JEE Main 25 February 2021 Shift 2 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

Let $A$ be a $3\times3$ matrix with $\det(A)=4$. Let $R_i$ denote the $i^{\text{th}}$ row of $A$. If a matrix $B$ is obtained by performing the operation $R_2 \rightarrow 2R_2+5R_3$ on $2A$, then $\det(B)$ is equal to:

  1. 64
  2. 16
  3. 80
  4. 128

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $$A = \begin{bmatrix} R_{11} & R_{12} & R_{13} \\ R_{21} & R_{22} & R_{23} \\ R_{31} & R_{32} & R_{33} \end{bmatrix}$$ Then $$2A = \begin{bmatrix} 2R_{11} & 2R_{12} & 2R_{13} \\ 2R_{21} & 2R_{22} & 2R_{23} \\ 2R_{31} & 2R_{32} & 2R_{33} \end{bmatrix}$$ Perform the row operation $$R_2 \to 2R_2 + 5R_3$$ Thus, $$B = \begin{bmatrix} 2R_{11} & 2R_{12} & 2R_{13} \\ 4R_{21} + 10R_{31} & 4R_{22} + 10R_{32} & 4R_{23} + 10R_{33} \\ 2R_{31} & 2R_{32} & 2R_{33} \end{bmatrix}$$ Perform the row operation $$R_2 \to R_2 - 5R_3$$ Then $$B = \begin{bmatrix} 2R_{11} & 2R_{12} & 2R_{13} \\ 4R_{21} & 4R_{22} & 4R_{23} \\ 2R_{31} & 2R_{32} & 2R_{33} \end{bmatrix}$$ The determinant is $$|B| = \begin{vmatrix} 2R_{11} & 2R_{12} & 2R_{13} \\ 4R_{21} & 4R_{22} & 4R_{23} \\ 2R_{31} & 2R_{32} & 2R_{33} \end{vmatrix}$$ This can be simplified to $$|B| = 2 \times 2 \times 4 \begin{vmatrix} R_{11} & R_{12} & R_{13} \\ R_{21} & R_{22} & R_{23} \\ R_{31} & R_{32} & R_{33} \end{vmatrix}$$ Which equals $$= 16 \times 4$$ Thus, $$= 64$$

Question 2

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

The integral $\int \frac{e^{3 \log_e 2x + 5e^{2 \log_e 2x}}}{e^{4 \log_e x + 5e^{3 \log_e x - 7e^{2 \log_e x}}}} \, dx, \ x > 0$, is equal to: (where $c$ is a constant of integration)

  1. $\log_e |x^2 + 5x - 7| + c$
  2. $\frac{1}{4} \log_e |x^2 + 5x - 7| + c$
  3. $4 \log_e |x^2 + 5x - 7| + c$
  4. $\log_e \sqrt{x^2 + 5x - 7} + c$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the integral $$\int \frac{e^{3 \log_e x} + 5 e^{2 \log_e x}}{e^{\log_e x} + 5 e^{\log_e x} - 7 e^{2 \log_e x}} \, dx$$ we simplify the expression. First, rewrite the exponents: $$= \int \frac{x^3 + 5x^2}{x + 5x - 7x^2} \, dx$$ Simplify the denominator: $$= \int \frac{x^3 + 5x^2}{6x - 7x^2} \, dx$$ Factor the denominator: $$= \int \frac{x^2(x + 5)}{x(6 - 7x)} \, dx$$ Cancel common terms: $$= \int \frac{x^2 + 5x}{6 - 7x} \, dx$$ Let $t = 6 - 7x$, then $dt = -7 \, dx$ or $dx = -\frac{1}{7} \, dt$. Substitute and integrate: $$= \int \frac{-4}{t} \, dt$$ Integrate: $$= -4 \ln |t| + C$$ Substitute back for $t$: $$= 4 \ln |6 - 7x| + C$$ Thus, the solution is: $$= 4 \ln |x^2 + 5x - 7| + c$$

Question 3

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

The shortest distance between the line $x - y = 1$ and the curve $x^2 = 2y$ is:

  1. $\frac{1}{2}$
  2. 0
  3. $\frac{1}{2\sqrt{2}}$
  4. $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Shortest distance must be along common normal. Given $m_1$ (slope of line $x - y = 1$) $= 1$ implies slope of perpendicular line $= -1$. $m_2 = \frac{2x}{2} = x \implies m_2 = h$ implies slope of normal $= -\frac{1}{h}$. $-\frac{1}{h} = -1 \implies h = 1$. So point is $\left(1, \frac{1}{2}\right)$. $$D = \left| \frac{1 - \frac{1}{2} - 1}{\sqrt{1+1}} \right| = \frac{1}{2\sqrt{2}}$$

Question 4

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Single correct

If $\alpha, \beta \in \mathbb{R}$ are such that $1 - 2i$ (here $i^2 = -1$) is a root of $z^2 + \alpha z + \beta = 0$, then $(\alpha - \beta)$ is equal to:

  1. 7
  2. -3
  3. 3
  4. -7

Answer: (d)

Solution

$(1 - 2i)^2 + \alpha(1 - 2i) + \beta = 0$ $1 - 4 - 4i + \alpha - 2i\alpha + \beta = 0$ $(\alpha + \beta - 3) - i(4 + 2\alpha) = 0$ $\alpha + \beta - 3 = 0 \qquad \& \qquad 4 + 2\alpha = 0$ $\alpha = -2,\quad \beta = 5$ $\alpha - \beta = -7$

Question 5

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

A hyperbola passes through the foci of the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{25} + \frac{y^2}{16} = 1$ and its transverse and conjugate axes coincide with major and minor axes of the ellipse, respectively. If the product of their eccentricities is one, then the equation of the hyperbola is:

  1. $\frac{x^2}{9} - \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$
  2. $\frac{x^2}{9} - \frac{y^2}{16} = 1$
  3. $x^2 - y^2 = 9$
  4. $\frac{x^2}{9} - \frac{y^2}{25} = 1$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $e_1 = \sqrt{1 - \frac{16}{25}} = \frac{3}{5}$, foci $(\pm ae, 0)$. Foci $=(\pm 3, 0)$. Let the equation of the hyperbola be $\frac{x^2}{A^2} - \frac{y^2}{B^2} = 1$. Passes through $(\pm 3, 0)$, $A^2 = 9$, $A = 3$, $e_2 = \frac{5}{3}$. $$e_2^2 = 1 + \frac{B^2}{A^2}$$ $$\frac{25}{9} = 1 + \frac{B^2}{9} \Rightarrow B^2 = 16$$ Answer: $$\frac{x^2}{9} - \frac{y^2}{16} = 1$$

Question 6

Maths · Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

If $0<x,y<\pi$ and \[ \cos x+\cos y-\cos(x+y)=\frac{3}{2}, \] then $\sin x+\cos y$ is equal to:

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $$2 \cos \left( \frac{x+y}{2} \right) \cos \left( \frac{x-y}{2} \right) - \left[ 2 \cos^2 \left( \frac{x+y}{2} \right) - 1 \right] = \frac{3}{2}$$ $$2 \cos \left( \frac{x+y}{2} \right) \left[ \cos \left( \frac{x-y}{2} \right) - \cos \left( \frac{x+y}{2} \right) \right] = \frac{1}{2}$$ $$2 \cos \left( \frac{x+y}{2} \right) \left[ 2 \sin \left( \frac{x}{2} \right) \cdot \sin \left( \frac{y}{2} \right) \right] = \frac{1}{2}$$ $$\cos \left( \frac{x+y}{2} \right) \cdot \sin \left( \frac{x}{2} \right) \cdot \sin \left( \frac{y}{2} \right) = \frac{1}{8}$$ Possible when $\frac{x}{2} = 30^\circ$ and $\frac{y}{2} = 30^\circ$ $$x = y = 60^\circ$$ $$\sin x + \cos y = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = \frac{\sqrt{3}+1}{2}$$

