JEE Main 31 August 2021 Shift 2 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

If $\alpha + \beta + \gamma = 2\pi$, then the system of equations $$x + (\cos \gamma)y + (\cos \beta)z = 0$$ $$(\cos \gamma)x + y + (\cos \alpha)z = 0$$ $$(\cos \beta)x + (\cos \alpha)y + z = 0$$ has :

  1. no solution
  2. infinitely many solution
  3. exactly two solutions
  4. a unique solution

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\alpha + \beta + \gamma = 2\pi$. $$\begin{vmatrix} 1 & \cos \gamma & \cos \beta \\ \cos \gamma & 1 & \cos \alpha \\ \cos \beta & \cos \alpha & 1 \end{vmatrix}$$ $$= 1 + 2 \cos \alpha \cdot \cos \beta \cdot \cos \gamma - \cos^2 \alpha - \cos^2 \beta - \cos^2 \gamma$$ $$= \sin^2 \gamma - \cos^2 \alpha - \cos^2 \beta + (\cos(\alpha + \beta) + \cos(\alpha - \beta)) \cos \gamma$$ $$= \sin^2 \gamma - \cos^2 \alpha - \cos^2 \beta + \cos^2 \gamma + \cos(\alpha - \beta) \cos \gamma$$ $$= \sin^2 \alpha - \cos^2 \beta + \cos(\alpha - \beta) \cos(\alpha + \beta)$$ $$= \sin^2 \alpha - \cos^2 \beta + \cos^2 \alpha - \sin^2 \beta = 0$$

Question 2

Maths · Vector Algebra · Single correct

Let $\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}$ be three vectors mutually perpendicular to each other and have same magnitude. If a vector $\vec{r}$ satisfies. $$\vec{a} \times \{ (\vec{r} - \vec{b}) \times \vec{a} \} + \vec{b} \times \{ (\vec{r} - \vec{c}) \times \vec{b} \} + \vec{c} \times \{ (\vec{r} - \vec{a}) \times \vec{c} \} = \vec{0},$$ then $\vec{r}$ is equal to :

  1. $\frac{1}{3}(\vec{a} + \vec{b} + \vec{c})$
  2. $\frac{1}{3}(2\vec{a} + \vec{b} - \vec{c})$
  3. $\frac{1}{2}(\vec{a} + \vec{b} + \vec{c})$
  4. $\frac{1}{2}(\vec{a} + \vec{b} + 2\vec{c})$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Suppose $\vec{r} = x \vec{a} + y \vec{b} + 2 \vec{c}$ and $|\vec{a}| = |\vec{b}| = |\vec{c}| = k$. $$\vec{a} \times \{ (\vec{r} - \vec{b}) \times \vec{a} \} + \vec{b} \times \{ (\vec{r} - \vec{c}) \times \vec{b} \} + \vec{c} \times \{ (\vec{r} - \vec{a}) \times \vec{c} \} = \vec{0}$$ $$\Rightarrow k^2 (\vec{r} - \vec{b}) - k^2 x \vec{a} + k^2 (\vec{r} - \vec{c}) - k^2 y \vec{b} + k^2 (\vec{r} - \vec{a}) - k^2 z \vec{c} = \vec{0}$$ $$\Rightarrow 3 \vec{r} - (\vec{a} + \vec{b} + \vec{c}) - \vec{r} = \vec{0}$$ $$\Rightarrow \vec{r} = \frac{\vec{a} + \vec{b} + \vec{c}}{2}$$

Question 3

Maths · Inverse Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

The domain of the function $$f(x) = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3x^2 + x - 1}{(x-1)^2}\right) + \cos^{-1}\left(\frac{x-1}{x+1}\right)$$ is:

  1. $[0, \\frac{1}{4}]$
  2. [-2, 0] $\\cup[\\frac{1}{4}, \\frac{1}{2}]$
  3. $[\\frac{1}{4}, \\frac{1}{2}]$ $\\cup$ {0}
  4. $[0, \\frac{1}{2}]$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $f(x) = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3x^2 + x - 1}{(x-1)^2}\right) + \cos^{-1}\left(\frac{x-1}{x+1}\right)$. $$-1 \leq \frac{x-1}{x+1} \leq 1 \implies 0 \leq x < \infty \ldots (1)$$ $$-1 \leq \frac{3x^2 + x - 1}{(x-1)^2} \leq 1 \implies x \in \left[\frac{1}{4}, \frac{1}{2}\right] \cup \{0\} \ldots (2)$$ $(1) \& (2)$ $$\Rightarrow Domain = \left[\frac{1}{4}, \frac{1}{2}\right] \cup \{0\}$$

Question 4

Maths · Probability · Single correct

Let S = {$1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6$\}. Then the probability that a randomly chosen onto function g from S to S satisfies $$g(3) = 2g(1)$$ is :

  1. $\frac{1}{10}$
  2. $\frac{1}{15}$
  3. $\frac{1}{5}$
  4. $\frac{1}{30}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $g(3) = 2$, $g(1)$ can be defined in 3 ways. The number of onto functions in this condition is $3 \times 4!$. The total number of onto functions is $6!$. The required probability is $$\frac{3 \times 4!}{6!} = \frac{1}{10}.$$

Question 5

Maths · Relations and Functions · Single correct

Let f : $\mathbb{N}$ $\to$ $\mathbb{N}$ be a function such that f(m + n) = f(m) + f(n) for every m, n $\in$ $\mathbb{N}$. If f(6) = 18, then f(2) $\cdot$ f(3) is equal to :

  1. 6
  2. 54
  3. 18
  4. 36

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $f(m+n) = f(m) + f(n)$. Put $m = 1$, $n = 1$. $$f(2) = 2f(1)$$ Put $m = 2$, $n = 1$. $$f(3) = f(2) + f(1) = 3f(1)$$ Put $m = 3$, $n = 3$. $$f(6) = 2f(3) \Rightarrow f(3) = 9$$ $$\Rightarrow f(1) = 3, f(2) = 6$$ $$f(2) \cdot f(3) = 6 \times 9 = 54$$

Question 6

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

The distance of the point $(-1, 2, -2)$ from the line of intersection of the planes $2x + 3y + 2z = 0$ and $x - 2y + z = 0$ is:

  1. $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
  2. $\frac{5}{2}$
  3. $\frac{\sqrt{42}}{2}$
  4. $\frac{\sqrt{34}}{2}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $P_1: 2x + 3y + 2z = 0$ which implies $\vec{n}_1 = 2\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + 2\hat{k}$. For $P_2: x - 2y + z = 0$, we have $\vec{n}_2 = \hat{i} - 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}$. The direction vector of line $L$, which is the line of intersection of $P_1$ and $P_2$, is $\vec{r} = \vec{n}_1 \times \vec{n}_2 = 7\hat{i} - 7\hat{k}$. The direction ratios of $L$ are $(1, 0, -1)$. Therefore, the equation of $L$ is $\frac{x}{1} = \frac{y}{0} = \frac{z}{-1} = \lambda$. The direction ratios of $\overrightarrow{PQ}$ are $(\lambda + 1, -2, 2 - \lambda)$. Since $\overrightarrow{PQ} \perp \vec{r}$, we have $(\lambda + 1)(1) + (-2)(0) + (2 - \lambda)(-1) = 0$. Solving gives $\lambda = \frac{1}{2}$, which implies $Q\left(\frac{1}{2}, 0, -\frac{1}{2}\right)$. Therefore, $PQ = \frac{\sqrt{34}}{2}$.

Question 7

Maths · Mathematical Reasoning · Single correct

Negation of the statement $(p \lor r) \Rightarrow (q \lor r)$ is:

  1. $p \land \sim q \land \sim r$
  2. $\sim p \land q \land \sim r$
  3. $\sim p \land q \land r$
  4. $p \land q \land r$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\sim (A \Rightarrow B) = A \land \sim B$. Therefore, $\sim ((p \lor r) \Rightarrow (q \lor r))$ is equal to $(p \lor r) \land (\sim q \land \sim r)$. This simplifies to $((p \lor r) \land (\sim r)) \land (\sim q)$, which further simplifies to $p \land (\sim r) \land (\sim q)$.

Question 8

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Single correct

If $\alpha = \lim_{x \to \pi/4} \frac{\tan^3 x - \tan x}{\cos \left( x + \frac{\pi}{4} \right)}$ and $\beta = \lim_{x \to 0} (\cos x)^{\cot x}$ are the roots of the equation, $ax^2 + bx - 4 = 0$, then the ordered pair $(a, b)$ is:

  1. $(1, -3)$
  2. $(-1, 3)$
  3. $(-1, -3)$
  4. $(1, 3)$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\($ $\alpha$ = $\lim$_{x $\to$ $\frac{\pi}{4}$} $\frac{\tan^3 x - \tan x}{\cos \left( x + \frac{\pi}{4} \right)}$ $\)$; $\($ $\frac{0}{0}$ $\)$ form. Using L'Hopital's rule: $\[$ $\alpha$ = $\lim$_{x $\to$ $\frac{\pi}{4}$} $\frac{3 \tan^2 x \sec^2 x - \sec^2 x}{-\sin \left( x + \frac{\pi}{4} \right)}$ $\]$ $\($ $\Rightarrow$ $\alpha$ = -4 $\)$ $\($ $\beta$ = $\lim$_{x $\to$ 0} ($\cos$ x) $\cot$ x = e^{$\lim$_{x $\to$ 0} $\frac{(\cos x - 1)}{\tan x}$} $\)$ $\($ $\beta$ = e $\lim$_{x $\to$ 0} $\frac{-(1 - \cos x)}{x^2}$ , $\frac{x^2}{\left( \frac{\tan x}{x} \right) x}$ $\)$ $\($ $\beta$ = e $\lim$_{x $\to$ 0} $\left$( -$\frac{1}{2}$ $\right$) $\cdot$ $\frac{x}{1}$ = e^0 $\Rightarrow$ $\beta$ = 1 $\)$ $\($ $\alpha$ = -4; $\beta$ = 1 $\)$ If $\($ ax^2 + bx - 4 = 0 $\)$ are the roots then $\($ 16a - 4b - 4 = 0 $\)$ and $\($ a + b - 4 = 0 $\)$ $\($ $\Rightarrow$ a = 1 $\)$ and $\($ b = 3 $\)$

Question 9

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

The locus of mid-points of the line segments joining $(-3, -5)$ and the points on the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{4} + \frac{y^2}{9} = 1$ is :

  1. $9x^2 + 4y^2 + 18x + 8y + 145 = 0$
  2. $36x^2 + 16y^2 + 90x + 56y + 145 = 0$
  3. $36x^2 + 16y^2 + 108x + 80y + 145 = 0$
  4. $36x^2 + 16y^2 + 72x + 32y + 145 = 0$

