JEE Advanced 28 August 2022 Paper 1 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Inverse Trigonometric Functions · Fill in the blank

Considering only the principal values of the inverse trigonometric functions, the value of $$\frac{3}{2} \cos^{-1} \sqrt{\frac{2}{2+\pi^2}} + \frac{1}{4} \sin^{-1} \frac{2\sqrt{2\pi}}{2+\pi^2} + \tan^{-1} \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\pi}$$ is ________.

Answer: 2.35 or 2.36

Solution

Given $\cos^{-1} \left( \frac{\sqrt{2}}{2 + \pi^2} \right) = \tan^{-1} \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}}$. Using the triangle, $\theta = \sin^{-1} \left( \frac{\sqrt{2\sqrt{2}\pi}}{2 + \pi^2} \right) = \sin^{-1} \left( \frac{2 \times \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}}}{1 + \left( \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} \right)^2} \right) = \pi - 2 \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} \right)$. As $\sin^{-1} \left( \frac{2x}{1 + x^2} \right) = \pi - 2 \tan^{-1} x, x \geq 1$ and $\tan^{-1} \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\pi} = \cot^{-1} \left( \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} \right)$. Therefore, the expression is $$ \frac{3}{2} \left( \tan^{-1} \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} \right) + \frac{1}{4} \left( \pi - 2 \tan^{-1} \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} \right) + \cot^{-1} \left( \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} \right) $$ $$ = \left( \frac{3}{2} - \frac{2}{4} \right) \tan^{-1} \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} + \frac{\pi}{4} + \cot^{-1} \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} $$ $$ = \left( \tan^{-1} \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} + \cot^{-1} \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}} \right) + \frac{\pi}{4} $$ $$ = \frac{\pi}{2} + \frac{\pi}{4} = \frac{3\pi}{4} $$ $$ = 2.35 or 2.36 $$

Question 2

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Fill in the blank

Let $\alpha$ be a positive real number. Let $f : \mathbb{R} \to \mathbb{R}$ and $g : (\alpha, \infty) \to \mathbb{R}$ be the functions defined by $$f(x) = \sin\left(\frac{\pi x}{12}\right) and g(x) = \frac{2 \log_e \left(\sqrt{x} - \sqrt{\alpha}\right)}{\log_e \left(e^{\sqrt{x}} - e^{\sqrt{\alpha}}\right)}.$$ Then the value of $\lim_{x \to \alpha^+} f(g(x))$ is .

Answer: 0.5

Solution

Given $\lim_{x \to \alpha^+} \frac{2 \ln \left( \sqrt{x} - \sqrt{\alpha} \right)}{\ln \left( e^{\sqrt{x}} - e^{\sqrt{\alpha}} \right)} \left( \frac{0}{0} form \right)$. Using L'Hopital's rule, $$= 2 \lim_{x \to \alpha^+} \frac{\left( \frac{1}{\sqrt{x} - \sqrt{\alpha}} \right) \cdot \frac{1}{2\sqrt{x}}}{\left( \frac{1}{e^{\sqrt{x}} - e^{\sqrt{\alpha}}} \right) \cdot e^{\sqrt{x}} \cdot \frac{1}{2\sqrt{x}}}$$ $$= \frac{2}{e^{\sqrt{\alpha}}} \lim_{x \to \alpha^+} \frac{\left( e^{\sqrt{x}} - e^{\sqrt{\alpha}} \right)}{\left( \sqrt{x} - \sqrt{\alpha} \right)} \left( \frac{0}{0} \right)$$ $$= \frac{2}{e^{\sqrt{\alpha}}} \lim_{x \to \alpha^+} \frac{\left( e^{\sqrt{x}} \cdot \frac{1}{2\sqrt{x}} - 0 \right)}{\left( \frac{1}{2\sqrt{x}} - 0 \right)} = 2$$ So, $\lim_{x \to \alpha^+} f\left( g(x) \right) = \lim_{x \to \alpha^+} f(2)$ $$= f(2) = \sin \frac{\pi}{6} = \frac{1}{2}$$ $$= 0.50$$

Question 3

Maths · Probability · Fill in the blank

In a study about a pandemic, data of 900 persons was collected. It was found that 190 persons had symptom of fever, 220 persons had symptom of cough, 220 persons had symptom of breathing problem, 330 persons had symptom of fever or cough or both, 350 persons had symptom of cough or breathing problem or both, 340 persons had symptom of fever or breathing problem or both, 30 persons had all three symptoms (fever, cough and breathing problem). If a person is chosen randomly from these 900 persons, then the probability that the person has at most one symptom is

Answer: 0.80, 0.8, .8

Solution

Given $n(U) = 900$. Let $A \equiv$ Fever, $B \equiv$ Cough, $C \equiv$ Breathing problem. Therefore, $n(A) = 190$, $n(B) = 220$, $n(C) = 220$. $n(A \cup B) = 330$, $n(B \cup C) = 350$, $n(A \cup C) = 340$, $n(A \cap B \cap C) = 30$. Now $n(A \cup B) = n(A) + n(B) - n(A \cap B)$. Therefore, $330 = 190 + 220 - n(A \cap B)$. Therefore, $n(A \cap B) = 80$. Similarly, $350 = 220 + 220 - n(B \cap C)$. Therefore, $n(B \cap C) = 90$. And $340 = 190 + 220 - n(A \cap C)$. Therefore, $n(A \cap C) = 70$. Therefore, $n(A \cup B \cup C) = (190 + 220 + 220) - (80 + 90 + 70) + 30 = 660 - 240 = 420$. Therefore, number of person without any symptom $= n(U) - n(A \cup B \cup C) = 900 - 420 = 480$. Now, number of person suffering from exactly one symptom $= (n(A) + n(B) + n(C)) - 2(n(A \cap B) + n(B \cap C) + n(C \cap A)) + 3n(A \cap B \cap C) = (190 + 220 + 220) - 2(80 + 90 + 70) + 3(30) = 630 - 480 + 90 = 240$. Therefore, number of person suffering from at most one symptom $= 480 + 240 = 720$. Therefore, probability $= \frac{720}{900} = \frac{8}{10} = \frac{4}{5} = 0.80$.

Question 4

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Fill in the blank

Let $z$ be a complex number with non-zero imaginary part. If $$ \frac{2+3z+4z^2}{2-3z+4z^2} $$ is a real number, then the value of $|z|^2$ is ___________.

Answer: 0.5

Solution

Given that $z \neq \overline{z}$. Let $\alpha = \frac{2 + 3z + 4z^2}{2 - 3z + 4z^2} = \frac{\left(2 - 3z + 4z^2\right) + 6z}{2 - 3z + 4z^2}$. Therefore, $\alpha = 1 + \frac{6z}{2 - 3z + 4z^2}$. If $\alpha$ is a real number, then $\alpha = \overline{\alpha}$. Therefore, $\[$ $\frac{z}{2 - 3z + 4z^2}$ = $\frac{\overline{z}}{2 - 3\overline{z} + 4z^2}$ $\]$ Thus, $\[$ 2(z - $\overline{z}$) = 4z$\overline{z}$(z - $\overline{z}$) $\]$ This implies $\[$ (z - $\overline{z}$)(2 - 4z$\overline{z}$) = 0 $\]$ As $z \neq \overline{z}$ (Given), $\[$ $\Rightarrow$ z$\overline{z}$ = $\frac{2}{4}$ = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\]$ $\[$ $\Rightarrow$ |z|^2 = 0.50 $\]$

Question 5

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Fill in the blank

Let $\overline{z}$ denote the complex conjugate of a complex number z and let i = $\sqrt{-1}$. In the set of complex numbers, the number of distinct roots of the equation $$\overline{z} - z^2 = i(\overline{z} + z^2)$$ is ____________.

Answer: 4.0

Solution

Given $\overline{z} - z^2 = i(\overline{z} + z)$. $$\Rightarrow (1-i)\overline{z} = (1+i)z^2$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{(1-i)}{(1+i)} \overline{z} = z^2$$ $$\Rightarrow \left(\frac{-2i}{2}\right) \overline{z} = z^2$$ Thus, $z^2 = -i \overline{z}$. Let $z = x + iy$, Therefore, $(x^2 - y^2) + i(2xy) = -i(x - iy)$ so, $x^2 - y^2 + y = 0 \ldots(1)$ and $(2y + 1)x = 0 \ldots(2)$ $$\Rightarrow x = 0 or y = -\frac{1}{2}$$ Case I: When $x = 0$ Therefore, $(1) \Rightarrow y(1-y) = 0 \Rightarrow y = 0, 1$ Thus, $(0,0), (0,1)$ Case II: When $y = -\frac{1}{2}$ Therefore, $(1) \Rightarrow x^2 - \frac{1}{4} = 0 \Rightarrow x^2 = \frac{3}{4} \Rightarrow x = \pm \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$ Thus, $\left(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}, -\frac{1}{2}\right), \left(-\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}, -\frac{1}{2}\right)$ Therefore, the number of distinct $z$ is equal to 4.

Question 6

Maths · Sequences and Series · Numerical

Let $l_1, l_2, \ldots, l_{100}$ be consecutive terms of an arithmetic progression with common difference $d_1$, and let $w_1, w_2, \ldots, w_{100}$ be consecutive terms of another arithmetic progression with common difference $d_2$, where $d_1 d_2 = 10$. For each $i = 1, 2, \ldots, 100$, let $R_i$ be a rectangle with length $l_i$, width $w_i$ and area $A_i$. If $A_{51} - A_{50} = 1000$, then the value of $A_{100} - A_{90}$ is .

Answer: 18900.0

Solution

Given $$A_{51} - A_{50} = 1000 \Rightarrow \ell_{51} w_{51} - \ell_{50} w_{50} = 1000$$ $$\Rightarrow (\ell_1 + 50d_1)(w_1 + 50d_2) - (\ell_1 + 49d_1)(w_1 + 49d_2) = 1000$$ $$\Rightarrow (\ell_1 d_2 + w_1 d_1) = 10 \ldots(1)$$ (As $d_1 d_2 = 10$) Therefore, $$A_{100} - A_{90} = \ell_{100} w_{100} - \ell_{90} w_{90}$$ $$= (\ell_1 + 99d_1)(w_1 + 99d_2) - (\ell_1 + 89d_1)(w_1 + 89d_2)$$ $$= 10(\ell_1 d_2 + w_1 d_1) + (99^2 - 89^2) d_1 d_2$$ $$= 10(10) + (99 - 89)(99 + 89)(10)$$ (As, $d_1 d_2 = 10$) $$= 100 (1 + 188) = 100 (189)$$ $$= 18900$$

Question 7

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Fill in the blank

The number of 4-digit integers in the closed interval [2022, 4482] formed by using the digits 0, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 is _________.

Answer: 569.0

Solution

The solution involves calculating the number of 4-digit integers in the range [2022, 4482]. (1) For the number starting with 2, the digits can be 0, 2, and any of 2, 3, 4, 6, 7. This gives: $$5$$ (2) For the number starting with 2, the digits can be 0, and any of 3, 4, 6, 7. This gives: $$4 \times 6 = 24$$ (3) For the number starting with 2, the digits can be 2, 3, 4, 6, 7. This gives: $$5 \times 6 \times 6 = 180$$ (4) For the number starting with 3, the digits can be any number. This gives: $$6 \times 6 \times 6 = 216$$ (5) For the number starting with 4, the digits can be 0, 2, 3, 4. This gives: $$4 \times 6 \times 6 = 144$$ Number of 4 digit integers in [2022, 4482] is: $$5 + 24 + 180 + 216 + 144 = 569$$

Question 8

Maths · Properties of Triangles · Fill in the blank

Let $ABC$ be the triangle with $AB = 1$, $AC = 3$ and $\angle BAC = \frac{\pi}{2}$. If a circle of radius $r > 0$ touches the sides $AB$, $AC$ and also touches internally the circumcircle of the triangle $ABC$, then the value of $r$ is ______.