Question 7

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

A plane passes through the points $A(1, 2, 3)$, $B(2, 3, 1)$ and $C(2, 4, 2)$. If $O$ is the origin and $P$ is $(2, -1, 1)$, then the projection of $\overrightarrow{OP}$ on this plane is of length:

  1. $\sqrt{\frac{2}{5}}$
  2. $\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}}$
  3. $\sqrt{\frac{2}{11}}$
  4. $\sqrt{\frac{2}{7}}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Equation of plane passing through A, B, C will be $$\begin{vmatrix} x-1 & y-2 & z-3 \\ 2-1 & 3-2 & 1-3 \\ 2-1 & 4-2 & 2-3 \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \begin{vmatrix} 1 & 1 & -2 \\ 1 & 2 & -1 \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow (x-1)(-1+4) - (y-2)(-1+2) + (z-3)(2-1) = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow (x-1)(3) - (y-2)(1) + (z-3)(1) = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow 3x - 3 - y + 2 + z - 3 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow 3x - y + z - 4 = 0,$$ is the required plane. Now, given O(0, 0, 0) & P(2, -1, 1) Plane is $3x - y + z - 4 = 0$ $O'$ & $P'$ are foot of perpendiculars. For $O'$ $$\frac{x-0}{3} = \frac{y-0}{-1} = \frac{z-0}{1} = \frac{-(-0+0+4)}{9+1+1}$$ $$\frac{x}{3} = \frac{y}{-1} = \frac{z}{1} = \frac{4}{11}$$ $$\Rightarrow O'\left(\frac{12}{11}, -\frac{4}{11}, \frac{4}{11}\right)$$ For $P'$ $$\frac{x-2}{3} = \frac{y+1}{-1} = \frac{z-1}{1} = \frac{-3(2)-(-1)+1-4}{9+1+1}$$ $$\frac{x-2}{3} = \frac{y+1}{-1} = \frac{z-1}{1} = \left(-\frac{4}{11}\right)$$ $$P'\left(-\frac{12}{11} + 2, \frac{4}{11} - 1, -\frac{4}{11} + 1\right)$$ $$\Rightarrow P'\left(\frac{10}{11}, -\frac{7}{11}, \frac{7}{11}\right)$$ $O'P' = \sqrt{\left(\frac{10}{11} - \frac{12}{11}\right)^2 + \left(-\frac{7}{11} + \frac{4}{11}\right)^2 + \left(\frac{7}{11} - \frac{4}{11}\right)^2}$ $$\Rightarrow O'P' = \frac{1}{11}\sqrt{4 + 9 + 9}$$ $$\Rightarrow O'P' = \frac{\sqrt{22}}{11}$$ $$\Rightarrow O'P' = \frac{\sqrt{2}\sqrt{11}}{11}$$ $$\Rightarrow O'P' = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{11}$$

Question 8

Maths · Probability · Single correct

In a group of 400 people, 160 are smokers and non-vegetarian; 100 are smokers and vegetarian and the remaining 140 are non-smokers and vegetarian. Their chances of getting a particular chest disorder are 35$\%$, 20$\%$ and 10$\%$ respectively. A person is chosen from the group at random and is found to be suffering from the chest disorder. The probability that the selected person is a smoker and non-vegetarian is:

  1. $\frac{7}{45}$
  2. $\frac{8}{45}$
  3. $\frac{14}{45}$
  4. $\frac{28}{45}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Based on Baye's theorem Probability = $$\frac{\left(160 \times \frac{35}{100}\right)}{\left(160 \times \frac{35}{100}\right) + \left(100 \times \frac{20}{100}\right) + \left(140 \times \frac{10}{100}\right)}$$ = $$\frac{5600}{9000}$$ = $$\frac{28}{45}$$

Question 9

Maths · Inverse Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

cosec $[ 2 \cot^{-1}(5) + \cos^{-1}(\frac{4}{5})]$ is equal to:

  1. $\frac{75}{56}$
  2. $\frac{65}{56}$
  3. $\frac{56}{33}$
  4. $\frac{65}{33}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$\csc \left( 2 \cot^{-1}(5) + \cos^{-1} \left( \frac{4}{5} \right) \right)$$ $$\csc \left( 2 \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{1}{5} \right) + \cos^{-1} \left( \frac{4}{5} \right) \right)$$ $$= \csc \left( \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{2 \left( \frac{1}{5} \right)}{1 - \left( \frac{1}{5} \right)^2} \right) + \cos^{-1} \left( \frac{4}{5} \right) \right)$$ $$= \csc \left( \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{5}{12} \right) + \cos^{-1} \left( \frac{4}{5} \right) \right)$$ Let $\tan^{-1}(5/12) = \theta \Rightarrow \sin \theta = \frac{5}{13}, \cos \theta = \frac{12}{13}$ and $\cos^{-1} \left( \frac{4}{5} \right) = \phi \Rightarrow \cos \phi = \frac{4}{5}$ and $\sin \phi = \frac{3}{5}$ $$= \csc(\theta + \phi)$$ $$= \frac{1}{\sin \theta \cos \phi + \cos \theta \sin \phi}$$ $$= \frac{1}{\frac{5}{13} \cdot \frac{4}{5} + \frac{12}{13} \cdot \frac{3}{5}} = \frac{65}{56}$$

Question 10

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

If the curve $x^2 + 2y^2 = 2$ intersects the line $x + y = 1$ at two points $P$ and $Q$, then the angle subtended by the line segment $PQ$ at the origin is:

  1. $\frac{\pi}{2} + \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{4}\right)$
  2. $\frac{\pi}{2} - \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{4}\right)$
  3. $\frac{\pi}{2} + \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)$
  4. $\frac{\pi}{2} - \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Ellipse $\frac{x^2}{2} + \frac{y^2}{1} = 1$ Line $x + y = 1$ Using homogenisation $x^2 + 2y^2 = 2(1)^2$ $$x^2 + 2y^2 = 2(x + y)^2$$ $$x^2 + 2y^2 = 2x^2 + 2y^2 + 4xy$$ $$x^2 + 4xy = 0$$ for $ax^2 + 2hxy + by^2 = 0$ $$\tan \theta = \left| \frac{2\sqrt{h^2-ab}}{a+b} \right|$$ $$\tan \theta = \left| \frac{2\sqrt{(2)^2-0}}{1+0} \right|$$ $$\tan \theta = -4$$ $$\cot \theta = -\frac{1}{4}$$ $$\theta = \cot^{-1} \left( -\frac{1}{4} \right)$$ $$\theta = \pi - \cot^{-1} \left( \frac{1}{4} \right)$$ $$\theta = \pi - \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{1}{4} \right) \right)$$ $$\theta = \frac{\pi}{2} + \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{1}{4} \right)$$

Question 11

Maths · Mathematical Reasoning · Single correct

The contrapositive of the statement "If you will work, you will earn money" is:

  1. If you will not earn money, you will not work
  2. You will earn money, if you will not work
  3. If you will earn money, you will work
  4. To earn money, you need to work

Answer: (a)

Solution

Contrapositive of $p \rightarrow q$ is $\sim q \rightarrow \sim p$. $p \rightarrow$ you will work $q \rightarrow$ you will earn money $\sim q \rightarrow$ you will not earn money $\sim p \rightarrow$ you will not work $\sim q \rightarrow \sim p \Rightarrow$ if you will not earn money, you will not work.

