JEE Main 27 August 2021 Shift 1 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Sequences and Series · Single correct

If $0 < x < 1$, then $\frac{3}{2}x^2 + \frac{5}{3}x^3 + \frac{7}{4}x^4 + \ldots$, is equal to:

  1. $x \left( \frac{1+x}{1-x} \right) + \log_e (1-x)$
  2. $x \left( \frac{1-x}{1+x} \right) + \log_e (1-x)$
  3. $\frac{1-x}{1+x} + \log_e (1-x)$
  4. $\frac{1+x}{1-x} + \log_e (1-x)$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Let $t = \frac{3}{2}x^2 + \frac{5}{3}x^3 + \frac{7}{4}x^4 + \ldots \infty$. $$= \left( 2 - \frac{1}{2} \right)x^2 + \left( 2 - \frac{1}{3} \right)x^3 + \left( 2 - \frac{1}{4} \right)x^4 + \ldots \infty$$ $$= 2 \left( x^2 + x^3 + x^4 + \ldots \infty \right) - \left( \frac{x^2}{2} + \frac{x^3}{3} + \frac{x^4}{4} + \ldots \infty \right)$$ $$= \frac{2x^2}{1-x} - \left( \ln(1-x) - x \right)$$ $$\Rightarrow \ t = \frac{2x^2}{1-x} + x - \ln(1-x)$$ $$\Rightarrow \ t = \frac{x(1+x)}{1-x} - \ln(1-x)$$

Question 2

Maths · Basics Of Mathematics · Single correct

If for $x, y \in \mathbb{R}, x > 0$ $$y = \log_{10} x + \log_{10} x^{1/3} + \log_{10} x^{1/9} + \ldots upto \infty terms$$ and $$\frac{2 + 4 + 6 + \ldots + 2y}{3 + 6 + 9 + \ldots + 3y} = \frac{4}{\log_{10} x}$$, then the ordered pair $(x, y)$ is equal to:

  1. $(10^6, 6)$
  2. $(10^4, 6)$
  3. $(10^2, 3)$
  4. $(10^6, 9)$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{2(1+2+3+\ldots+y)}{3(1+2+3+\ldots+y)}$ = $\frac{4}{\log_{10} x}$ $\)$. This implies $\($ $\log$_{10} x = 6 $\Rightarrow$ x = 10^6 $\)$. Now, $\[$ y = ($\log$_{10} x) + $\left$( $\log$_{10} x^{$\frac{1}{3}$} $\right$) + $\left$( $\log$_{10} x^{$\frac{1}{9}$} $\right$) + $\ldots$ $\infty$ $\]$ $\[$ = $\left$( 1 + $\frac{1}{3}$ + $\frac{1}{9}$ + $\ldots$ $\infty$ $\right$) $\log$_{10} x $\]$ $\[$ = $\left$( $\frac{1}{1 - \frac{1}{3}}$ $\right$) $\log$_{10} x = 9 $\]$ So, $\($(x, y) = (10^6, 9)$\)$

Question 3

Maths · Straight Lines and Pair of Straight Lines · Single correct

Let $A$ be a fixed point $(0, 6)$ and $B$ be a moving point $(2t, 0)$. Let $M$ be the mid-point of $AB$ and the perpendicular bisector of $AB$ meets the $y$-axis at $C$. The locus of the mid-point $P$ of $MC$ is:

  1. $3x^2 - 2y - 6 = 0$
  2. $3x^2 + 2y - 6 = 0$
  3. $2x^2 + 3y - 9 = 0$
  4. $2x^2 - 3y + 9 = 0$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Perpendicular bisector of AB is $$ (y - 3) = \frac{t}{3}(x - t) $$ So, $C = \left(0, 3 - \frac{t^2}{3}\right)$ Let $P$ be $(h, k)$ $$ h = \frac{t}{2}; \; k = \left(3 - \frac{t^2}{6}\right) $$ $$ \Rightarrow k = 3 - \frac{4h^2}{6} \Rightarrow 2x^2 + 3y - 9 = 0 \; option (3) $$

Question 4

Maths · Inverse Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

If $\left(\sin^{-1} x\right)^2 - \left(\cos^{-1} x\right)^2 = a; \ 0 < x < 1, \ a \neq 0$, then the value of $2x^2 - 1$ is:

  1. $\cos\left(\frac{4a}{\pi}\right)$
  2. $\sin\left(\frac{2a}{\pi}\right)$
  3. $\cos\left(\frac{2a}{\pi}\right)$
  4. $\sin\left(\frac{4a}{\pi}\right)$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $a=(\sin^{-1}x)^2-(\cos^{-1}x)^2$. This equals $a=(\sin^{-1}x+\cos^{-1}x)(\sin^{-1}x-\cos^{-1}x)$. This simplifies to $a=\frac{\pi}{2}\left(\frac{\pi}{2}-2\cos^{-1}x\right)$. Thus, $2\cos^{-1}x=\frac{\pi}{2}-\frac{2a}{\pi}$. Therefore, $\cos^{-1}(2x^2-1)=2\cos^{-1}x=\frac{\pi}{2}-\frac{2a}{\pi}$. This implies $2x^2-1=\cos\left(\frac{\pi}{2}-\frac{2a}{\pi}\right)$. Hence, option (2).

Question 5

Maths · Matrices · Single correct

If the matrix $A = \begin{pmatrix} 0 & 2 \\ K & -1 \end{pmatrix}$ satisfies $A \left( A^3 + 3I \right) = 2I$ then the value of $K$ is:

  1. $\frac{1}{2}$
  2. $-\frac{1}{2}$
  3. $-1$
  4. $1$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given matrix $A = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 2 \\ k & -1 \end{bmatrix}$. $A^4 + 3IA = 2I$ $$\Rightarrow A^4 = 2I - 3A$$ Also characteristic equation of $A$ is $$|A - \lambda I| = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \begin{vmatrix} 0 - \lambda & 2 \\ k & -1 - \lambda \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \lambda + \lambda^2 - 2k = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow A + A^2 = 2K \cdot I$$ $$\Rightarrow A^2 = 2KI - A$$ $$\Rightarrow A^4 = 4K^2I + A^2 - 4AK$$ Put $A^2 = 2KI - A$ and $A^4 = 2I - 3A$ $$2I - 3A = 4K^2I + 2KI - A - 4AK$$ $$\Rightarrow I \left(2 - 2K - 4K^2 \right) = A(2 - 4K)$$ $$\Rightarrow -2I \left(2K^2 + K - 1 \right) = 2A(1 - 2K)$$ $$\Rightarrow -2I(2K - 1)(K + 1) = 2A(1 - 2K)$$ $$\Rightarrow (2K - 1)(2A) - 2I(2K - 1)(K + 1) = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow (2K - 1)[2A - 2I(K + 1)] = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow K = \frac{1}{2}$$

Question 6

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

The distance of the point $(1, -2, 3)$ from the plane $x - y + z = 5$ measured parallel to a line, whose direction ratios are $2, 3, -6$ is:

  1. 3
  2. 5
  3. 2
  4. 1

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given the equation of the line and the plane, we have: $$(1 + 2\lambda) + 2 - 3\lambda + 3 - 6\lambda = 5$$ Simplifying gives: $$6 - 7\lambda = 5 \implies \lambda = \frac{1}{7}$$ So, the point $P$ is: $$P = \left( \frac{9}{7}, -\frac{11}{7}, \frac{15}{7} \right)$$ To find $AP$, we calculate: $$AP = \sqrt{\left(1 - \frac{9}{7}\right)^2 + \left(-2 + \frac{11}{7}\right)^2 + \left(3 - \frac{15}{7}\right)^2}$$ Simplifying further: $$AP = \sqrt{\frac{4}{49} + \frac{9}{49} + \frac{36}{49}} = 1$$

Question 7

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Single correct

If $S = \left\{ z \in \mathbb{C} : \frac{z-i}{z+2i} \in \mathbb{R} \right\}$, then :

  1. $S$ contains exactly two elements
  2. $S$ contains only one element
  3. $S$ is a circle in the complex plane
  4. $S$ is a straight line in the complex plane

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\frac{z-i}{z+2i} \in \mathbb{R}$. Then $\arg \left( \frac{z-i}{z+2i} \right)$ is $0$ or $\Pi$. Therefore, $S$ is a straight line in complex.

