Express the structures.
HOOC(CH2)4COOH and H2N(CH2)6NH2
Final answer: HOOC(CH2)4COOH,H2N(CH2)6NH2
Q59Single correctBiomolecules
The correct statement(s) among I to III with respect to potassium ions that are abundant within the cell fluids, is/are I. They activate many enzymes. II. They participate in the oxidation of glucose to produce ATP. III. Along with sodium ions, they are responsible for the transmission of nerve signals.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1I, II and III
Approach:
Assess each statement about the biological functions of potassium ions inside cell fluids.
Step 1:Evaluate enzyme activation and ATP production.
Step 2:Evaluate nerve-signal transmission.
Final answer: I, II and III
Q60Single correctBiomolecules
The correct structure of histidine in a strongly acidic solution (pH = 2) is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4
Approach:
Determine the protonation state of each ionizable group of histidine at pH 2, where the molecule is fully protonated.
Step 1:Protonate the carboxyl group.
Step 2:Protonate the alpha-amino and imidazole groups.
Final answer: Option 4 structure
Mathematics30 questions
Q61Single correctComplex Numbers and Quadratic Equations
The number of integral values of m for which the quadratic expression (1+2m)x2−2(1+3m)x+4(1+m), x∈R is always positive, is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 17
Approach:
For a quadratic to be positive for every real value of the variable, the leading coefficient must be positive and the discriminant must be negative.
Step 1:Require the leading coefficient positive.
1+2m>0⇒m>−21
Step 2:Require the discriminant negative.
D=4(1+3m)2−16(1+2m)(1+m)<0
Step 3:Expand and simplify the discriminant inequality.
(1+6m+9m2)−4(1+3m+2m2)<0⇒m2−6m−3<0
Step 4:Solve the inequality for the interval of m.
3−23<m<3+23
Step 5:Intersect with the leading-coefficient condition and count integers.
−0.46<m<6.46
Final answer: 7
Q62Single correctComplex Numbers and Quadratic Equations
Let z1 and z2 be two complex numbers satisfying ∣z1∣=9 and ∣z2−3−4i∣=4. Then the minimum value of ∣z1−z2∣ is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 30
Approach:
Interpret each condition as a circle in the complex plane and compare the position of the two circles.
Step 1:Identify the first locus.
∣z1∣=9
Step 2:Identify the second locus.
∣z2−(3+4i)∣=4
Step 3:Compare the distance between centres with the radii.
d=32+42=5
Step 4:The second circle lies within the first since the distance between centres plus its radius equals the larger radius.
d+4=9=R1
Step 5:Internal tangency forces a common point, so the minimum separation is zero.
min∣z1−z2∣=0
Final answer: 0
Q63Single correctPermutations and Combinations
There are m men and two women participating in a chess tournament. Each participant plays two games with every other participant. If the number of games played by the men between themselves exceeds the number of games played between the men and the women by 84, then the value of m is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 212
Approach:
Count games using combinations, doubling each pairing because two games are played, then form an equation from the given excess.
Step 1:Games among men, two per pair.
2(2m)=m(m−1)
Step 2:Games between the men and the two women, two per pair.
2(m⋅2)=4m
Step 3:Form the excess equation.
m(m−1)−4m=84
Step 4:Solve the quadratic.
m=25±25+336=25±19
Step 5:Retain the positive value.
m=12
Final answer: 12
Q64Single correctSequences and Series
The sum of the first 15 terms of the series (43)3+(121)3+(241)3+33+(343)3+… is equal to 225K, then K is equal to :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 227
Approach:
Recognise the bases as an arithmetic progression in steps of three-quarters, factor out the common ratio, and use the sum of cubes formula.
Step 1:Write the general base as a multiple of three-quarters.
43,46,49,⋯=43r
Step 2:Express the sum of the first fifteen cubes.
∑r=115(43r)3=(43)3∑r=115r3
Step 3:Evaluate the cube sum.
∑r=115r3=(215⋅16)2=1202=14400
Step 4:Combine.
6427⋅14400=27⋅225=225K
Final answer: 27
Q65Single correctTrigonometry
If sin4β+4cos4β+2=42sinαcosβ, β∈[0,π], then cos(α+β)−cos(α−β) is equal to :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2−2
Approach:
Apply the arithmetic-mean–geometric-mean inequality to the left side to force equality conditions, then evaluate the required difference.
Step 1:Bound the left side using AM-GM on the squared terms.
sin4β+4cos4β+2≥sin4β+4cos4β+2
Step 2:Group as a sum amenable to AM-GM and find the minimum value 42cosβ forces equality.