Question 12

Maths · Relations and Functions · Single correct

A function $f(x)$ is given by $f(x) = \frac{5^x}{5^x + 5}$, then the sum of the series $$f\left(\frac{1}{20}\right) + f\left(\frac{2}{20}\right) + f\left(\frac{3}{20}\right) + \ldots + f\left(\frac{39}{20}\right)$$ is equal to:

  1. $\frac{19}{2}$
  2. $\frac{49}{2}$
  3. $\frac{39}{2}$
  4. $\frac{29}{2}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $$f(x) = \frac{5^x}{5^x + 5} \ldots (i)$$ $$f(2-x) = \frac{5^{2-x}}{5^{2-x} + 5}$$ $$f(2-x) = \frac{5}{5^x + 5} \ldots$$ Adding equation (i) and (ii) $$f(x) + f(2-x) = 1$$ $$f\left(\frac{1}{20}\right) + f\left(\frac{39}{20}\right) = 1$$ $$f\left(\frac{2}{20}\right) + f\left(\frac{38}{20}\right) = 1$$ $$f\left(\frac{19}{20}\right) + f\left(\frac{21}{20}\right) = 1$$ and $$f\left(\frac{20}{20}\right) = f(1) = \frac{1}{2}$$ $$\Rightarrow 19 + \frac{1}{2} \Rightarrow \frac{39}{2}$$

Question 13

Maths · Matrices · Single correct

If for the matrix, $A = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -\alpha \\ \alpha & \beta \end{bmatrix}$, $AA^{\top} = I_2$, then the value of $\alpha^4 + \beta^4$ is:

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given the equation: $$ \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -\alpha \\ \alpha & \beta \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} 1 & \alpha \\ -\alpha & \beta \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 + \alpha^2 & \alpha - \alpha \beta \\ \alpha - \alpha \beta & \alpha^2 + \beta^2 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 \end{bmatrix} $$ From this, we have: $$ 1 + \alpha^2 = 1 $$ $$ \alpha^2 = 0 $$ $$ \alpha^2 + \beta^2 = 1 $$ $$ \beta^2 = 1 $$ $$ \alpha^4 = 0 $$ $$ \beta^4 = 1 $$ $$ \alpha^4 + \beta^4 = 1 $$

Question 14

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

The minimum value of $f(x) = a^{ax} + a^{1-a^x}$, where $a, x \in \mathbb{R}$ and $a > 0$, is equal to:

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

Answer: (d)

Solution

AM $\geq$ GM $$\frac{a^{ax} + \frac{a}{a^{ax}}}{2} \geq \left(a^{ax} \cdot \frac{a}{a^{ax}}\right)^{1/2} \Rightarrow a^{ax} + a^{1-ax} \geq 2\sqrt{a}$$

Question 15

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

If $I_n = \int_{\pi/4}^{\pi/2} \cot^n x \, dx$, then:

  1. $\frac{1}{I_2 + I_4}, \frac{1}{I_3 + I_5}, \frac{1}{I_4 + I_6}$ are in G.P.
  2. $\frac{1}{I_2 + I_4}, \frac{1}{I_3 + I_5}, \frac{1}{I_4 + I_6}$ are in A.P.
  3. $I_2 + I_4, I_3 + I_5, I_4 + I_6$ are in A.P.
  4. $I_2 + I_4, (I_3 + I_5)^2, I_4 + I_6$ are in G.P.

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$I_{n+2} + I_n = \int_{\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \cot^n x \cdot \cos e^2 x \, dx = \left[ \frac{-(\cot x)^{n+1}}{n+1} \right]_{\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}}$$ We have $$I_{n+2} + I_n = \frac{1}{n+1}$$ Also, $$I_2 + I_4 = \frac{1}{3}, I_3 + I_5 = \frac{1}{4}, I_4 + I_6 = \frac{1}{5}$$

Question 16

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

Let \[ \lim_{x\to\infty} \left[ \frac{1}{n} +\frac{n}{(n+1)^2} +\frac{n}{(n+2)^2} +\cdots +\frac{n}{(2n-1)^2} \right] \] be equal to:

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

The limit is given by $$\lim_{x \to \infty} \sum_{r=0}^{n-1} \frac{n}{(n+r)^2} = \lim_{x \to \infty} \sum_{r=0}^{n-1} \frac{n^2}{n^2 \left(1 + \frac{r}{n}\right)^2} = \int_0^1 \frac{dx}{(1+x)^2}$$ This simplifies to $$= -\left[ \frac{1}{1+x} \right]_0^1 \Rightarrow -\left[ \frac{1}{2} - 1 \right] = \frac{1}{2}$$

Question 17

Maths · Probability · Single correct

Let A be a set of all 4-digit natural numbers whose exactly one digit is 7. Then the probability that a randomly chosen element of A leaves remainder 2 when divided by 5 is:

  1. $\frac{1}{5}$
  2. $\frac{2}{9}$
  3. $\frac{97}{297}$
  4. $\frac{122}{297}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Total cases $ (4 \times 9 \times 9 \times 9) - (3 \times 9 \times 9) $. Probability = $$ \frac{(3 \times 9 \times 9) - (2 \times 9) + (8 \times 9 \times 9)}{(4 \times 9^3) - (3 \times 9^2)} $$ $$ = \frac{97}{217} $$

Question 18

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Single correct

Let $\alpha$ and $\beta$ be the roots of $x^2 - 6x - 2 = 0$. If $a_n = \alpha^n - \beta^n$ for $n \geq 1$, then the value of $\frac{a_{10} - 2a_8}{3a_9}$ is:

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

$x^2-6x-2=0$ $\alpha+\beta=6$ $\alpha\beta=-2$ and $\alpha^2-6\alpha-2=0\Rightarrow\alpha^2-2=6\alpha$ Now $\beta^2-6\beta-2=0\Rightarrow\beta^2-2=6\beta$ $\dfrac{a_{10}-2a_8}{3a_9}=\dfrac{(\alpha^{10}-\beta^{10})-2(\alpha^8-\beta^8)}{3(\alpha^9-\beta^9)}$ $=\dfrac{(\alpha^{10}-2\alpha^8)-(\beta^{10}-2\beta^8)}{3(\alpha^9-\beta^9)}$ $=\dfrac{\alpha^8(\alpha^2-2)-\beta^8(\beta^2-2)}{3(\alpha^9-\beta^9)}$ $=\dfrac{\alpha^8(6\alpha)-\beta^8(6\beta)}{3(\alpha^9-\beta^9)}$ $=\dfrac{6(\alpha^9-\beta^9)}{3(\alpha^9-\beta^9)}$ $=\dfrac{6}{3}$ $=2$

Question 19

Maths · Relations and Functions · Single correct

Let $x$ denote the total number of one-one functions from a set $A$ with 3 elements to a set $B$ with 5 elements and $y$ denote the total number of one-one functions from the set $A$ to the set $A \times B$. Then:

  1. $y = 273x$
  2. $2y = 91x$
  3. $y = 91x$
  4. $2y = 273x$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Number of elements in $A = 3$. Number of elements in $B = 5$. Number of elements in $A \times B = 15$. Number of one-one function $x = 5 \times 4 \times 3$. $$x = 60$$ Number of one-one function $y = 15 \times 14 \times 13$. $$y = 15 \times 4 \times \frac{14}{4} \times 13$$ $$y = 60 \times \frac{7}{2} \times 13$$ $$2y = (13)(7x)$$ $$2y = 91x$$

Question 20

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

The following system of linear equations $$3x + 3y + 2z = 9$$ $$3x + 2y + 2z = 9$$ $$x - y + 4z = 8$$

  1. does not have any solution
  2. has a unique solution
  3. has a solution $(\alpha, \beta, \gamma)$ satisfying $\alpha + \beta^2 + \gamma^3 = 12$
  4. has infinitely many solutions

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$\Delta = \begin{vmatrix} 2 & 3 & 2 \\ 3 & 2 & 2 \\ 1 & -1 & 4 \end{vmatrix} = -20 \neq 0$$ Therefore, there is a unique solution. Calculate $$\Delta_x = \begin{vmatrix} 9 & 3 & 2 \\ 9 & 2 & 2 \\ 8 & -1 & 4 \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ Calculate $$\Delta_y = \begin{vmatrix} 2 & 9 & 2 \\ 3 & 9 & 2 \\ 1 & 8 & 4 \end{vmatrix} = -20$$ Calculate $$\Delta_z = \begin{vmatrix} 2 & 3 & 9 \\ 3 & 2 & 9 \\ 1 & -1 & 8 \end{vmatrix} = -40$$ Therefore, $$x = \frac{\Delta_x}{\Delta} = 0$$ $$y = \frac{\Delta_y}{\Delta} = 1$$ $$z = \frac{\Delta_z}{\Delta} = 2$$ Unique solution: (0,1,2)