Answer: 0.83

Solution

Given $4 - \sqrt{10} = 0.83$ or $0.84$. $C_1 \left( \frac{1}{2}, \frac{3}{2} \right)$ and $r_1 = \frac{\sqrt{10}}{2}$. $C_2 = (r, r)$. Therefore, circle $C_2$ touches $C_1$ internally. $$\Rightarrow C_1 C_2 = \left| r - \frac{\sqrt{10}}{2} \right|$$ $$\Rightarrow \left( r - \frac{1}{2} \right)^2 + \left( r - \frac{3}{2} \right)^2 = \left( r - \frac{\sqrt{10}}{2} \right)^2$$ $$r^2 - 4r + \sqrt{10}r = 0$$ $r = 0$ (reject) or $r = 4 - \sqrt{10}$

Question 9

Maths · Integrals · Multiple correct

Consider the equation $$\int_{1}^{e} \frac{(\log_e x)^{1/2}}{x \left( a - (\log_e x)^{3/2} \right)^2} \, dx = 1,$$ $a \in (-\infty, 0) \cup (1, \infty)$. Which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

  1. No $a$ satisfies the above equation
  2. An integer $a$ satisfies the above equation
  3. An irrational number $a$ satisfies the above equation
  4. More than one $a$ satisfy the above equation

Answer: (c), (d)

Solution

Given $$\int_1^e \frac{(\log_e x)^{1/2}}{x \left( a - (\log_e x)^{3/2} \right)^2} = 1$$. Let $$a - (\log_e x)^{3/2} = t$$. Then $$\frac{(\log_e x)^{1/2}}{x} \, dx = -\frac{2}{3} \, dt$$. Thus, $$= \frac{2}{3} \int_a^{a-1} \frac{-dt}{t^2} = \frac{2}{3} \left( \frac{1}{t} \right)_{a}^{a-1} = 1$$. This simplifies to $$\frac{2}{3a(a-1)} = 1$$. Solving the quadratic equation, $$3a^2 - 3a - 2 = 0$$. The solution is $$a = \frac{3 \pm \sqrt{33}}{6}$$.

Question 10

Maths · Sequences and Series · Multiple correct

Let $a_1, a_2, a_3, \ldots$ be an arithmetic progression with $a_1 = 7$ and common difference $8$. Let $T_1, T_2, T_3, \ldots$ be such that $T_1 = 3$ and $T_{n+1} - T_n = a_n$ for $n \geq 1$. Then, which of the following is/are TRUE?

  1. $T_{20} = 1604$
  2. $\sum_{k=1}^{20} T_k = 10510$
  3. $T_{30} = 3454$
  4. $\sum_{k=1}^{30} T_k = 35610$

Answer: (b), (c)

Solution

Given $a_1 = 7$, $d = 8$. $T_{n+1} - T_n = a_n \forall n \geq 1$ $S_n = T_1 + T_2 + T_3 + \ldots + T_{n-1} + T_n$ $S_n = T_1 + T_2 + T_3 + \ldots + T_{n-1} + T_n$ On subtraction: $T_n = T_1 + a_1 + a_2 + \ldots + a_{n-1}$ $T_n = 3 + (n - 1)(4n - 1)$ $T_n = 4n^2 - 5n + 4$ $$\sum_{k=1}^{n} T_k = 4 \sum n^2 - 5 \sum n + 4n$$ $T_{20} = 1504$ $T_{30} = 3454$ $$\sum_{k=1}^{30} T_k = 35615$$ $$\sum_{k=1}^{20} T_k = 10510$$

Question 11

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Multiple correct

Let $P_1$ and $P_2$ be two planes given by $P_1: 10x + 15y + 12z - 60 = 0,$ $P_2: -2x + 5y + 4z - 20 = 0.$ Which of the following straight lines can be an edge of some tetrahedron whose two faces lie on $P_1$ and $P_2$?

  1. $\frac{x-1}{0} = \frac{y-1}{0} = \frac{z-1}{5}$
  2. $\frac{x-6}{-5} = \frac{y}{2} = \frac{z}{3}$
  3. $\frac{x}{-2} = \frac{y-4}{5} = \frac{z}{4}$
  4. $\frac{x}{1} = \frac{y-4}{-2} = \frac{z}{3}$

Answer: (a), (b), (d)

Solution

The line of intersection is $\frac{x}{0} = \frac{y - 4}{-4} = \frac{z}{5}$. (1) Any skew line with the line of intersection of given planes can be an edge of the tetrahedron. (2) Any intersecting line with the line of intersection of given planes must lie either in plane $P_1$ or $P_2$ and can be an edge of the tetrahedron.

Question 12

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Multiple correct

Let $S$ be the reflection of a point $Q$ with respect to the plane given by $$\vec{r} = -(t + p)\hat{i} + t\hat{j} + (1 + p)\hat{k}$$ where $t, p$ are real parameters and $\hat{i}, \hat{j}, \hat{k}$ are the unit vectors along the three positive coordinate axes. If the position vectors of $Q$ and $S$ are $10\hat{i} + 15\hat{j} + 20\hat{k}$ and $\alpha\hat{i} + \beta\hat{j} + \gamma\hat{k}$ respectively, then which of the following is/are TRUE?

  1. $3(\alpha + \beta) = -101$
  2. $3(\beta + \gamma) = -71$
  3. $3(\gamma + \alpha) = -86$
  4. $3(\alpha + \beta + \gamma) = -121$

Answer: (a), (b), (c)

Solution

Given $\vec{r} = \hat{k} + t(-\hat{i} + \hat{j}) + p(-\hat{i} + \hat{k})$ and $\vec{n} = \hat{i} + \hat{j} + \hat{k}$. This implies $x + y + z = 1$. Consider points $Q(10, 15, 20)$ and $S(\alpha, \beta, \gamma)$. We have: $$\frac{\alpha - 10}{1} = \frac{\beta - 15}{1} = \frac{\gamma - 20}{1} = -2 \left( \frac{10 + 15 + 20 - 1}{1 + 1 + 1} \right)$$ $$= -\frac{88}{3}$$ Thus, $ (\alpha, \beta, \gamma) = \left( -\frac{58}{3}, -\frac{43}{3}, -\frac{28}{3} \right) $. Therefore, A, B, C are correct options.

Question 13

Maths · Conic Sections · Multiple correct

Consider the parabola $y^2 = 4x$. Let $S$ be the focus of the parabola. A pair of tangents drawn to the parabola from the point $P = (-2, 1)$ meet the parabola at $P_1$ and $P_2$. Let $Q_1$ and $Q_2$ be points on the lines $SP_1$ and $SP_2$ respectively such that $PQ_1$ is perpendicular to $SP_1$ and $PQ_2$ is perpendicular to $SP_2$. Then, which of the following is/are TRUE?

  1. SQ_1 = 2
  2. $Q_1Q_2$ = $\frac{3\sqrt{10}}{5}$
  3. PQ_1 = 3
  4. SQ_2 = 1

Answer: (b), (c), (d)

Solution

Let the equation of the tangent with slope $m$ be $$y = mx + \frac{1}{m}$$ The tangent passes through $(-2, 1)$, so $$1 = -2m + \frac{1}{m}$$ This implies $m = -1$ or $m = \frac{1}{2}$. Points are given by $\($ $\left$( $\frac{a}{m^2}$, $\frac{2a}{m}$ $\right$) $\)$. So, one point will be $(1, -2)$ and $(4, 4)$. Let $P_1(4, 4)$ and $P_2(1, -2)$. For $P_1S$: $4x - 3y - 4 = 0$. For $P_2S$: $x - 1 = 0$. Calculate $PQ_1$: $$PQ_1 = \frac{|4(-2) - 3(1) - 4|}{5} = 3$$ $SP = \sqrt{10}$; $PQ_2 = 3$; $SQ_1 = 1 = SQ_2$. Comparing areas: $$\frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{Q_1Q_2}{2} \right) \times \sqrt{10} = \frac{1}{2} \times 3 \times 1$$ This implies $$Q_1Q_2 = \frac{2 \times 3}{\sqrt{10}} = \frac{3 \sqrt{10}}{5}$$

Question 14

Maths · Determinants · Multiple correct

Let $|M|$ denote the determinant of a square matrix $M$. Let $g : \left[ 0, \frac{\pi}{2} \right] \to \mathbb{R}$ be the function defined by $$g(\theta) = \sqrt{f(\theta) - 1} + \sqrt{f\left(\frac{\pi}{2} - \theta\right) - 1}$$ where $$f(\theta) = \frac{1}{2} \begin{vmatrix} 1 & \sin \theta & 1 \\ -\sin \theta & 1 & \sin \theta \\ -1 & -\sin \theta & 1 \end{vmatrix} + \begin{vmatrix} \sin \pi & \cos \left(\theta + \frac{\pi}{4}\right) & \tan \left(\theta - \frac{\pi}{4}\right) \\ \sin \left(\theta - \frac{\pi}{4}\right) & -\cos \frac{\pi}{2} & \log_e \left(\frac{4}{\pi}\right) \\ \cot \left(\theta + \frac{\pi}{4}\right) & \log_e \left(\frac{\pi}{4}\right) & \tan \pi \end{vmatrix}.$$ Let $p(x)$ be a quadratic polynomial whose roots are the maximum and minimum values of the function $g(\theta)$, and $p(2) = 2 - \sqrt{2}$. Then, which of the following is/are TRUE?

  1. $p\left(\frac{3 + \sqrt{2}}{4}\right) < 0$
  2. $p\left(\frac{1 + 3\sqrt{2}}{4}\right) > 0$
  3. $p\left(\frac{5\sqrt{2} - 1}{4}\right) > 0$
  4. $p\left(\frac{5 - \sqrt{2}}{4}\right) < 0$

Answer: (a), (c)

Solution

Given $\($ f($\theta$) = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\begin{vmatrix}$ 1 & $\sin$ $\theta$ & 1 $\\$ -$\sin$ $\theta$ & 1 & $\sin$ $\theta$ $\\$ -1 & -$\sin$ $\theta$ & 1 $\end{vmatrix}$ + $\begin{vmatrix}$ $\sin$ $\pi$ & $\cos$ $\left$( $\theta$ + $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\right$) & $\tan$ $\left$( $\theta$ - $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\right$) $\\$ $\sin$ $\left$( $\theta$ - $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\right$) & -$\cos$ $\frac{\pi}{2}$ & $\log$_e $\left$( $\frac{4}{\pi}$ $\right$) $\\$ $\cot$ $\left$( $\theta$ + $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\right$) & $\log$_e $\frac{\pi}{4}$ & $\tan$ $\pi$ $\end{vmatrix}$ $\)$ $\($ f($\theta$) = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\begin{vmatrix}$ 2 & $\sin$ $\theta$ & 1 $\\$ 0 & 1 & $\sin$ $\theta$ $\\$ 0 & -$\sin$ $\theta$ & 1 $\end{vmatrix}$ + $\begin{vmatrix}$ 0 & -$\sin$ $\left$( $\theta$ - $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\right$) & $\tan$ $\left$( $\theta$ - $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\right$) $\\$ $\sin$ $\left$( $\theta$ - $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\right$) & 0 & $\log$_e $\left$( $\frac{4}{\pi}$ $\right$) $\\$ -$\tan$ $\left$( $\theta$ - $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\right$) & -$\log$_e $\left$( $\frac{4}{\pi}$ $\right$) & 0 $\end{vmatrix}$ $\)$ $\($ f($\theta$) = (1 + $\sin$^2 $\theta$) + 0 $\)$ (skew symmetric) $\($ g($\theta$) = $\sqrt{f(\theta) - 1 + \sqrt{f\left( \frac{\pi}{2} - \theta \right) - 1}}$ $\)$ $\($ = |$\sin$ $\theta$| + |$\cos$ $\theta$| for $\theta$ $\in$ $\left$[ 0, $\frac{\pi}{2}$ $\right$] $\)$ $\($ g($\theta$) $\in$ $\left$[ 1, $\sqrt{2}$ $\right$] $\)$ Again let $\($ P(x) = k(x - $\sqrt{2}$)(x - 1) $\)$ $\($ 2 - $\sqrt{2}$ = k(2 - $\sqrt{2}$)(2 - 1) $\)$ $\($ $\Rightarrow$ k = 1 (P(2) = 2 - $\sqrt{2}$ given) $\)$ $\($ $\therefore$ P(x) = (x - $\sqrt{2}$)(x - 1) $\)$ For option (A) $\($ P$\left$( $\frac{3 + \sqrt{2}}{4}$ $\right$) 0 $\)$ correct Option (D) $\($ P$\left$( $\frac{5 - \sqrt{2}}{4}$ $\right$) > 0 $\)$ incorrect