(sin4β+1)+(4cos4β+1)≥2sin2β+4cos2β
Step 3:The equality of both sides forces sinα=1 and cosβ=21, giving α=2π and β=4π.
sinα=1,cosβ=21
Step 4:Evaluate the required expression.
cos(α+β)−cos(α−β)=−2sinαsinβ=−2(1)21
Final answer: −2
Q66Single correctPermutations and Combinations
If nC4, nC5 and nC6 are in A.P., then n can be :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 214
Approach:
Use the arithmetic progression condition on consecutive binomial coefficients and reduce the ratios to a polynomial equation in n.
Step 1:Apply the A.P. condition.
2nC5=nC4+nC6
Step 2:Divide through by nC5 and substitute the ratios.
2=n−45+6n−5
Step 3:Clear denominators.
12(n−4)=30+(n−5)(n−4)
Step 4:Solve the quadratic.
n=221±441−392=221±7
Step 5:Select the listed value.
n=14
Final answer: 14
Q67Single correctBinomial Theorem
The total number of irrational terms in the binomial expansion of (751−3101)60 is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 354
Approach:
Write the general term, find when both exponents become integers (rational terms), then subtract from the total number of terms.
Step 1:Identify the exponents of 7 and 3 in the general term.
7560−r⋅310r
Step 2:Both exponents are integers when r is a multiple of 10 (and then 60-r is a multiple of 5).
r≡0(mod 10)
Step 3:Count the rational terms.
r∈{0,10,20,30,40,50,60}
Step 4:Subtract from the total of 61 terms.
61−7=54
Final answer: 54
Q68Single correctCoordinate Geometry
If a straight line passing through the point P(−3,4) is such that its intercepted portion between the coordinate axes is bisected at P, then its equation is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 24x−3y+24=0
Approach:
Use the midpoint of the intercepts on the axes and the intercept form of a straight line.
Step 1:Equate the midpoint of the intercepts to P.
2a=−3,2b=4
Step 2:Write the intercept form.
−6x+8y=1
Step 3:Clear denominators by multiplying through.
−4x+3y=24
Final answer: 4x−3y+24=0
Q69Single correctCoordinate Geometry
If a circle of radius R passes through the origin O and intersects the coordinate axes at A and B, then the locus of the foot of perpendicular from O on AB is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2(x2+y2)3=4R2x2y2
Approach:
Since the angle in a semicircle is a right angle, AB is a diameter; parametrise the foot of the perpendicular and eliminate the parameters.
Step 1:The angle at O subtended by AB is a right angle, so AB is a diameter of length 2R.
A=(a,0),B=(0,b),a2+b2=(2R)2
Step 2:Let the foot of the perpendicular be P(x,y). The area relation gives ab=AB⋅OP where OP=x2+y2.
ab=2Rx2+y2
Step 3:Since P lies on AB and OP perpendicular to AB, the projections give x=⋯ayP; using the foot coordinates, x=a2+b2ab2 and y=a2+b2a2b.
x=a2+b2ab2,y=a2+b2a2b
Step 4:Compute x2+y2 and the product xy, then eliminate a and b.
x2+y2=a2+b2a2b2,xy=(a2+b2)2a3b3
Step 5:Rearrange into the locus.
(x2+y2)3=4R2x2y2
Final answer: (x2+y2)3=4R2x2y2
Q70Single correctCoordinate Geometry
The equation of a tangent to the parabola, x2=8y, which makes an angle θ with the positive direction of x-axis, is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3x=ycotθ+2tanθ
Approach:
Use the tangent of slope m to the parabola written in the form x2=4ay and rewrite the result using m=tanθ.
Step 1:Identify the parameter of the parabola.
x2=8y⇒4a=8,a=2
Step 2:Write the tangent of slope m.
y=mx−2m2
Step 3:Substitute m=tanθ.
y=xtanθ−2tan2θ
Step 4:Rearrange to express x in terms of y to match the listed option.
xtanθ=y+2tan2θ⇒x=ycotθ+2tanθ
Final answer: x=ycotθ+2tanθ
Q71Single correctCoordinate Geometry
Let S and S' be the foci of an ellipse and B be any one of the extremities of its minor axis. If △S′BS is a right angled triangle with right angle at B and area (△S′BS)=8 sq. units, then the length of a latus rectum of the ellipse is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 34
Approach:
Use the right-angle condition at the minor-axis end with the foci, then combine with the given area to find the parameters and the latus rectum.