Question 21

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Numerical

The total number of two digit numbers 'n', such that $3^n + 7^n$ is a multiple of 10, is

Answer: 45

Solution

Given: $7^n = (10 - 3)^n = 10K + (-3)^n$. Therefore, $7^n + 3^n = 10K + (-3)^n + 3^n$. If $n$ is odd, $3^n = 3^{2t} = (10 - 1)^t = 10p + (-1)^t = 10p \pm 1$. If $n$ is even, then $7^n + 3^n$ will not be a multiple of 10. So if $n$ is odd, then only $7^n + 3^n$ will be a multiple of 10. Therefore, $n = 11, 13, 15, \ldots, 99$. Answer: 45

Question 22

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Numerical

A function f is defined on [-3,3] as $$f(x) = \begin{cases} \min \{|x|, 2 - x^2\}, & -2 \leq x \leq 2 \\ [x], & 2 < |x| \leq 3 \end{cases}$$ where [x] denotes the greatest integer $\leq$ x. The number of points, where f is not differentiable in (-3,3) is

Answer: 5

Solution

Points of non-differentiability in $(-3, 3)$ are at $x = -2, -1, 0, 1, 2$. i.e. 5 points.

Question 23

Maths · Vector Algebra · Numerical

Let $\vec{a}$ = $\hat{i}$ + $\alpha$ $\hat{j}$ + 3 $\hat{k}$ and $\vec{b}$ = 3 $\hat{i}$ - $\alpha$ $\hat{j}$ + $\hat{k}$. If the area of the parallelogram whose adjacent sides are represented by the vectors $\vec{a}$ and $\vec{b}$ is 8 $\sqrt{3}$ square units, then $\vec{a}$ $\cdot$ $\vec{b}$ is equal to

Answer: 2

Solution

Given $\vec{a} = \hat{i} + \alpha \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k}$ and $\vec{b} = 3 \hat{i} - \alpha \hat{j} + \hat{k}$. The area of the parallelogram is $|\vec{a} \times \vec{b}|$. This is equal to $| (\hat{i} + \alpha \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k}) \times (3 \hat{i} - \alpha \hat{j} + \hat{k}) |$. Calculating, we have $8 \sqrt{3} = |(4 \alpha) \hat{i} + 8 \hat{j} - (4 \alpha) \hat{k}|$. Then, $(64)(3) = 16 \alpha^2 + 64 + 16 \alpha^2$. Simplifying, $(64)(3) = 32 \alpha^2 + 64$. Thus, $6 = \alpha^2 + 2$. Solving for $\alpha$, $\alpha^2 = 4$. Therefore, $\vec{a} = \hat{i} + \alpha \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k}$ and $\vec{b} = 3 \hat{i} - \alpha \hat{j} + \hat{k}$. The dot product $\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b} = 3 - \alpha^2 + 3$. This simplifies to $6 - \alpha^2 = 6 - 4 = 2$.

Question 24

Maths · Basics Of Mathematics · Numerical

If the remainder when $x$ is divided by $4$ is $3$, then the remainder when $(2020 + x)^{2022}$ is divided by $8$ is

Answer: 1

Solution

Let $x = 4k + 3$. $$(2020 + x)^{2022}$$ $$= (2020 + 4k + 3)^{2022}$$ $$= (4(505) + 4k + 3)^{2022}$$ $$= (4P + 3)^{2022}$$ $$= (4P + 4 - 1)^{2022}$$ $$= (4A - 1)^{2022}$$ $$2022C_0 (4A)^0 (-1)^{2022} + 2022C_1 (4A)^1 (-1)^{2021} + \ldots$$ $$1 + 8\lambda$$ Reminder is 1

Question 25

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Numerical

If the curves $x = y^4$ and $xy = k$ cut at right angles, then $(4k)^6$ is equal to

Answer: 4

Solution

Given the equations $4y^3 \frac{dy}{dx} = 1$ and $x \frac{dy}{dx} + y = 0$. Let $m_1 = \frac{1}{4y^3} \frac{dy}{dx}$ and $m_2 = -\frac{y}{x}$. We have $m_1 m_2 = -1$. Thus, $\frac{1}{4y^3} \times \frac{-y}{x} = -1$. Therefore, $x = y^4$. Now, $\frac{1}{4y^6} = 1$ and $xy = k$. This implies $y^6 = \frac{1}{4}$, which gives $k^6 = y^{30}$. Thus, $k^6 = \left(\frac{1}{4}\right)^5$. Therefore, $(4k)^6 = 4^6 \times k^6 = 4$.

Question 26

Maths · Conic Sections · Numerical

A line is a common tangent to the circle $(x - 3)^2 + y^2 = 9$ and the parabola $y^2 = 4x$. If the two points of contact $(a, b)$ and $(c, d)$ are distinct and lie in the first quadrant, then $2(a + c)$ is equal to

Answer: 9

Solution

Circle: $(x - 3)^2 + y^2 = 9$ Parabola: $y^2 = 4x$ Let tangent $y = mx + \frac{a}{m}$ $$y = mx + \frac{1}{m}$$ $$m^2 x - my + 1 = 0$$ the above line is also tangent to circle $$(x - 3)^2 + y^2 = 9$$ $$\therefore l from (3, 0) = 3$$ $$\frac{\left| \frac{1}{m} \right|}{\sqrt{m^2 + 1}} = 3$$ $$(3m^2 + 1)^2 = 9 \left(m^2 + m^4\right)$$ $$6m^2 + 1 + 9m^4 = 9m^2 + 9m^4$$ $$3m^2 = 1$$ $$m = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$$ , tangent is $$y = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} x + \sqrt{3}$$ or $$y = -\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} x - \sqrt{3}$$ (it will be used) (rejected) $$m = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$$ for Parabola $\left(\frac{a}{m^2}, \frac{2a}{m}\right) \equiv (3, 2\sqrt{3})$ $(c, d)$ for Circle $y = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} x + \sqrt{3}$ $\&$ $(x - 3)^2 + y^2 = 9$ $$y = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} x + \sqrt{3}$$ solving, $$(x - 3)^2 + \left(\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} x - \sqrt{3}\right)^2 = 9$$ $$x^2 + 9 - 6x + \frac{1}{3} x^2 - 6x + 9 = 9$$ $$4x^2 - 12x + 9 = 0$$ $$4x^2 - 6x - 6x + 9 = 0$$ $$2x(2x - 3) - 3(2x - 3) = 0$$ $$(2x - 3)(2x - 3) = 0$$ $$x = \frac{3}{2}$$ $$y = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \left(\frac{3}{2}\right) + \sqrt{3}$$ $$y = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} + \sqrt{3}$$ $$(a, b) = \left(\frac{3}{2}, \frac{3\sqrt{3}}{2}\right)$$ $$y = \frac{3\sqrt{3}}{2}$$ $$2(a + c) = 2 \left(\frac{3}{2} + 3\right)$$ $$= 9$$

Question 27

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Numerical

If \[ \lim_{x\to 0} \frac{ax-\left(e^{4x}-1\right)} {ax\left(e^{4x}-1\right)} \] exists and is equal to $b$, then the value of $a-2b$ is

Answer: 5

Solution

Given $\($ $\lim$_{x $\to$ 0} $\frac{ax - (e^{4x} - 1)}{ax(e^{4x} - 1)}$ $\)$. Applying L'Hospital's Rule $\($ $\lim$_{x $\to$ 0} $\frac{a - 4e^{4x}}{a(e^{4x} - 1) + ax(4e^{4x})}$ $\)$. So $\($ a = 4 $\)$. Applying L'Hospital's Rule $\($ $\lim$_{x $\to$ 0} $\frac{-16e^{4x}}{a(4e^{4x}) + a(4e^{4x}) + ax(16e^{4x})}$ $\)$. $\($ $\frac{-16}{4a + 4a}$ = $\frac{-16}{32}$ = -$\frac{1}{2}$ = b $\)$. $\($ a - 2b = 4 - 2 $\left$( -$\frac{1}{2}$ $\right$) = 4 + 1 = 5 $\)$