Question 15

Maths · Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

\text{Consider the following lists:} \begin{tabular}{|c|l|c|l|} \hline \textbf{List-I} & & \textbf{List-II} & \\ \hline (I) & $x\in\left[-\frac{2\pi}{3},\frac{2\pi}{3}\right]:\ \cos x+\sin x=1$ & (P) & \text{has two elements} \\ \hline (II) & $x\in\left[-\frac{5\pi}{18},\frac{5\pi}{18}\right]:\ \sqrt{3}\tan 3x=1$ & (Q) & \text{has three elements} \\ \hline (III) & $x\in\left[-\frac{6\pi}{5},\frac{6\pi}{5}\right]:\ 2\cos(2x)=\sqrt{3}$ & (R) & \text{has four elements} \\ \hline (IV) & $x\in\left[-\frac{7\pi}{4},\frac{7\pi}{4}\right]:\ \sin x-\cos x=1$ & (S) & \text{has five elements} \\ \cline{3-4} & & (T) & \text{has six elements} \\ \hline \end{tabular} \text{The correct option is:}

  1. (A)\ (I)\rightarrow(P);\ (II)\rightarrow(S);\ (III)\rightarrow(P);\ (IV)\rightarrow(S)
  2. (B)\ (I)\rightarrow(P);\ (II)\rightarrow(P);\ (III)\rightarrow(T);\ (IV)\rightarrow(R)
  3. (C)\ (I)\rightarrow(Q);\ (II)\rightarrow(P);\ (III)\rightarrow(T);\ (IV)\rightarrow(S)
  4. (D)\ (I)\rightarrow(Q);\ (II)\rightarrow(S);\ (III)\rightarrow(P);\ (IV)\rightarrow(R)

Answer: (b)

Solution

For (I), given $x \in \left[ -\frac{2\pi}{3}, \frac{2\pi}{3} \right]$, $\cos x + \sin x = 1$. $$\cos x + \sin x = 1$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \cos x + \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \sin x = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$$ $$\Rightarrow \cos \left( x - \frac{\pi}{4} \right) = \cos \frac{\pi}{4}$$ $$\Rightarrow x - \frac{\pi}{4} = 2n\pi \pm \frac{\pi}{4} ; \; n \in \mathbb{Z}$$ $$\Rightarrow x = 2n\pi ; \; x = 2n\pi + \frac{\pi}{2} ; \; n \in \mathbb{Z}$$ $$\Rightarrow x \in \left( 0, \frac{\pi}{2} \right)$$ in given range has two solutions. For (II), given $x \in \left[ -\frac{5\pi}{18}, \frac{5\pi}{18} \right]$, $\sqrt{3} \tan 3x = 1$. $$\sqrt{3} \tan 3x = 1 \Rightarrow \tan 3x = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \Rightarrow 3x = n\pi + \frac{\pi}{6}$$ $$\Rightarrow x = (6n+1) \frac{\pi}{18} ; \; n \in \mathbb{Z}$$ $$\Rightarrow x \in \left( \frac{\pi}{18}, -\frac{5\pi}{18} \right)$$ in given range has two solutions. For (III), given $x \in \left[ -\frac{6\pi}{5}, \frac{\pi}{5} \right]$, $2 \cos(2x) = \sqrt{3}$. $$2 \cos 2x = \sqrt{3}$$ $$\Rightarrow \cos 2x = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = \cos \frac{\pi}{6}$$ $$\Rightarrow 2x = 2n\pi \pm \frac{\pi}{6} ; \; n \in \mathbb{Z}$$ $$\Rightarrow x = n\pi \pm \frac{\pi}{12} ; \; n \in \mathbb{Z}$$ $$x \in \left\{ \frac{\pi}{12}, \pi \pm \frac{\pi}{12}, -\pi \pm \frac{\pi}{12} \right\}$$ Six solutions in given range. For (IV), given $x \in \left[ -\frac{7\pi}{4}, \frac{7\pi}{4} \right]$, $\sin x - \cos x = 1$. $$\cos x - \sin x = -1$$ $$\Rightarrow \cos \left( x + \frac{\pi}{4} \right) = \frac{-1}{\sqrt{2}} = \cos \frac{3\pi}{4}$$ $$\Rightarrow x + \frac{\pi}{4} = 2n\pi \pm \frac{3\pi}{4} ; \; n \in \mathbb{Z}$$ $$\Rightarrow x = 2n\pi + \frac{\pi}{2} \; or \; x = 2n\pi - \pi ; \; n \in \mathbb{Z}$$ $$\Rightarrow x \in \left( \frac{\pi}{2}, -\frac{3\pi}{2}, -\pi, -\pi \right)$$ four solutions in given range.

Question 16

Maths · Probability · Single correct

Two players, $P_1$ and $P_2$, play a game against each other. In every round of the game, each player rolls a fair die once, where the six faces of the die have six distinct numbers. Let $x$ and $y$ denote the readings on the die rolled by $P_1$ and $P_2$, respectively. If $x > y$, then $P_1$ scores 5 points and $P_2$ scores 0 point. If $x = y$, then each player scores 2 points. If $x < y$, then $P_1$ scores 0 point and $P_2$ scores 5 points. Let $X_i$ and $Y_i$ be the total scores of $P_1$ and $P_2$, respectively, after playing the $i^{th}$ round.

  1. (A)\ (I)\rightarrow(Q);\ (II)\rightarrow(R);\ (III)\rightarrow(T);\ (IV)\rightarrow(S)
  2. (B)\ (I)\rightarrow(Q);\ (II)\rightarrow(R);\ (III)\rightarrow(T);\ (IV)\rightarrow(T)
  3. (C)\ (I)\rightarrow(P);\ (II)\rightarrow(R);\ (III)\rightarrow(Q);\ (IV)\rightarrow(S)
  4. (D)\ (I)\rightarrow(P);\ (II)\rightarrow(R);\ (III)\rightarrow(Q);\ (IV)\rightarrow(T)

Answer: (a)

Solution

P(draw in 1 round) = $\frac{6}{36}$ = $\frac{1}{6}$ P(win in 1 round) = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\left$( 1 - $\frac{1}{6}$ $\right$) = $\frac{5}{12}$ P(loss in 1 round) = $\frac{5}{12}$ P(X_2 > Y_2) = P(10,0) + P(7,2) = $\frac{5}{12}$ $\times$ $\frac{5}{12}$ + $\frac{5}{12}$ $\times$ $\frac{1}{6}$ $\times$ 2 = $\frac{45}{144}$ = $\frac{5}{16}$ P(X_2 = Y_2) = P(5,5) + P(4,4) = $\frac{5}{12}$ $\times$ $\frac{5}{12}$ $\times$ 2 + $\frac{1}{6}$ $\times$ $\frac{1}{6}$ = $\frac{25 + 2}{72}$ = $\frac{3}{8}$ P(X_3 = Y_3) = P(6,6) + P(7,7) = $\frac{1}{6 \times 6 \times 6}$ + $\frac{5}{12}$ $\times$ $\frac{1}{6}$ $\times$ $\frac{5}{12}$ $\times$ 6 = $\frac{2}{432}$ + $\frac{75}{432}$ = $\frac{77}{432}$ P(X_3 > Y_3) = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\left$( 1 - $\frac{77}{432}$ $\right$) = $\frac{355}{864}$

Question 17

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

Let $p$, $q$, $r$ be nonzero real numbers that are, respectively, the $10^{th}$, $100^{th}$ and $1000^{th}$ terms of a harmonic progression. Consider the system of linear equations $$x + y + z = 1$$ $$10x + 100y + 1000z = 0$$ $$qr \, x + pr \, y + pq \, z = 0.$$

  1. (A)\ (I)\rightarrow(T);\ (II)\rightarrow(R);\ (III)\rightarrow(S);\ (IV)\rightarrow(T)
  2. (B)\ (I)\rightarrow(Q);\ (II)\rightarrow(S);\ (III)\rightarrow(S);\ (IV)\rightarrow(R)
  3. (C)\ (I)\rightarrow(Q);\ (II)\rightarrow(R);\ (III)\rightarrow(P);\ (IV)\rightarrow(R)
  4. (D)\ (I)\rightarrow(T);\ (II)\rightarrow(S);\ (III)\rightarrow(P);\ (IV)\rightarrow(T)

Answer: (b)

Solution

If $\frac{q}{r} = 10 \Rightarrow A = D \Rightarrow D_x = D_y = D_z = 0$. So, there are infinitely many solutions. Look of infinitely many solutions can be given as $$x + y + z = 1$$ $$10x + 10y + 1000z = 0 \Rightarrow x + 10y + 100z = 0$$ Let $z = \lambda$. Then $x + y = 1 - \lambda$. And $x + 10y = -100\lambda$. $$\Rightarrow x = \frac{10}{9} + 10\lambda; y = \frac{-1}{9} - 11\lambda$$ $$i.e., (x, y, z) \equiv \left( \frac{10}{9} + 10\lambda, \frac{-1}{9} - 11\lambda, \lambda \right)$$ $$Q \left( \frac{10}{9}, \frac{-1}{9}, 0 \right) valid for \lambda = 0$$ $$P \left( 0, \frac{10}{9}, \frac{-1}{9} \right) not valid for any \lambda.$$ (I) $\rightarrow Q,R,T$ (II) If $\frac{p}{r} \neq 100$, then $D_y \neq 0$. So no solution. (II) $\rightarrow (S)$ (III) If $\frac{p}{q} \neq 10$, then $D_z \neq 0$ so, no solution. (III) $\rightarrow (S)$ (IV) If $\frac{p}{q} = 10 \Rightarrow D_z = 0 \Rightarrow D_x = D_y = 0$ So infinitely many solution. (IV) $\rightarrow Q,R,T$

Question 18

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

Consider the ellipse \[ \frac{x^2}{4}+\frac{y^2}{3}=1. \] Let $H(\alpha,0)$, $0<\alpha<2$, be a point. A straight line drawn through $H$ parallel to the $y$-axis crosses the ellipse and its auxiliary circle at points $E$ and $F$, respectively, in the first quadrant. The tangent to the ellipse at the point $E$ intersects the positive $x$-axis at a point $G$. Suppose the straight line joining $F$ and the origin makes an angle $\phi$ with the positive $x$-axis.