Answer: (c)

Solution

General point on $\frac{x^2}{4} + \frac{y^2}{9} = 1$ is $A(2 \cos \theta, 3 \sin \theta)$. Given $B(-3, -5)$. Midpoint $C \left( \frac{2 \cos \theta - 3}{2}, \frac{3 \sin \theta - 5}{2} \right)$. Let $h = \frac{2 \cos \theta - 3}{2}$ and $k = \frac{3 \sin \theta - 5}{2}$. Therefore, $$\left( \frac{2h + 3}{2} \right)^2 + \left( \frac{2k + 5}{3} \right)^2 = 1$$ which simplifies to $$36x^2 + 16y^2 + 108x + 80y + 145 = 0.$$

Question 10

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

If $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{2^x y + 2^y \cdot 2^x}{2^x + 2^{x+y} \log_c 2}$, $y(0) = 0$, then for $y = 1$, the value of $x$ lies in the interval:

  1. (1, 2)
  2. $(\\frac{1}{2}, 1]$
  3. (2, 3)
  4. $(0, \\frac{1}{2}]$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{dy}{dx}$ = $\frac{2^x(y+2^y)}{2^x(1+2^y \ln 2)}$ $\)$. This implies $$ \int \frac{(1+2^y) \ln 2}{(y+2^y)} \, dy = \int \, dx $$ which leads to $$ \ln |y + 2^y| = x + c $$ Using the initial condition $\($ x = 0; y = 0 $\)$, we find $\($ c = 0 $\)$. Thus, $$ x = \ln |y + 2^y| $$ At $\($ y = 1 $\)$, we have $\($ x = $\ln$ 3 $\)$. Therefore, $\($ 3 $\in$ (e, e^2) $\Rightarrow$ x $\in$ (1, 2) $\)$.

Question 11

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

An angle of intersection of the curves $\left(\dfrac{x^2}{a^2}+\dfrac{y^2}{b^2}=1\right)$ and $\left(x^2+y^2=ab,\; a>b\right)$ is:

  1. $\left(\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{a+b}{\sqrt{ab}}\right)\right)$
  2. $\left(\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{a-b}{2\sqrt{ab}}\right)\right)$
  3. $\left(\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{a-b}{\sqrt{ab}}\right)\right)$
  4. $\left(\tan^{-1}\left(2\sqrt{ab}\right)\right)$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\frac{x^2}{a^2} + \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1, x^2 + y^2 = ab$. Differentiating, we have: $$\frac{2x_1}{a^2} + \frac{2y_1 y_1'}{b^2} = 0$$ This implies: $$y_1' = \frac{-x_1}{a^2} \frac{b^2}{y_1} \ldots (1)$$ Also, $2x_1 + 2y_1 y_1' = 0$ gives: $$y_2' = \frac{-x_1}{y_1} \ldots (2)$$ Here $(x_1, y_1)$ is the point of intersection of both curves. Thus, $x_1^2 = \frac{a^2 b}{a+b}, y_1^2 = \frac{ab^2}{a+b}$. Therefore, $$\tan \theta = \frac{y_1' - y_2'}{1 + y_1' y_2'} = \frac{\frac{-x_1 b^2}{a^2 y_1} + \frac{x_1}{y_1}}{1 + \frac{x_1^2 b^2}{a^2 y_1^2}}$$ Simplifying, we find: $$\tan \theta = \frac{-b^2 x_1 y_1 + a^2 x_1 y_1}{a^2 y_1^2 + b^2 x_1^2}$$ Finally, $$\tan \theta = \frac{a-b}{\sqrt{ab}}$$

Question 12

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

If $y \frac{dy}{dx} = x \left[ \frac{y^2}{x^2} + \frac{\phi \left( \frac{y^2}{x^2} \right)}{\phi' \left( \frac{y^2}{x^2} \right)} \right]$, $x > 0$, and $y(1) = -1$, then $\phi \left( \frac{y^2}{4} \right)$ is equal to:

  1. $4\phi(2)$
  2. $4\phi(1)$
  3. $2\phi(1)$
  4. $\phi(1)$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Let, $y = tx$ $$\frac{dy}{dx} = t + x \frac{dt}{dx}$$ Therefore, $$tx \left( t + x \frac{dt}{dx} \right) = x \left( t^2 + \frac{\varphi(t^2)}{\varphi'(t^2)} \right)$$ $$t^2 + xt \frac{dt}{dx} = t^2 + \frac{\varphi(t^2)}{\varphi'(t^2)}$$ $$\int \frac{t \varphi'(t^2)}{\varphi(t^2)} dt = \int \frac{dx}{x}$$ Let $\varphi(t^2) = p$ Therefore, $$\varphi'(t^2) 2t dt = dp$$ Thus, $$\int \frac{dy}{2p} = \int \frac{dx}{x}$$ $$\frac{1}{2} \ln \varphi(t^2) = \ln x + \ln c$$ $$\varphi(t^2) = x^2 k$$ $$\varphi \left( \frac{y^2}{x^2} \right) = kx^2, \varphi(1) = k$$ $$\varphi \left( \frac{y^2}{4} \right) = 4 \varphi(1)$$

Question 13

Maths · Basics Of Mathematics · Single correct

The sum of the roots of the equation $x + 1 - 2 \log_2(3 + 2^x) + 2 \log_4(10 - 2^{-x}) = 0$, is :

  1. $\log$_2 14
  2. $\log$_2 11
  3. $\log$_2 12
  4. $\log$_2 13

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given the equation: $$x + 1 - 2 \log_2(3 + 2^x) + 2 \log_4(10 - 2^{-x}) = 0$$ We simplify using logarithmic properties: $$\log_2(2^{x+1}) - \log_2(3 + 2^x)^2 + \log_2(10 - 2^{-x}) = 0$$ This becomes: $$\log_2\left(\frac{2^{x+1} \cdot (10 - 2^{-x})}{(3 + 2^x)^2}\right) = 0$$ Thus: $$\frac{2(10 \cdot 2^x - 1)}{(3 + 2^x)^2} = 1$$ Solving gives: $$\Rightarrow 20 \cdot 2^x - 2 = 9 + 2^{2x} + 6 \cdot 2^x$$ Therefore: $$\therefore (2^x)^2 - 14(2^x) + 11 = 0$$ The roots are $2^{x_1}$ and $2^{x_2}$. Thus: $$\therefore 2^{x_1} \cdot 2^{x_2} = 11$$ Finally: $$x_1 + x_2 = \log_2(11)$$

Question 14

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Single correct

If $z$ is a complex number such that $\frac{z-i}{z-1}$ is purely imaginary, then the minimum value of $|z - (3 + 3i)|$ is:

  1. $2\sqrt{2} - 1$
  2. $3\sqrt{2}$
  3. $6\sqrt{2}$
  4. $2\sqrt{2}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\frac{z-i}{z-1}$ is purely imaginary number. Let $z = x + iy$. $$\frac{x+i(y-1)}{(x-1)+iy} \times \frac{(x-1)-iy}{(x-1)-iy}$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{x(x-1)+y(y-1)+i(-y-x+1)}{(x-1)^2+y^2}$$ is purely imaginary number. $$\Rightarrow x(x-1) + y(y-1) = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \left(x - \frac{1}{2}\right)^2 + \left(y - \frac{1}{2}\right)^2 = \frac{1}{2}$$ Therefore, $|z - (3 + 3i)|_{\min} = |PC| - \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$ $$= \frac{5}{\sqrt{2}} - \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = 2\sqrt{2}$$

Question 15

Maths · Sequences and Series · Single correct

Let $a_1, a_2, a_3, \ldots$ be an $\mathrm{A.P.}$ If $\frac{a_1 + a_2 + \ldots + a_{10}}{a_1 + a_2 + \ldots + a_p} = \frac{100}{p^2}$, $p \neq 10$, then $\frac{a_{11}}{a_{10}}$ is equal to:

  1. $\frac{19}{21}$
  2. $\frac{100}{121}$
  3. $\frac{21}{19}$
  4. $\frac{121}{100}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\frac{\frac{10}{2}(2a_1 + 9,d)}{\frac{p}{2}(2a_1 + (p-1)d)} = \frac{100}{p^2}$ $(2a_1 + 9,d),p = 10\left(2a_1 + (p-1)d\right)$ $2a_1p + 9dp = 20a_1 + 10d(p-1)$ $9dp = (20 - 2p)a_1 + 10d(p-1)$ $9p = (20 - 2p)\frac{a_1}{d} + 10(p-1)$ $\frac{a_1}{d} = \frac{10-p}{2(10-p)} = \frac{1}{2}$ Therefore, $\frac{a_{11}}{a_{10}} = \frac{a_1 + 10d}{a_1 + 9d}$ $= \frac{\frac{1}{2} + 10}{\frac{1}{2} + 9}$ $= \frac{21}{19}$

Question 16

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

Let A be the set of all points $(\alpha, \beta)$ such that the area of triangle formed by the points $(5, 6)$, $(3, 2)$ and $(\alpha, \beta)$ is 12 square units. Then the least possible length of a line segment joining the origin to a point in A, is :

  1. $\frac{4}{\sqrt{5}}$
  2. $\frac{16}{\sqrt{5}}$
  3. $\frac{8}{\sqrt{5}}$
  4. $\frac{12}{\sqrt{5}}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the determinant: $$\begin{vmatrix} 1 & 5 & 6 \\ \frac{1}{2} & 3 & 2 \\ 1 & \alpha & \beta \end{vmatrix} = 12$$ We have the equation: $$4\alpha - 2\beta = \pm 24 + 8$$ This implies: $$4\alpha - 2\beta = +24 + 8 \Rightarrow 2\alpha - \beta = 16$$ Equation (1): $$2x - y - 16 = 0 \ldots (1)$$ Also: $$4\alpha - 2\beta = -24 + 8 \Rightarrow 2\alpha - \beta = -8$$ Equation (2): $$2x - y + 8 = 0 \ldots (2)$$ The perpendicular distance of (1) from $(0, 0)$ is $$\left| \frac{0 - 0 - 16}{\sqrt{5}} \right| = \frac{16}{\sqrt{5}}$$ The perpendicular distance of (2) from $(0, 0)$ is $$\left| \frac{0 - 0 + 8}{\sqrt{5}} \right| = \frac{8}{\sqrt{5}}$$

Question 17

Maths · Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

The number of solutions of the equation $32^{\tan^2 x} + 32^{\sec^2 x} = 81, 0 \leq x \leq \frac{\pi}{4}$ is:

  1. 3
  2. 1
  3. 0
  4. 2

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$(32)^{\tan^2 x} + (32)^{\sec^2 x} = 81$$ which implies $$(32)^{\tan^2 x} + (32)^{1 + \tan^2 x} = 81$$ leading to $$(32)^{\tan^2 x} = \frac{81}{33}.$$ In the interval $$\left[0, \frac{\pi}{4}\right]$$ there is only one solution.