Question 28

Maths · Differential Equations · Numerical

If the curve $y = y(x)$ represented by the solution of the differential equation $(2xy^2 - y) \, dx + x \, dx = 0$, passes through the intersection of the lines, $2x - 3y = 1$ and $3x + 2y = 8$, then $|y(1)|$ is equal to

Answer: 1

Solution

Given, $$(2xy^2 - y) \, dx + x \, dx = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{dy}{dx} 2y^2 - \frac{y}{x} = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow -\frac{1}{y^2} \frac{dy}{dx} + \frac{1}{y} \left( \frac{1}{x} \right) = 2$$ Let $\frac{1}{y} = z$ $$-\frac{1}{y^2} \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{dz}{dx}$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{dz}{dx} + z \left( \frac{1}{x} \right) = 2$$ $$F_x = e^{\int \frac{1}{x} \, dx} = x$$ $$z(x) = \int 2(x) \, dx = x^2 + c$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{x}{y} = x^2 + c$$ As it passes through $P(2, 1)$ [Point of intersection of $2x - 3y = 1$ and $3x + 2y = 8$] $$\therefore \frac{2}{1} = 4 + c$$ $$\Rightarrow c = -2$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{x}{y} = x^2 - 2$$ Put $x = 1$ $$\frac{1}{y} = 1 - 2 = -1$$ $$\Rightarrow y(1) = -1$$ $$\Rightarrow |y(1)| = 1$$

Question 29

Maths · Integrals · Numerical

The value of $\int_{2}^{2} |3x^2 - 3x - 6| \, dx$ is

Answer: 19

Solution

Given the integral $3 \int_{-2}^{2} |x^2 - x - 2| \, dx$. The expression $x^2 - x - 2$ can be factored as $(x - 2)(x + 1)$. This changes sign at $x = -1$ and $x = 2$. Therefore, we split the integral as follows: $$= 3 \left\{ \int_{-2}^{-1} (x^2 - x - 2) \, dx + \int_{-1}^{2} (-x^2 + x + 2) \, dx \right\}$$ Evaluating the integrals, we have: $$= 3 \left[ \left( \frac{x^3}{3} - \frac{x^2}{2} - 2x \right)_{-2}^{-1} - \left( \frac{x^3}{3} - \frac{x^2}{2} - 2x \right)_{-1}^{2} \right]$$ Simplifying, we find: $$= 19$$

Question 30

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Numerical

A line '$\ell$' passing through origin is perpendicular to the lines $$\ell_1 : \vec{r} = (3 + t)\hat{i} + (-1 + 2t)\hat{j} + (4 + 2t)\hat{k}$$ $$\ell_2 : \vec{r} = (3 + 2s)\hat{i} + (3 + 2s)\hat{j} + (2 + s)\hat{k}$$ If the coordinates of the point in the first octant on $\ell_2$ at a distance of $\sqrt{17}$ from the point of intersection of $\ell$ and $\ell_1$ are $(a,b,c)$, then $18(a+b+c)$ is equal to:

Answer: 44

Solution

Given $\ell_1: \vec{r} = (3 + t)\hat{i} + (-1 + 2t)\hat{j} + (4 + 2t)\hat{k}$. For $\ell_1: \frac{x-3}{1} = \frac{y+1}{2} = \frac{z-4}{2}$, the direction ratios of $\ell_1$ are $1, 2, 2$. For $\ell_2: \vec{r} = (3 + 2s)\hat{i} + (3 + 2s)\hat{j} + (2 + s)\hat{k}$. For $\ell_2: \frac{x-3}{2} = \frac{y-3}{2} = \frac{z-2}{1}$, the direction ratios of $\ell_2$ are $2, 2, 1$. The direction ratios of $\ell$ is $1$ to $\ell_1$ and $\ell_2$. Direction ratios of $\ell \parallel (\ell_1 \times \ell_2) \Rightarrow \langle -2, 3, -2 \rangle$. Equation of $\ell$: $\frac{x}{2} = \frac{y}{-3} = \frac{z}{2}$. Solving $\ell$ and $\ell_1$: $$(2\lambda, -3\lambda, 2\lambda) = (\mu + 3, 2\mu - 1, 2\mu + \mu)$$ $$\Rightarrow 2\lambda = \mu + 3$$ $$-3\lambda = 2\mu - 1$$ $$2\lambda = 2\mu + 4$$ $$\mu = -1$$ $$\lambda = -1$$ $P(2, -3, 2)$ is the intersection point. Let $Q(2v + 3, 2v + 3, v + 2)$ be a point on $\ell_2$. Now, $PQ = \sqrt{(2v + 3 - 2)^2 + (2v + 3 + 3)^2 + (v + 2 - 2)^2} = \sqrt{17}$. $$(2v + 1)^2 + (2v + 6)^2 + (v)^2 = 17$$ $$9v^2 + 28v + 36 + 1 - 17 = 0$$ $$9v^2 + 28v + 20 = 0$$ $$9v^2 + 18v + 10v + 20 = 0$$ $$(9v + 10)(v + 2) = 0$$ $$v = -2 (rejected), -\frac{10}{9} (accepted)$$ $Q\left(3 - \frac{20}{9}, 3 - \frac{20}{9}, 2 - \frac{10}{9}\right)$ $$\left(\frac{7}{9}, \frac{7}{9}, \frac{8}{9}\right)$$ Therefore, $18(a + b + c)$: $$= 18\left(\frac{7}{9} + \frac{7}{9} + \frac{8}{9}\right)$$ $$= 44$$

Physics

Question 31

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

For extrinsic semiconductors: when doping level is increased;

  1. Fermi-level of $p$ and $n$-type semiconductors will not be affected.
  2. Fermi-level of $p$-type semiconductors will go downward and Fermi-level of $n$-type semiconductor will go upward.
  3. Fermi-level of both $p$-type and $n$-type semiconductors will go upward for $T > T_F K$ and downward for $T < T_F K$, where $T_F$ is Fermi temperature.
  4. Fermi-level of $p$-type semiconductor will go upward and Fermi-level of $n$-type semiconductors will go downward.

Answer: (b)

Solution

In n-type semiconductor pentavalent impurity is added. Each pentavalent impurity donates a free electron. So the Fermi-level of n-type semiconductor will go upward. In p-type semiconductor trivalent impurity is added. Each trivalent impurity creates a hole in the valence band. So the Fermi-level of p-type semiconductor will go downward.

Question 32

Physics · Magnetism and Matter · Single correct

In a ferromagnetic material, below the curie temperature, a domain is defined as:

  1. a macroscopic region with consecutive magnetic dipoles oriented in opposite direction.
  2. a macroscopic region with zero magnetization.
  3. a macroscopic region with saturation magnetization.
  4. a macroscopic region with randomly oriented magnetic dipoles.

Answer: (c)

Solution

In a ferromagnetic material, below the Curie temperature a domain is defined as a macroscopic region with saturation magnetization.