  1. \ (I)\rightarrow(R);\ (II)\rightarrow(S);\ (III)\rightarrow(Q);\ (IV)\rightarrow(P)
  2. \ (I)\rightarrow(R);\ (II)\rightarrow(T);\ (III)\rightarrow(S);\ (IV)\rightarrow(P)
  3. \ (I)\rightarrow(P);\ (II)\rightarrow(T);\ (III)\rightarrow(S);\ (IV)\rightarrow(P)
  4. \ (I)\rightarrow(Q);\ (II)\rightarrow(S);\ (III)\rightarrow(Q);\ (IV)\rightarrow(P)

Answer: (c)

Solution

Let $F(2\cos \phi, 2\sin \phi)$ and $E(2\cos \phi, \sqrt{3} \sin \phi)$. EG: $\frac{x}{2} \cos \phi + \frac{y}{\sqrt{3}} \sin \phi = 1$. Therefore, $G\left(\frac{2}{\cos \phi}, 0\right)$ and $\alpha = 2\cos \phi$. $ar(\Delta FGH) = \frac{1}{2} HG \times FH$. $$= \frac{1}{2} \left(\frac{2}{\cos \phi} - 2\cos \phi\right) \times 2\sin \phi$$ $f(\phi) = 2\tan \phi \sin^2 \phi$. Therefore, (I) $f\left(\frac{\pi}{4}\right) = 1$ (II) $f\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right) = \frac{3\sqrt{3}}{2}$ (III) $f\left(\frac{\pi}{6}\right) = \frac{1}{2\sqrt{3}}$ (IV) $f\left(\frac{\pi}{12}\right) = 2(2 - \sqrt{3})\left(\frac{\sqrt{3} - 1}{2\sqrt{2}}\right)^2 = (4 - 2\sqrt{3})\frac{(\sqrt{3} - 1)^2}{8} = \frac{(\sqrt{3} - 1)^4}{8}$. Therefore, (I) $\to$ (Q); (II) $\to$ (T); (III) $\to$ (S); (IV) $\to$ (P).

Physics

Question 19

Physics · Gravitation · Fill in the blank

Two spherical stars $A$ and $B$ have densities $\rho_A$ and $\rho_B$, respectively. $A$ and $B$ have the same radius, and their masses $M_A$ and $M_B$ are related by $M_B = 2M_A$. Due to an interaction process, star $A$ loses some of its mass, so that its radius is halved, while its spherical shape is retained, and its density remains $\rho_A$. The entire mass lost by $A$ is deposited as a thick spherical shell on $B$ with the density of the shell being $\rho_A$. If $v_A$ and $v_B$ are the escape velocities from $A$ and $B$ after the interaction process, the ratio $\frac{v_B}{v_A} = \sqrt{\frac{10n}{15^{1/3}}}$. The value of $n$ is _______

Answer: 2.3

Solution

Given $R_A = R_B = R$. $M_B = 2M_A$. Calculation of escape velocity for A: Radius of remaining star $= \frac{R_A}{2}$. Mass of remaining star $= \rho_A \frac{4}{3} \pi \frac{R_A^3}{8} = \frac{M_A}{8}$. $$\frac{-GM_{A/B}}{R_{A/2}} + \frac{1}{2} m v_A^2 = 0 \implies v_A = \sqrt{\frac{2GM_{A/B}}{R_{A/2}}} = \sqrt{\frac{GM_A}{2R}}$$ Calculation of escape velocity for B: Mass collected over B $= \frac{7}{8} M_A$. Let the radius of B becomes $r$. $$\therefore \frac{4}{3} \pi (r^3 - R_B^3) \rho_A = \frac{7}{8} \rho_A \frac{4}{3} \pi R_A^3 \implies r^3 = \frac{7}{8} R_A^3 + R_B^3 = \frac{(15)^{1/3} R}{2}$$ $$\therefore \frac{V_B^2}{V_A^2} = \frac{23 GM_A}{8 \times 15^{1/3} \frac{R}{2}} = \frac{23 GM_A}{4 \times 15^{1/3} R}$$ $$\therefore V_B = \frac{\sqrt{23 GM_A}}{2 \sqrt{15^{1/3}} R}$$ $$\therefore \frac{V_B}{V_A} = \sqrt{\frac{23}{15^{1/3}}} = \sqrt{\frac{10 \times 2.30}{15^{1/3}}}$$ $n = 2.30$

Question 20

Physics · Nuclei · Numerical

The minimum kinetic energy needed by an alpha particle to cause the nuclear reaction $^{16}_{7}\mathrm{N} + ^{4}_{2}\mathrm{He} \rightarrow ^{1}_{1}\mathrm{H} + ^{19}_{8}\mathrm{O}$ in a laboratory frame is $n$ (in $\mathrm{MeV}$). Assume that $^{16}_{7}\mathrm{N}$ is at rest in the laboratory frame. The masses of $^{16}_{7}\mathrm{N}$, $^{4}_{2}\mathrm{He}$, $^{1}_{1}\mathrm{H}$ and $^{19}_{8}\mathrm{O}$ can be taken to be $16.006 \, u$, $4.003 \, u$, $1.008 \, u$ and $19.003 \, u$, respectively, where $1 \, u = 930 \, \mathrm{MeV}c^{-2}$. The value of $n$ is ________.

Answer: 2.32 to 2.33

Solution

The reaction is given by $^{16}_{7} \mathrm{N} + ^{4}_{2} \mathrm{He} \rightarrow ^{1}_{1} \mathrm{He} + ^{19}_{8} \mathrm{O}$. The atomic masses are $16.006$, $4.003$, $1.008$, and $19.003$. For maximum loss of kinetic energy, $4v_0 = 1v_1 + 19v_2 = 20v_2$. Therefore, $v_0 = \frac{v_2}{5}$. The energy required is calculated as $(1.008 + 19.003 - 16.006 - 4.003) \times 930 = 1.86$. $$\frac{1}{2} 4v_0^2 - \frac{1}{2} 20v^2 = 1.86$$ $$\frac{1}{2} 4v_0^2 - 10 \frac{v_0^2}{25} 20v^2 = 1.86$$ $$2v_0^2 - \frac{2}{5} v_0^2 = 1.86$$ $$\frac{8}{5} v_0^2 = 1.86$$ Solving for $v_0^2$, we get: $$v_0^2 = \frac{1.86 \times 5}{8}$$ The kinetic energy is given by: $$\mathrm{KE} = \frac{1}{2} 4v_0^2 = 2v_0^2 = \frac{18.6 \times 5}{4}$$ The final result is $= 2.325$.

Question 21

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Fill in the blank

In the following circuit $C_1 = 12 \, \mu F$, $C_2 = C_3 = 4 \, \mu F$ and $C_4 = C_5 = 2 \, \mu F$. The Charge stored in $C_3$ is $\mu C$.

Answer: 8

Solution

Potential difference across the terminals of $C_3$ is $2\, \mathrm{V}$. Therefore, $Q_3 = CV = (4\mu)(2) = 8\mu \mathrm{C}$.

Question 22

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Fill in the blank

A rod of length $2 \, \mathrm{cm}$ makes an angle $\frac{2\pi}{3}$ rad with the principal axis of a thin convex lens. The lens has a focal length of $10 \, \mathrm{cm}$ and is placed at a distance of $\frac{40}{3} \, \mathrm{cm}$ from the object as shown in the figure. The height of the image is $\frac{30\sqrt{3}}{13} \, \mathrm{cm}$ and the angle made by it with respect to the principal axis is $\alpha$ rad. The value of $\alpha$ is $\frac{\pi}{n}$ rad, where $n$ is ________.

Answer: 6

Solution

Given $\frac{h_i}{h_0} = -\frac{30\sqrt{3}}{13}$, $\frac{v}{u} = \frac{13}{\sqrt{3}}$. Therefore, $\frac{v}{-\frac{43}{3}} = \frac{430}{13}$ cm. Using the lens formula $\frac{1}{v} - \frac{1}{u} = \frac{1}{f}$, we have $\frac{1}{v} = \frac{1}{10} - \frac{3}{40}$, which gives $v = 40$ cm. The distance $x = 40 - \frac{430}{13} = \frac{90}{13}$ cm. For the angle, $\tan \alpha = \frac{30\sqrt{3}}{\frac{13}{90}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$, which implies $\alpha = 30^\circ = \frac{\pi}{6}$. Therefore, $N = 6$.

Question 23

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Numerical

At time $t = 0$, a disk of radius $1 \, \mathrm{m}$ starts to roll without slipping on a horizontal plane with an angular acceleration of $\alpha = \frac{2}{3} \, \mathrm{rad} \, \mathrm{s}^{-2}$. A small stone is stuck to the disk. At $t = 0$, it is at the contact point of the disk and the plane. Later, at time $t = \sqrt{\pi} \, \mathrm{s}$, the stone detaches itself and flies off tangentially from the disk. The maximum height (in $\mathrm{m}$) reached by the stone measured from the plane is $\frac{1}{2} + \frac{x}{10}$. The value of $x$ is _____. [Take $g = 10 \, \mathrm{m} \, \mathrm{s}^{-2}$.]

Answer: 0.52

Solution

At $t = 0$, $\omega = 0$. At $t = \sqrt{\pi}$, $\omega = \alpha t = \frac{2}{3} \sqrt{\pi}$, $v = \omega R = \frac{2}{3} \sqrt{\pi}$. $$\theta = \frac{1}{2} \alpha t^2$$ $$\theta = \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{2}{3} \times \pi = \frac{\pi}{3}$$ $\theta = 60^\circ$ $v_y = v \sin 60 = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} V$ $$h = \frac{u_y^2}{2g} = \frac{3}{4} \frac{v^2}{2g}$$ $$h = \frac{3}{4} \frac{4}{9} \pi \frac{1}{2g}$$ $$h = \frac{3\pi}{9 \times 2g} = \frac{\pi}{6g}$$ Maximum height from plane, $H = \frac{R}{2} + h$ $$H = \frac{1}{2} + \frac{\pi}{6 \times 10}$$ $$x = \frac{\pi}{6} ; x = 0.52$$

Question 24

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Numerical

A solid sphere of mass $1 \, \mathrm{kg}$ and radius $1 \, \mathrm{m}$ rolls without slipping on a fixed inclined plane with an angle of inclination $\theta = 30^\circ$ from the horizontal. Two forces of magnitude $1 \, \mathrm{N}$ each, parallel to the incline, act on the sphere, both at distance $r = 0.5 \, \mathrm{m}$ from the center of the sphere, as shown in the figure. The acceleration of the sphere down the plane is _____ $\mathrm{ms^{-2}}$. (Take $g = 10 \, \mathrm{m \, s^{-2}}$.)

Answer: 2.85 to 2.86

Solution

Solid sphere 1 kg, 1 m $5 + 1 - 1 - f = 1a$ $5 - f = a$ About COM $f \cdot 1 - 2(1(0.5)) = \frac{2}{5} Mr^2 \alpha$ $$\Rightarrow f - 1 = \frac{2}{5} a \Rightarrow f = 1 + \frac{2}{5} a$$ $$5 - a = 1 + \frac{2}{5} a$$ $$\Rightarrow 4 = \frac{7a}{5} \Rightarrow a = \frac{20}{7} = 2.86 \, \mathrm{m/s^2}$$

Question 25

Physics · Electromagnetic Induction · Numerical

Consider an LC circuit, with inductance $L = 0.1 \, \mathrm{H}$ and capacitance $C = 10^{-3} \, \mathrm{F}$, kept on a plane. The area of the circuit is $1 \, \mathrm{m}^2$. It is placed in a constant magnetic field of strength $B_0$ which is perpendicular to the plane of the circuit. At time $t = 0$, the magnetic field strength starts increasing linearly as $B = B_0 + \beta t$ with $\beta = 0.04 \, \mathrm{T} \, \mathrm{s}^{-1}$. The maximum magnitude of the current in the circuit is ____ $\mathrm{mA}$.