Question 18

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

Let f be any continuous function on $[0, 2]$ and twice differentiable on $(0, 2)$. If $f(0) = 0$, $f(1) = 1$ and $f(2) = 2$, then

  1. $f''(x) = 0$ for all $x \in (0, 2)$
  2. $f''(x) = 0$ for some $x \in (0, 2)$
  3. $f'(x) = 0$ for some $x \in [0, 2]$
  4. $f''(x) > 0$ for all $x \in (0, 2)$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $f(0) = 0$, $f(1) = 1$ and $f(2) = 2$. Let $h(x) = f(x) - x$ has three roots. By Rolle's theorem $h'(x) = f'(x) - 1$ has at least two roots. $h''(x) = f''(x) = 0$ has at least one root.

Question 19

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

If $[x]$ is the greatest integer $\leq x$, then $$\pi^2 \int_0^2 \left( \sin \frac{\pi x}{2} \right) (x - [x])^{[x]} \, dx$$ is equal to:

  1. $2(\pi - 1)$
  2. $4(\pi - 1)$
  3. $4(\pi + 1)$
  4. $2(\pi + 1)$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$\pi^2 \left[ \int_0^1 \sin \frac{\pi x}{2} \, dx + \int_1^2 \sin \frac{\pi x}{2} (x-1) \, dx \right]$$ This equals $$\pi^2 \left[ -\frac{2}{\pi} \left( \cos \frac{\pi x}{2} \right) + \left( (x-1) \left( -\frac{2}{\pi} \cos \frac{\pi x}{2} \right) \right)_1^2 - \int_1^2 -\frac{2}{\pi} \cos \frac{\pi x}{2} \, dx \right]$$ This simplifies to $$\pi^2 \left[ 0 + \frac{2}{\pi} + \frac{2}{\pi} + \frac{2}{\pi} \cdot \frac{2}{\pi} \left( \sin \frac{\pi x}{2} \right)_1^2 \right]$$ Finally, we have $$= 4\pi - 4 = 4(\pi - 1)$$

Question 20

Maths · Statistics · Single correct

The mean and variance of 7 observations are 8 and 16 respectively. If two observations are 6 and 8, then the variance of the remaining 5 observations is:

  1. $\frac{92}{5}$
  2. $\frac{134}{5}$
  3. $\frac{536}{25}$
  4. $\frac{112}{5}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Let 8, 16, $x_1, x_2, x_3, x_4, x_5$ be the observations. Now $$\frac{x_1 + x_2 + \cdots + x_5 + 14}{7} = 8$$ which implies $$\sum_{i=1}^{5} x_i = 42 \ldots (1)$$ Also $$\frac{x_1^2 + x_2^2 + \cdots + x_5^2 + 8^2 + 6^2}{7} - 64 = 16$$ which implies $$\sum_{i=1}^{5} x_i^2 = 560 - 100 = 460 \ldots (2)$$ So the variance of $x_1, x_2, \ldots, x_5$ is $$\frac{460}{5} - \left(\frac{42}{5}\right)^2 = \frac{2300 - 1764}{25} = \frac{536}{25}.$$

Question 21

Maths · Binomial Theorem · Numerical

If the coefficient of $a^7 b^8$ in the expansion of $(a + 2b + 4ab)^{10}$ is $K \cdot 2^{16}$, then $K$ is equal to.

Answer: 315

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{10!}{\alpha! \beta! \gamma!}$ a^$\alpha$ (2$\,$ b)^$\beta$ $\cdot$ (4ab)^$\gamma$ $\)$ and $\($ $\frac{10!}{\alpha! \beta! \gamma!}$ a^{$\alpha$ + $\gamma$} $\cdot$ b^{$\beta$ + $\gamma$} $\cdot$ 2^$\beta$ $\cdot$ 4^$\gamma$ $\)$. $\($ $\alpha$ + $\beta$ + $\gamma$ = 10 $\)$ ...(1) $\($ $\alpha$ + $\gamma$ = 7 $\)$ ...(2) $\($ $\beta$ + $\gamma$ = 8 $\)$ ...(3) Adding (2) and (3) and subtracting (1) gives $\($ $\gamma$ = 5 $\)$. $\($ $\alpha$ = 2 $\)$ $\($ $\beta$ = 3 $\)$ So coefficients = $\($ $\frac{10!}{2!3!5!}$ $\cdot$ 2^3 $\cdot$ 2^{10} $\)$ = $\($ $\frac{10 \times 9 \times 8 \times 7 \times 6 \times 5}{2 \times 3 \times 2 \times 5!}$ $\times$ 2^{13} $\)$ = $\($ 315 $\times$ 2^{16} $\Rightarrow$ k = 315 $\)$.

Question 22

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Numerical

Suppose the line $\frac{x-2}{\alpha} = \frac{y-2}{-5} = \frac{z+2}{2}$ lies on the plane $x + 3y - 2z + \beta = 0$. Then $(\alpha + \beta)$ is equal to .

Answer: 7

Solution

Point $(2, 2, -2)$ also lies on given plane. So $2 + 3 \times 2 - 2(-2) + \beta = 0$ $$\Rightarrow 2 + 6 + 4 + \beta = 0 \Rightarrow \beta = -12$$ Also $\alpha \times 1 - 5 \times 3 + 2 \times -2 = 0$ $$\Rightarrow \alpha - 15 - 4 = 0 \Rightarrow \alpha = 19$$ Therefore, $\alpha + \beta = 19 - 12 = 7$

Question 23

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Numerical

The number of 4-digit numbers which are neither multiple of 7 nor multiple of 3 is .

Answer: 5143

Solution

A = 4-digit numbers divisible by 3 A = 1002, 1005, $\ldots$, 9999. 9999 = 1002 + (n - 1)3 $\Rightarrow$ (n - 1)3 = 8997 $\Rightarrow$ n = 3000 B = 4-digit numbers divisible by 7 B = 1001, 1008, $\ldots$, 9996 $\Rightarrow$ 9996 = 1001 + (n - 1)7 $\Rightarrow$ n = 1286 A $\cap$ B = 1008, 1029, $\ldots$, 9996 9996 = 1008 + (n - 1)21 $\Rightarrow$ n = 429 So, no divisible by either 3 or 7 = 3000 + 1286 - 429 = 3857 total 4-digits numbers = 9000 required numbers = 9000 - 3857 = 5143

Question 24

Maths · Integrals · Numerical

If $\int \frac{\sin x}{\sin^3 x + \cos^3 x} \, dx = \alpha \log_c \left| 1 + \tan x \right| + \beta \log_e \left| 1 - \tan x + \tan^2 x \right| + \gamma \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{2 \tan x - 1}{\sqrt{3}} \right) + C$, when $C$ is constant of integration, then the value of $18 (\alpha + \beta + \gamma^2)$ is .

Answer: 3

Solution

= $\int$ $\frac{\sin x}{\cos^3 x}$ dx = $\int$ $\frac{\tan x \cdot \sec^2 x}{(\tan x + 1)(1 + \tan^2 x - \tan x)}$ dx Let $\($ $\tan$ x = t $\Rightarrow$ $\sec$^2 x $\cdot$ dx = dt $\)$ = $\int$ $\frac{t}{(t+1)(t^2-t+1)}$ dt = $\int$ $\left$( $\frac{A}{t+1}$ + $\frac{B(2t-1)}{t^2-t+1}$ + $\frac{C}{t^2-t+1}$ $\right$) dx $\Rightarrow$ A(t^2 - t + 1) + B(2t - 1)(t^2 - t + 1) + C(t + 1) = t $\Rightarrow$ t^2(A + 2B) + t(-A + B + C) + A - B + C = 1 $\therefore$ A + 2B = 0 -A + B + C = 1 A - B + C = 0 $\Rightarrow$ C = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\Rightarrow$ A - B = -$\frac{1}{2}$ $\cdots$ (4) A + 2B = 0 A - B = -$\frac{1}{2}$ $\Rightarrow$ 3B = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\Rightarrow$ B = $\frac{1}{6}$ A = -$\frac{1}{3}$ I = -$\frac{1}{3}$ $\int$ $\frac{dt}{1+t}$ + $\frac{1}{6}$ $\int$ $\frac{2t-1}{t^2-t+1}$ dt + $\frac{1}{2}$ $\int$ $\frac{dt}{t^2-t+1}$ = -$\frac{1}{3}$ $\ln$ |(1 + $\tan$ x)| + $\frac{1}{6}$ $\ell$ $\tan$^2 x - $\tan$ x + 1| + $\frac{1}{2}$ $\cdot$ $\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}$ $\tan$^{-1} $\left$( $\frac{\tan x - \frac{1}{2}}{\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}}$ $\right$) = -$\frac{1}{3}$ $\ln$ |(1 + $\tan$ x)| + $\frac{1}{6}$ $\ell$ $\tan$^2 x - $\tan$ x + 1| + $\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$ $\tan$^{-1} $\left$( $\frac{2 \tan x - 1}{\sqrt{3}}$ $\right$) + C $\alpha$ = -$\frac{1}{3}$, $\beta$ = $\frac{1}{6}$, $\gamma$ = $\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$ 18 $\left$( $\alpha$ + $\beta$ + $\gamma$^2 $\right$) = 18 $\left$( -$\frac{1}{3}$ + $\frac{1}{6}$ + $\frac{1}{3}$ $\right$) = 3

Question 25

Maths · Conic Sections · Numerical

A tangent line $L$ is drawn at the point $(2, -4)$ on the parabola $y^2 = 8x$. If the line $L$ is also tangent to the circle $x^2 + y^2 = a$, then 'a' is equal to,

Answer: 2

Solution

The tangent of $y^2 = 8x$ is $y = mx + \frac{2}{m}$. At point $P(2, -4)$, we have $$-4 = 2m + \frac{2}{m}$$ which implies $$m + \frac{1}{m} = -2 \implies m = -1.$$ Therefore, the tangent is $y = -x - 2$. This gives $$x + y + 2 = 0 \ldots (1)$$ Equation (1) is also tangent to $x^2 + y^2 = a$. So $$\frac{2}{\sqrt{2}} = \sqrt{a} \implies \sqrt{a} = \sqrt{2}$$ Thus, $a = 2$.

Question 26

Maths · Sequences and Series · Numerical

If $S = \frac{7}{5} + \frac{9}{5^2} + \frac{13}{5^3} + \frac{19}{5^4} + \ldots$, then $160 \, S$ is equal to .