Question 33

Physics · Thermodynamics · Single correct

A thermodynamic process is shown below on a P-V diagram for one mole of an ideal gas. If $V_2 = 2V_1$ then the ratio of temperature $T_2/T_1$ is:

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

Answer: (d)

Solution

From p-v diagram, given $P v^{1/2} = constant$ ...(i) We know that $$PV = nRT$$ $$P \propto \left( \frac{T}{v} \right)$$ Put in equation (i) $$\left( \frac{T}{v} \right) (v)^{1/2} = constant$$ $$T \propto v^{1/2}$$ $$\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \sqrt{\frac{v_2}{v_1}}$$ $$\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \sqrt{\frac{2v_1}{v_1}}$$ $$\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \sqrt{2}$$

Question 34

Physics · Motion in a Straight Line · Single correct

A stone is dropped from the top of a building. When it crosses a point 5 m below the top, another stone starts to fall from a point 25 m below the top, Both stones reach the bottom of building simultaneously. The height of the building is:

  1. 45 m
  2. 35 m
  3. 25 m
  4. 50 m

Answer: (a)

Solution

For particle (1) $20 + h = 10t + \frac{1}{2}gt^2$ $\ldots$ (i) For particle (2) $h = \frac{1}{2}gt^2$ $\ldots$ (ii) Put equation (ii) in equation (i) $$20 + \frac{1}{2}gt^2 = 10t + \frac{1}{2}gt^2$$ $t = 2 sec$ Put in equation (ii) $$h = \frac{1}{2}gt^2$$ $$= \frac{1}{2} \times 10 \times 2^2$$ $$h = 20 m$$ The height of the building $= 25 + 20 = 45 m$

Question 35

Physics · Kinetic Theory · Single correct

Given below are two statements: Statement I: In a diatomic molecule, the rotational energy at a given temperature obeys Maxwell's distribution. Statement II: in a diatomic molecule, the rotational energy at a given temperature equals the translational kinetic energy for each molecule. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Answer: (d)

Solution

The translational kinetic energy and rotational kinetic energy both obey Maxwell's distribution independent of each other. T.K.E of diatomic molecules = $\frac{3}{2} kT$ R.K.E. of diatomic molecules = $\frac{2}{2} kT$ So statement I is true but statement II is false.

Question 36

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

Two identical spring of spring constant '2K' are attached to a block of mass $m$ and to fixed support (see figure). When the mass is displaced from equilibrium position on either side, it executes simple harmonic motion. Then time period of oscillations of this system is:

  1. $\pi \sqrt{\frac{m}{k}}$
  2. $\pi \sqrt{\frac{m}{2k}}$
  3. $2\pi \sqrt{\frac{m}{k}}$
  4. $2\pi \sqrt{\frac{m}{2k}}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Due to parallel combination, $K_{eff} = 2k + 2k$. Therefore, $T = 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{m}{k_{eff}}}$. $$= 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{m}{4k}}$$ $$T = \pi \sqrt{\frac{m}{k}}$$

Question 37

Physics · Communication Systems · Single correct

if a message signal of frequency ' $f_m$ ' is amplitude modulated with a carrier signal of frequency $f_c$ and radiated through an antenna, the wavelength of the corresponding signal in air is:

  1. $\frac{c}{f_c + f_m}$
  2. $\frac{c}{f_c - f_m}$
  3. $\frac{c}{f_m}$
  4. $\frac{c}{f_c}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given frequency of massage signal $= f_m$ frequency of carrier signal $= f_c$ the wavelength of the corresponding signal in air is $\Rightarrow \lambda = \frac{c}{f_c}$

Question 38

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

A charge 'q' is placed at one corner of a cube as shown in figure. The flux of electrostatic field E though the shaded area is:

  1. $\frac{q}{48\varepsilon_0}$
  2. $\frac{q}{8\varepsilon_0}$
  3. $\frac{q}{24\varepsilon_0}$
  4. $\frac{q}{4\varepsilon_0}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\phi = \frac{q}{24 \varepsilon_0}$. $$\phi_T = \left( \frac{q}{24 \varepsilon_0} + \frac{q}{24 \varepsilon_0} \right) \times \frac{1}{2}$$ Therefore, $\phi_T = \frac{q}{24 \varepsilon_0}$.

Question 39

Physics · Atoms · Single correct

The wavelength of the photon emitted by a hydrogen atom when an electron makes a transition from $n = 2$ to $n = 1$ state is:

  1. 194.8 nm
  2. 490.7 nm
  3. 913.3 nm
  4. 121.8 nm

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\Delta E = 10.2 \, \mathrm{eV}$. $$\frac{hc}{\lambda} = 10.2 \, \mathrm{eV}$$ Therefore, $$\lambda = \frac{hc}{(10.2) \, e}$$ $$= \frac{12400}{10.2} \, \mathrm{\AA}$$ $$= 121.56 \, \mathrm{nm}$$ $$\approx 121.8 \, \mathrm{nm}$$

Question 40

Physics · Alternating Current · Single correct

An LCR circuit contains resistance of $110\,\Omega$ and a supply of $220\,\mathrm{V}$ at $300\,\mathrm{rad/s}$ angular frequency. If only capacitance is removed from the circuit, current lags behind the voltage by $45^\circ$. If on the other hand, only inductor is removed the current leads by $45^\circ$ with the applied voltage. The rms current flowing in the circuit will be:

  1. 2.5 A
  2. 2 A
  3. 1 A
  4. 1.5 A

Answer: (b)

Solution

Since $\phi$ remain same, circuit is in resonance. $$I_{rms} = \frac{V_{rms}}{z}$$ $$= \frac{220}{110}$$ $$I_{rms} = 2 \, A$$

Question 41

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Single correct

A sphere of radius 'a' and mass 'm' rolls along horizontal plane with constant speed $u_0$. It encounters an inclined plane at angle $\theta$ and climbs upward. Assuming that it rolls without slipping how far up the sphere will travel ?

  1. $\frac{2}{5} \frac{v_0^2}{g \sin \theta}$
  2. $\frac{10 v_0^2}{7 g \sin \theta}$
  3. $\frac{v_0^2}{5 g \sin \theta}$
  4. $\frac{v_0^2}{2 g \sin \theta}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

From energy conservation $$mgh = \frac{1}{2}mv_0^2 + \frac{1}{2}I\omega^2$$ $$mgh = \frac{1}{2}mv_0^2 + \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{2}{5}ma^2 \times \frac{v_0^2}{a^2}$$ $$gh = \frac{1}{2}v_0^2 + \frac{1}{5}v_0^2$$ $$gh = \frac{7}{10}v_0^2$$ $$h = \frac{7}{10} \frac{v_0^2}{g}$$ From triangle, $\sin \theta = \frac{h}{\ell}$ then $h = \ell \sin \theta$ $$\ell \sin \theta = \frac{7}{10} \frac{v_0^2}{g}$$ $$\ell = \frac{7}{10} \frac{v_0^2}{g \sin \theta}$$

Question 42

Physics · Atoms · Single correct

An electron of mass $m_e$ and a proton of mass $m_p = 1836m_e$ are moving with the same speed. The ratio of their de Broglie wavelength $\frac{\lambda_{electron}}{\lambda_{proton}}$ will be:

  1. 918
  2. 1836
  3. $\frac{1}{1836}$
  4. 1

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given mass of electron = $m_e$. Mass of proton = $m_p$. Therefore, given $m_p = 1836 \, m_e$. From de-Broglie wavelength $$\lambda = \frac{h}{p} = \frac{h}{mv}$$ $$\frac{\lambda_e}{\lambda_p} = \frac{m_p}{m_e}$$ $$= \frac{1836 \, m_e}{m_e}$$ $$\frac{\lambda_e}{\lambda_p} = 1836$$

Question 43

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

$Y = A \sin(\omega t + \phi_0)$ is the time - displacement equation of a SHM, At $t = 0$ the displacement of the particle is $Y = \frac{A}{2}$ and it is moving along negative $x$ -direction. Then the initial phase angle $\phi_0$ will be

  1. $\frac{\pi}{6}$
  2. $\frac{\pi}{3}$
  3. $\frac{2\pi}{3}$
  4. $\frac{5\pi}{6}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

The initial phase angle $\phi_0 = \pi - \frac{\pi}{6}$ is equal to $$\frac{5\pi}{6}$$

Question 44

Physics · Physical World, Units and Measurements · Single correct

If e is the electronic charged, c is the speed of light in free space and h is planck's constant, the quantity $$\frac{1}{4\pi \varepsilon_0} \frac{|e|^2}{hc}$$ has dimensions of :