Question 8

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

Let $y = y(x)$ be the solution of the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = 2(y + 2 \sin x - 5)x - 2 \cos x$ such that $y(0) = 7$. Then $y(\pi)$ is equal to:

  1. $2e^{\pi^2} + 5$
  2. $e^{\pi^2} + 5$
  3. $3e^{\pi^2} + 5$
  4. $7e^{\pi^2} + 5$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{dy}{dx}$ - 2xy = 2(2 $\sin$ x - 5)x - 2 $\cos$ x $\)$. $\($ IF = e^{-x^2} $\)$ So, $\($ y $\cdot$ e^{-x^2} = $\int$ e^{-x^2} (2x(2 $\sin$ x - 5) - 2 $\cos$ x) $\,$ dx $\)$ $\($ $\Rightarrow$ y $\cdot$ e^{-x^2} = e^{-x^2} (5 - 2 $\sin$ x) + c $\)$ $\($ $\Rightarrow$ y = 5 - 2 $\sin$ x + c $\cdot$ e^{x^2} $\)$ Given at $\($ x = 0, y = 7 $\)$ $\($ $\Rightarrow$ 7 = 5 + c $\Rightarrow$ c = 2 $\)$ So, $\($ y = 5 - 2 $\sin$ x + 2e^{x^2} $\)$ Now at $\($ x = $\pi$ $\)$, $\($ y = 5 + 2e^{$\pi$^2} $\)$

Question 9

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

Equation of a plane at a distance $\sqrt{\frac{2}{21}}$ from the origin, which contains the line of intersection of the planes $x - y - z - 1 = 0$ and $2x + y - 3z + 4 = 0$ is:

  1. $3x - y - 5z + 2 = 0$
  2. $3x - 4z + 3 = 0$
  3. $-x + 2y + 2z - 3 = 0$
  4. $4x - y - 5z + 2 = 0$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Required equation of plane $P_1 + \lambda P_2 = 0$ $$(x - y - z - 1) + \lambda (2x + y - 3z + 4) = 0$$ Given that its distance from origin is $\frac{2}{\sqrt{21}}$ Thus $$\frac{|4\lambda - 1|}{\sqrt{(2\lambda + 1)^2 + (\lambda - 1)^2 + (-3\lambda - 1)^2}} = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\sqrt{21}}$$ $$\Rightarrow 21(4\lambda - 1)^2 = 2 \left(14\lambda^2 + 8\lambda + 3\right)$$ $$\Rightarrow 336\lambda^2 - 168\lambda + 21 = 28\lambda^2 + 16\lambda + 6$$ $$\Rightarrow 308\lambda^2 - 184\lambda + 15 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow 308\lambda^2 - 154\lambda - 30\lambda + 15 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow (2\lambda - 1)(154\lambda - 15) = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \lambda = \frac{1}{2} or \frac{15}{154}$$ For $\lambda = \frac{1}{2}$ required plane is $$4x - y - 5z + 2 = 0$$

Question 10

Maths · Sequences and Series · Single correct

If $U_n = \left(1+\dfrac{1}{n^2}\right)\left(1+\dfrac{2^2}{n^2}\right)^2 \cdots \left(1+\dfrac{n^2}{n^2}\right)^n$, then $\displaystyle\lim_{n\to\infty} (U_n)^{\frac{-4}{n^2}}$ is equal to:

  1. $\frac{e^2}{16}$
  2. $\frac{4}{e}$
  3. $\frac{16}{e^2}$
  4. $\frac{4}{e^2}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $U_n = \prod_{r=1}^{n} \left( 1 + \frac{r^2}{n^2} \right)^r$. Let $L = \lim_{n \to \infty} (U_n)^{-4/n^2}$. Then, $$\log L = \lim_{n \to \infty} \frac{-4}{n^2} \sum_{r=1}^{n} \log \left( 1 + \frac{r^2}{n^2} \right)^r$$ which implies $$\log L = \lim_{n \to \infty} \sum_{r=1}^{n} \frac{-4r}{n} \cdot \frac{1}{n} \log \left( 1 + \frac{r^2}{n^2} \right)$$ leading to $$\log L \Rightarrow -4 \int_{0}^{1} x \log(1 + x^2) \, dx.$$ Put $1 + x^2 = t$. Now, $2x \, dx = dt$. Thus, $$= -2 \int_{1}^{2} \log(t) \, dt = -2 [t \log t - t]_{1}^{2}$$ which gives $$\log L = -2(2 \log 2 - 1).$$ Therefore, $$L = e^{-2(2 \log 2 - 1)}$$ which simplifies to $$= e^{-2 \left( \log \left( \frac{4}{e} \right) \right)}$$ $$= e^{\log \left( \frac{4}{e} \right)^{-2}}$$ $$= \left( \frac{e}{4} \right)^2 = \frac{e^2}{16}.$$

Question 11

Maths · Mathematical Reasoning · Single correct

The statement $(p \land (p \rightarrow q) \land (q \rightarrow r)) \rightarrow r$ is:

  1. a tautology
  2. equivalent to $p \rightarrow \sim r$
  3. a fallacy
  4. equivalent to $q \rightarrow \sim r$

Answer: (a)

Solution

(p $\land$ (p $\rightarrow$ q) $\land$ (q $\rightarrow$ r)) $\rightarrow$ r $\equiv$ (p $\land$ ($\sim$ p $\lor$ q) $\lor$ ($\sim$ q $\lor$ r)) $\rightarrow$ r $\equiv$ ((p $\land$ q) $\land$ ($\sim$ p $\lor$ r)) $\rightarrow$ r $\equiv$ (p $\land$ q $\land$ r) $\rightarrow$ r $\equiv$ $\sim$ (p $\land$ q $\land$ r) $\lor$ r $\equiv$ ($\sim$ p) $\lor$ ($\sim$ q) $\lor$ ($\sim$ r) $\lor$ r $\Rightarrow$ tautology

Question 12

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

Let us consider a curve, $y = f(x)$ passing through the point $(-2, 2)$ and the slope of the tangent to the curve at any point $(x, f(x))$ is given by $f(x) + x f'(x) = x^2$ Then:

  1. $x^2 + 2x f(x) - 12 = 0$
  2. $x^3 + x f(x) + 12 = 0$
  3. $x^3 - 3x f(x) - 4 = 0$
  4. $x^2 + 2x f(x) + 4 = 0$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $y + x \frac{dy}{dx} = x^2$ (given). This implies $\frac{dy}{dx} + \frac{y}{x} = x$. If $e^{\int \frac{1}{x} \, dx} = x$, then the solution of the differential equation is $y \cdot x = \int x \cdot x \, dx$. This implies $xy = \frac{x^3}{3} + \frac{c}{3}$. The curve passes through $(-2, 2)$, so $-12 = -8 + c \Rightarrow c = -4$. Therefore, $3xy = x^3 - 4$. Hence, $3x \cdot f(x) = x^3 - 4$.

Question 13

Maths · Binomial Theorem · Single correct

\[ \sum_{k=0}^{20}\left({}^{20}C_k\right)^2 \] is equal to:

  1. $\binom{40}{21}$
  2. $\binom{40}{19}$
  3. $\binom{40}{20}$
  4. $\binom{41}{20}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

$\sum_{k=0}^{20} {}^{20}C_{k}\cdot{}^{20}C_{20-k}$ \text{Sum of suffixes is constant.} \text{Therefore, by Vandermonde's identity,} $\sum_{k=0}^{20} {}^{20}C_{k}\cdot{}^{20}C_{20-k} = {}^{40}C_{20}.$

Question 14

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

A tangent and a normal are drawn at the point $P(2, -4)$ on the parabola $y^2 = 8x$, which meet the directrix of the parabola at the points $A$ and $B$ respectively. If $Q(a, b)$ is a point such that $AQBP$ is a square, then $2a + b$ is equal to:

  1. $-16$
  2. $-18$
  3. $-12$
  4. $-20$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Equation of tangent at $(2, -4)$ $(T = 0)$ $$-4y = 4(x + 2)$$ $$x + y + 2 = 0 \ldots (1)$$ Equation of normal $$x - y + \lambda = 0$$ At $(2, -4)$ $$\lambda = -6$$ Thus $x - y = 6 \ldots (2)$ equation of normal Point of intersection of $(1)$ and $x = -2$ is $A(-2, 0)$ Point of intersection of $(2)$ and $x = -2$ is $A(-2, 8)$ Given $AQBP$ is a square. $$\Rightarrow m_{AQ} \cdot m_{AP} = -1$$ $$\Rightarrow \left( \frac{b}{a + 2} \right) \left( \frac{4}{-4} \right) = -1 \Rightarrow a + 2 = b \ldots (1)$$ Also $PQ$ must be parallel to $x$-axis thus $$\Rightarrow b = -4$$ Therefore, $a = -6$ Thus $2a + b = -16$

Question 15

Maths · Properties of Triangles · Single correct

Let $\frac{\sin A}{\sin B} = \frac{\sin(A-C)}{\sin(C-B)}$, where $A, B, C$ are angles of a triangle $ABC$. If the lengths of the sides opposite these angles are $a, b, c$ respectively, then:

  1. $b^2 - a^2 = a^2 + c^2$
  2. $b^2, c^2, a^2$ are in A.P.
  3. $c^2, a^2, b^2$ are in A.P.
  4. $a^2, b^2, c^2$ are in A.P.

Answer: (b)

Solution

$\dfrac{\sin A}{\sin B}=\dfrac{\sin(A-C)}{\sin(C-B)}$ As $A,\ B,\ C$ are angles of a triangle, $A+B+C=\pi$ $A=\pi-(B+C)$ So, $\sin A=\sin(B+C)\qquad\ldots(1)$ Similarly, $\sin B=\sin(A+C)\qquad\ldots(2)$ From (1) and (2), $\dfrac{\sin(B+C)}{\sin(A+C)}$ = $\dfrac{\sin(A-C)}{\sin(C-B)}$ $\Rightarrow$ $\sin(B+C)\sin(C-B)$ = $\sin(A-C)\sin(A+C)$ $\Rightarrow$ $\sin^2C-\sin^2B$ = $\sin^2A-\sin^2C$ $\because\ \sin(x+y)\sin(x-y)=\sin^2x-\sin^2y$ $\Rightarrow 2\sin^2C=\sin^2A+\sin^2B$ By sine rule, $2c^2=a^2+b^2$ $\Rightarrow b^2,\ c^2\ \text{and}\ a^2\ \text{are in A.P.}$

Question 16

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Single correct

If $\alpha$, $\beta$ are the distinct roots of $x^2 + bx + c = 0$, then $\lim_{x \to \beta} \frac{e^{2(x^2+bx+c)} - 1 - 2(x^2+bx+c)}{(x-\beta)^2}$ is equal to:

  1. $b^2 + 4c$
  2. $2 \left(b^2 + 4c\right)$
  3. $2 \left(b^2 - 4c\right)$
  4. $b^2 - 4c$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the limit expression: $$\lim_{x \to \beta} \frac{e^{2\left(x^2 + bx + c\right)} - 1 - 2\left(x^2 + bx + c\right)}{(x - \beta)^2}$$ We simplify it as follows: $$\Rightarrow \lim_{x \to \beta} \frac{1\left(1 + \frac{2\left(x^2 + bx + c\right)}{1!} + \frac{2^2\left(x^2 + bx + c\right)^2}{2!} + \ldots \right) - 1 - 2\left(x^2 + bx + c\right)}{(x - \beta)^2}$$ $$\Rightarrow \lim_{x \to \beta} \frac{2\left(x^2 + bx + 1\right)^2}{(x - \beta)^2}$$ $$\Rightarrow \lim_{x \to \beta} \frac{2(x - \alpha)^2(x - \beta)^2}{(x - \beta)^2}$$ $$\Rightarrow 2(\beta - \alpha)^2 = 2\left(b^2 - 4c\right)$$

Question 17

Maths · Probability · Single correct

When a certain biased die is rolled, a particular face occurs with probability $\frac{1}{6} - x$ and its opposite face occurs with probability $\frac{1}{6} + x$. All other faces occur with probability $\frac{1}{6}$. Note that opposite faces sum to 7 in any die. If $0 < x < \frac{1}{6}$, and the probability of obtaining total sum $= 7$, when such a die is rolled twice, is $\frac{13}{96}$, then the value of $x$ is:

  1. $\frac{1}{16}$
  2. $\frac{1}{8}$
  3. $\frac{1}{9}$
  4. $\frac{1}{12}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Probability of obtaining total sum 7 = probability of getting opposite faces. Probability of getting opposite faces $$= 2 \left[ \left( \frac{1}{6} - x \right) \left( \frac{1}{6} + x \right) + \frac{1}{6} \times \frac{1}{6} \times \frac{1}{6} \right]$$ $$\Rightarrow 2 \left[ \left( \frac{1}{6} - x \right) \left( \frac{1}{6} + x \right) + \frac{1}{6} \times \frac{1}{6} \right] = \frac{13}{96}$$ (given) $$x = \frac{1}{8}$$

Question 18

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

If $x^2 + 9y^2 - 4x + 3 = 0, x, y \in \mathbb{R}$, then $x$ and $y$ respectively lie in the intervals:

  1. $\left[ -\frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{3} \right]$ and $\left[ -\frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{3} \right]$
  2. $\left[ -\frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{3} \right]$ and $[1, 3]$
  3. $[1, 3]$ and $[1, 3]$
  4. $[1, 3]$ and $\left[ -\frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{3} \right]$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given the equation $x^2 + 9y^2 - 4x + 3 = 0$. Rewriting, we have $(x^2 - 4x) + (9y^2) + 3 = 0$. Completing the square, $(x^2 - 4x + 4) + (9y^2) + 3 - 4 = 0$. This simplifies to $(x - 2)^2 + (3y)^2 = 1$. Thus, we have $\frac{(x-2)^2}{(1)^2} + \frac{y^2}{\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)^2} = 1$ (equation of an ellipse). As it is the equation of an ellipse, $x$ and $y$ can vary inside the ellipse. So, $x - 2 \in [-1, 1]$ and $y \in \left[-\frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{3}\right]$. Therefore, $x \in [1, 3]$ and $y \in \left[-\frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{3}\right]$.

Question 19

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

$$\int_{6}^{16} \frac{\log_e \, x^2}{\log_e \, x^2 + \log_e (x^2 - 44x + 484)} \, dx$$ is equal to:

  1. 6
  2. 8
  3. 5
  4. 10

Answer: (c)

Solution

Let $I = \int_6^{16} \frac{\log_e x^2}{\log_e x^2 + \log_e (x^2 - 44x + 484)} \, dx$. $$I = \int_6^{16} \frac{\log_e x^2}{\log_e x^2 + \log_e (x - 22)^2} \, dx \ldots (1)$$ We know $$\int_a^b f(x) \, dx = \int_a^b f(a + b - x) \, dx (king)$$ So $I = \int_6^{16} \frac{\log_e (22 - x)^2}{\log_e (22 - x)^2 + \log_e (22 - (22 - x))^2} \, dx$. $$I = \int_6^{16} \frac{\log_e (22 - x)^2}{\log_e x^2 + \log_e (22 - x)^2} \, dx \ldots (2)$$ Adding (1) and (2), $$2I = \int_6^{16} 1 \cdot \, dx = 10$$ Therefore, $I = 5$.

Question 20

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

A wire of length 20 m is to be cut into two pieces. One of the pieces is to be made into a square and the other into a regular hexagon. Then the length of the side (in meters) of the hexagon, so that the combined area of the square and the hexagon is minimum, is:

  1. $\frac{5}{2+\sqrt{3}}$
  2. $\frac{10}{2+3\sqrt{3}}$
  3. $\frac{5}{3+\sqrt{3}}$
  4. $\frac{10}{3+2\sqrt{3}}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Let the wire be cut into two pieces of length $x$ and $20 - x$. Area of square $= \left( \frac{x}{4} \right)^2$ Area of regular hexagon $= 6 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} \left( \frac{20-x}{6} \right)^2$ Total area $= A(x) = \frac{x^2}{16} + \frac{3\sqrt{3}}{2} \frac{(20-x)^2}{36}$ $A'(x) = \frac{2x}{16} + \frac{3\sqrt{3} \times 2}{2 \times 36} (20-x)(-1)$ $A'(x) = 0$ at $x = \frac{40\sqrt{3}}{3+2\sqrt{3}}$ Length of side of regular Hexagon $= \frac{1}{6} (20 - x)$ $= \frac{1}{6} \left( 20 - \frac{4 \cdot \sqrt{3}}{3+2\sqrt{3}} \right)$ $= \frac{10}{2+2\sqrt{3}}$

Question 21

Maths · Vector Algebra · Numerical

Let \[ \vec{a}=\hat{i}+5\hat{j}+\alpha\hat{k}, \] \[ \vec{b}=\hat{i}+3\hat{j}+\beta\hat{k}, \] and \[ \vec{c}=-\hat{i}+2\hat{j}-3\hat{k} \] be three vectors such that \[ |\vec{b}\times\vec{c}|=5\sqrt{3} \] and $\vec{a}$ is perpendicular to $\vec{b}$. Then the greatest among the values of \[ |\vec{a}|^2 \] is \[ \underline{\hspace{2cm}}. \]

Answer: 90

Solution

Since, $\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b} = 0$ $$1 + 15 + \alpha \beta = 0 \implies \alpha \beta = -16 \ldots (1)$$ Also, $$|\vec{b} \times \vec{c}|^2 = 75 \implies (10 + \beta^2) \cdot 14 - (5 - 3\beta)^2 = 75$$ $$\implies 5\beta^2 + 30\beta + 40 = 0$$ $$\implies \beta = -4, -2$$ $$\implies \alpha = 4, 8$$ $$\implies |\vec{a}|^2_{\max} = (26 + \alpha^2)_{\max} = 90$$

Question 22

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

The number of distinct real roots of the equation $3x^4 + 4x^3 - 12x^2 + 4 = 0$ is .

Answer: 4

Solution

$3x^4+4x^3-12x^2+4=0$ So, let $f(x)=3x^4+4x^3-12x^2+4$ $\therefore\ f'(x)=12x(x^2+x-2)$ $=12x(x+2)(x-1)$

Question 23

Maths · Conic Sections · Fill in the blank

Let the equation $x^2 + y^2 + px + (1-p)y + 5 = 0$ represent circles of varying radius $r \in (0,5]$. Then the number of elements in the set $S=\{q:q=p^2 \text{ and } q \text{ is an integer}\}$ is:

Answer: 61

Solution

Given $$r = \sqrt{\frac{p^2}{4} + \frac{(1-p)^2}{4} - 5} = \frac{\sqrt{2p^2 - 2p - 19}}{2}$$ Since, $$r \in (0, 5]$$ So, $$0 < 2p^2 - 2p - 19 \leq 100$$ $$\Rightarrow p \in \left[ \frac{1 - \sqrt{239}}{2}, \frac{1 - \sqrt{39}}{2} \right) \cup \left( \frac{1 + \sqrt{39}}{2}, \frac{1 + \sqrt{239}}{2} \right]$$ so, number of integral values of $$p^2$$ is 61

Question 24

Maths · Sets · Numerical

If $A = \{ x \in \mathbb{R} : |x - 2| > 1 \}$, $B = \{ x \in \mathbb{R} : \sqrt{x^2 - 3} > 1 \}$, $C = \{ x \in \mathbb{R} : |x - 4| \geq 2 \}$ and $Z$ is the set of all integers, then the number of subsets of the set $(A \cap B \cap C)^C \cap Z$ is .

Answer: 256

Solution

Given $$A = (-\infty, 1) \cup (3, \infty)$$ $$B = (-\infty, -2) \cup (2, \infty)$$ $$C = (-\infty, 2] \cup [6, \infty)$$ So, $$A \cap B \cap C = (-\infty, -2) \cup [6, \infty)$$ $$\mathbb{Z} \cap (A \cap B \cap C)' = \{-2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\}$$ Hence no. of its subsets = $2^8 = 256$.

Question 25

Maths · Integrals · Numerical

If $\int\frac{\mathrm{d}x}{(x^2 + x + 1)^2}$ = a $\tan^{-1}(\frac{2x + 1}{\sqrt{3}})$ + b $(\frac{2x + 1}{x^2 + x + 1})$ + C x > 0 where C is the constant of integration, then the value of 9($\sqrt{3}$a + b) is equal to .