Answer: 305

Solution

Given $$S = \frac{7}{5} + \frac{9}{5^2} + \frac{13}{5^3} + \frac{19}{5^4} + \cdots$$ $$\frac{1}{5} S = \frac{7}{5^2} + \frac{9}{5^3} + \frac{13}{5^4} + \cdots$$ On subtracting $$\frac{4}{5} S = \frac{7}{5} + \frac{2}{5^2} + \frac{4}{5^3} + \frac{6}{5^4} + \cdots$$ $$S = \frac{7}{4} + \frac{1}{10} \left( 1 + \frac{2}{5} + \frac{3}{5^2} + \cdots \right)$$ $$S = \frac{7}{4} + \frac{1}{10} \left( 1 - \frac{1}{5} \right)^{-2}$$ $$= \frac{7}{4} + \frac{1}{10} \times \frac{25}{16} = \frac{61}{32}$$ $$\Rightarrow 160 \ S = 5 \times 61 = 305$$

Question 27

Maths · Matrices · Numerical

The number of elements in the set $$ \left\{ A = \begin{pmatrix} a & b \\ 0 & d \end{pmatrix} : a, b, d \in \{-1, 0, 1\} and (I - A)^3 = I - A^3 \right\}, $$ where $I$ is $2 \times 2$ identity matrix, is :

Answer: 8

Solution

$(I - A)^3 = I^3 - A^3 - 3A(I - A) = I - A^3$ $\Rightarrow 3A(I - A) = 0$ or $A^2 = A$ $\Rightarrow \begin{bmatrix} a^2 & ab + bd \\ 0 & d^2 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} a & b \\ 0 & d \end{bmatrix}$ $\Rightarrow a^2 = a, \quad b(a + d - 1) = 0, \quad d^2 = d$ If $b \neq 0$, $a + d = 1 \Rightarrow 4$ ways If $b = 0$, $a = 0, 1$ & $d = 0, 1 \Rightarrow 4$ ways $\Rightarrow$ Total $8$ matrices

Question 28

Maths · Applications of Integrals · Fill in the blank

If the line $y = mx$ bisects the area enclosed by the lines $x = 0$, $y = 0$, $x = \frac{3}{2}$ and the curve $y = 1 + 4x - x^2$, then $12 \, m$ is equal to .

Answer: 26

Solution

\text{Total area} $=\int_{0}^{3/2}(1+4x-x^{2})\,dx$ $=\left(x+2x^{2}-\frac{x^{3}}{3}\right)\Bigg|_{0}^{3/2}$ $=\frac{39}{8}$ and $\frac{39}{16}=\frac{1}{2}\cdot\frac{3}{2}\cdot\frac{3}{2}\cdot m$ $\Rightarrow 3m=\frac{13}{2}$ $\Rightarrow 12m=26$

Question 29

Maths · Conic Sections · Numerical

Let $B$ be the centre of the circle $x^2 + y^2 - 2x + 4y + 1 = 0$. Let the tangents at two points $P$ and $Q$ on the circle intersect at the point $A(3, 1)$. Then $8 \cdot \left( \frac{area \Delta APQ}{area \Delta BPQ} \right)$ is equal to .

Answer: 18

Solution

Given $\tan \theta = \frac{3}{2}$. The ratio of the area of $\triangle APQ$ to the area of $\triangle BPQ$ is given by $$\frac{Area \triangle APQ}{Area \triangle BPQ} = \frac{AR}{RB} = \frac{3 \sin \theta}{2 \cos \theta} = \frac{9}{4}.$$ Therefore, $$8 \left( \frac{Area \triangle APQ}{Area \triangle BPQ} \right) = 18.$$

Question 30

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Numerical

Let f(x) be a cubic polynomial with $f(1) = -10$, $f(-1) = 6$, and has a local minima at $x = 1$, and $f'(x)$ has a local minima at $x = -1$. Then $f(3)$ is equal to .

Answer: 22

Solution

Given $$F'(x) = a(x-1)(x+3)$$ Then $$F''(x) = 6a(x+1)$$ Also, $$F'(x) = 3a(x+1)^2 + b$$ At $x = 1$, $$F'(1) = 0 \Rightarrow b = -12a$$ Now, $$F(x) = a(x+1)^3 - 12ax + c$$ Simplifying, $$= (x+1)^3 - 12x - 6$$ Finally, $$F(3) = 64 - 36 - 6 = 22$$

Physics

Question 31

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Solids · Single correct

Four identical hollow cylindrical columns of mild steel support a big structure of mass $50 \times 10^3 \, \mathrm{kg}$. The inner and outer radii of each column are $50 \, \mathrm{cm}$ and $100 \, \mathrm{cm}$ respectively. Assuming uniform local distribution, calculate the compression strain of each column. [Use $Y = 2.0 \times 10^{11} \, \mathrm{Pa}$, $g = 9.8 \, \mathrm{m/s^2}$]

  1. $3.60 \times 10^{-8}$
  2. $2.60 \times 10^{-7}$
  3. $1.87 \times 10^{-3}$
  4. $7.07 \times 10^{-4}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Force on each column $=\frac{mg}{4}$ Strain $=\frac{mg}{4AY}$ $=\frac{50 \times 10^3 \times 9.8}{4 \times \pi (1 - 0.25) \times 2 \times 10^{11}}$ $=2.6 \times 10^{-7}$

Question 32

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

A current of 1.5 A is flowing through a triangle, of side 9 cm each. The magnetic field at the centroid of the triangle is : (Assume that the current is flowing in the clockwise direction.)

  1. 3 $\times$ $10^{-7}$ $\mathrm{T}$, outside the plane of triangle
  2. 2$\sqrt{3}$ $\times$ $10^{-7}$ $\mathrm{T}$, outside the plane of triangle
  3. 2$\sqrt{3}$ $\times$ $10^{-5}$ $\mathrm{T}$, inside the plane of triangle
  4. 3 $\times$ $10^{-5}$ $\mathrm{T}$, inside the plane of triangle

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given the triangle, the magnetic field $B$ is calculated as follows: $$B = 3 \left[ \frac{\mu_0 i}{4 \pi} (\sin 60^\circ + \sin 60^\circ) \right]$$ The tangent of $60^\circ$ is given by: $$\tan 60^\circ = \frac{\ell/2}{r}$$ Where $r = \frac{9 \times 10^{-2}}{2 \sqrt{3}} \, \mathrm{M}$. Therefore, the magnetic field is: $$\therefore \, B = 3 \times 10^{-5} \, \mathrm{T}$$ The current is flowing in a clockwise direction, so $\vec{B}$ is inside the plane of the triangle by the right-hand rule.

Question 33

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Single correct

A system consists of two identical spheres each of mass $1.5 \, \mathrm{kg}$ and radius $50 \, \mathrm{cm}$ at the end of light rod. The distance between the centres of the two spheres is $5 \, \mathrm{m}$. What will be the moment of inertia of the system about an axis perpendicular to the rod passing through its midpoint?

  1. $18.75 \, \mathrm{kgm}^2$
  2. $1.905 \times 10^5 \, \mathrm{kgm}^2$
  3. $19.05 \, \mathrm{kgm}^2$
  4. $1.875 \times 10^5 \, \mathrm{kgm}^2$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $M = 1.5 \, \mathrm{kg}$, $r = 0.5 \, \mathrm{m}$, $d = \frac{5}{2} \, \mathrm{m}$. The moment of inertia $I$ is given by $$I = 2 \left( \frac{2}{5} M r^2 + M d^2 \right)$$ Calculating, $$I = 19.05 \, \mathrm{kg \, m^2}$$

Question 34

Physics · Mathematics in Physics · Single correct

Statement I : Two forces $\left( \vec{P} + \vec{Q} \right)$ and $\left( \vec{P} - \vec{Q} \right)$ where $\vec{P} \perp \vec{Q}$, when act at an angle $\theta_1$ to each other, the magnitude of their resultant is $\sqrt{3 \left( P^2 + Q^2 \right)}$, when they act at an angle $\theta_2$, the magnitude of their resultant becomes $\sqrt{2 \left( P^2 + Q^2 \right)}$. This is possible only when $\theta_1 < \theta_2$. Statement II : In the situation given above. $\theta_1 = 60^\circ$ and $\theta_2 = 90^\circ$ In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :-

  1. Statement-I is false but Statement-II is true
  2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are true
  3. Statement-I is true but Statement-II is false
  4. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are false.

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\vec{A} = \vec{P} + \vec{Q}$ and $\vec{B} = \vec{P} - \vec{Q}$ with $\vec{P} \perp \vec{Q}$. The magnitudes are $|\vec{A}| = |\vec{B}| = \sqrt{P^2 + Q^2}$. The magnitude of $\vec{A} + \vec{B}$ is $|\vec{A} + \vec{B}| = \sqrt{2 \left(P^2 + Q^2\right)(1 + \cos \theta)}$. For $|\vec{A} + \vec{B}| = \sqrt{3 \left(P^2 + Q^2\right)}$, $\theta_1 = 60^\circ$. For $|\vec{A} + \vec{B}| = \sqrt{2 \left(P^2 + Q^2\right)}$, $\theta_2 = 90^\circ$.