  1. $\left[LC^{-1}\right]$
  2. $\left[M^0 L^0 T^0\right]$
  3. $\left[MLT^0\right]$
  4. $\left[MLT^{-1}\right]$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $e = electronic charge$, $c = speed of light in free space$, $h = planck's constant$, $\frac{1}{4\pi \varepsilon_0} \frac{e^2}{hc} = \frac{ke^2}{hc} \times \frac{\lambda^2}{\lambda^2}$. $$= \frac{F \times \lambda}{E}$$ $$= \frac{E}{E}$$ $$= dimensionless = \left[M^0 L^0 T^0\right]$$

Question 45

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Single correct

An electron with kinetic energy $K_1$ enters between parallel plates of a capacitor at an angle $\alpha$ with the plates. It leaves the plates at angle $\beta$ with kinetic energy $K_2$. Then the ratio of kinetic energies $K_1 : K_2$ will be:

  1. $\frac{\sin^2 \beta}{\cos^2 \alpha}$
  2. $\frac{\cos^2 \beta}{\cos^2 \alpha}$
  3. $\frac{\cos \beta}{\sin \alpha}$
  4. $\frac{\cos \beta}{\cos \alpha}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Since $v_1 \cos \alpha = v_2 \cos \beta$, we have $$\frac{v_1}{v_2} = \frac{\cos \beta}{\cos \alpha}.$$ Then the ratio of kinetic energies is $$\frac{k_1}{k_2} = \frac{\frac{1}{2} m v_1^2}{\frac{1}{2} m v_2^2} = \left( \frac{v_1}{v_2} \right)^2 = \left( \frac{\cos \beta}{\cos \alpha} \right)^2.$$ Therefore, $$\frac{k_1}{k_2} = \frac{\cos^2 \beta}{\cos^2 \alpha}.$$

Question 46

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

The point A moves with a uniform speed along the circumference of a circle of radius 0.36 m and cover $30^\circ$ in $0.1\,\mathrm{s}$. The perpendicular projection 'P' form 'A' on the diameter MN represents the simple harmonic motion of 'P'. The restoration force per unit mass when P touches M will be:

  1. 100 $\mathrm{N}$
  2. 50 $\mathrm{N}$
  3. 9.87 $\mathrm{N}$
  4. 0.49 $\mathrm{N}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

The point a covers $30^\circ$ in $0.1$ sec. Means $\frac{\pi}{6} \rightarrow 0.1 sec$. 1 $\rightarrow \frac{0.1}{\tau}$ $$2\pi = \frac{0.1 \times 6}{\pi} \times 2\pi$$ $T = 1.2 sec$ We know that $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T}$ $$\omega = \frac{2\pi}{1.2}$$ Restoration force $(F) = m \omega^2 A$ Then Restoration force per unit mass $\left( \frac{F}{m} \right) = \omega^2 A$ $$\left( \frac{F}{m} \right) = \left( \frac{2\pi}{1.2} \right)^2 \times 0.36$$ $\cong 9.87 N$

Question 47

Physics · Communication Systems · Single correct

The truth table for the following logic circuit is:

Answer: (d)

Solution

If $A = B = 0$ then output $y = 1$. If $A = B = 1$ then output $y = 1$.

Question 48

Physics · Atoms · Single correct

The stopping potential for electrons emitted from a photosensitive surface illuminated by light of wavelength 491 $\mathrm{nm}$ is 0.710 $\mathrm{V}$. When the incident wavelength is changed to a new value, the stopping potential is 1.43 $\mathrm{V}$. The new wavelength is:

  1. 400 nm
  2. 382 nm
  3. 309 nm
  4. 329 nm

Answer: (b)

Solution

From the photoelectric effect equation $$\frac{hc}{\lambda} = \phi + ev_s$$ so $$ev_{s_1} = \frac{hc}{\lambda_1} - \phi \ldots$$ $$ev_{s_2} = \frac{hc}{\lambda_2} - \phi \ldots (ii)$$ Subtract equation (i) from equation (ii) $$ev_{s_1} - ev_{s_2} = \frac{hc}{\lambda_1} - \frac{hc}{\lambda_2}$$ $$v_{s_1} - v_{s_2} = \frac{hc}{e} \left( \frac{1}{\lambda_1} - \frac{1}{\lambda_2} \right)$$ $$(0.710 - 1.43) = 1240 \left( \frac{1}{491} - \frac{1}{\lambda_2} \right)$$ $$\frac{-0.72}{1240} = \frac{1}{491} - \frac{1}{\lambda_2}$$ $$\frac{1}{\lambda_2} = \frac{1}{491} + \frac{0.72}{1240}$$ $$\frac{1}{\lambda_2} = 0.00203 + 0.00058$$ $$\frac{1}{\lambda_2} = 0.00261$$ $$\lambda_2 = 383.14$$ $$\lambda_2 \approx 382 nm$$

Question 49

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

Match List I with List II. List I correct answer form the options given below:

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Q6 (2) (a) Rectifier: used to convert a.c voltage into d.c. Voltage. (b) Stabilizer: used for constant output voltage even when the input voltage or load current change. (c) Transformer: used either for stepping up or stepping down the a.c. voltage. (d) Filter: used to remove any ripple in the rectified output voltage.

Question 50

Physics · Wave Optics · Single correct

Consider the diffraction pattern obtained from the sunlight incident on a pinhole of diameter $0.1 \, \mu \mathrm{m}$. If the diameter of the pinhole is slightly increased, it will affect the diffraction pattern such that:

  1. its size decreases, but intensity increases
  2. its size increases, but intensity decreases
  3. its size increases, and intensity increases
  4. its size decreases, and intensity decreases

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $$\sin \theta = \frac{1.22 \lambda}{D}$$ If $D$ is increased, then $\sin \theta$ will decrease. Therefore, the size of the circular fringe will decrease but intensity increases.

Question 51

Physics · Electromagnetic Waves · Numerical

The peak electric field produced by the radiation coming from the 8 W bulb at a distance of 10 m is $\frac{x}{10} \sqrt{\frac{\mu_0 c}{\pi}} \, \mathrm{V/m}$. The efficiency of the bulb is 10$\%$ and it is a point source. The value of $x$ is

Answer: 2

Solution

Given $$I = \frac{1}{2} c \varepsilon_0 E_0^2$$ $$\frac{8}{4 \pi \times 10^2} = \frac{1}{2} \times c \times \frac{1}{\mu_0 c^2} \times E_0^2$$ $$E_0 = \frac{2}{10} \sqrt{\frac{\mu_0 c}{\pi}}$$ Therefore, $\($ x = 2 $\)$

Question 52

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Numerical

Two small spheres each of mass 10 $\mathrm{mg}$ are suspended from a point by threads 0.5 $\mathrm{m}$ long. They are equally charged and repel each other to a distance of 0.20 $\mathrm{m}$. Then charge on each of the sphere is $\frac{a}{21} \times 10^{-8} \mathrm{C}$. The value of 'a' will be

Answer: 20

Solution

Given the forces in the diagram, we have: $$T \sin \theta = \frac{kq^2}{r^2}$$ $$T \cos \theta = mg$$ Thus, $$\tan \theta = \frac{kq^2}{mgr^2} = \frac{\tan \theta mg r^2}{k}$$ Solving for $q^2$: $$q^2 = \frac{1}{5} \times \frac{10 \times 10^{-6} \times 10 \times 0.2 \times 0.2}{9 \times 10^9}$$ Simplifying gives: $$q = \frac{2 \sqrt{2}}{3} \times 10^{-8}$$ After comparison from the given equation, $a = 20$

Question 53

Physics · Gravitation · Numerical

The initial velocity $v_i$ required to project a body vertically upward from the surface of the earth to reach a height of $10R$, where $R$ is the radius of the earth, may be described in terms of escape velocity $v_e$ such that $$v_i = \sqrt{\frac{x}{y}} \times v_e$$. The value of $x$ will be