Answer: 15

Solution

Given $$I = \int \frac{dx}{\left[ \left( x + \frac{1}{2} \right)^2 + \frac{3}{4} \right]^2}$$ Substitute $x + \frac{1}{2} = t$: $$\int \frac{dt}{\left( t^2 + \frac{3}{4} \right)^2}$$ Substitute $t = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \tan \theta$: $$= \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \int \frac{\sec^2 \theta \, d\theta}{\frac{9}{16} \sec^4 \theta}$$ $$= \frac{4 \sqrt{3}}{9} \int (1 + \cos 2\theta) d\theta$$ $$= \frac{4 \sqrt{3}}{9} \left[ \theta + \frac{\sin 2\theta}{2} \right] + c$$ Substitute back: $$= \frac{4 \sqrt{3}}{9} \left[ \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{2x+1}{\sqrt{3}} \right) + \frac{\sqrt{3}(2x+1)}{3+(2x+1)^2} \right] + c$$ $$= \frac{4 \sqrt{3}}{9} \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{2x+1}{\sqrt{3}} \right) + \frac{1}{3} \left( \frac{2x+1}{x^2+x+1} \right) + c$$ Hence, $9(\sqrt{3}a + b) = 15$

Question 26

Maths · Determinants · Numerical

If the system of linear equations $$2x + y - z = 3$$ $$x - y - z = \alpha$$ $$3x + 3y + \beta z = 3$$ has infinitely many solution, then $\alpha + \beta - \alpha \beta$ is equal to .

Answer: 5

Solution

2 $\times$ (i) - (ii) - (iii) gives: $$-(1 + \beta)z = 3 - \alpha$$ For infinitely many solution $$\beta + 1 = 0 = 3 - \alpha \implies (\alpha, \beta) = (3, -1)$$ Hence, $$\alpha + \beta - \alpha \beta = 5$$

Question 27

Maths · Statistics · Numerical

Let n be an odd natural number such that the variance of 1, 2, 3, 4, $\ldots$, n is 14. Then n is equal to .

Answer: 13

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{n^2 - 1}{12}$ = 14 $\)$. Solving for $\($ n $\)$, we find $\($ n = 13 $\)$.

Question 28

Maths · Conic Sections · Numerical

If the minimum area of the triangle formed by a tangent to the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{b^2} + \frac{y^2}{4a^2} = 1$ and the co-ordinate axis is $kab$, then $k$ is equal to .

Answer: 2

Solution

Tangent $$\frac{x \cos \theta}{b} + \frac{y \sin \theta}{2a} = 1$$ So, area ($\($$\triangle$ OAB$\)$) = $\($$\frac{1}{2}$ $\times$ $\frac{b}{\cos \theta}$ $\times$ $\frac{2a}{\sin \theta}$$\)$ $$= \frac{2ab}{\sin 2\theta} \geq 2ab$$ $\($$\Rightarrow$ k = 2$\)$

Question 29

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Numerical

A number is called a palindrome if it reads the same backward as well as forward. For example 285582 is a six digit palindrome. The number of six digit palindromes, which are divisible by 55, is .

Answer: 100

Solution

It is always divisible by 5 and 11. So, required number $= 10 \times 10 = 100$.

Question 30

Maths · Differential Equations · Numerical

If $y^{1/4} + y^{-1/4} = 2x$, and $(x^2 - 1) \frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} + \alpha x \frac{dy}{dx} + \beta y = 0$ then $|\alpha - \beta|$ is equal to.

Answer: 17

Solution

Given $y^{\frac{1}{4}} + \frac{1}{y^{\frac{1}{4}}} = 2x$. This implies $$\left(y^{\frac{1}{4}}\right)^2 - 2xy^{\left(\frac{1}{4}\right)} + 1 = 0$$ which gives $$y^{\frac{1}{4}} = x + \sqrt{x^2 - 1} or x - \sqrt{x^2 - 1}.$$ So, $$\frac{1}{4} \cdot \frac{1}{y^{\frac{3}{4}}} \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} = 1 + \frac{-x}{\sqrt{x^2 - 1}}.$$ This implies $$\frac{1}{4} \cdot \frac{1}{y^{3/4}} \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{4} \cdot \frac{1}{\sqrt{x^2 - 1}}.$$ Thus, $$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{4y}{\sqrt{x^2 - 1}} \ldots (1).$$ Hence, $$\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 4 \left(\frac{\sqrt{x^2 - 1} \cdot y' - \frac{yx}{\sqrt{x^2 - 1}}}{x^2 - 1}\right) = 4 \left(\frac{x^2 - 1}{(x^2 - 1)}y' - \frac{xy}{\sqrt{x^2 - 1}}\right).$$ Therefore, $$(x^2 - 1) y'' = 4 \left(\sqrt{x^2 - 1}y' - \frac{xy}{\sqrt{x^2 - 1}}\right).$$ This implies $$(x^2 - 1) y'' = 4 \left(4y - \frac{xy'}{4}\right) (from I).$$ Thus, $$(x^2 - 1) y'' + xy' - 16y = 0.$$ So, $|\alpha - \beta| = 17.$

Physics

Question 31

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

A uniformly charged disc of radius $R$ having surface charge density $\sigma$ is placed in the $xy$ plane with its center at the origin. Find the electric field intensity along the $z$-axis at a distance $Z$ from origin :-

  1. $\mathbf{E} = \frac{\sigma}{2\varepsilon_0} \left( 1 - \frac{Z}{(Z^2 + R^2)^{1/2}} \right)$
  2. $\mathbf{E} = \frac{\sigma}{2\varepsilon_0} \left( 1 + \frac{Z}{(Z^2 + R^2)^{1/2}} \right)$
  3. $\mathbf{E} = \frac{2\varepsilon_0}{\sigma} \left( \frac{1}{(Z^2 + R^2)^{1/2}} + Z \right)$
  4. $\mathbf{E} = \frac{\sigma}{2\varepsilon_0} \left( \frac{1}{(Z^2 + R^2)} + \frac{1}{Z^2} \right)$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Consider a small ring of radius $r$ and thickness $dr$ on disc. Area of elemental ring on disc $$dA = 2\pi r \, dr$$ Charge on this ring $dq = \sigma dA$ $$dE_z = \frac{k dq z}{(z^2 + r^2)^{3/2}}$$ $$E = \int_0^R dE_z = \frac{\sigma}{2\varepsilon_0} \left[ 1 - \frac{z}{\sqrt{R^2 + z^2}} \right]$$

Question 32

Physics · Nuclei · Single correct

There are $10^{10}$ radioactive nuclei in a given radioactive element, Its half-life time is 1 minute. How many nuclei will remain after 30 seconds ?( $\sqrt{2} = 1.414$)

  1. $2 \times 10^{10}$
  2. $7 \times 10^{9}$
  3. $10^{5}$
  4. $4 \times 10^{10}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{N}{N_0}$ = $\left$( $\frac{1}{2}$ $\right$)^{$\frac{1}{412}$} $\)$. $\($ $\frac{N}{10^{10}}$ = $\left$( $\frac{1}{2}$ $\right$)^{$\frac{30}{60}$} $\)$ $\($ N = 10^{10} $\times$ $\left$( $\frac{1}{2}$ $\right$)^{$\frac{1}{2}$} = $\frac{10^{10}}{\sqrt{2}}$ $\approx$ 7 $\times$ $10^9$\)

Question 33

Physics · Physical World, Units and Measurements · Single correct

Which of the following is not a dimensionless quantity?

  1. Relative magnetic permeability ($\mu_r$)
  2. Power factor
  3. Permeability of free space ($\mu_0$)
  4. Quality factor

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $[\mu_r] = 1$ as $\mu_r = \frac{\mu}{\mu_m}$. $[power factor (\cos \phi)] = 1$. $\mu_0 = \frac{B_0}{H} \left( unit = \mathrm{NA^{-2}} \right)$: Not dimensionless. $[\mu_0] = [\mathrm{MLT^{-2} A^{-2}}]$. Quality factor $(Q) = \frac{Energy stored}{Energy dissipated per cycle}$. So $Q$ is unitless $\&$ dimensionless.

Question 34

Physics · Physical World, Units and Measurements · Single correct

If E and H represents the intensity of electric field and magnetising field respectively, then the unit of E/H will be :

  1. ohm
  2. mho
  3. joule
  4. newton

Answer: (a)

Solution

Unit of $\frac{\mathbf{E}}{\mathbf{H}}$ is $$\frac{volt / metre}{Ampere / metre} = \frac{volt}{Ampere} = ohm$$

Question 35

Physics · Mathematics in Physics · Single correct

The resultant of these forces $\overrightarrow{OP}$, $\overrightarrow{OQ}$, $\overrightarrow{OR}$, $\overrightarrow{OS}$ and $\overrightarrow{OT}$ is approximately ..... N. [Take $\sqrt{3} = 1.7$, $\sqrt{2} = 1.4$ Given $\hat{i}$ and $\hat{j}$ unit vectors along $x$, $y$ axis ]

  1. $9.25\hat{i} + 5\hat{j}$
  2. $3\hat{i} + 15\hat{j}$
  3. $2.5\hat{i} - 14.5\hat{j}$
  4. $-1.5\hat{i} - 15.5\hat{j}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

The vector $\vec{F}_x$ is calculated as follows: $$\vec{F}_x = \left( 10 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} + 20 \left( \frac{1}{2} \right) + 20 \left( \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \right) - 15 \left( \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \right) - 15 \left( \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \right) \right) \hat{i}$$ which simplifies to $$= 9.25 \hat{i}$$ The vector $\vec{F}_y$ is calculated as follows: $$\vec{F}_y = \left( 15 \left( \frac{1}{2} \right) + 20 \left( \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \right) + 10 \left( \frac{1}{2} \right) - 15 \left( \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \right) - 20 \left( \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \right) \right) \hat{j}$$ which simplifies to $$= 5 \hat{j}$$

Question 36

Physics · Kinetic Theory · Single correct

A balloon carries a total load of 185 kg at normal pressure and temperature of $27^\circ \mathrm{C}$. What load will the balloon carry on rising to a height at which the barometric pressure is $45 \mathrm{cm}$ of Hg and the temperature is $-7^\circ \mathrm{C}$. Assuming the volume constant?