Question 35

Physics · Atoms · Single correct

A free electron of $2.6\,\mathrm{eV}$ energy collides with $\mathrm{H}^+$ ion. This results in the formation of a hydrogen atom in the first excited state and a photon is released. Find the frequency of the emitted photon $\left(h = 6.6 \times 10^{-34}\,\mathrm{Js}\right)$

  1. 1.45 $\times$ 10^{16} \, $\mathrm{MHz}$
  2. 0.19 $\times$ 10^{15} \, $\mathrm{MHz}$
  3. 1.45 $\times$ 10^{9} \, $\mathrm{MHz}$
  4. 9.0 $\times$ 10^{27} \, $\mathrm{MHz}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

For every large distance P.E. = 0 and total energy = 2.6 + 0 = 2.6 eV. Finally in first excited state of H atom total energy = -3.4 eV. Loss in total energy = 2.6 - (-3.4) = 6 eV. It is emitted as photon $$\lambda = \frac{1240}{6} = 206 \, nm$$ $$f = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{206 \times 10^{-9}} = 1.45 \times 10^{15} \, Hz$$ $$= 1.45 \times 10^9 \, Hz$$

Question 36

Physics · Thermal Properties of Matter · Single correct

Two thin metallic spherical shells of radii $r_1$ and $r_2$ ($r_1 < r_2$) are placed with their centres coinciding. A material of thermal conductivity $K$ is filled in the space between the shells. The inner shell is maintained at temperature $\theta_1$ and the outer shell at temperature $\theta_2$ ($\theta_1 < \theta_2$). The rate at which heat flows radially through the material is :-

  1. $\frac{4\pi Kr_1r_2(\theta_2-\theta_1)}{r_2-r_1}$
  2. $\frac{\pi r_1r_2(\theta_2-\theta_1)}{r_2-r_1}$
  3. $\frac{K(\theta_2-\theta_1)}{r_2-r_1}$
  4. $\frac{K(\theta_2-\theta_1)(r_2-r_1)}{4\pi r_1f_2}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Thermal resistance of spherical sheet of thickness $dr$ and radius $r$ is $$dR = \frac{dr}{K(4\pi r^2)}$$ $$R = \int_{r_1}^{r_2} \frac{dr}{K(4\pi r^2)}$$ $$R = \frac{1}{4\pi K} \left( \frac{1}{r_1} - \frac{1}{r_2} \right) = \frac{1}{4\pi K} \left( \frac{r_2 - r_1}{r_1 r_2} \right)$$ Thermal current $(i) = \frac{\theta_2 - \theta_1}{R}$ $$i = \frac{4\pi K r_1 r_2}{r_2 - r_1} (\theta_2 - \theta_1)$$

Question 37

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

If $V_A$ and $V_B$ are the input voltages (either $5 \, \mathrm{V}$ or $0 \, \mathrm{V}$) and $V_o$ is the output voltage then the two gates represented in the following circuit (A) and (B) are:-

  1. AND and OR Gate
  2. OR and NOT Gate
  3. NAND and NOR Gate
  4. AND and NOT Gate

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $V_A = 5 \, \mathrm{V} \Rightarrow A = 1$, $V_A = 0 \, \mathrm{V} \Rightarrow A = 0$, $V_B = 5 \, \mathrm{V} \Rightarrow B = 1$, $V_B = 0 \, \mathrm{V} \Rightarrow B = 0$. If $A = B = 0$, there is no potential anywhere here $V_0 = 0$. If $A = 1$, $B = 0$, Diode $D_1$ is forward biased, here $V_0 = 5 \, \mathrm{V}$. If $A = 0$, $B = 1$, Diode $D_2$ is forward biased hence $V_0 = 5 \, \mathrm{V}$. If $A = 1$, $B = 1$, both diodes are forward biased hence $V_0 = 5 \, \mathrm{V}$. Truth table for 1st circuit: $$\begin{array}{ccc} A & B & Output \\ 0 & 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & 1 \\ 1 & 0 & 1 \\ 1 & 1 & 1 \\ \end{array}$$ Thus, the given circuit is an OR gate. For the 2nd circuit, $V_B = 5 \, \mathrm{V}$, $A = 1$ and $V_B = 0 \, \mathrm{V}$, $A = 0$. When $A = 0$, the E-B junction is unbiased, there is no current through it, therefore $V_0 = 1$. When $A = 1$, the E-B junction is forward biased, $V_0 = 0$. Thus, this circuit is not a gate.

Question 38

Physics · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter · Single correct

Consider two separate ideal gases of electrons and protons having same number of particles. The temperature of both the gases are same. The ratio of the uncertainty in determining the position of an electron to that of a proton is proportional to :-

  1. $\left( \frac{m_p}{m_e} \right)^{3/2}$
  2. $\sqrt{\frac{m_e}{m_p}}$
  3. $\sqrt{\frac{m_p}{m_e}}$
  4. $\frac{m_p}{m_e}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the uncertainty principle: $$\Delta x \cdot \Delta p \geq \frac{h}{4\pi}$$ We have: $$\Delta x = \frac{h}{4\pi m \Delta v}$$ and $$v = \sqrt{\frac{3KT}{m}}$$ Therefore, $$\frac{\Delta x_e}{\Delta x_p} = \sqrt{\frac{m_p}{m_e}}$$

Question 39

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

A bob of mass 'm' suspended by a thread of length $l$ undergoes simple harmonic oscillations with time period $T$. If the bob is immersed in a liquid that has density $\frac{1}{4}$ times that of the bob and the length of the thread is increased by $\frac{1}{3}$ of the original length, then the time period of the simple harmonic oscillations will be :-

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

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $T = 2\pi \sqrt{\ell/g}$. When bob is immersed in liquid, $mg_{eff} = mg - Buoyant force$. $mg_{eff} = mg - v \rho g$ ($\sigma$ = density of liquid$). $= mg - v \frac{\rho}{4} g$ $= mg - \frac{mg}{4} = \frac{3mg}{4}$ Therefore, $g_{eff} = \frac{3g}{4}$. $$T_1 = 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{\ell_1}{g_{eff}}}$$ $$\ell_1 = \ell + \frac{\ell}{3} = \frac{4\ell}{3}, \ell_{eff} = \frac{3g}{4}$$ By solving, $$T_1 = \frac{4}{3} 2\pi \sqrt{\ell/g}$$ $$T_1 = \frac{4}{3} T$$

Question 40

Physics · Mathematics in Physics · Single correct

Statement : I If three forces $\vec{F}_1$, $\vec{F}_2$ and $\vec{F}_3$ are represented by three sides of a triangle and $\vec{F}_1 + \vec{F}_2 = -\vec{F}_3$, then these three forces are concurrent forces and satisfy the condition for equilibrium. Statement : II A triangle made up of three forces $\vec{F}_1$, $\vec{F}_2$ and $\vec{F}_3$ as its sides taken in the same order, satisfy the condition for translatory equilibrium. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

  1. Statement-I is false but Statement-II is true
  2. Statement-I is true but Statement-II is false
  3. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are false
  4. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are true

Answer: (d)

Solution

Here $\vec{F}_1 + \vec{F}_2 + \vec{F}_3 = 0$ $$\vec{F}_1 + \vec{F}_2 = -\vec{F}_3$$ Since $\vec{F}_{nt} = 0$ (equilibrium) Both statements correct

Question 41

Physics · Physical World, Units and Measurements · Single correct

If velocity [V], time [T] and force [F] are chosen as the base quantities, the dimensions of the mass will be :

  1. $\left[\mathrm{FT}^{-1} \mathrm{V}^{-1}\right]$
  2. $\left[\mathrm{FTV}^{-1}\right]$
  3. $\left[\mathrm{FT}^2 \mathrm{V}\right]$
  4. $\left[\mathrm{FVT}^{-1}\right]$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $[M] = K[F]^a[T]^b[V]^c$. $$[M^1] = \left[M^1 L^1 T^{-2}\right]^a \left[T^1\right]^b \left[L^1 T^{-1}\right]^c$$ a = 1, b = 1, c = -1 Therefore, $[M] = \left[FTV^{-1}\right]$

Question 42

Physics · Electromagnetic Waves · Single correct

The magnetic field vector of an electromagnetic wave is given by $\mathbf{B} = B_0 \frac{\hat{i} + \hat{j}}{\sqrt{2}} \cos(kz - \omega t)$; where $\hat{i}, \hat{j}$ represents unit vector along $x$ and $y$-axis respectively. At $t = 0 \, \mathrm{s}$, two electric charges $q_1$ of $4\pi$ coulomb and $q_2$ of $2\pi$ coulomb located at $\left(0, 0, \frac{\pi}{k}\right)$ and $\left(0, 0, \frac{3\pi}{k}\right)$, respectively, have the same velocity of $0.5c\hat{i}$, (where $c$ is the velocity of light). The ratio of the force acting on charge $q_1$ to $q_2$ is :-

  1. $2\sqrt{2} : 1$
  2. $1 : \sqrt{2}$
  3. $2 : 1$
  4. $\sqrt{2} : 1$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\vec{F} = q(\vec{V} \times \vec{B})$. $$\vec{F}_1 = 4\pi \left[ 0.5 \hat{i} \times B_0 \left( \frac{\hat{i} + \hat{j}}{2} \right) \cos \left( K \cdot \frac{\pi}{K} - 0 \right) \right]$$ $$\vec{F}_2 = 2\pi \left[ 0.5c \hat{i} \times B_0 \left( \frac{\hat{i} + \hat{j}}{2} \right) \cos \left( K \cdot \frac{3\pi}{K} - 0 \right) \right]$$ $\cos \pi = -1$, $\cos 3\pi = -1$. Therefore, $\frac{F_1}{F_2} = 2$.

Question 43

Physics · Current Electricity · Single correct

The equivalent resistance of the given circuit between the terminals A and B is:

  1. $0\,\Omega$
  2. $3\,\Omega$
  3. $\frac{9}{2}\,\Omega$
  4. $1\,\Omega$

Answer: (d)

Solution

The circuit is simplified by combining resistors in parallel and series. First, the two pairs of $2 \, \Omega$ resistors are combined in parallel, resulting in $2 \, \Omega$. Next, the $3 \, \Omega$ resistors are combined in parallel, resulting in $1.5 \, \Omega$. These results are then combined in series with the $2 \, \Omega$ resistor. Finally, the equivalent resistance is calculated as follows: $$R_{eq} = \frac{3 \times 3/2}{3 + 3/2} = \frac{9/2}{9/2} = 1 \, \Omega.$$

Question 44

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

Choose the incorrect statement : (a) The electric lines of force entering into a Gaussian surface provide negative flux. (b) A charge ' q ' is placed at the centre of a cube. The flux through all the faces will be the same. ($c$) In a uniform electric field net flux through a closed Gaussian surface containing no net charge, is zero. (d) When electric field is parallel to a Gaussian surface, it provides a finite non-zero flux. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

  1. and (d) only
  2. and (d) only
  3. only
  4. and (c) only

Answer: (c)

Solution

Since $\phi = \vec{E} \cdot \vec{A} = EA \cos \theta$. $\theta = 90^\circ$ Therefore, $\phi = 0$

Question 45

Physics · Kinetic Theory · Single correct

A mixture of hydrogen and oxygen has volume $500 \, \mathrm{cm}^3$, temperature $300 \, \mathrm{K}$, pressure $400 \, \mathrm{kPa}$ and mass $0.76 \, \mathrm{g}$. The ratio of masses of oxygen to hydrogen will be :-

  1. 3 : 8
  2. 3 : 16
  3. 16 : 3
  4. 8 : 3

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the equation $PV = nRT$, we have: $$400 \times 10^3 \times 500 \times 10^{-6} = n \left( \frac{25}{3} \right) (300)$$ Solving for $n$, we get: $$n = \frac{2}{25}$$ We also have $n = n_1 + n_2$: $$\frac{2}{25} = \frac{M_1}{2} + \frac{M_2}{32}$$ Additionally, $M_1 + M_2 = 0.76 \, \mathrm{gm}$. The ratio is given by: $$\frac{M_2}{M_1} = \frac{16}{3}$$