Answer: 4

Solution

Maximum energy will be $$\frac{q_0^2}{2C} = \frac{1}{2} LI_0^2$$ $$\frac{q_0^2}{CL} = I_0^2$$ $$I_0 = \frac{q_0}{\sqrt{LC}}$$ $$I_0 = \frac{CV}{\sqrt{LC}}$$ $$I_0 = \sqrt{\frac{C}{L}} \times V$$ $$V = emf = \left| \frac{AdB}{dt} \right|$$ $$I_0 = \sqrt{\frac{10^{-3}}{0.1}} \times 0.04$$ $$V = (1 \times 0.04)$$ Maximum current $I_0 = 0.004 = 4 mA$

Question 26

Physics · Motion in a Plane · Numerical

A projectile is fired from horizontal ground with speed $v$ and projection angle $\theta$. When the acceleration due to gravity is $g$, the range of the projectile is $d$. If at the highest point in its trajectory, the projectile enters a different region where the effective acceleration due to gravity is $g' = \frac{g}{0.81}$, then the new range is $d' = nd$. The value of $n$ is

Solution

The initial range is given by $$d = \frac{v^2 \sin 2\theta}{g}$$ The maximum height is $$H_{max} = \frac{v^2 \sin^2 \theta}{2g}$$ The effective height equation is $$\frac{1}{2} g_{eff} t^2 = H_{max} \implies t^2 = \frac{2H_{max}}{g_{eff}}$$ Thus, $$t = \sqrt{\frac{v^2 \sin^2 \theta \times 0.81}{g^2}} = \frac{0.9v \sin \theta}{g}$$ The time squared is $$t^2 = \frac{2 \times v^2 \sin^2 \theta}{2g} \left( \frac{g}{0.81} \right)$$ The new range $d'$ is $$d' = \frac{d}{2} + d_1$$ where $$d_1 = v \cos \theta \cdot t$$ Substituting, $$= \frac{v^2 \sin^2 \theta \cos \theta \times 0.9}{g}$$ Thus, $$d' = \frac{v^2 \sin 2\theta}{2g} + \frac{v^2 \sin 2\theta \times 0.9}{2g}$$ Simplifying, $$= \frac{v^2 \sin 2\theta}{g} \left( \frac{1.0}{2} \right) = 0.95d$$ Therefore, $n = 0.95$

Question 27

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Multiple correct

A medium having dielectric constant $K > 1$ fills the space between the plates of a parallel plate capacitor. The plates have large area, and the distance between them is $d$. The capacitor is connected to a battery of voltage $V$, as shown in Figure (a). Now, both the plates are moved by a distance of $\frac{d}{2}$ from their original positions, as shown in Figure (b). In the process of going from the configuration depicted in Figure (a) to that in Figure (b), which of the following statement(s) is(are) correct?

  1. The electric field inside the dielectric material is reduced by a factor of $2K$.
  2. The capacitance is decreased by a factor of $\frac{1}{K+1}$.
  3. The voltage between the capacitor plates is increased by a factor of $(K+1)$.
  4. The work done in the process DOES NOT depend on the presence of the dielectric material.

Answer: (b)

Solution

For figure (a), $$E_0 = \frac{V}{d} ; C = \frac{K \varepsilon_0 A}{d}$$ For figure (b), $$C' = \frac{\varepsilon_0 A}{2d - d + d/k} ;$$ $$C' = \frac{K \varepsilon_0 A}{(K+1)d} ; C' = \frac{C}{K+1}$$

Question 28

Physics · Current Electricity · Multiple correct

The figure shows a circuit having eight resistances of $1 \, \Omega$ each, labelled $R_1$ to $R_8$, and two ideal batteries with voltages $\varepsilon_1 = 12 \, V$ and $\varepsilon_2 = 6 \, V$. Which of the following statement(s) is(are) correct?

  1. The magnitude of current flowing through $R_1$ is $7.2 \, A$.
  2. The magnitude of current flowing through $R_2$ is $1.2 \, A$.
  3. The magnitude of current flowing through $R_3$ is $4.8 \, A$.
  4. The magnitude of current flowing through $R_5$ is $2.4 \, A$.

Answer: (a), (b), (c), (d)

Solution

From KCL $i_1 + i_2 + i_3 = 0$ $$\frac{18 - V_0}{3/2} + \frac{12 - V_0}{1/2} + \frac{0 - V_0}{3/2} = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow 18 - V_0 + 36 - 3V_0 - V_0 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow 54 = 5V_0$$ $$2 \left( \frac{54}{5} - v' \right) + \frac{18 - v'}{1} = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{108}{5} + 18 = 3v'$$ $$\Rightarrow v' = \frac{198}{5 \times 3} = \frac{66}{5} \, \mathrm{V}$$ $$I_{R_1} = \frac{36}{5} = 7.2 \, \mathrm{A}$$ $$I_{R_2} = \frac{6}{5} = 1.2 \, \mathrm{A}$$ $$I_{R_3} = \frac{24}{5} = 4.8 \, \mathrm{A}$$ $$I_{R_5} = \frac{12}{5} = 2.4 \, \mathrm{A}$$

Question 29

Physics · Thermodynamics · Single correct

An ideal gas of density $\rho = 0.2 \, \mathrm{kg} \, \mathrm{m}^{-3}$ enters a chimney of height $h$ at the rate of $\alpha = 0.8 \, \mathrm{kg} \, \mathrm{s}^{-1}$ from its lower end, and escapes through the upper end as shown in the figure. The cross-sectional area of the lower end is $A_1 = 0.1 \, \mathrm{m}^2$ and the upper end is $A_2 = 0.4 \, \mathrm{m}^2$. The pressure and the temperature of the gas at the lower end are $600 \, \mathrm{Pa}$ and $300 \, \mathrm{K}$, respectively, while its temperature at the upper end is $150 \, \mathrm{K}$. The chimney is heat insulated so that the gas undergoes adiabatic expansion. Take $g = 10 \, \mathrm{m/s}^2$ and the ratio of specific heats of the gas $\gamma = 2$. Ignore atmospheric pressure. Which of the following statement(s) is(are) correct?

  1. The pressure of the gas at the upper end of the chimney is $300 \, \mathrm{Pa}$.
  2. The velocity of the gas at the lower end of the chimney is $40 \, \mathrm{m/s}^{-1}$ and at the upper end is $20 \, \mathrm{m/s}^{-1}$.
  3. The height of the chimney is $590 \, \mathrm{m}$.
  4. The density of the gas at the upper end is $0.05 \, \mathrm{kg} \, \mathrm{m}^{-3}$.

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $A_2 = 0.4 \, \mathrm{m^2}$, $A_1 = 0.1 \, \mathrm{m^2}$, $P_1 = 0.2 \, \mathrm{kg/m^3}$, $P_1 = 600 \, \mathrm{Pa}$, $T_1 = 300 \, \mathrm{K}$. The rate of change of mass is given by $\frac{dm}{dt} = \rho_1 A_1 v_1 = 0.8 \, \mathrm{kg/s}$. Solving for $v_1$: $$v_1 = \frac{0.8}{0.2 \times 0.1} = 40 \, \mathrm{m/s}$$ Given $g = 10 \, \mathrm{m/s^2}$ and $\gamma = 2$. Gas undergoes adiabatic expansion, $$P^{1-\gamma} T^\gamma = Constant$$ $$\frac{P_2}{P_1} = \left( \frac{T_1}{T_2} \right)^{\frac{\gamma}{1-\gamma}}$$ $$P_2 = \left( \frac{300}{150} \right)^{2-1} \times 600$$ $$P_2 = \frac{600}{4} = 150 \, \mathrm{Pa}$$ Now $\rho = \frac{PM}{RT} \Rightarrow \rho \propto \frac{P}{T}$ $$\frac{\rho_1}{\rho_2} = \left( \frac{P_1}{P_2} \right) \left( \frac{T_1}{T_2} \right) = \left( \frac{150}{600} \right) \left( \frac{300}{150} \right) = \frac{1}{2}$$ $$\rho_2 = \frac{\rho_1}{2} = 0.1 \, \mathrm{kg/m^3}$$ Now $\rho_2 A_2 v_2 = 0.8 \Rightarrow v_2 = \frac{0.8}{0.1 \times 0.4} = 20 \, \mathrm{m/s}$ Now work done on gas $= \Delta K + \Delta U + (Internal energy)$ $$P_1 A_1 \Delta x_1 - P_2 A_2 \Delta x_2 = \frac{1}{2} \Delta m v_2^2 - \frac{1}{2} \Delta m v_1^2 + \Delta m gh + \frac{f}{2} (P_2 \Delta V_2 - P_1 \Delta V_1)$$ $$\Rightarrow 2P_1 \frac{\Delta V_1}{\Delta m} - 2P_2 \frac{\Delta V_2}{\Delta m} = \frac{V_2^2 - V_1^2}{2} + gh$$ $$\Rightarrow 2 \times 600 \frac{20}{0.2} - 2 \times 150 \frac{40}{0.1} = \frac{20^2 - 40^2}{2} + 10h$$ $$h = 360 \, \mathrm{m}$$

Question 30

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Multiple correct

Three plane mirrors form an equilateral triangle with each side of length $L$. There is a small hole at a distance $l > 0$ from one of the corners as shown in the figure. A ray of light is passed through the hole at an angle $\theta$ and can only come out through the same hole. The cross section of the mirror configuration and the ray of light lie on the same plane. Which of the following statement(s) is(are) correct?

  1. The ray of light will come out for $\theta = 30^\circ$, for $0 < l < L$.
  2. There is an angle for $l = \frac{L}{2}$ at which the ray of light will come out after two reflections.
  3. The ray of light will NEVER come out for $\theta = 60^\circ$, and $l = \frac{L}{3}$.
  4. The ray of light will come out for $\theta = 60^\circ$, and $0 < l < \frac{L}{2}$ after six reflections.

Answer: (a), (b)

Solution

Ray will come out after one reflection for $\theta = 30^\circ$ and $0 < \ell < L$. For $\theta = 60^\circ$ and $\ell = \frac{L}{2}$, ray will come out after two reflections. For $\ell = \frac{L}{3}$ and $\theta = 60^\circ$, ray will come out after five reflections. For $\theta = 60^\circ$ and $0 < \ell < \frac{L}{2}$, ray will come out after five reflections.

Question 31

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Multiple correct

Six charges are placed around a regular hexagon of side length $a$ as shown in the figure. Five of them have charge $q$, and the remaining one has charge $x$. The perpendicular from each charge to the nearest hexagon side passes through the center $O$ of the hexagon and is bisected by the side. Which of the following statement(s) is(are) correct in SI units?

  1. When $x = q$, the magnitude of the electric field at $O$ is zero.
  2. When $x = -q$, the magnitude of the electric field at $O$ is $\frac{q}{6 \pi \varepsilon_0 \, a^2}$.
  3. When $x = 2q$, the potential at $O$ is $\frac{7q}{4 \sqrt{3 \pi} \, \varepsilon_0 \, a}$.
  4. When $x = -3q$, the potential at $O$ is $\frac{3q}{4 \sqrt{3 \pi} \, \varepsilon_0 \, a}$.

Answer: (a), (b), (c)

Solution

Due to symmetry $\vec{E}_0 = 0$. $$E_{net} = \frac{kq}{(2d)^2} \times 2 = \frac{2q \times 4}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0 \cdot 4 \cdot 3a^2}$$ $$= \frac{q}{6 \pi \varepsilon_0 a^2}$$ $$v = \frac{7kq}{2d} = \frac{7q}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0 \cdot \sqrt{3}a} = \frac{7q}{4 \sqrt{3} \pi \varepsilon_0 q}$$ $$v = \frac{2kq}{2d} = \frac{2q}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0 \cdot \sqrt{3}a} = \frac{q}{2 \sqrt{3} \pi \varepsilon_0 q}$$

Question 32

Physics · Nuclei · Multiple correct

The binding energy of nucleons in a nucleus can be affected by the pairwise Coulomb repulsion. Assume that all nucleons are uniformly distributed inside the nucleus. Let the binding energy of a proton be $E_b^p$ and the binding energy of a neutron be $E_b^n$ in the nucleus. Which of the following statement(s) is(are) correct?

  1. $E_b^p - E_b^n$ is proportional to $Z(Z-1)$ where $Z$ is the atomic number of the nucleus.
  2. $E_b^p - E_b^n$ is proportional to $A^{-\frac{1}{3}}$ where $A$ is the mass number of the nucleus.
  3. $E_b^p - E_b^n$ is positive.
  4. $E_b^p$ increases if the nucleus undergoes a beta decay emitting a positron.