  1. 181.46 kg
  2. 214.15 kg
  3. 219.07 kg
  4. 123.54 kg

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $P_m = \rho RT$. Therefore, $\[$ $\frac{P_1}{P_2}$ = $\frac{\rho_1 T_1}{\rho_2 T_2}$ $\]$ $\[$ $\frac{\rho_1}{\rho_2}$ $\Rightarrow$ $\frac{P_1 T_2}{P_2 T_1}$ = $\left$( $\frac{76}{45}$ $\right$) $\times$ $\frac{266}{300}$ $\]$ $\[$ $\frac{\rho_1}{\rho_2}$ $\Rightarrow$ $\frac{M_1}{M_2}$ = $\frac{76 \times 266}{45 \times 300}$ $\]$ Therefore, $\[$ M_2 $\Rightarrow$ $\frac{45 \times 300 \times 185}{76 \times 266}$ = 123.54 $\,$ $\mathrm{kg}$ $\]$

Question 37

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Single correct

An object is placed beyond the centre of curvature C of the given concave mirror. If the distance of the object is $d_1$ from C and the distance of the image formed is $d_2$ from C, the radius of curvature of this mirror is:

  1. $\frac{2 \, d_1 \, d_2}{d_1 - d_2}$
  2. $\frac{2 \, d_1 \, d_2}{d_1 + d_2}$
  3. $\frac{d_1 \, d_2}{d_1 + d_2}$
  4. $\frac{d_1 \, d_2}{d_1 - d_2}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Using Newton's formula $$(f + d_1)(f - d_2) = f^2$$ $$f^2 + fd_1 - fd_2 - d_1d_2 = f^2$$ $$f = \frac{d_1d_2}{d_1 - d_2}$$ Therefore, $$R = \frac{2d_1d_2}{d_1 - d_2}$$

Question 38

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Single correct

A huge circular arc of length 4.4 ly subtends an angle '4s' at the centre of the circle. How long it would take for a body to complete 4 revolution if its speed is 8 AU per second ?

  1. $4.1 \times 10^{8}\,\mathrm{s}$
  2. $4.5 \times 10^{10}\,\mathrm{s}$
  3. $3.5 \times 10^{6}\,\mathrm{s}$
  4. $7.2 \times 10^{8}\,\mathrm{s}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $R = \frac{\ell}{\theta}$. Time $= \frac{4 \times 2 \pi R}{v} = \frac{4 \times 2 \pi}{v} \left( \frac{\ell}{\theta} \right)$. Put $\ell = 4.4 \times 9.46 \times 10^{15}$, $v = 8 \times 1.5 \times 10^{11}$, $\theta = \frac{4}{3600} \times \frac{\pi}{180} \, \mathrm{rad}$. We get time $= 4.5 \times 10^{10} \, \mathrm{sec}$.

Question 39

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Single correct

Calculate the amount of charge on capacitor of $4\mu\mathrm{F}$. The internal resistance of battery is $1\Omega$ :

  1. $8\mu\mathrm{C}$
  2. zero
  3. $16\mu\mathrm{C}$
  4. $4\mu\mathrm{C}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

On simplifying the circuit we get no current in the upper wire. Therefore, $V_{AB} = \frac{5}{4+1} \times 4 = 4 \, \mathrm{V}$. Therefore, $\theta = (C_{eq}) \, v$ $$\Rightarrow 2 \times 4 = 8 \, \mu \mathrm{C}$$

Question 40

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Single correct

Moment of inertia of a square plate of side $l$ about the axis passing through one of the corner and perpendicular to the plane of square plate is given by:

  1. $\frac{Ml^2}{6}$
  2. $Ml^2$
  3. $\frac{Ml^2}{12}$
  4. $\frac{2}{3}Ml^2$

Answer: (d)

Solution

According to perpendicular Axis theorem. $$I_x + I_y = I_z$$ $$I_z = \frac{m \ell^2}{3} + \frac{m \ell^2}{3}$$ $$= \frac{2 m \ell^2}{3}$$

Question 41

Physics · Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits · Single correct

For a transistor in CE mode to be used as an amplifier, it must be operated in:

  1. Both cut-off and Saturation
  2. Saturation region only
  3. Cut-off region only
  4. The active region only

Answer: (d)

Solution

Active region of the CE transistor is linear region and is best suited for its use as an amplifier.

Question 42

Physics · Thermal Properties of Matter · Single correct

An ideal gas is expanding such that $PT^3 = constant$. The coefficient of volume expansion of the gas is :

  1. $\frac{1}{T}$
  2. $\frac{2}{T}$
  3. $\frac{4}{T}$
  4. $\frac{3}{T}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $P I^3 = constant$ and $\left( \frac{n R T}{V} \right) T^3 = constant$. Also, $T^4 V^{-1} = constant$ and $T^4 = kV$. This implies $$4 \frac{\Delta T}{T} = \frac{\Delta V}{V} \ldots (1)$$ $$\Delta V = V \gamma \Delta T \ldots (2)$$ Comparing (1) and (2) we get $$\gamma = \frac{4}{T}$$

Question 43

Physics · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter · Single correct

In a photoelectric experiment, increasing the intensity of incident light:

  1. increases the number of photons incident and also increases the K.E. of the ejected electrons
  2. increases the frequency of photons incident and increases the K.E. of the ejected electrons.
  3. increases the frequency of photons incident and the K.E. of the ejected electrons remains unchanged
  4. increases the number of photons incident and the K.E. of the ejected electrons remains unchanged

Answer: (d)

Solution

Increasing intensity means number of incident photons are increased. Kinetic energy of ejected electrons depend on the frequency of incident photons, not the intensity.

Question 44

Physics · Electromagnetic Induction · Single correct

A bar magnet is passing through a conducting loop of radius $R$ with velocity $v$. The radius of the bar magnet is such that it just passes through the loop. The induced e.m.f. in the loop can be represented by the approximate curve:

Answer: (c)

Solution

When the magnet passes through the centre region of the solenoid, no current or emf is induced in the loop. While entering, the flux increases, so there is a negative induced emf. While leaving, the flux decreases, so there is a positive induced emf.

Question 45

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

Two ions of masses 4 amu and 16 amu have charges +2e and +3e respectively. These ions pass through the region of constant perpendicular magnetic field. The kinetic energy of both ions is same. Then :

  1. lighter ion will be deflected less than heavier ion
  2. lighter ion will be deflected more than heavier ion
  3. both ions will be deflected equally
  4. no ion will be deflected.

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given they have same kinetic energy $$r \propto \frac{\sqrt{m}}{q}$$ $$\frac{r_1}{r_2} = \frac{\sqrt{4}}{2} \times \frac{3}{\sqrt{16}} = \frac{3}{4}$$ $$r_2 = \frac{4r_1}{3} ( r_2 is for heavier ion and r_1 is for lighter ion)$$ $$\sin \theta = \frac{d}{R}$$ $\($ $\theta$ $\rightarrow$ Deflection $\)$ $$\theta \propto \frac{1}{R}$$ (R $\rightarrow$ Radius of path) Therefore, $\($ R_2 > R_1 $\Rightarrow$ $\theta$_2 < $\theta$_1 $\)$

Question 46

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Single correct

Find the distance of the image from object O, formed by the combination of lenses in the figure:

  1. 75 cm
  2. 10 cm
  3. 20 cm
  4. infinity

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given \[ \frac{1}{V_1} + \frac{1}{30} = \frac{1}{10}. \] Therefore, \[ \frac{1}{V_1} = \frac{1}{10} - \frac{1}{30} = \frac{3-1}{30} = \frac{2}{30} = \frac{1}{15}. \] Hence, \[ V_1 = 15\,\mathrm{cm}. \] Also, \[ \frac{1}{V_2} - \frac{1}{10} = -\frac{1}{10}. \] Therefore, \[ \frac{1}{V_2} = 0, \] which implies \[ V_2 = \infty. \] Finally, \[ OV_3 = 75\,\mathrm{cm}. \]

Question 47

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Fluids · Single correct

In Millikan's oil drop experiment, what is viscous force acting on an uncharged drop of radius $2.0 \times 10^{-5} \, \mathrm{m}$ and density $1.2 \times 10^{3} \, \mathrm{kgm}^{-3}$? Take viscosity of liquid $= 1.8 \times 10^{-5} \, \mathrm{Nsm}^{-2}$. (Neglect buoyancy due to air).

  1. $3.8 \times 10^{-11} \, \mathrm{N}$
  2. $3.9 \times 10^{-10} \, \mathrm{N}$
  3. $1.8 \times 10^{-10} \, \mathrm{N}$
  4. $5.8 \times 10^{-10} \, \mathrm{N}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Viscous force equals Weight. $$S = \rho \times \left( \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3 \right) g$$ $$= 3.9 \times 10^{-10}$$

Question 48

Physics · Electromagnetic Waves · Single correct

Electric field in a plane electromagnetic wave is given by $E = 50 \sin(500x - 10 \times 10^{10}t) \, \mathrm{V/m}$ The velocity of electromagnetic wave in this medium is : (Given $C =$ speed of light in vacuum)

  1. $\frac{3}{2}C$
  2. $C$
  3. $\frac{2}{3}C$
  4. $\frac{C}{2}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\($ V = $\frac{\omega}{K}$ = $\frac{10 \times 10^{10}}{500}$ = 2 $\times$ 10^8 $\)$. $\($ V = $\frac{2C}{3}$ $\)$.