Question 46

Physics · Work, Energy and Power · Single correct

A block moving horizontally on a smooth surface with a speed of 40 $\mathrm{m/s}$ splits into two parts with masses in the ratio of 1 : 2. If the smaller part moves at 60 $\mathrm{m/s}$ in the same direction, then the fractional change in kinetic energy is :-

  1. $\frac{1}{3}$
  2. $\frac{2}{3}$
  3. $\frac{1}{8}$
  4. $\frac{1}{4}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the equation $3MV_0 = 2MV_2 + MV_1$. We have $3 V_0 = 2 V_2 + V_1$. Solving for $V_2$, we get $120 = 2 V_2 + 60 \Rightarrow V_2 = 30 \, \mathrm{m/s}$. The change in kinetic energy is given by $$\frac{\Delta K.E.}{K.E} = \frac{\frac{1}{2}MV_1^2 + \frac{1}{2}2MV_2^2 - \frac{1}{2}3MV_0^2}{\frac{1}{2}3MV_0^2}$$ which simplifies to $$= \frac{V_1^2 + 2 V_2^2 - 3 V_0^2}{3 V_0^2}$$ $$= \frac{3600 + 1800 - 4800}{4800}$$ $$= \frac{1}{8}$$

Question 47

Physics · Electromagnetic Induction · Single correct

A coil is placed in a magnetic field $\vec{B}$ as shown below:

  1. Outward and decreasing with time
  2. Parallel to the plane of coil and decreasing with time
  3. Outward and increasing with time
  4. Parallel to the plane of coil and increasing with time

Answer: (a)

Solution

The vector $\vec{B}$ must not be parallel to the plane of the coil for non-zero flux, and according to Lenz's law, if $\vec{B}$ is outward, it should be decreasing for anticlockwise induced current.

Question 48

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

For a body executing S.H.M.: $(a)$ Potential energy is always equal to its K.E. $(b)$ Average potential and kinetic energy over any given time interval are always equal. $(c)$ Sum of the kinetic and potential energy at any point of time is constant. $(d)$ Average K.E. in one time period is equal to average potential energy in one time period. Choose the most appropriate option from the options given below:

  1. $(c)$ and $(d)$
  2. only $(c)$
  3. $(b)$ and $(c)$
  4. only $(b)$

Answer: (a)

Solution

In S.H.M. total mechanical energy remains constant and also $\langle K.E. \rangle = \langle P.E. \rangle = \frac{1}{4} K A^2$ (for 1 time period)

Question 49

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

Statement-I : To get a steady dc output from the pulsating voltage received from a full wave rectifier we can connect a capacitor across the output parallel to the load $R_L$ Statement-II : To get a steady dc output from the pulsating voltage received from a full wave rectifier we can connect an inductor in series with $R_L$. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

  1. Statement I is true but Statement II is false
  2. Statement I is false but Statement II is true
  3. Both Statement I and Statement II are false
  4. Both Statement I and Statement II are true

Answer: (d)

Solution

To convert pulsating dc into steady dc both of mentioned method are correct.

Question 50

Physics · Gravitation · Single correct

If $R_E$ be the radius of Earth, then the ratio between the acceleration due to gravity at a depth 'r' below and a height 'r' above the earth surface is : (Given : $r < R_E$)

  1. $1 - \frac{r}{R_E} - \frac{r^2}{R_E^2} - \frac{r^3}{R_E^3}$
  2. $1 + \frac{r}{R_E} + \frac{r^2}{R_E^2} + \frac{r^3}{R_E^3}$
  3. $1 + \frac{r}{R_E} - \frac{r^2}{R_E^2} + \frac{r^3}{R_E^3}$
  4. $1 + \frac{r}{R_E} - \frac{r^2}{R_E^2} - \frac{r^3}{R_E^3}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $$g_{up} = \frac{g}{\left(1 + \frac{r}{R}\right)^2}$$ $$g_{down} = g \left(1 - \frac{r}{R}\right)$$ The ratio is $$\frac{g_{down}}{g_{up}} = \left(1 - \frac{r}{R}\right) \left(1 + \frac{r}{R}\right)^2$$ Expanding the expression, we have $$= \left(1 - \frac{r}{R}\right) \left(1 + \frac{2r}{R} + \frac{r^2}{R^2}\right)$$ Simplifying further, $$= 1 + \frac{r}{R} - \frac{r^2}{R^2} - \frac{r^3}{R^3}$$

Question 51

Physics · Communication Systems · Numerical

A bandwidth of $6\,\mathrm{MHz}$ is available for A.M. transmission. If the maximum audio signal frequency used for modulating the carrier wave is not to exceed $6\,\mathrm{kHz}$. The number of stations that can be broadcasted within this band simultaneously without interfering with each other will be ....

Answer: 500

Solution

Signal bandwidth = 2fm = 12$\mathrm{kHz}$ Therefore, N = $\frac{6\,\mathrm{MHz}}{12\,\mathrm{kHz}}$ = $\frac{6 \times 10^6}{12 \times 10^3}$ = 500

Question 52

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Numerical

A parallel plate capacitor of capacitance $200 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$ is connected to a battery of $200 \, \mathrm{V}$. A dielectric slab of dielectric constant $2$ is now inserted into the space between plates of capacitor while the battery remain connected. The change in the electrostatic energy in the capacitor will be .....J.

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $\Delta U = \frac{1}{2}(\Lambda C)V^2$. $$\Delta U = \frac{1}{2}(KC - C)V^2$$ $$\Delta U = \frac{1}{2}(2 - 1)CV^2$$ $$\Delta U = \frac{1}{2} \times 200 \times 10^{-6} \times 200 \times 200$$ $$\Delta U = 4 \, \mathrm{J}$$

Question 53

Physics · Magnetism and Matter · Numerical

A long solenoid with 1000 turns/m has a core material with relative permeability 500 and volume $10^3 \, \mathrm{cm}^3$. If the core material is replaced by another material having relative permeability of 750 with same volume maintaining same current of 0.75 A in the solenoid, the fractional change in the magnetic moment of the core would be approximately $\left( \frac{x}{499} \right)$. Find the value of ....x.

Answer: 250

Solution

$\frac{\Delta M}{M}$ $=\frac{\Delta p_{x}}{p_{x}}$ $=\frac{250}{500}$ $=\frac{1}{2}$ $\frac{1}{2}$ $=\frac{x}{495}$ $\Rightarrow x=250$

Question 54

Physics · Motion in a Straight Line · Numerical

A particle is moving with constant acceleration 'a'. Following graph shows $v^2$ versus $x$ (displacement) plot. The acceleration of the particle is ..... m/s$^2$.

Answer: 1

Solution

Given $$y = mx + C$$ $$v^2 = \frac{20}{10}x + 20$$ $$v^2 = 2x + 20$$ $$2v \frac{dv}{dx} = 2$$ Therefore, $$a = v \frac{dv}{dx} = 1$$

Question 55

Physics · Wave Optics · Numerical

In a Young's double slit experiment, the slits are separated by 0.3 mm and the screen is 1.5 m away from the plane of slits. Distance between fourth bright fringes on both sides of central bright is 2.4 cm. The frequency of light used is .... $\times 10^{14} \, \mathrm{Hz}$

Answer: 5

Solution

Given $8 \beta = 2.4 \, \mathrm{cm}$. $$\frac{8 \lambda \Delta}{d} = 2.4 \, \mathrm{cm}$$ Substituting the values, $$\frac{8 \times 1.5 \times c}{0.3 \times 10^{-3} \times f} = 2.4 \times 10^{-2}$$ Solving for $f$, we find $$f = 5 \times 10^{14} \, \mathrm{Hz}$$

Question 56

Physics · Experimental Physics · Fill in the blank

The diameter of a spherical bob is measured using a vernier callipers. 9 divisions of the main scale, in the vernier callipers, are equal to 10 divisions of vernier scale. One main scale division is 1 mm. The main scale reading is 10 mm and$8^{\text{th}}$ division of vernier scale was found to coincide exactly with one of the main scale division. If the given vernier callipers has positive zero error of 0.04 cm, then the radius of the bob is ..... $\times 10^{-2}\,\mathrm{cm}$

Answer: 52

Solution

\[ \begin{aligned} 9\mathrm{MSD} &= 10\mathrm{VSD} \\ 9 \times 1\,\mathrm{mm} &= 10\mathrm{VSD} \\ \therefore\quad 1\mathrm{VSD} &= 0.9\,\mathrm{mm} \\ \mathrm{LC} &= 1\mathrm{MSD} - 1\mathrm{VSD} = 0.1\,\mathrm{mm} \\ \text{Reading} &= \mathrm{MSR} + \mathrm{VSR} \times \mathrm{LC} \\ &= 10 + 8 \times 0.1 = 10.8\,\mathrm{mm} \\ \text{Actual reading} &= 10.8 - 0.4 = 10.4\,\mathrm{mm} \\ \text{Radius} &= \frac{d}{2} = \frac{10.4}{2} = 5.2\,\mathrm{mm} \\ &= 52 \times 10^{-2}\,\mathrm{cm} \end{aligned} \]

Question 57

Physics · Thermodynamics · Numerical

A sample of gas with $\gamma = 1.5$ is taken through an adiabatic process in which the volume is compressed from $1200 \, \mathrm{cm}^3$ to $300 \, \mathrm{cm}^3$. If the initial pressure is $200 \, \mathrm{kPa}$. The absolute value of the workdone by the gas in the process $= \, \mathrm{J}$.

Answer: 480

Solution

Question 58

Physics · Alternating Current · Numerical

At very high frequencies, the effective impendance of the given circuit will be .... $\Omega$

Answer: 2

Solution

Given $X_L = 2 \pi f L$. $f$ is very large. Therefore, $X_L$ is very large, hence open circuit. $X_C = \frac{1}{2 \pi f C}$. $f$ is very large. Therefore, $X_C$ is very small, hence short circuit. Final circuit $Z_{eq} = 1 + \frac{2 \times 2}{2 + 2} = 2$

Question 59

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Numerical

Cross-section view of a prism is the equilateral triangle ABC in the figure. The minimum deviation is observed using this prism when the angle of incidence is equal to the prism angle. The time taken by light to travel from P (midpoint of BC) to A is .... $\times 10^{-10}$ s. (Given, speed of light in vacuum $= 3 \times 10^8$ m/s and $\cos 30^\circ = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$)

Answer: 5

Solution

Given $i = A = 60^\circ$. $\delta_{\min} = 2i - A$ $$= 2 \times 60^\circ - 60^\circ = 60^\circ$$ $$\mu = \frac{\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{\delta_{\min} + A}{2}\right)}{\sin'\left(\frac{A}{2}\right)}$$ $$= \sqrt{3}$$ $$V_{prism} = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{\sqrt{3}}$$ $$AP = 10 \times 10^{-2} \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$$ $$time = \frac{5 \times 10^{-2}}{3 \times 10^8} \times \sqrt{3} \times \sqrt{3}$$ $$= 5 \times 10^{-10} \, sec$$ Ans = 5

Question 60

Physics · Current Electricity · Numerical

A resistor dissipates 192 J of energy in 1 s when a current of 4 A is passed through it. Now, when the current is doubled, the amount of thermal energy dissipated in 5 s in..... J.