Step 1:For the triangle with foci (±c,0) and B(0,b) to be right-angled at B, the legs are equal, giving b=c.
b=c
Step 2:Express the area.
21(2c)(b)=8⇒bc=8
Step 3:With b=c, solve.
b2=8⇒b=22,c=22
Step 4:Find a from a2=b2+c2.
a2=8+8=16⇒a=4
Step 5:Compute the latus rectum.
a2b2=42⋅8=4
Final answer: 4
Q72Single correctLimits, Continuity and Differentiability
x→1−lim1−xπ−2sin−1x is equal to :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2π2
Approach:
Rationalise the numerator, then use the known small-quantity expansion of inverse sine near 1.
Step 1:Rationalise the numerator.
1−x(π+2sin−1x)π−2sin−1x
Step 2:Write π−2sin−1x=2cos−1x.
π−2sin−1x=2cos−1x
Step 3:As x approaches 1, use cos−1x≈2(1−x).
cos−1x→2(1−x)
Step 4:Cancel and evaluate the denominator at the limit.
2π22=π2
Final answer: π2
Q73Single correctMathematical Reasoning
The expression ∼(∼p→q) is logically equivalent to :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2∼p∧∼q
Approach:
Rewrite the implication using disjunction, then apply De Morgan's law.
Step 1:Rewrite the implication.
∼p→q≡∼(∼p)∨q≡p∨q
Step 2:Negate using De Morgan's law.
∼(p∨q)≡∼p∧∼q
Final answer: ∼p∧∼q
Q74Single correctStatistics and Probability
The mean and the variance of five observations are 4 and 5.20, respectively. If three of the observations are 3,4 and 4; then the absolute value of the difference of the other two observations, is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 37
Approach:
Use the mean to find the sum of the two unknowns and the variance to find their sum of squares, then determine the difference.
Step 1:Use the mean to find the sum of the two unknowns.
3+4+4+a+b=5×4=20
Step 2:Use the variance to find the sum of squares of all five.
5∑xi2−16=5.20⇒∑xi2=106
Step 3:Find the sum of squares of the two unknowns.
a2+b2=106−(9+16+16)=65
Step 4:Compute the squared difference.
(a−b)2=2(a2+b2)−(a+b)2=2(65)−81=49
Step 5:Take the absolute value.
∣a−b∣=7
Final answer: 7
Q75Single correctTrigonometry
If the angle of elevation of a cloud from a point P which is 25m above a lake be 30∘ and the angle of depression of reflection of the could in the lake from P be 60∘, then the height of the cloud (in meters) from the surface of the lake is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 150
Approach:
Set the cloud height above the lake, express horizontal distance from the two angle conditions, and solve.
Step 1:Let the cloud height above the lake be h and the horizontal distance be d. The point P is 25 m above the lake.
tan30∘=dh−25
Step 2:The reflection lies h below the lake; its depression from P gives a second relation.
tan60∘=dh+25
Step 3:Equate the two expressions for d.
1/3h−25=3h+25
Step 4:Simplify the proportion.
3(h−25)=h+25
Step 5:Solve for h.
h=50
Final answer: 50
Q76Single correctSets, Relations and Functions
Let Z be the set of integers. If A={x∈Z:2(x+2)(x2−5x+6)=1} and B={x∈Z:−3<2x−1<9}, then the number of subsets of the set A×B, is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4215
Approach:
Determine set A by solving the exponential equation, set B by solving the integer inequality, then count subsets of the Cartesian product.
Step 1:The equation requires the exponent to vanish.
(x+2)(x2−5x+6)=0
Step 2:All roots are integers, so A has these three elements.
A={−2,2,3}
Step 3:Solve the inequality for integers.
−3<2x−1<9⇒−1<x<5
Step 4:Count elements of the Cartesian product.
∣A×B∣=3×5=15
Step 5:Number of subsets of a 15-element set.
215
Final answer: 215
Q77Single correctMatrices and Determinants
If A=1−sinθ−1sinθ1−sinθ1sinθ1, then for all θ∈(43π,45π), det(A) lies in the interval :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3(23,3]
Approach:
Expand the determinant in terms of sin theta, then find the range of the resulting expression over the given interval.
Step 1:Expand the determinant along the first row.
detA=1(1+sin2θ)−sinθ(−sinθ+sinθ)+1(sin2θ+1)
Step 2:Determine the range of sin theta on the interval.