Question 49

Physics · Current Electricity · Single correct

Five identical cells each of internal resistance $1\,\Omega$ and emf $5\,\mathrm{V}$ are connected in series and in parallel with an external resistance ' $R$ '. For what value of ' $R$ ', current in series and parallel combination will remain the same?

  1. $1\,\Omega$
  2. $25\,\Omega$
  3. $5\,\Omega$
  4. $10\,\Omega$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $$i_1 = \frac{25}{5 + R}$$ $$i_2 = \frac{5}{R + \frac{1}{5}}$$ Equating $i_1$ and $i_2$ gives: $$5 \left( R + \frac{1}{5} \right) = 5 + R$$ Simplifying, we have: $$4R = 4$$ Therefore, $$R = 1 \, \Omega$$

Question 50

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

The variation of displacement with time of a particle executing free simple harmonic motion is shown in the figure. The potential energy $U(x)$ versus time $(t)$ plot of the particle is correctly shown in figure:

Answer: (d)

Solution

Potential energy is maximum at maximum distance from mean.

Question 51

Physics · Gravitation · Numerical

A body of mass (2M) splits into four masses $\{$m, M - m, m, M - m$\}$, which are rearranged to form a square as shown in the figure. The ratio of $\frac{M}{m}$ for which, the gravitational potential energy of the system becomes maximum is $x : 1$. The value of $x$ is $\ldots$$\ldots$

Answer: 2

Solution

Energy is maximum when mass is split equally so $$\frac{M}{m} = 2$$

Question 52

Physics · Alternating Current · Numerical

The alternating current is given by $$i = \left\{ \sqrt{42} \sin \left( \frac{2\pi}{T} t \right) + 10 \right\} \, \mathrm{A}$$ The r.m.s. value of this current is ..... A.

Answer: 11

Solution

Given $f_{rms}^2 = f_{1 ms}^2 + f_{2 ms}^2$. $$= \left( \frac{\sqrt{42}}{\sqrt{2}} \right)^2 + 10^2$$ $$= 121 \Rightarrow f_{ms} = 11 \, A$$

Question 53

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Numerical

A uniform conducting wire of length $24a$, and resistance $R$ is wound up as a current carrying coil in the shape of an equilateral triangle of side '$a$' and then in the form of a square of side '$a$'. The coil is connected to a voltage source $V_0$. The ratio of magnetic moment of the coils in case of equilateral triangle to that for square is $1 : \sqrt{y}$ where $y$ is

Answer: 3

Solution

In triangle shape $N_t = \frac{24a}{3a} = 8$ In square $N_s = \frac{24a}{4a} = 6$ $$\frac{M_t}{M_3} = \frac{N_t I A_t}{N_s I A_s} [I will be same in both]$$ $$= \frac{8 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} \times a^2}{6 \times a^2}$$ $$\frac{M_t}{M_s} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$$ $y = 3$

Question 54

Physics · Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits · Numerical

A circuit is arranged as shown in figure. The output voltage $V_0$ is equal to $\ldots$$\ldots$$\ldots$ V

Answer: 5

Solution

As diodes $D_1$ and $D_2$ are in forward bias, so they acted as negligible resistances $\Rightarrow$ Input voltage become zero $\Rightarrow$ Input current is zero $\Rightarrow$ Output current is zero $\Rightarrow V_0 = 5$ volt

Question 55

Physics · Current Electricity · Numerical

First, a set of $n$ equal resistors of $10 \, \Omega$ each are connected in series to a battery of emf $20 \, \mathrm{V}$ and internal resistance $10 \, \Omega$. A current $I$ is observed to flow. Then, the $n$ resistors are connected in parallel to the same battery. It is observed that the current is increased 20 times, then the value of $n$ is .

Answer: 20

Solution

In series $$R_{eq} = nR = 10n$$ $$i_s = \frac{20}{10 + 10n} = \frac{2}{1+n}$$ In parallel $$R_{eq} = \frac{10}{n}$$ $$i_p = \frac{20}{\frac{10}{n} + 10} = \frac{2n}{1+n}$$ $$\frac{i_p}{i_s} = 20$$ $$\left(\frac{2n}{1+n}\right) = 20$$ $$\left(\frac{2}{1+n}\right) = 20$$ $$n = 20$$

Question 56

Physics · Waves · Numerical

Two cars $X$ and $Y$ are approaching each other with velocities $36 \, \mathrm{km/h}$ and $72 \, \mathrm{km/h}$ respectively. The frequency of a whistle sound as emitted by a passenger in car $X$, heard by the passenger in car $Y$ is $1320 \, \mathrm{Hz}$. If the velocity of sound in air is $340 \, \mathrm{m/s}$, the actual frequency of the whistle sound produced is $\ldots$ $\ldots$ $\ldots$ $\ldots$ $\ldots$ $\ldots$ $\mathrm{Hz}$

Answer: 1210

Solution

Given $V_x = 36 \, \mathrm{km/hr} = 10 \, \mathrm{m/s}$ and $V_y = 72 \, \mathrm{km/hr} = 20 \, \mathrm{m/s}$. By Doppler's effect, $$F' = F_0 \left( \frac{V \pm V_0}{V \pm V_s} \right)$$ $$1320 = F_0 \left( \frac{340 + 20}{340 - 10} \right) \Rightarrow F_0 = 1210 \, \mathrm{Hz}$$

Question 57

Physics · Motion in a Straight Line · Fill in the blank

If the velocity of a body related to displacement $x$ is given by $v=\sqrt{5000+24x}\,\mathrm{m\,s^{-1}}$, then the acceleration of the body is $\ldots\ldots\ldots\,\mathrm{m\,s^{-2}}$.

Answer: 12

Solution

Given $V = \sqrt{5000 + 24x}$. $$\frac{dV}{dx} = \frac{1}{2\sqrt{5000 + 24x}} \times 24 = \frac{12}{\sqrt{5000 + 24x}}$$ Now $a = V \frac{dV}{dx}$ $$= \sqrt{5000 + 24x} \times \frac{12}{\sqrt{5000 + 24x}}$$ $$a = 12 \, \mathrm{m/s^2}$$

Question 58

Physics · Thermal Properties of Matter · Numerical

A rod CD of thermal resistance $10.0 \, \mathrm{KW}^{-1}$ is joined at the middle of an identical rod AB as shown in figure, The end A, B and D are maintained at $200^\circ \mathrm{C}$, $100^\circ \mathrm{C}$ and $125^\circ \mathrm{C}$ respectively. The heat current in CD is P watt. The value of P is . . . . . .

Answer: 2

Solution

Rods are identical so $$R_{AB} = R_{CD} = 10 \, \mathrm{kW^{-1}}$$ C is mid-point of AB, so $$R_{AC} = R_{CB} = 5 \, \mathrm{kW^{-1}}$$ at point C $$\frac{200 - T}{5} = \frac{T - 125}{10} + \frac{T - 100}{5}$$ $$2(200 - T) = T - 125 + 2(T - 100)$$ $$400 - 2T = T - 125 + 2T - 200$$ $$T = \frac{725}{5} = 145^\circ \mathrm{C}$$ $$I_h = \frac{145 - 125}{10} \, \mathrm{w} = \frac{20}{10} \, \mathrm{w}$$ $$I_h = 2 \, \mathrm{w}$$

Question 59

Physics · Work, Energy and Power · Numerical

Two persons A and B perform same amount of work in moving a body through a certain distance $d$ with application of forces acting at angle $45^\circ$ and $60^\circ$ with the direction of displacement respectively. The ratio of force applied by person A to the force applied by person B is $\frac{1}{\sqrt{x}}$. The value of $x$ is

Answer: 2

Solution

Given $W_A = W_B$. $F_A d \cos 45^\circ = F_B d \cos 60^\circ$. $F_A \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = F_B \times \frac{1}{2}$. $$\frac{F_A}{F_B} = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{2} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$$ $x = 2$

Question 60

Physics · Communication Systems · Numerical

A transmitting antenna has a height of 320 m and that of receiving antenna is 2000 m. The maximum distance between them for satisfactory communication in line of sight mode is 'd'. The value of 'd' is ........ km.

Answer: 224

Solution

Given $$d_m = \sqrt{2 R h_T} + \sqrt{2 R h_R}$$ $$d_m = \left( \sqrt{2 \times 6400 \times 10^3 \times 320} + \sqrt{2 \times 6400 \times 10^3 \times 2000} \right) \, \mathrm{m}$$ $$d_m = 224 \, \mathrm{km}$$

Chemistry

Question 61

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

In the following sequence of reactions, the final product D is:

  1. ${H_3C-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-\overset{\Vert}{C}-H}$
  2. CH_3 - CH = CH - CH_2 - CH_2 - CH_2 - COOH
  3. H_3C - CH = CH - CH(OH) - CH_2 - CH_2 - CH_3
  4. ${CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-\overset{\Vert}{C}-CH_3}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

The reaction starts with $\mathrm{CH_3-C\equiv CH}$ reacting with $\mathrm{NaNH_2}$ to form $\mathrm{CH_3-C\equiv C^- Na^+ + NH_3}$ (A). This intermediate reacts with $\mathrm{BrCH_2CH(OH)CH_3}$ to form $\mathrm{CH_3-C\equiv C-CH_2-CH(OH)-CH_3}$ (B). Hydrogenation with $\mathrm{H_2/Pd-C}$ converts it to $\mathrm{CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-CH(OH)-CH_3}$ (C). Finally, oxidation with $\mathrm{CrO_3}$ yields $\mathrm{CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-C(=O)-CH_3}$ (D).

Question 62

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The structure of the starting compound $P$ used in the reaction given below is:

Answer: (a)

Solution

NaOCl is used in haloform reaction as reagent.