Answer: 3840

Solution

Given $E = i^2 R t$. $$192 = 16(R)(1)$$ Therefore, $R = 12 \, \Omega$. Now, $E^1 = (8)^2 (12)(5)$. Thus, $E = 3840 \, \mathrm{J}$.

Chemistry

Question 61

Chemistry · Organic Chemistry — Some Basic Principles & Techniques · Single correct

Arrange the following conformational isomers of n-butane in order of their increasing potential energy:

  1. II < III < IV < I
  2. I < IV < III < II
  3. II < IV < III < I
  4. I < III < IV < II

Answer: (d)

Solution

More stable less potential energy. Stability order: I > III > IV > II. So potential energy: II > IV > III > I.

Question 62

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

The $\mathrm{Eu}^{2+}$ ion is a strong reducing agent in spite of its ground state electronic configuration (outermost): [Atomic number of Eu = 63]

  1. $4f^7\,6s^2$
  2. $4f^6$
  3. $4f^7$
  4. $4f^6\,6s^2$

Answer: (c)

Solution

$\mathrm{Eu}\rightarrow[\mathrm{Xe}]\,4f^7\,6s^2$ $\mathrm{Eu}^{2+}\rightarrow[\mathrm{Xe}]\,4f^7$

Question 63

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The structures of A and B formed in the following reaction are: [Ph = -$C_6H_5$]

Answer: (a)

Solution

The reaction begins with the formation of an acylium ion in the presence of $AlCl_3$. This ion undergoes electrophilic aromatic substitution (E.A.S.) with benzene to form compound (A), which is $C_6H_5CH_2CH_2COOH$. Further reduction with $Zn-Hg$ and $HCl$ leads to compound (B), which is $Ph-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-COOH$.

Question 64

Chemistry · Redox Reactions · Single correct

In which one of the following sets all species show disproportionation reaction?

  1. $\mathrm{ClO_2^-}, \mathrm{F_2}, \mathrm{MnO_4^-} and \mathrm{Cr_2O_7^{2-}}$
  2. $\mathrm{Cr_2O_7^{2-}}, \mathrm{MnO_4^-}, \mathrm{ClO_2^-} and \mathrm{Cl_2}$
  3. $\mathrm{MnO_4^-}, \mathrm{ClO_2^-}, \mathrm{Cl_2} and \mathrm{Mn^{3+}}$
  4. $\mathrm{ClO_4^-}, \mathrm{MnO_4^-}, \mathrm{ClO_2^-} and \mathrm{F_2}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

No option contains all species that show disproportionation reaction. $\mathrm{MnO_4^-}$ Mn is in $+7$ oxidation state (highest) hence cannot be simultaneously oxidized or reduced.

Question 65

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Single correct

Match List–I with List–II Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Cell constant \[ \left(\frac{\ell}{A}\right) \Rightarrow \text{Units}=\mathrm{m^{-1}} \] Molar conductivity $(\Lambda_m)$ \[ \Rightarrow \text{Units}=\mathrm{S\,m^2\,mol^{-1}} \] Conductivity $(\kappa)$ \[ \Rightarrow \text{Units}=\mathrm{S\,m^{-1}} \] Degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ \[ \Rightarrow \text{Dimensionless} \] Therefore, \[ (a)\text{--}(iii),\qquad (b)\text{--}(i),\qquad (c)\text{--}(iv),\qquad (d)\text{--}(ii) \]

Question 66

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

The major products A and B formed in the following reaction sequence are :

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction begins with the nucleophilic attack of the amine group $\mathrm{NH_2}$ on the carbonyl carbon of the ester $\mathrm{H_3C-C(=O)-O-C(=O)-CH_3}$. This forms an intermediate $\mathrm{Ph-NH_2^+-O-C-CH_3}$. The intermediate rearranges to form $\mathrm{Ph-NH-C-CH_3}$ and $\mathrm{O=C-CH_3}$. The proton transfer results in $\mathrm{Ph-NH-C-CH_3}$ (A). Upon treatment with $\mathrm{Br_2}$ and $\mathrm{CH_3COOH}$, the compound is transformed into $\mathrm{NH-C-CH_3}$ with a bromine substituent on the benzene ring, resulting in the major product (B).

Question 67

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Single correct

Which of the following is NOT an example of fibrous protein?

  1. Keratin
  2. Albumin
  3. Collagen
  4. Myosin

Answer: (b)

Solution

Keratin, collagen and myosin are examples of fibrous protein.

Question 68

Chemistry · Environmental Chemistry · Single correct

The deposition of X and Y on ground surfaces is referred as wet and dry depositions, respectively. X and Y are :

  1. X = Ammonium salts, Y = CO_2
  2. X = SO_2, Y = Ammonium salts
  3. X = Ammonium salts, Y = SO_2
  4. X = CO_2, Y = SO_2

Answer: (c)

Solution

Oxides of nitrogen and sulphur are acidic and settle down on ground as dry deposition. Ammonium salts in rain drops result in wet deposition.

Question 69

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

For the reaction given below : The compound which is not formed as a product in the reaction is a :

  1. compound with both alcohol and acid functional groups
  2. monocarboxylic acid
  3. dicarboxylic acid
  4. diol

Answer: (c)

Solution

The reaction involves the conversion of an aldehyde group to a carboxylate ion using $\mathrm{NaOH}$ and heat ($\Delta$). The reaction proceeds as follows: The starting compound is a benzene ring with an aldehyde group ($\mathrm{CHO}$) and a hydroxymethyl group ($\mathrm{CH_2OH}$). Upon treatment with $\mathrm{NaOH}$ and heat, the aldehyde group is converted to a carboxylate ion ($\mathrm{COO^-Na^+}$), resulting in the formation of a benzene ring with a hydroxymethyl group and a sodium carboxylate group. The reaction is then treated with $\mathrm{H_3O^+}$, which converts the sodium carboxylate group to a carboxylic acid group ($\mathrm{COOH}$). The final products are a benzene ring with two hydroxymethyl groups and a benzene ring with a hydroxymethyl group and a carboxylic acid group.

Question 70

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Single correct

Spin only magnetic moment in BM of $[\mathrm{Fe(CO)_4 (C_2O_4)]^+}$ is :

  1. 5.92
  2. 0
  3. 1
  4. 1.73

Answer: (d)

Solution

One unpaired electron. Spin only magnetic moment is given by $$\sqrt{3} \, \mathrm{B.M.} = 1.73 \, \mathrm{BM}$$

Question 71

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R ). Assertion (A) : Lithium salts are hydrated. Reason (R ) : Lithium has higher polarising power than other alkali metal group members. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Lithium salts are hydrated due to high hydration energy of $\mathrm{Li^+}$. $\mathrm{Li^+}$ due to smallest size in IA group has highest polarizing power.

Question 72

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Single correct

The incorrect expression among the following is:

  1. $\frac{\Delta G_{System}}{\Delta S_{Total}} = -T ( at constant P)$
  2. $\ln K = \frac{\Delta H^\circ - T \Delta S^\circ}{RT}$
  3. $K = e^{-\Delta G^\circ / RT}$
  4. For isothermal process $w_{reversible} = -nRT \ln \frac{V_f}{V_i}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Option (2) is incorrect $$\Delta G^\circ = -RT \ln K$$ $$\Delta H^\circ - T \Delta S^\circ = -RT \ln K$$ $$\ln K = -\left[ \frac{\Delta H^\circ - \Delta S^\circ}{RT} \right]$$

Question 73

Chemistry · Hydrogen · Single correct

Which one of the following statements is incorrect ?

  1. Atomic hydrogen is produced when $\mathrm{H}_2$ molecules at a high temperature are irradiated with UV radiation.
  2. At around $2000 \, \mathrm{K}$, the dissociation of dihydrogen into its atoms is nearly $8.1\%$.
  3. Bond dissociation enthalpy of $\mathrm{H}_2$ is highest among diatomic gaseous molecules which contain a single bond .
  4. Dihydrogen is produced on reacting zinc with $\mathrm{HCl}$ as well as $\mathrm{NaOH}_{(aq)}$.

Answer: (b)

Solution

Atomic hydrogen is produced at high temperature in an electric arc or under ultraviolet radiations. The dissociation of dihydrogen at 2000 K is only 0.081%. H-H bond dissociation enthalpy is highest for a single bond for any diatomic molecule. Dihydrogen can be produced on reacting Zn with dil. HCl as well as NaOH (aq.).

Question 74

Chemistry · Polymers · Single correct

Which among the following is not a polyester?

  1. Novolac
  2. PHBV
  3. Dacron
  4. Glyptal

Answer: (a)

Solution

Novalac is a linear polymer of $[\mathrm{Ph} - \mathrm{OH} + \mathrm{HCHO}]$. So ester linkage not present. So novalac is not a polyester.

Question 75

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

Which one of the following correctly represents the order of stability of oxides, $X_2O$; ( $X$ = halogen )?

  1. Br > Cl > I
  2. Br > I > Cl
  3. Cl > I > Br
  4. I > Cl > Br

Answer: (d)

Solution

Stability of oxides of Halogens is $$\mathrm{I} > \mathrm{Cl} > \mathrm{Br}$$

Question 76

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Single correct

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

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

$\text{Mn}^{2+} \rightarrow \text{III group}$ $\text{As}^{3+} \rightarrow \text{II B group}$ $\text{Cu}^{2+} \rightarrow \text{II A group}$ $\text{Al}^{3+} \rightarrow \text{IV group}$

Question 77

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The major product of the following reaction is :

Answer: (c)

Solution

NaOH + EtOH is known as alcoholic NaOH, so it gives $\mathrm{E^2}$ reaction with given alkyl halide.

Question 78

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

For the following:

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction sequence begins with benzene reacting with $\mathrm{Br_2}$ and $\mathrm{Fe}$ under heat $\Delta$ to form bromobenzene. Bromobenzene then reacts with $\mathrm{Mg}$ in dry ether to form phenylmagnesium bromide ($\mathrm{PhMgBr}$). This Grignard reagent reacts with $\mathrm{CH_3OH}$ to form a compound with $\mathrm{Br}$ and $\mathrm{MgOCH_3}$ groups.