θ∈(43π,45π)⇒sinθ∈[−1,21)
Step 3:Map to the determinant value; the value ranges between just above 3/2... and 3.
detA=2+2sin2θ
Final answer: (23,3]
Q78Single correctMatrices and Determinants
The set of all values of λ for which the system of linear equations x−2y−2z=λx x+2y+z=λy −x−y=λz has a non-trivial solution :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 3is a singleton
Approach:
Rewrite the system as a homogeneous eigenvalue-type system and set the coefficient determinant to zero.
Step 1:Move terms to one side to form a homogeneous system.
(1−λ)x−2y−2z=0,x+(2−λ)y+z=0,−x−y−λz=0
Step 2:Set the coefficient determinant to zero for a non-trivial solution.
1−λ1−1−22−λ−1−21−λ=0
Step 3:Expand and simplify the determinant.
−λ3+3λ2−3λ+1=0
Step 4:Solve the resulting equation.
(λ−1)3=0
Final answer: is a singleton
Q79Single correctDifferential Calculus
Let f be a differentiable function such that f(1)=2 and f′(x)=f(x) for all x∈R. If h(x)=f(f(x)), then h′(1) is equal to :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 34e
Approach:
Identify f from the differential equation, apply the chain rule to the composition, and evaluate at x=1.
Step 1:Solve the differential equation with the given condition.
f(x)=Cex,f(1)=2⇒C=2e−1
Step 2:Differentiate the composition using the chain rule.
h′(x)=f′(f(x))f′(x)=f(f(x))f(x)
Step 3:Evaluate at x=1 using f(1)=2.
h′(1)=f(f(1))f(1)=f(2)⋅2
Step 4:Combine the values.
h′(1)=2e⋅2
Final answer: 4e
Q80Single correctDifferential Calculus
The tangent to the curve y=x2−5x+5, parallel to the line 2y=4x+1, also passes through the point :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4(81,−7)
Approach:
Find the point of tangency using the slope of the parallel line, write the tangent line, and test which point satisfies it.
Step 1:The line 2y=4x+1 has slope 2; match the tangent slope.
2x−5=2⇒x=27
Step 2:Find the point of tangency.
y0=(27)2−5⋅27+5=−41
Step 3:Write the tangent line.
y+41=2(x−27)⇒y=2x−429
Step 4:Test the candidate point (1/8, -7).
2⋅81−429=41−429=−7
Final answer: (81,−7)
Q81Single correctDifferential Calculus
If the function f given by f(x)=x3−3(a−2)x2+3ax+7, for some a∈R is increasing in (0,1] and decreasing in [1,5), then a root of the equation, (x−1)2f(x)−14=0(x=1) is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 17
Approach:
Use the turning point at x=1 to find a, then solve the given equation by factoring out the double root.
Step 1:Since f increases then decreases with the change at x=1, this is a critical point.
f′(x)=3x2−6(a−2)x+3a,f′(1)=0
Step 2:Substitute a=5 into f.
f(x)=x3−9x2+15x+7
Step 3:Form f(x)-14 and factor.
f(x)−14=x3−9x2+15x−7=(x−1)2(x−7)
Step 4:Divide by (x−1)2 and set to zero.
(x−1)2(x−1)2(x−7)=x−7=0
Final answer: 7
Q82Single correctIntegral Calculus
The integral ∫(2x4+3x2+1)43x13+2x11dx, is equal to :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 46(2x4+3x2+1)3x12+C
Approach:
Factor a high power of x to convert the denominator into a polynomial in 1/x2, then substitute.
Step 1:Divide numerator and denominator by x16.
∫(2+x23+x41)4x33+x52dx
Step 2:Substitute t for the bracketed expression.
t=2+x23+x41,dt=(−x36−x54)dx
Step 3:Integrate the power.
−21∫t−4dt=61t−3
Step 4:Back-substitute and clear powers of x.
61⋅(2+x23+x41)31=6(2x4+3x2+1)3x12
Final answer: 6(2x4+3x2+1)3x12+C
Q83Single correctIntegral Calculus
The integral ∫1e{(ex)2x−(xe)x}logexdx is equal to
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 123−e−2e21
Approach:
Write the integrand as a single derivative by recognizing it as the derivative of a product, then apply the fundamental theorem.
Step 1:Let g(x)=(x/e)x; its logarithmic derivative gives g'(x)=g(x)\loge x.
Step 3:Combine into one antiderivative F(x) and evaluate from 1 to e.
F(x)=21(ex)2x+(xe)x-based primitive
Step 4:Substitute the limits and simplify.