Question 63

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

Match List-I with List-II \begin{tabular}{|c|l|c|l|} \hline \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{List-I} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{List-II} \\ \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{(Species)} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{(Number of lone pairs of electrons on the central atom)} \\ \hline (a) & XeF$_2$ & (i) & 0 \\ \hline (b) & XeO$_2$F$_2$ & (ii) & 1 \\ \hline (c) & XeO$_3$F$_2$ & (iii) & 2 \\ \hline (d) & XeF$_4$ & (iv) & 3 \\ \hline \end{tabular} Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

  1. (a)--(iv), $(b)$--(i), $(c)$--(ii), (d)--(iii)
  2. (a)--(iii), (b)--(iv), $(c)$--(ii), (d)--(i)
  3. (a)--(iii), (b)--(ii), $(c)$--(iv), (d)--(i)
  4. (a)--(iv), (b)--(ii), $(c)$--(i), (d)--(iii)

Answer: (d)

Solution

Question 64

Chemistry · The p-Block Elements (Group-13 and 14) · Single correct

In which one of the following molecules strongest back donation of an electron pair from halide to boron is expected?

  1. $\mathrm{BCl}_3$
  2. $\mathrm{BF}_3$
  3. $\mathrm{BBr}_3$
  4. $\mathrm{BI}_3$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Type of back bonding $\mathrm{BF_3}$ $\hspace{1cm}$ $\mathrm{BCl}$ $\hspace{1cm}$ $\mathrm{BBr_3}$ $\hspace{1cm}$ $\mathrm{BI_3}$ $(2p\pi - 2p\pi)$ $\hspace{1cm}$ $(2p\pi - 3p\pi)$ $\hspace{1cm}$ $(2p\pi - 4p\pi)$ $\hspace{1cm}$ $(2p\pi - 5p\pi)$ Therefore back bonding strength is as follows $$\mathrm{BF_3 > BCl > BBr_3 > BI_3}$$

Question 65

Chemistry · Hydrogen · Single correct

Deuterium resembles hydrogen in properties but :

  1. reacts slower than hydrogen
  2. reacts vigorously than hydrogen
  3. reacts just as hydrogen
  4. emits $\beta^+$ particles

Answer: (a)

Solution

The bond dissociation energy of $\mathrm{D_2}$ is greater than $\mathrm{H_2}$ and therefore $\mathrm{D_2}$ reacts slower than $\mathrm{H_2}$.

Question 66

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

Which refining process is generally used in the purification of low melting metals?

  1. Chromatographic method
  2. Liquation
  3. Electrolysis
  4. Zone refining

Answer: (b)

Solution

Liquation method is used to purify those impure metals which has lower melting point than the melting point of impurities associated. Therefore, this method is used for metal having low melting point.

Question 67

Chemistry · Analytical Chemistry · Single correct

Match items of List - I with those of List - II: Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

  1. (a)- (ii), (b) - (i), (c) - (iii), (d) - (iv)
  2. (a)- (ii), (b) - (i), (c) - (iii), (d) - (iv)
  3. (a)- (iii), (b) - (iv), (c) - (ii), (d) - (i)
  4. (a)- (iv), (b) - (ii), (c) - (i), (d) - (iii)

Answer: (c)

Solution

(a) - (iii), (b) - (iv), (c) - (ii), (d) - (i)

Question 68

Chemistry · Chemistry in Everyday Life · Single correct

The correct statement about (A), (B), ($C$) and (D) is:

  1. (A) , (B) and ($C$) are narcotic analgesics
  2. (B) , ($C$) and (D) are tranquillizers
  3. and (D) are tranquillizers
  4. and ($C$) are tranquillizers

Answer: (d)

Solution

B and C are tranquilizers

Question 69

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The major product of the following reaction is:

Answer: (c)

Solution

Question 70

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Which of the following is not a correct statement for primary aliphatic amines?

  1. The intermolecular association in primary amines is less than the intermolecular association in secondary amines.
  2. Primary amines on treating with nitrous acid solution form corresponding alcohols except methyl amine.
  3. Primary amines are less basic than the secondary amines.
  4. Primary amines can be prepared by the Gabriel phthalimide synthesis.

Answer: (a)

Solution

The intermolecular association is more prominent in case of primary amines as compared to secondary, due to the availability of two hydrogen atoms.

Question 71

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Single correct

Acidic ferric chloride solution on treatment with excess of potassium ferrocyanide gives a Prussian blue coloured colloidal species. It is:

  1. $\mathrm{Fe_4[Fe(CN)_6]_3}$
  2. $\mathrm{K_5Fe[Fe(CN)_6]_2}$
  3. $\mathrm{HFe[Fe(CN)_6]}$
  4. $\mathrm{KFe[Fe(CN)_6]}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

\[ \begin{aligned} \mathrm{FeCl_3 + K_4[Fe(CN)_6]\ (excess)} \\ \downarrow \\ \mathrm{KFe[Fe(CN)_6]} \\ \text{Colloidal species} \end{aligned} \]

Question 72

Chemistry · Environmental Chemistry · Single correct

The gas 'A' is having very low reactivity reaches to stratosphere. It is non-toxic and non-flammable but dissociated by UV-radiations in stratosphere. The intermediates formed initially from the gas 'A' are :

  1. $\mathrm{ClO}^{\cdot} + {}^{\cdot}\mathrm{CF_2Cl}$
  2. $\mathrm{ClO}^{\cdot} + {}^{\cdot}\mathrm{CH_3}$
  3. ${}^{\cdot}\mathrm{CH_3} + {}^{\cdot}\mathrm{CF_2Cl}$
  4. ${}^{\cdot}\mathrm{Cl} + {}^{\cdot}\mathrm{CF_2Cl}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

In stratosphere CFCs get broken down by powerful UV radiations releasing Cl$^\bullet$ $\text{CF}_2\text{Cl}_2(\text{g}) \xrightarrow{\text{U.V.}} \text{Cl}^\bullet(\text{g}) + {}^\bullet\text{CF}_2\text{Cl}(\text{g})$

Question 73

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

The number of water molecules in gypsum, dead burnt plaster and plaster of paris, respectively are:

  1. 2,0 and 1
  2. 0.5,0 and 2
  3. 5,0 and 0.5
  4. 2,0 and 0.5

Answer: (d)

Solution

Gypsum - $\mathrm{CaSO_4} \cdot 2\mathrm{H_2O}$ Plaster of Paris - $\mathrm{CaSO_4} \cdot \frac{1}{2}\mathrm{H_2O}$ Dead burnt plaster - $\mathrm{CaSO_4}$

Question 74

Chemistry · The d-and f-Block Elements · Single correct

The nature of oxides $\mathrm{V_2O_3}$ and $\mathrm{CrO}$ is indexed as 'X' and 'Y' type respectively. The correct set of X and Y is:

  1. X = basic Y = amphoteric
  2. X = amphoteric Y = basic
  3. X = acidic Y = acidic
  4. X = basic Y = basic

Answer: (d)

Solution

$\mathrm{V_2O_3}$ basic $\mathrm{CrO}$ basic

Question 75

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Single correct

Out of following isomeric forms of uracil, which one is present in RNA ?

Answer: (d)

Solution

Isomeric form of uracil present in RNA.

Question 76

Chemistry · Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers · Single correct

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Synthesis of ethyl phenyl ether may be achieved by Williamson synthesis. Reason (R): Reaction of bromobenzene with sodium ethoxide yields ethyl phenyl ether. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

  1. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
  2. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
  3. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
  4. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A)

Answer: (b)

Solution

Sodium phenoxide reacts with ethyl bromide to form ethyl phenyl ether. The reaction involves the nucleophilic substitution of the bromide ion by the phenoxide ion. The partial double bond character in the bromobenzene ring makes it less reactive towards nucleophilic substitution. Therefore, the reaction proceeds with the formation of ethyl phenyl ether.

Question 77

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

In the following sequence of reactions the P is :

Answer: (a)

Solution

Question 78

Chemistry · States of Matter · Single correct

The unit of the van der Waals gas equation parameter 'a' in $\left( P + \frac{an^2}{V^2} \right) (V - nb) = nRT$ is :

  1. kg m s$^{-2}$
  2. dm$^3$ mol$^{-1}$
  3. kg m s$^{-1}$
  4. atm dm$^6$ mol$^{-2}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{an^2}{V^2}$ = atm $\Rightarrow$ a = atm $\times$ $\frac{dm^6}{mol^2}$ $\)$

Question 79

Chemistry · Redox Reactions · Single correct

In polythionic acid, $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{S}_x \mathrm{O}_6 (x = 3 to 5)$ the oxidation state(s) of sulphur is/are:

  1. +5 only
  2. +6 only
  3. +3 and +5 only
  4. 0 and +5 only

Answer: (d)

Solution

The structure shown is a polysulfate with the general formula $\mathrm{HO{-}S^{+5}{=}O{-}(S)_n{-}S^{+5}{=}O{-}OH}$, where $n = 1$ to $3$. Each sulfur atom is in the $+5$ oxidation state.

Question 80

Chemistry · Surface Chemistry · Single correct

Tyndall effect is more effectively shown by:

  1. true solution
  2. lyophilic colloid
  3. lyophobic colloid
  4. suspension

Answer: (c)

Solution

Tyndall effect is observed in lyophobic colloids.