Question 79

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

Identify correct A, B and C in the reaction sequence given below:

Answer: (a)

Solution

The reaction sequence starts with benzene. It undergoes nitration with $\mathrm{HNO_3}$ and $\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$ under heat $\Delta$ to form nitrobenzene $[A]$. Then, $[A]$ reacts with $\mathrm{Cl_2}$ in the presence of anhydrous $\mathrm{AlCl_3}$ to form $[B]$, which is chloronitrobenzene. Finally, $[B]$ is reduced with $\mathrm{Fe/HCl}$ to form $[C]$, which is chloroaniline.

Question 80

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

The number of $\mathrm{S} = \mathrm{O}$ bonds present in sulphurous acid, peroxodisulphuric acid and pyrosulphuric acid, respectively are:

  1. 2,3 and 4
  2. 1,4 and 3
  3. 2,4 and 3
  4. 1,4 and 4

Answer: (d)

Solution

Sulphurous acid has 1 S=O bond. Peroxodisulphuric acid has 4 S=O bonds. Pyrosulphuric acid has 4 S=O bonds.

Question 81

Chemistry · Surface Chemistry · Numerical

$\mathrm{CH_4}$ is adsorbed on $1\,\mathrm{g}$ charcoal at $0^\circ\mathrm{C}$ following the Freundlich adsorption isotherm. $10.0\,\mathrm{mL}$ of $\mathrm{CH_4}$ is adsorbed at $100\,\mathrm{mm}$ of Hg, whereas $15.0\,\mathrm{mL}$ is adsorbed at $200\,\mathrm{mm}$ of Hg. The volume of $\mathrm{CH_4}$ adsorbed at $300\,\mathrm{mm}$ of Hg is $10^x\,\mathrm{mL}$. The value of $x$ is ____ $\times 10^{-2}$. (Nearest integer) [Use $\log_{10}2 = 0.3010$, $\log_{10}3 = 0.4771$]

Answer: 128

Solution

We know $\frac{x}{m} = KP^{1/n}$; using $(x \propto V)$ $\Rightarrow \frac{10}{1} = K \times (100)^{1/n} \ldots (1)$ $\frac{15}{1} = K \times (200)^{1/n} \ldots (2)$ $\frac{V}{1} = K \times (300)^{1/n} \ldots (3)$ Divide $(2)/(1)$ $\frac{15}{10} = 2^{1/n}$ $\log\left(\frac{3}{2}\right) = \frac{1}{n}\log 2$ $\frac{1}{n} = \frac{\log 3 - \log 2}{\log 2} = \frac{0.4771 - 0.3010}{0.3010}$ $\frac{1}{n} = 0.585$ Divide $(3)/(1)$ $\frac{V}{10} = 3^{1/n}$ $\log\left(\frac{V}{10}\right) = \frac{1}{n}\log 3$ $\log\left(\frac{V}{10}\right) = 0.585 \times 0.4771 = 0.2791$ $\frac{V}{10} = 10^{0.2791}$ $\Rightarrow V = 10 \times 10^{0.2791}$ $\Rightarrow V = 10^{1.279} = 10^x$ $\Rightarrow x = 1.279$ $\Rightarrow x = 128 \times 10^{-2}$ (Nearest integer)

Question 82

Chemistry · Solutions · Numerical

1.22 g of an organic acid is separately dissolved in 100 g of benzene ($K_b = 2.6\ K\ kg\ mol^{-1}$) and 100 g of acetone ($K_b = 1.7\ K\ kg\ mol^{-1}$). The acid is known to dimerize in benzene but remains as a monomer in acetone. The boiling point of the solution in acetone increases by 0.17°C. The increase in boiling point of the solution in benzene is $x \times 10^{-2}$ °C. The value of $x$ is ____ (nearest integer). [Atomic masses: C = 12.0, H = 1.0, O = 16.0.]

Answer: 13

Solution

With benzene as solvent $$\Delta T_b = i K_b m$$ $$\Delta T_b = \frac{1}{2} \times 2.6 \times \frac{1.22/M_w}{100/1000} \ldots (1)$$ With Acetone as solvent $$\Delta T_b = i K_b m$$ $$0.17 = 1 \times 1.7 \times \frac{1.22/M_w}{100/1000} \ldots (2)$$ (1) / (2) $$\frac{\Delta T_b}{0.17} = \frac{\frac{1}{2} \times 2.6 + \frac{1.22/M_w}{100/1000}}{1 \times 1.7 \times \frac{1.22/M_w}{100/1000}}$$ $$\Delta T_b = \frac{0.26}{2}$$ $$\Delta T_b = 13 \times 10^2$$ $$\Rightarrow x = 13$$

Question 83

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Fill in the blank

The value of magnetic quantum number of the outermost electron of $\mathrm{Zn}^{+}$ ion is .

Answer: 0

Solution

The electron configuration for $\mathrm{Zn}^+$ is $1s^2 \, 2s^2 \, 2p^6 \, 3s^2 \, 3p^6 \, 3d^{10} \, 4s^1$. The outermost electron is in the $4s$ subshell. Therefore, $m = 0$.

Question 84

Chemistry · The Solid State · Numerical

The empirical formula for a compound with a cubic close packed arrangement of anions and with cations occupying all the octahedral sites in $A_x B$. The value of $x$ is ____.

Answer: 1

Solution

Anions from CCP or FCC ($A^-$) $= 4A^-$ per unit cell. Cations occupy all octahedral voids ($B^+$) $= 4B^+$ per unit cell. Cell formula $\rightarrow A_4 B_4$ Empirical formula $\rightarrow AB$ $\rightarrow (x = 1)$

Question 85

Chemistry · General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements · Numerical

In the electrolytic refining of blister copper, the total number of main impurities, from the following, removed as anode mud is ____ Pb, Sb, Se, Te, Ru, Ag, Au and Pt

Answer: 6

Solution

Anode mud contains Sb, Se, Te, Ag, Au and Pt.

Question 86

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Numerical

The pH of a solution obtained by mixing $50 \, \mathrm{mL}$ of $1 \, \mathrm{M}$ HCl and $30 \, \mathrm{mL}$ of $1 \, \mathrm{M}$ NaOH is $x \times 10^{-4}$. The value of $x$ is ____. (Nearest integer) [$\log 2.5 = 0.3979$]

Answer: 6021

Solution

The reaction is given by: $$\mathrm{HCl(aq) + NaOH(aq) \rightarrow NaCl(aq) + H_2O(\ell)}$$ At $t = 0$, the volumes and concentrations are $50 \, \mathrm{ml}, 1 \, \mathrm{M}$ for HCl and $30 \, \mathrm{ml}, 1 \, \mathrm{M}$ for NaOH. At $t = \infty$, the volumes are $20 \, \mathrm{mm}$ for HCl and none for NaOH. The concentration of HCl is calculated as: $$[\mathrm{HCl}] = \frac{20}{80} = \frac{1}{4} \, \mathrm{M} = 2.5 \times 10^{-1} \, \mathrm{M}$$ The pH is calculated as: $$\mathrm{pH} = -\log 2.15 \times 10^{-1} = 1 - 0.3979 = 0.6021$$ Finally, the pH is: $$\mathrm{pH} = 6021 \times 10^{-4}$$

Question 87

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Numerical

For the reaction $\mathrm{A \rightarrow B}$, the rate constant $k$ (in $\mathrm{s^{-1}}$) is given by $\log_{10} k = 20.35 - \dfrac{2.47 \times 10^3}{T}$ The energy of activation in $\mathrm{kJ\,mol^{-1}}$ is __. (Round off to the nearest integer.) Given: $R = 8.314\,\mathrm{J\,K^{-1}\,mol^{-1}}$

Answer: 47

Solution

Given $\log K = 20.35 - \frac{2.47 \times 10^3}{T}$. We know $\log K = \log A - \frac{E_a}{2.303RT}$. Therefore, $$\frac{E_a}{2.303RT} = 2.47 \times 10^3$$ $$E_a = 2.47 \times 10^3 \times 2.303 \times \frac{8.314}{1000} KJ/mole$$ $$= 47.29 = 47 (Nearest integer)$$

Question 88

Chemistry · Solutions · Numerical

Sodium oxide reacts with water to produce sodium hydroxide. $20.0\ \mathrm{g}$ of sodium oxide is dissolved in $500\ \mathrm{mL}$ of water. Neglecting the change in volume, the concentration of the resulting $\mathrm{NaOH}$ solution is ______ $\times10^{-1}\ \mathrm{M}$. (Nearest integer) [Atomic mass : $\mathrm{Na}=23.0,\ \mathrm{O}=16.0,\ \mathrm{H}=1.0$]

Answer: 13

Solution

$\mathrm{Na_2O+H_2O\rightarrow2NaOH}$ $\frac{20}{62}\ \text{moles}$ Moles of $\mathrm{NaOH}$ formed $=\frac{20}{62}\times2$ $[\mathrm{NaOH}]=\frac{\frac{40}{62}}{\frac{500}{1000}}=1.29\,\mathrm{M}=13\times10^{-1}\,\mathrm{M}$ (Nearest integer)

Question 89

Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Numerical

According to molecular orbital theory, the number of unpaired electron(s) in $\mathrm{O}_2^{2-}$ is:

Answer: 0

Solution

Molecular orbital configuration of $\mathrm{O_2^{2-}}$ is $$\sigma_{1s}^2 \sigma_{1s}^{*2} \sigma_{2s}^2 \sigma_{2s}^{*2} (\pi 2p_x^2 = \pi 2p_y^2) (\pi_{2p_x}^{*2} = \pi_{2p_y}^{*2})$$ Zero unpaired electron

Question 90

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

The transformation occurring in Duma's method is given below: $$\mathrm{C_2H_7N} + \left(2x + \frac{y}{2}\right)\mathrm{CuO} \rightarrow x\mathrm{CO_2} + \frac{y}{2}\mathrm{H_2O} + \frac{z}{2}\mathrm{N_2} + \left(2x + \frac{y}{2}\right)\mathrm{Cu}$$ The value of $y$ is ____. (Integer answer)

Answer: 7

Solution

Given the reaction: $$\mathrm{C_2H_7N} + \left(2x + \frac{y}{2}\right) \mathrm{CuO} \rightarrow x \mathrm{CO_2} + \frac{y}{2} \mathrm{H_2O} + \frac{z}{2} \mathrm{N_2} + \left(2x + \frac{y}{2}\right) \mathrm{Cu}$$ On balancing $$\mathrm{C_2H_7N} + \frac{15}{2} \mathrm{CuO} \rightarrow 2 \mathrm{CO_2} + \frac{7}{2} \mathrm{H_2O} + \frac{1}{2} \mathrm{N_2} + \frac{15}{2} \mathrm{Cu}$$ On comparing $$y = 7$$