Answer: (a), (b), (d)

Solution

Binding energy of proton and neutron due to nuclear force is the same. So difference in binding energy is only due to electrostatic P.E. and it is positive. $$E_0^p - E_0^n = electrostatic P.E.$$ $$= Z \times P.E. of one proton$$ $$= Z \times \frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0} \frac{(Z-1)e^2}{R}$$ Where $R = R_0 A^{1/3}$ $$= \frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0} \frac{Z(Z-1)e^2}{R_0 A^{1/3}}$$

Question 33

Physics · Electromagnetic Induction · Single correct

A small circular loop of area $A$ and resistance $R$ is fixed on a horizontal $xy$-plane with the center of the loop always on the axis $\hat{n}$ of a long solenoid. The solenoid has $m$ turns per unit length and carries current $I$ counterclockwise as shown in the figure. The magnetic field due to the solenoid is in $\hat{n}$ direction. List-I gives time dependences of $\hat{n}$ in terms of a constant angular frequency $\omega$. List-II gives the torques experienced by the circular loop at time $t = \frac{\pi}{6\omega}$, Let $\alpha = \frac{A^2 \mu_0^2 m^2 I^2 \omega}{2R}$.

  1. I$\to$ Q, II$\to$ P, III$\to$ S, IV$\to$ T
  2. I$\to$ S, II$\to$ T, III$\to$ Q, IV$\to$ P
  3. I$\to$ Q, II$\to$ P, III$\to$ S, IV$\to$ R
  4. I$\to$ T, II$\to$ Q, III$\to$ P, IV$\to$ R

Answer: (c)

Solution

Solution. (I) $\mathbf{B} = \frac{\mu_0 m I}{\sqrt{2}} \left( \sin \omega t \, \mathbf{\hat{j}} + \cos \omega t \, \mathbf{\hat{k}} \right)$ $\phi = \mathbf{B} \cdot \mathbf{A} = \frac{\mu_0 m I}{\sqrt{2}} \cos (\omega t) \cdot A$ $\varepsilon = \frac{d \phi}{dt} = \frac{\mu_0 m I \omega A}{\sqrt{2}} \sin (\omega t)$ $i = \frac{\varepsilon}{R} = \frac{\mu_0 m I \omega A}{\sqrt{2} R} \sin (\omega t)$ $\mathbf{\bar{M}} = i \mathbf{\bar{A}} = i A \left( \mathbf{\hat{k}} \right) = \frac{\mu_0 m I \omega A^2}{\sqrt{2} R} \sin (\omega t) \left( \mathbf{\hat{k}} \right)$ $\mathbf{\tau} = \mathbf{\bar{M}} \times \mathbf{B} = \frac{\mu_0 m^2 I^2 \omega A^2}{\sqrt{2} R} \sin^2 (\omega t) \left( -\mathbf{\hat{i}} \right)$ $= -\left( \frac{\alpha}{4} \right) \mathbf{\hat{i}}$ (II) $\mathbf{B} = \frac{\mu_0 m I}{\sqrt{2}} \left( \sin \omega t \, \mathbf{\hat{i}} + \cos \omega t \, \mathbf{\hat{j}} \right)$ $\phi = 0, \varepsilon = 0, i = 0, t = 0$ (III) $\mathbf{B} = \frac{\mu_0 m I}{\sqrt{2}} \left( \sin \omega t \, \mathbf{\hat{i}} + \cos \omega t \, \mathbf{\hat{k}} \right)$ $\phi = \mathbf{B} \cdot \mathbf{A} = \frac{\mu_0 m I}{\sqrt{2}} \cdot \cos (\omega t) \cdot A$ $\varepsilon = -\frac{d \phi}{dt} = \frac{\mu_0 m I \omega A}{\sqrt{2}} \sin (\omega t)$ $i = \frac{\varepsilon}{R} = \frac{\mu_0 m I \omega A}{\sqrt{2} R} \sin (\omega t)$ $\mathbf{\bar{M}} = i \mathbf{\bar{A}} = i A \left( \mathbf{\hat{k}} \right) = \frac{\mu_0 m I \omega A^2}{\sqrt{2} R} \sin (\omega t) \left( \mathbf{\hat{k}} \right)$ $\mathbf{\tau} = \mathbf{\bar{M}} \times \mathbf{B} = \frac{\mu_0 m^2 I^2 \omega A^2}{2 R} \sin^2 (\omega t) \left( +\mathbf{\hat{j}} \right)$ $= \frac{\alpha}{4} \mathbf{\hat{j}}$ (IV) $\mathbf{B} = \frac{\mu_0 m I}{\sqrt{2}} \left( \cos \omega t \, \mathbf{\hat{j}} + \sin \omega t \, \mathbf{\hat{k}} \right)$ $\phi = \mathbf{B} \cdot \mathbf{A} = \frac{\mu_0 m I}{\sqrt{2}} \cdot \sin (\omega t) \cdot A$ $\varepsilon = -\frac{d \phi}{dt} = \frac{\mu_0 m I \omega A}{\sqrt{2}} \cos (\omega t)$ $i = \frac{\varepsilon}{R} = \frac{\mu_0 m I \omega A}{\sqrt{2} R} \cos (\omega t)$ $\mathbf{\bar{M}} = i \mathbf{\bar{A}} = i A \left( \mathbf{\hat{k}} \right) = -\frac{\mu_0 m I \omega A^2}{\sqrt{2} R} \cos (\omega t) \left( \mathbf{\hat{k}} \right)$ $\mathbf{\tau} = \mathbf{\bar{M}} \times \mathbf{B} = -\frac{\mu_0 m^2 I^2 \omega A^2}{2 R} \cos^2 (\omega t) \left( -\mathbf{\hat{i}} \right)$ $= \alpha \cdot \cos^2 \left( \frac{\pi}{6} \right) \mathbf{\hat{i}}$ $= \frac{3 \alpha}{4} \mathbf{\hat{i}}$ Answer. (C) I-Q, II-P, III-S, IV-R

Question 34

Physics · Motion in a Plane · Single correct

List I describes four systems, each with two particles $A$ and $B$ in relative motion as shown in figure. List II gives possible magnitudes of their relative velocities (in $\mathrm{ms}^{-1}$) at time $t = \frac{\pi}{3} \, \mathrm{s}$.

  1. I $\rightarrow$ R, II $\rightarrow$ T, III $\rightarrow$ P, IV $\rightarrow$ S
  2. I $\rightarrow$ S, II $\rightarrow$ P, III $\rightarrow$ Q, IV $\rightarrow$ R
  3. I $\rightarrow$ S, II $\rightarrow$ T, III $\rightarrow$ P, IV $\rightarrow$ R
  4. I $\rightarrow$ T, II $\rightarrow$ P, III $\rightarrow$ R, IV $\rightarrow$ S

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $v_{BA}^2 = v_A^2 + v_B^2 - 2v_{AB} \cos \theta$. As $\omega_A = \omega_B$, $\theta = 90^\circ$ remains constant. Also, $v_A = v_B = 1 \, \mathrm{m/s}$. So, $v_{BA} = \sqrt{2} \, \mathrm{m/s}$. (II) $\vec{u}_A = \frac{5\pi}{2} \hat{i} + \frac{5\pi}{2} \hat{j}$ $\vec{v}_A = \frac{5\pi}{2} \hat{i} + \left( \frac{5\pi}{2} - 10 \cdot \frac{\pi}{3} \right) \hat{j}$ $$= \frac{5\pi}{2} \hat{i} - \frac{5\pi}{2} \hat{j}$$ $\vec{u}_B = -\frac{5\pi}{2} \hat{i} + \frac{5\pi}{2} \hat{j}$ $\vec{u}_B = -\frac{5\pi}{2} \hat{i} - \left( \frac{5\pi}{6} + 1 \right) \hat{j}$ $\vec{v}_{BA} = -5\pi \hat{i} - \hat{j}$ $v_{BA} = \sqrt{25\pi^2 + 1}$ (III) $x_A = \sin t$ $v_A = \cos t = \frac{1}{2} \, \mathrm{m/s}$ $x_B = \cos t$ $v_B = -\sin t = -\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \, \mathrm{m/s}$ $v_{BA} = -\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \cdot \frac{1}{2}$ (IV) $\vec{v}_A$ and $\vec{v}_B$ are always perpendicular. So, $|\vec{v}_{BA}| = \sqrt{v_A^2 + v_B^2} = \sqrt{10} \, \mathrm{m/s}$

Question 35

Physics · Thermodynamics · Single correct

List I describes thermodynamic processes in four different systems. List II gives the magnitudes (either exactly or as a close approximation) of possible changes in the internal energy of the system due to the process.

  1. I $\rightarrow$ T, II $\rightarrow$ R, III $\rightarrow$ S, IV $\rightarrow$ Q
  2. I $\rightarrow$ S, II $\rightarrow$ P, III $\rightarrow$ T, IV $\rightarrow$ P
  3. I $\rightarrow$ P, II $\rightarrow$ R, III $\rightarrow$ T, IV $\rightarrow$ Q
  4. I $\rightarrow$ Q, II $\rightarrow$ R, III $\rightarrow$ S, IV $\rightarrow$ T

Answer: (c)

Solution

Sol. (I) $\Delta U = \Delta Q - \Delta W$ $$= \left\{ (10^{-3} \times 2250) - \frac{10^5 (10^{-3} - 10^{-6})}{10^3} \right\} kJ$$ $$= (2.25 - 0.0999) kJ$$ $$= (2.1501) kJ$$ (II) $\Delta U = nC_V \Delta T$ $$= \frac{5}{2} nR \Delta T$$ $$= \frac{5}{2} \cdot (0.2) (8) (1500 - 500) J$$ $$= 4 kJ$$ (III) $P_1 V_1^{\frac{5}{3}} = P_2 V_2^{\frac{5}{3}}$ $$\Rightarrow 2 \left( \frac{1}{3} \right)^{\frac{5}{3}} = P_2 \left( \frac{1}{24} \right)^{\frac{5}{3}}$$ $$\Rightarrow P_2 = 64 kPa$$ $$\Delta U = nC_V \Delta T = \frac{3}{2} (P_2 V_2 - P_1 V_1)$$ $$= \frac{3}{2} \left( 64 \times \frac{1}{24} - 2 \times \frac{1}{3} \right) kJ$$ $$= 3 kJ$$ (IV) $\Delta U = nC_V \Delta T$ $$= n \cdot \frac{7}{2} R \Delta T$$ $$= \frac{7}{9} \Delta Q$$ $$= 7 kJ$$

Question 36

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Single correct

List I contains four combinations of two lenses (1 and 2) whose focal lengths (in cm) are indicated in the figures. In all cases, the object is placed 20 $\mathrm{\ cm}$ from the first lens on the left, and the distance between the two lenses is 5 $\mathrm{\ cm}$. List II contains the positions of the final images.