Question 81

Chemistry · Organic Chemistry — Some Basic Principles & Techniques · Numerical

In Carius method for estimation of halogens, 0.2 g of an organic compound gave 0.188 g of AgBr. The percentage of bromine in the compound is ____. (Nearest integer) [Atomic mass : Ag = 108, Br = 80]

Answer: 40

Solution

The number of moles of AgBr is calculated as follows: $$n_{\mathrm{AgBr}} = \frac{0.188 \, \mathrm{g}}{188 \, \mathrm{g/mol}} = 10^{-3} \, \mathrm{mol}$$ Therefore, the number of moles of Br is equal to the number of moles of AgBr: $$n_{\mathrm{Br}} = n_{\mathrm{AgBr}} = 0.001 \, \mathrm{mol}$$ The mass of Br is calculated as: $$mass_{\mathrm{Br}} = (0.001 \times 80) \, \mathrm{gm} = 0.08 \, \mathrm{gm}$$ The mass percentage is calculated as: $$mass \% = \frac{0.08 \times 100}{0.2} = 40\%$$

Question 82

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Numerical

The reaction that occurs in a breath analyser, a device used to determine the alcohol level in a person's bloodstream, is $\mathrm{2K_2Cr_2O_7 + 8H_2SO_4 + 3C_2H_6O \rightarrow 2Cr_2(SO_4)_3 + 3C_2H_4O_2 + 2K_2SO_4 + 11H_2O}$ If the rate of appearance of $\mathrm{Cr_2(SO_4)_3}$ is $2.67\,\mathrm{mol\,min^{-1}}$ at a particular time, the rate of disappearance of $\mathrm{C_2H_6O}$ at the same time is _______ $\mathrm{mol\,min^{-1}}$. (Round off to the nearest integer.)

Answer: 4

Solution

Given (Q5, Option 4), $(\text{Rate of disappearance of }\mathrm{C_2H_6O})/3 = (\text{Rate of appearance of }\mathrm{Cr_2(SO_4)_3})/2$ $\Rightarrow$ Rate of disappearance of $\mathrm{C_2H_6O}$ $= (2.67 \times 3)/2\ \mathrm{mol\,min^{-1}}$ $= 4.005\ \mathrm{mol\,min^{-1}}$

Question 83

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Numerical

The kinetic energy of an electron in the second Bohr orbit of a hydrogen atom is equal to $\frac{h^2}{xma_0^2}$. The value of 10x is ____. ($a_0$ is radius of Bohr's orbit) (Nearest integer) [Given : $\pi = 3.14$]

Answer: 3155

Solution

Given $$mvr = \frac{nh}{2\pi}$$ K.E. = $$\frac{n^2 h^2}{8\pi^2 m r^2} = \frac{4h^2}{8\pi^2 m (4a_0)^2}$$ = $$\left(\frac{4}{8\pi^2 \times 16}\right) \frac{h^2}{ma_0^2}$$ $$\Rightarrow x = 315.507$$ $$\Rightarrow 10x = 3155 (nearest integer)$$

Question 84

Chemistry · Solutions · Numerical

1 kg of 0.75 molal aqueous solution of sucrose can be cooled up to $-4^\circ C$ before freezing. The amount of ice (in g) that will be separated out is . (Nearest integer) [Given : $K_f (H_2O) = 1.86 K kg mol^{-1}$]

Answer: 518

Solution

Let mass of water initially present = $x$ gm. Mass of sucrose = $(1000 - x)$ gm. Moles of sucrose = $\left( \frac{1000-x}{342} \right)$. $$0.75 = \frac{\left( \frac{1000-x}{342} \right)}{\left( \frac{x}{1000} \right)} \Rightarrow \frac{x}{1000} = \frac{1000-x}{342 \times 0.75}$$ $$256.5x = 10^6 - 1000x$$ $$x = 795.86 gm$$ Moles of sucrose = $0.5969$. New mass of $\mathrm{H_2O} = a$ kg. $$4 = \frac{0.5969}{a} \times 1.86 \Rightarrow a = 0.2775 kg$$ Ice separated = $(795.86 - 277.5) = 518.3$ gm.

Question 85

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Numerical

1 mol of an octahedral metal complex with formula $\mathrm{MCl}_3 \cdot 2 \mathrm{L}$ on reaction with excess of $\mathrm{AgNO}_3$ gives 1 mol of $\mathrm{AgCl}$. The denticity of Ligand L is ____. (Integer answer)

Answer: 2

Solution

Given $\mathrm{MCl_3.2\ L}$ octahedral. It means that one $\mathrm{Cl^-}$ ion is present in the ionization sphere. Therefore, formula $= [\mathrm{MCl_2\ L_2}]\mathrm{Cl}$. For octahedral complex, coordination number is 6. Therefore, $\mathrm{L}$ acts as a bidentate ligand.

Question 86

Chemistry · Organic Chemistry — Some Basic Principles & Techniques · Numerical

The number of moles of CuO, that will be utilized in Dumas method for estimation nitrogen in a sample of 57.5 g of N, N-dimethylaminopentane is ____ $\times$ $10^{-2}$. (Nearest integer)

Answer: 1125

Solution

Moles of N in N, N - dimethylaminopentane $$= \left( \frac{57.5}{115} \right) = 0.5 \, mol$$ $$\Rightarrow \mathrm{C_7H_{17}N} + \frac{45}{2} \mathrm{CuO} \rightarrow 7\mathrm{CO_2} + \frac{17}{2} \mathrm{H_2O} + \frac{1}{2} \mathrm{N_2} + \frac{45}{2} \mathrm{Cu}$$ $$\frac{n_{\mathrm{CuO}} reacted}{\left( \frac{45}{2} \right)} = \frac{n_{\mathrm{C_7H_{17}N}} reacted}{1}$$ $$\Rightarrow n_{\mathrm{CuO}} reacted = \left( \frac{45}{2} \right) \times 0.5 = 11.25$$

Question 87

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

The number of $f$ electrons in the ground state electronic configuration of Np $(Z = 93)$ is ____. (Nearest integer)

Answer: 4

Solution

$\mathrm{Np}=1s^2\,2s^2\,2p^6\,3s^2\,3p^6\,4s^2\,3d^{10}\,4p^6\,5s^2\,4d^{10}\,5p^6\,6s^2$ Total number of $f$-electrons $=14+4=18$.

Question 88

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Numerical

$200 \, \mathrm{mL}$ of $0.2 \, \mathrm{M}$ HCl is mixed with $300 \, \mathrm{mL}$ of $0.1 \, \mathrm{M}$ NaOH. The molar heat of neutralization of this reaction is $-57.1 \, \mathrm{kJ}$. The increase in temperature in $^\circ \mathrm{C}$ of the system on mixing is $x \times 10^{-2}$. The value of $x$ is ______. (Nearest integer) [Given: Specific heat of water $= 4.18 \, \mathrm{J \, g^{-1} \, K^{-1}}$] Density of water $= 1.00 \, \mathrm{g \, cm^{-3}}$] (Assume no volume change on mixing)

Answer: 82

Solution

Millimoles of HCl = $200 \times 0.2 = 40$ Millimoles of NaOH = $300 \times 0.1 = 30$ Heat released = $$\left( \frac{30}{1000} \times 57.1 \times 1000 \right) = 1713 \, \mathrm{J}$$ Mass of solution = $500 \, \mathrm{ml} \times 1 \, \mathrm{gm/ml} = 500 \, \mathrm{gm}$ $$\Delta T = \frac{q}{m \times C} = \frac{1713 \, \mathrm{J}}{500 \, \mathrm{g} \times 4.18 \, \frac{\mathrm{J}}{\mathrm{g} \cdot \mathrm{K}}} = 0.8196 \, \mathrm{K}$$ $$= 81.96 \times 10^{-2} \, \mathrm{K}$$

Question 89

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Numerical

The number of moles of $\mathrm{NH_3}$ that must be added to $2\,\mathrm{L}$ of $0.80\,\mathrm{M}$ $\mathrm{AgNO_3}$ in order to reduce the concentration of $\mathrm{Ag^+}$ ions to $5.0 \times 10^{-8}\,\mathrm{M}$ is ______. Given that $K_f$ for $\left[\mathrm{Ag(NH_3)_2}\right]^+$ is $1.0 \times 10^8$. (Round off to the nearest integer.) Assume no volume change on adding $\mathrm{NH_3}$.

Answer: 4

Solution

Let moles added = a $$\mathrm{Ag^+_{(aq.)} + 2NH_3_{(aq.)} \rightleftharpoons Ag(NH_3)^+_{2(aq.)}}$$ At $t = 0$: $0.8 \left( \frac{a}{2} \right)$ At $t = \infty$: $5 \times 10^{-8} \left( \frac{a}{2} - 1.6 \right) 0.8$ $$\frac{0.8}{(5 \times 10^{-8}) \left( \frac{a}{2} - 1.6 \right)^2} = 10^8$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{a}{2} - 1.6 = 0.4 \Rightarrow a = 4$$

Question 90

Chemistry · Redox Reactions · Numerical

When 10 $\mathrm{mL}$ of an aqueous solution of $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ was titrated in acidic medium, equal volume of 0.1 $\mathrm{M}$ of an aqueous solution of ferrous sulphate was required for complete discharge of colour. The strength of $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ in grams per litre is ____ $\times 10^{-2}$. (Nearest integer)

Answer: 316

Solution

Let molarity of $\mathrm{KMnO_4} = x$ $$\mathrm{KMnO_4} + \mathrm{FeSO_4} \rightarrow \mathrm{Fe_2(SO_4)_3} + \mathrm{Mn^{2+}}$$ $n = 5 n = 1$ (Equivalents of $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ reacted) = (Equivalents of $\mathrm{FeSO_4}$ reacted) $$\Rightarrow (5 \times x \times 10 \, \mathrm{ml}) = 1 \times 0.1 \times 10 \, \mathrm{ml}$$ $$\Rightarrow x = 0.02 \, \mathrm{M}$$ Molar mass of $\mathrm{KMnO_4} = 158 \, \mathrm{gm/mol}$ $$\Rightarrow Strength = (x \times 158) = 3.16 \, \mathrm{g/\ell}$$