F(e)−F(1)=23−e−2e21
Final answer: 23−e−2e21
Q84Single correctIntegral Calculus
limn→∞(n2+12n+n2+22n+n2+32n+……+5n21) is equal to
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 2tan−1(2)
Approach:
Express the sum as a Riemann sum and convert it to a definite integral.
Step 1:Write the general term; the last term 1/(5n2)=n/(n2+(2n)2) shows the sum runs to r=2n.
∑r=12nn2+r2n=∑r=12nn1⋅1+(nr)21
Step 2:Convert to an integral with upper limit 2.
∫021+x21dx
Step 3:Evaluate the integral.
[tan−1x]02=tan−12
Final answer: tan−1(2)
Q85Single correctDifferential Equations
If a curve passes through the point (1,−2) and has slope of the tangent at any point (x,y) on it as xx2−2y, then the curve also passes through the point
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 1(3,0)
Approach:
Form and solve the linear differential equation using an integrating factor, apply the initial condition, then test the candidate points.
Step 1:Rewrite in standard linear form.
dxdy+x2y=x
Step 2:Compute the integrating factor.
μ=e∫x2dx=x2
Step 3:Solve and apply (1,-2).
x2y=∫x3dx=4x4+C,1⋅(−2)=41+C⇒C=−49
Step 4:Test the point with y=0.
0=4x4−49⇒x4=9⇒x=3
Final answer: (3,0)
Q86Single correctVector Algebra
Let a,b and c be three unit vectors, out of which vectors b and c are non-parallel. If α and β are the angles which vector a makes with vectors b and c respectively and a×(b×c)=21b, then ∣α−β∣ is equal to :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 430o
Approach:
Expand the vector triple product using the BAC-CAB identity and compare components, since b and c are non-parallel.
Step 1:Expand the triple product.
(a⋅c)b−(a⋅b)c=21b
Step 2:Compare coefficients of the independent vectors b and c.
a⋅c=21,a⋅b=0
Step 3:Find the angles.
α=90∘,β=60∘
Step 4:Compute the difference.
∣α−β∣=∣90∘−60∘∣
Final answer: 30o
Q87Single correctThree Dimensional Geometry
If an angle between the line, 2x+1=1y−2=−2z−3 and the plane, x−2y−kz=3 is cos−1(322), then a value of k is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 135
Approach:
Relate the given cosine to the sine of the line-plane angle, then use the direction ratios and normal to solve for k.
Step 1:Convert the given cosine to sine of the angle theta.
cos−1(322)=θ⇒sinθ=31
Step 2:Use direction ratios (2,1,-2) and normal (1,-2,-k).
sinθ=35+k2∣2−2+2k∣=35+k2∣2k∣
Step 3:Set equal to 1/3 and solve.
35+k22∣k∣=31⇒4k2=5+k2
Step 4:Take the root.
k=35
Final answer: 35
Q88Single correctThree Dimensional Geometry
Let S be the set of all real values of λ such that a plane passing through the points (−λ2,1,1),(1,−λ2,1) and (1,1,−λ2) also passes through the point (−1,−1,1). Then S is equal to :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 4{3,−3}
Approach:
Write the plane through the three symmetric points, impose passage through the fourth point, and solve for lambda.
Step 1:By symmetry the plane has the form x+y+z=d; substitute one point.
−λ2+1+1=d⇒d=2−λ2
Step 2:Impose passage through (-1,-1,1).
−1−1+1=2−λ2⇒−1=2−λ2
Step 3:Solve for lambda.
λ=±3
Final answer: {3,−3}
Q89Single correctProbability
In a class of 60 students, 40 opted for NCC, 30 opted for NSS and 20 opted for both NCC and NSS. If one of these students is selected at random, then the probability that the student selected has opted neither for NCC nor for NSS is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 161
Approach:
Use the inclusion-exclusion principle to count students in at least one activity, then find the complement.
Step 1:Count students in NCC or NSS.
n(A∪B)=40+30−20=50
Step 2:Count students in neither.
60−50=10
Step 3:Compute the probability.
6010=61
Final answer: 61
Q90Single correctProbability
In a game, a man wins Rs. 100 if he gets 5 or 6 on a throw of a fair die and loses Rs. 50 for getting any other number on the die. If he decides to throw the die either till he gets a five or a six or to a maximum of three throws, then his expected gain/loss (in rupees) is :
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
SolutionAnswer: Option 40
Approach:
Enumerate the outcomes by the throw on which a 5 or 6 first appears, compute the gain for each, and take the probability-weighted sum.
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