  1. I $\rightarrow$ P, II $\rightarrow$ R, III $\rightarrow$ Q, IV $\rightarrow$ T
  2. I $\rightarrow$ Q, II $\rightarrow$ P, III $\rightarrow$ T, IV $\rightarrow$ S
  3. I $\rightarrow$ P, II $\rightarrow$ T, III $\rightarrow$ R, IV $\rightarrow$ Q
  4. I $\rightarrow$ T, II $\rightarrow$ S, III $\rightarrow$ Q, IV $\rightarrow$ R

Answer: (a)

Solution

Solution. (I) $v_1 = \frac{uf}{u+f}$ $$= \frac{(-20)(10)}{(-20)+(10)} = +20$$ $u_2 = +15$ $$v_2 = \frac{(15)(15)}{(15)+(15)} = +7.5$$ (II) $v_1 = +20$ $u_2 = +15$ $$v_2 = \frac{(15)(-10)}{(15)+(-10)} = -30$$ (III) $v_1 = +20$ $u_2 = +15$ $$v_2 = \frac{(15)(-20)}{(15)+(-20)} = 60$$ (IV) $v_1 = \frac{(-20)(-20)}{(-20)+(-20)} = -10$ $u_2 = -15$ $$v_2 = \frac{(-15)(10)}{(-15)+(10)} = 30$$

Chemistry

Question 37

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Numerical

2 mol of Hg(g) is combusted in a fixed volume bomb calorimeter with excess of $O_2$ at 298 K and 1 atm into HgO(s). During the reaction, temperature increases from 298.0 K to 312.8 K. If heat capacity of the bomb calorimeter and enthalpy of formation of Hg(g) are 20.00 kJ K$^{-1}$ and 61.32 kJ mol$^{-1}$ at 298 K, respectively, the calculated standard molar enthalpy of formation of HgO(s) at 298 K is $X$ kJ mol$^{-1}$. The value of $|X|$ is _____. [Given : Gas constant $R = 8.3$ J K$^{-1}$ mol$^{-1}$]

Answer: 90.39

Solution

Given $Q_{rxn} = C \Delta T$. $|\Delta U| \times 2 = 20 \times 14.8$. $|\Delta U| = 148 \, kJ/mol$. $\Delta U = -148 \, kJ/mol$. $Hg(g) + \frac{1}{2} O_2(g) \rightarrow HgO(s) : \Delta U = -148 \, kJ/mol$. $\Delta H = \Delta U + \Delta n_g \, RT$. $$= -148 - \frac{3}{2} \times \frac{8.3}{1000} \times 298 = -151.7101$$ $Hg(l) + \frac{1}{2} O_2(g) \rightarrow HgO(s)$. $\Delta H = -151.7101 + 61.32 = -90.39 \, kJ/mol$. Ans. 90.39

Question 38

Chemistry · Electrochemistry · Fill in the blank

The reduction potential $(E^0,\text{ in V})$ of $\mathrm{MnO_4^- (aq)/Mn(s)}$ is \_\_\_\_\_\_\_. [Given: $E^0_{(\mathrm{MnO_4^- (aq)/MnO_2 (s)})}=1.68\,\mathrm{V};$ $E^0_{(\mathrm{MnO_2 (s)/Mn^{2+} (aq)})}=1.21\,\mathrm{V};$ $E^0_{(\mathrm{Mn^{2+} (aq)/Mn(s)})}=-1.03\,\mathrm{V}$]

Answer: 0.77

Solution

For the required reaction $\Delta G^\circ = \Delta G^\circ_1 + \Delta G^\circ_2 + \Delta G^\circ_3$. $$\Rightarrow 7 \times \mathrm{E} = 1.68 \times 3 + 1.21 \times 2 + (-1.03) \times 2$$ $$\mathrm{E} = \frac{5.4}{7} = 0.7714$$ Ans. = 0.77

Question 39

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Numerical

A solution is prepared by mixing 0.01 mol each of $\mathrm{H_2CO_3}$, $\mathrm{NaHCO_3}$, $\mathrm{Na_2CO_3}$, and $\mathrm{NaOH}$ in 100 mL of water. pH of the resulting solution is _____. [Given: $pK_{a_1}$ and $pK_{a_2}$ of $\mathrm{H_2CO_3}$ are 6.37 and 10.32, respectively; $\log 2 = 0.30$]

Answer: 10.02

Solution

The reaction is $\mathrm{H_2CO_3 + NaOH \rightarrow NaHCO_3 + H_2O}$. Milli moles: $\begin{array}{ccc} \mathrm{H_2CO_3} & \mathrm{NaOH} & \mathrm{NaHCO_3} \\ 10 & 10 & - \\ \end{array}$ At end: $\begin{array}{ccc} 0 & 0 & 10 + 10 = 20 \\ \end{array}$ Final mixture has 20 milli moles $\mathrm{NaHCO_3}$ and 10 milli moles $\mathrm{Na_2CO_3}$. $$\mathrm{pH} = \mathrm{pK_{a_2}} + \log \left( \frac{Salt}{Acid} \right)$$ $$\mathrm{pH} = \mathrm{pK_{a_2}} + \log \left( \frac{10}{20} \right) [Buffer : \mathrm{Na_2CO_3 + NaHCO_3}]$$ $$= 10.32 - \log 2 = 10.02$$

Question 40

Chemistry · The d-and f-Block Elements · Numerical

The treatment of an aqueous solution of 3.74 g of Cu(NO$_3$)$_2$ with excess KI results in a brown solution along with the formation of a precipitate. Passing H$_2$S through this brown solution gives another precipitate X. The amount of X (in g) is _____. [Given : Atomic mass of H = 1, N = 14, O = 16, S = 32, K = 39, Cu = 63, I = 127]

Answer: 0.32

Solution

2Cu($\mathrm{NO}$_3)_2 + 5$\mathrm{KI}$ $\longrightarrow$ $\mathrm{Cu}$_2$\mathrm{I}$_2 + $\mathrm{KI}$_3 + 4$\mathrm{KNO}$_3 0.02 $\hspace{2cm}$ 0.01 $\mathrm{KI}$_3 + $\mathrm{H}$_2$\mathrm{S}$ $\longrightarrow$ $\mathrm{S}$ $\downarrow$ + $\mathrm{KI}$ + 2$\mathrm{HI}$ 0.01 $\hspace{2cm}$ 0.01 n_S = 0.01 mole weight of sulphur = 32 $\times$ 0.01 = 0.32 gm

Question 41

Chemistry · The p-Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18) · Numerical

Dissolving 1.24 $\mathrm{g}$ of white phosphorous in boiling NaOH solution in an inert atmosphere gives a gas $\mathbf{Q}$. The amount of $\mathrm{CuSO_4}$ (in g) required to completely consume the gas $\mathbf{Q}$ is ______. [Given : Atomic mass of H = 1, O = 16, Na = 23, P = 31, S = 32, Cu = 63]

Answer: 2.38

Solution

Mole of $P_4 = \frac{1.24}{31 \times 4} = 0.01$ $P_4 + 3\mathrm{NaOH} + 3\mathrm{H_2O} \longrightarrow \mathrm{PH_3} + 3\mathrm{NaH_2PO_2}$ $0.01$ mole $ 0.01$ mole $2\mathrm{PH_3} + 3\mathrm{CuSO_4} \rightarrow \mathrm{Cu_3P_2} + 3\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$ $0.01 \frac{3}{2} \times 0.01$ $$= \frac{0.03}{2}$$ moles $W_{\mathrm{CuSO_4}} = \frac{0.03}{2} \times 159 = 2.385$ gm Ans = 2.38 or 2.39

Question 42

Chemistry · Analytical Chemistry · Numerical

Consider the following reaction. On estimation of bromine in 1.00 g of R using Carius method, the amount of AgBr formed (in g) is ______. [Given : Atomic mass of H = 1, C = 12, O = 16, P = 31, Br = 80, Ag = 108]

Answer: 1.5

Solution

The molecular weight (M.W.) of the compound is 250 $\mathrm{g/mol}$. For 1 $\mathrm{g}$ of R, the number of moles is given by $$\frac{1}{250} moles.$$ The number of Br atoms corresponds to $$\frac{2}{250} moles.$$ Therefore, the moles of AgBr formed are $$\frac{2}{250} moles.$$ The mass of AgBr is calculated as $$\frac{2}{250} \times (108 + 80) = 1.504.$$

Question 43

Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry · Fill in the blank

The weight percentage of hydrogen in Q, formed in the following reaction sequence, is ______. [Given : Atomic mass of H = 1, C = 12, N = 14, O = 16, S = 32, Cl = 35]

Answer: 1.31

Solution

Question 44

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Numerical

If the reaction sequence given below is carried out with 15 moles of acetylene, the amount of the product D formed (in g) is _____. The yields of A, B, C and D are given in parentheses. [Given : Atomic mass of H = 1, C = 12, O = 16, Cl = 35]

Answer: 136

Solution

Starting with $3 \mathrm{HC} \equiv \mathrm{CH}$ and $15$ moles, using iron at red hot conditions, we obtain $4$ moles of benzene with an $80\%$ yield. Next, reacting with $\mathrm{H_3C(CH_2)_3Cl}$ and $\mathrm{AlCl_3}$, we get $2$ moles of isopropylbenzene with a $50\%$ yield. Then, using $1. \mathrm{O_2}$ and $2. \mathrm{H_3O^+}$, we convert it to $1$ mole of phenol with a $50\%$ yield. Finally, reacting with $\mathrm{CH_3COCl}$ and pyridine, we obtain $1$ mole of acetophenone with a $100\%$ yield, resulting in $\mathrm{C_8H_8O_2}$ with a mass of $136 \, \mathrm{g}$.

Question 45

Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Multiple correct

For diatomic molecules, the correct statement(s) about the molecular orbitals formed by the overlap to two $2p_z$ orbitals is(are)

  1. $\sigma$ orbital has a total of two nodal planes.
  2. $\sigma^*$ orbital has one node in the $xz$-plane containing the molecular axis.
  3. $\pi$ orbital has one node in the plane which is perpendicular to the molecular axis and goes through the center of the molecule.
  4. $\pi^*$ orbital has one node in the $xy$-plane containing the molecular axis.

Answer: (a), (d)

Solution

(A) $p_z$ $p_z$ $\rightarrow$ $\sigma$ molecular orbital. Total 2 nodal plane. (B) $p_z$ $p_z$ $\rightarrow$ $\sigma^*$ molecular orbital. Zero node in the $xz$ plane. (C) $p_z$ $p_z$ $\rightarrow$ $\pi$-molecular orbital. Zero node in the plane which is perpendicular to the molecular axis and goes through the center of the molecule. (D) $p_z$ $p_z$ $\rightarrow$ $\pi^*$-molecular orbital. One node in $xy$ plane containing the molecular axis.

Question 46

Chemistry · Surface Chemistry · Multiple correct

The correct option(s) related to adsorption processes is(are)

  1. Chemisorption results in a unimolecular layer.
  2. The enthalpy change during physisorption is in the range of $100$ to $140 \, \mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$.
  3. Chemisorption is an endothermic process.
  4. Lowering the temperature favors physisorption processes.

Answer: (a), (d)

Solution

Chemisorption is unimolecular layered. Enthalpy of physisorption is much less in magnitude. Chemisorption of gases on solids is exothermic. As physisorption is exothermic so lowering temperature favours it.

Question 47

Chemistry · General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements · Multiple correct

The electrochemical extraction of aluminum from bauxite ore involves.

  1. the reaction of $\mathrm{Al_2O_3}$ with coke (C) at a temperature $> 2500^\circ \mathrm{C}$.
  2. the neutralization of aluminate solution by passing $\mathrm{CO_2}$ gas to precipitate hydrated alumina ($\mathrm{Al_2O_3.3H_2O}$)
  3. the dissolution of $\mathrm{Al_2O_3}$ in hot aqueous $\mathrm{NaOH}$.
  4. the electrolysis of $\mathrm{Al_2O_3}$ mixed with $\mathrm{Na_3AlF_6}$ to give $\mathrm{Al}$ and $\mathrm{CO_2}$.

Answer: (b), (c), (d)

Solution

(A) Electrochemical extraction of Aluminum from bauxite done below $2500^\circ \mathrm{C}$. (B) $2\mathrm{Na[Al(OH)_4]_{aq}} + 2\mathrm{CO_2}_{(g)} \rightarrow \mathrm{Al_2O_3} \cdot 3\mathrm{H_2O}_{(s)} \downarrow + 2\mathrm{NaHCO_3}_{(aq)}$ The sodium aluminate present in solution is neutralised by passing $\mathrm{CO_2}$ gas and hydrated $\mathrm{Al_2O_3}$ is precipitated. (C) $\mathrm{Al_2O_3}_{(s)} + 2\mathrm{NaOH}_{(aq)} + 3\mathrm{H_2O}_{(l)} \rightarrow 2\mathrm{Na[Al(OH)_4]_{aq}}$ Concentration of bauxite is carried out by heating the powdered ore with hot concentrated solution of $\mathrm{NaOH}$. (D) In metallurgy of aluminum, $\mathrm{Al_2O_3}$ is mixed with $\mathrm{Na_3AlF_6}$.

Question 48

Chemistry · The p-Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18) · Multiple correct

The treatment of galena with $\mathrm{HNO_3}$ produces a gas that is

  1. paramagnetic
  2. bent in geometry
  3. an acidic oxide
  4. colorless

Answer: (a), (d)

Solution

The reaction is given by: $$3\mathrm{PbS} + 8\mathrm{HNO_3} \rightarrow 3\mathrm{Pb(NO_3)_2} + 2\mathrm{NO} + 4\mathrm{H_2O} + \mathrm{S}$$ NO is a neutral oxide, paramagnetic, has linear geometry, and is a colourless gas.

Question 49

Chemistry · Amines · Multiple correct

Considering the reaction sequence given below, the correct statement(s) is(are)

  1. P can be reduced to a primary alcohol using NaBH$_4$.
  2. Treating P with conc. NH$_4$OH solution followed by acidification gives Q.
  3. Treating Q with a solution of NaNO$_2$ in aq. HCl liberates N$_2$.
  4. P is more acidic than CH$_3$CH$_2$COOH.

Answer: (b), (c), (d)

Solution

The reaction starts with propanoic acid, $\mathrm{CH_3CH_2COOH}$, which is treated with red phosphorus and bromine to form 2-bromopropanoic acid, $\mathrm{BrCH(CH_3)COOH}$. This compound is more acidic than propanoic acid. Next, 2-bromopropanoic acid is treated with $\mathrm{NH_4OH}$ followed by $\mathrm{H^+}$ to form alanine, $\mathrm{NH_2CH(CH_3)COOH}$. Alanine is then reacted with $\mathrm{N^\circ K^+}$ to form a compound $Q$. Compound $Q$ is treated with $\mathrm{NaOH}$ and $\mathrm{H_3O^+}$ to form a mixture of alanine and phthalic acid. Finally, alanine is treated with $\mathrm{NaNO_2}$ and $\mathrm{HCl}$ to form lactic acid, $\mathrm{OHCH(CH_3)COOH}$, and nitrogen gas.

Question 50

Chemistry · Amines · Multiple correct

Consider the following reaction sequence, the correct option(s) is(are)

Answer: (a), (b), (c)

Solution

The compound (P) is reduced using $\mathrm{H_2/Pd}$ or $\mathrm{Sn/HCl}$ to form compound (Q). Compound (Q) is then treated with $\mathrm{NaNO_2}$ and $\mathrm{HCl}$ or $\mathrm{HNO_2}$ to form compound (R). Compound (R) undergoes a reaction to form compound (S) with $\mathrm{N_2^+Cl^-}$ and water, resulting in compound (T). Compound (S) can also undergo a reaction with $\mathrm{H_3PO_2}$ or ethanol, followed by $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ and $\mathrm{KOH}$ with heat, to form a carboxylic acid.

Question 51

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Single correct

Match the rate expressions in LIST-I for the decomposition of $X$ with the corresponding profiles provided in LIST-II. $X_s$ and $k$ are constants having appropriate units. LIST-I (I) $\mathrm{rate}=\frac{k[X]}{X_s+[X]}$ under all possible initial concentrations of $X$ (II) $\mathrm{rate}=\frac{k[X]}{X_s+[X]}$ where initial concentrations of $X$ are much less than $X_s$ (III) $\mathrm{rate}=\frac{k[X]}{X_s+[X]}$ where initial concentrations of $X$ are much higher than $X_s$ (IV) $\mathrm{rate}=\frac{k[X]^2}{X_s+[X]}$ where initial concentration of $X$ is much higher than $X_s$

  1. I $\rightarrow$ P; II $\rightarrow$ Q; III $\rightarrow$ S; IV $\rightarrow$ T
  2. I $\rightarrow$ R; II $\rightarrow$ S; III $\rightarrow$ S; IV $\rightarrow$ T
  3. I $\rightarrow$ P; II $\rightarrow$ Q; III $\rightarrow$ Q; IV $\rightarrow$ R
  4. I $\rightarrow$ R; II $\rightarrow$ S; III $\rightarrow$ Q; IV $\rightarrow$ R

Answer: (a)

Solution

(I) rate = $\frac{k[x]}{x_s + [x]}$ = $\frac{k}{\frac{x_s}{[x]} + 1}$. If [x] $\to$ $\infty$ $\Rightarrow$ rate $\to$ k $\Rightarrow$ order = 0 $\Rightarrow$ (I) - (R), (P). (II) [x] > x_s $\Rightarrow$ rate = k $\Rightarrow$ order = 0 $\Rightarrow$ (III) - (P), (S). (IV) rate = $\frac{k[x]^2}{x_s + [x]}$. [x] >> x_s $\Rightarrow$ rate = k[x] $\Rightarrow$ (IV) - (Q), (T).

Question 52

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

List-I contains compounds and List-II contains reaction \begin{tabular}{|c|c|} \hline LIST-I & LIST-II\\ \hline (I) $\mathrm{H_2O_2}$ & (P) $\mathrm{Mg(HCO_3)_2+Ca(OH)_2\rightarrow}$\\ \hline (II) $\mathrm{Mg(OH)_2}$ & (Q) $\mathrm{BaO_2+H_2SO_4\rightarrow}$\\ \hline (III) $\mathrm{BaCl_2}$ & (R) $\mathrm{Ca(OH)_2+MgCl_2\rightarrow}$\\ \hline (IV) $\mathrm{CaCO_3}$ & (S) $\mathrm{BaO_2+HCl\rightarrow}$\\ \hline & (T) $\mathrm{Ca(HCO_3)_2+Ca(OH)_2\rightarrow}$\\ \hline \end{tabular} Match each compound in List-I with its formation reaction(s) in List-II and choose the correct option

  1. I $\rightarrow$ Q; II $\rightarrow$ P; III $\rightarrow$ S; IV $\rightarrow$ R
  2. I $\rightarrow$ T; II $\rightarrow$ P; III $\rightarrow$ Q; IV $\rightarrow$ R
  3. I $\rightarrow$ T; II $\rightarrow$ R; III $\rightarrow$ Q; IV $\rightarrow$ P
  4. I $\rightarrow$ Q; II $\rightarrow$ R; III $\rightarrow$ S; IV $\rightarrow$ P

Answer: (d)

Solution

Solution: (P) $\mathrm{Mg(HCO_3)_2} + 2\mathrm{Ca(OH)_2} \rightarrow \mathrm{Mg(OH)_2} + 2\mathrm{CaCO_3} + 2\mathrm{H_2O}$ (Q) $\mathrm{BaO_2} + \mathrm{H_2SO_4} \rightarrow \mathrm{H_2O_2} + \mathrm{BaSO_4}$ (R) $\mathrm{Ca(OH)_2} + \mathrm{MgCl_2} \rightarrow \mathrm{Mg(OH)_2} + \mathrm{CaCl_2}$ (S) $\mathrm{BaO_2} + 2\mathrm{HCl} \rightarrow \mathrm{BaCl_2} + \mathrm{H_2O_2}$ (T) $\mathrm{Ca(HCO_3)_2} + \mathrm{Ca(OH)_2} \rightarrow 2\mathrm{CaCO_3} + 2\mathrm{H_2O}$

Question 53

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Single correct

LIST-I contains metal species and LIST-II contains their properties. \begin{tabular}{|c|c|} \hline LIST-I & LIST-II\\ \hline (I) $[Cr(CN)_6]^{4-}$ & (P) $t_{2g}$ orbitals contain 4 electrons\\ \hline (II) $[RuCl_6]^{2-}$ & (Q) $\mu(\text{spin-only})=4.9\,\mathrm{BM}$\\ \hline (III) $[Cr(H_2O)_6]^{2+}$ & (R) Low spin complex ion\\ \hline (IV) $[Fe(H_2O)_6]^{2+}$ & (S) Metal ion in $4+$ oxidation state\\ \hline & (T) $d^A$ species\\ \hline \end{tabular} [Given : Atomic number of Cr = 24, Ru = 44, Fe = 26] Metal each metal species in LIST-I with their properties in LIST-II, and choose the correct option

  1. I → R, T; II → P, S; III → Q, T; IV → P, Q
  2. I → R, S; II → P, T; III → P, Q; IV → Q, T
  3. I → P, R; II → R, S; III → R, T; IV → P, T
  4. I → Q, T; II → S, T; III → P, T; IV → Q, R

Answer: (a)

Solution

(1) $[Cr(CN)_6]^{4-}$ $Cr^{+2} = [Ar] 3d^4 4s^0$; low spin complex $$\begin{array}{c} \uparrow\downarrow \\ \uparrow\downarrow \\ \uparrow\downarrow \\ \uparrow \end{array} \Delta_0 > P e_g^0 t_{2g}^4$$ P, R, T (2) $[RuCl_6]^{2-}$ $Ru^{+4} = [Kr] 4d^4 5s^0$; low spin complex $$\begin{array}{c} \uparrow\downarrow \\ \uparrow\downarrow \\ \uparrow\downarrow \\ \uparrow \end{array} \Delta_0 > P e_g^0 t_{2g}^4$$ P, R, S, T (3) $[Cr(H_2O)_6]^{2+}$ $Cr^{+2} = [Ar] 3d^4 4s^0$; high spin complex $$\begin{array}{c} \uparrow \\ \uparrow \\ \uparrow \\ \uparrow \end{array} \Delta_0 < P e_g^1 t_{2g}^3$$ Q, T (4) $[Fe(H_2O)_6]^{2+}$ $Fe^{+2} = [Ar] 3d^6$; High spin complex $$\begin{array}{c} \uparrow\downarrow \\ \uparrow \\ \uparrow \\ \uparrow \end{array} \Delta_0 < P e_g^2 t_{2g}^4$$ P, Q

Question 54

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Match the compounds in LIST-I with the observation in LIST-II, and choose the correct option. \begin{tabular}{|c|c|} \hline LIST-I & LIST-II\\ \hline (I) Aniline & (P) Sodium fusion extract of the compound on boiling with $\mathrm{FeSO_4}$, followed by acidification with conc. $\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$, gives Prussian blue color.\\ \hline (II) o-Cresol & (Q) Sodium fusion extract of the compound on treatment with sodium nitroprusside gives blood red color.\\ \hline (III) Cysteine & (R) Addition of the compound to a saturated solution of $\mathrm{NaHCO_3}$ results in effervescence.\\ \hline (IV) Caprolactam & (S) The compound reacts with bromine water to give a white precipitate.\\ \hline & (T) Treating the compound with neutral $\mathrm{FeCl_3}$ solution produces violet color.\\ \hline \end{tabular}

  1. I $\rightarrow$ P, Q; II $\rightarrow$ S; III $\rightarrow$ Q, R; IV $\rightarrow$ P
  2. I $\rightarrow$ P ; II $\rightarrow$ R, S; III $\rightarrow$ R; IV $\rightarrow$ Q, S
  3. I $\rightarrow$ Q, S; II $\rightarrow$ P, T; III $\rightarrow$ P; IV $\rightarrow$ S
  4. I $\rightarrow$ P, S; II $\rightarrow$ T; III $\rightarrow$ Q, R; IV $\rightarrow$ P

Answer: (d)

Solution

Aniline: Blue colour in Lassign test due to presence of N. o-Cresol: Violet colour with $\mathrm{FeCl_3}$ due to presence of phenolic OH. Cystein: It gives blood red colour with $\mathrm{NaSCN}$. Caprolactam: Blue colour in Lassign test due to presence of N.