Answer: 10

Solution

Here $R = radius of the earth$. From energy conservation $$-\frac{Gm_e m}{R} + \frac{1}{2} mv_i^2 = -\frac{Gm_e m}{11R} + 0$$ $$\frac{1}{2} mv_i^2 = \frac{10}{11} \frac{Gm_e m}{R}$$ $$v_i = \sqrt{\frac{20}{11} \frac{Gm_e}{R}}$$ $$v_i = \sqrt{\frac{10}{11}} \, v_e \{ \cdot escape velocity v_e = \sqrt{\frac{2Gm_e}{R}} \}$$ Then the value of $x = 10$

Question 54

Physics · Nuclei · Numerical

The wavelength of an X-ray beam is 10$\AA$. The mass of a fictitious particle having the same energy as that of the X-ray photons is $\frac{x}{3} h$ kg. The value of $x$ is

Answer: 10

Solution

Given wavelength of an $x$-ray beam $= 10 Å$. Therefore, $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda} = mc^2$. $m = \frac{h}{c\lambda}$. The mass of a fictitious particle having the same energy as that of the $x$-ray photons $= \frac{x}{3} hkg$. $$\frac{x}{3} h = \frac{h}{c\lambda}$$ $$x = \frac{3}{c\lambda}$$ $$= \frac{3}{3 \times 10^8 \times 10 \times 10^{-10}}$$ $$x = 10$$

Question 55

Physics · Thermodynamics · Numerical

A reversible heat engine converts one-fourth of the heat input into work. When the temperature of the sink is reduced by 52 $\mathrm{K}$, its efficiency is doubled. The temperature in Kelvin of the source will be

Answer: 208

Solution

Given: $n = \frac{W}{Q_{in}} = \frac{1}{4}$ $$\frac{1}{4} = 1 - \frac{T_1}{T_2}$$ $$\frac{T_1}{T_2} = \frac{3}{4}$$ When the temperature of the sink is reduced by $52\, k$ then its efficiency is doubled. $$\frac{1}{2} = 1 - \frac{(T_1 - 52)}{T_2}$$ $$\frac{T_1 - 52}{T_2} = \frac{1}{2}$$ $$\frac{T_1}{T_2} - \frac{52}{T_2} = \frac{1}{2}$$ $$\frac{3}{4} - \frac{52}{T_2} = \frac{1}{2}$$ $$\frac{52}{T_2} = \frac{1}{4}$$ $$T_2 = 208\, k$$

Question 56

Physics · Mathematics in Physics · Numerical

The percentage increase in the speed of transverse waves produced in a stretched string if the tension is increased by 4$\%$ will be ____$\%$

Answer: 2

Solution

Speed of transverse wave is $V = \sqrt{\frac{T}{\mu}}$. $$\frac{\Delta n}{v} = \frac{1}{2} \ln T - \frac{1}{2} \ln \mu$$ $$\frac{\Delta v}{v} = \frac{1}{2} \frac{\Delta T}{T}$$ $$= \frac{1}{2} \times 4$$ $$\frac{\Delta v}{v} = 2\%$$

Question 57

Physics · Mathematics in Physics · Numerical

If $\overline{\mathbf{P}} \times \overline{\mathbf{Q}} = \overrightarrow{\mathbf{Q}} \times \overrightarrow{\mathbf{P}}$, the angle between $\overline{\mathbf{P}}$ and $\overline{\mathbf{Q}}$ is $\theta$ $(0^\circ < \theta < 360^\circ)$. The value of '$\theta$' will be

Answer: 180

Solution

If $\vec{P} \times \vec{Q} = \vec{Q} \times \vec{P}$ only if $\vec{P} = 0$ or $\vec{Q} = 0$. The angle between $\vec{P}$ and $\vec{Q}$ is $\theta$ ($0^\circ < \theta < 360^\circ$). So $\theta = 180^\circ$.

Question 58

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Numerical

Two identical conducting spheres with negligible volume have 2.1 nC and -0.1 nC charges, respectively. They are brought into contact and then separated by a distance of 0.5 m. The electrostatic force acting between the spheres is ____ $\times 10^{-9}$ N [Given: $4\pi \varepsilon_0 = \frac{1}{9 \times 10^9}$ SI unit]

Answer: 36

Solution

When they are brought into contact and then separated by a distance $= 0.5 \, \mathrm{m}$, the charge distribution will be: The electrostatic force acting between the spheres is $$F_e = \frac{k q_1 q_2}{r^2}$$ $$= \frac{9 \times 10^9 \times 1 \times 10^{-9} \times 1 \times 10^{-9}}{(0.5)^2}$$ $$= \frac{900}{25} \times 10^{-9}$$ $$F_e = 36 \times 10^{-9} \, \mathrm{N}$$

Question 59

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Numerical

A current of 6 A enters one corner P of an equilateral triangle PQR having 3 wires of resistance $2\,\Omega$ each and leaves by the corner R. The currents $i_1$ in ampere is

Answer: 2

Solution

The current $i_1 = \left( \frac{R_2}{R_1 + R_2} \right) i$ is given by $$i_1 = \left( \frac{2}{4+2} \right) \times 6$$ $$i_1 = 2 \, \mathrm{A}$$

Question 60

Physics · Work, Energy and Power · Numerical

Two particles having masses 4 g and 16 g respectively are moving with equal kinetic energies. The ratio of the magnitudes of their linear momentum is n : 2. The value of n will be

Answer: 1

Solution

Since the relation between kinetic energy and momentum is given by $$P = \sqrt{2m \mathrm{KE}} (\because KE is the same)$$ $$\frac{p_1}{p_2} = \sqrt{\frac{m_1}{m_2}}$$ $$\frac{n}{2} = \sqrt{\frac{4}{16}}$$ $$n = 1$$

Chemistry

Question 61

Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Single correct

Which among the following species has unequal bond lengths ?

  1. $\mathrm{XeF}_4$
  2. $\mathrm{SiF}_4$
  3. $\mathrm{BF}_4^-$
  4. $\mathrm{SF}_4$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Sp^3 d Hybridisation Sea-saw shape & axial bond length is more than equitorial bond length

Question 62

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Carbylamine test is used to detect the presence of primary amino group in an organic compound. Which of the following compound is formed when this test is performed with aniline?

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction shown is the conversion of aniline to phenyl isocyanide using chloroform and alcoholic KOH. This is known as the carbylamine reaction.

Question 63

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Single correct

Which of the following is correct structure of $\alpha$-anomer of maltose:

Answer: (d)

Solution

The structure shown is the $\($ $\alpha$ $\)$-anomer of maltose.

Question 64

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

The major product of the following reaction is :

Answer: (d)

Solution

The reaction begins with the addition of $H^+$ to the nitroalkene, resulting in the formation of a carbocation. The structure of the carbocation is $\mathrm{CH_3-CH-CH-CH_3}$ with a $\mathrm{NO_2}$ group attached to the second carbon. This carbocation then reacts with benzene under heat ($\Delta$) to form the final product, which is a nitroalkane with a benzene ring attached.

Question 65

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

The correct sequence of reagents used in the preparation of 4-bromo-2-nitroethyl benzene from benzene is:

  1. $\mathrm{CH_3COCl/AlCl_3, Br_2/AlBr_3, HNO_3/H_2SO_4, Zn/HCl}$
  2. $\mathrm{CH_3COCl/AlCl_3, Zn - Hg/HCl, Br_2/AlBr_3, HNO_3/H_2SO_4}$
  3. $\mathrm{Br_2/AlBr_3, CH_3COCl/AlCl_3, HNO_3/H_2SO_4, Zn/HCl}$
  4. $\mathrm{HNO_3/H_2SO_4, Br_2/AlCl_3, CH_3COCl/AlCl_3, Zn - Hg/HCl}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction sequence involves the following steps: 1. Friedel-Crafts acylation of benzene with $\mathrm{CH_3COCl}$ in the presence of $\mathrm{AlCl_3}$ to form acetophenone ($\mathrm{COCH_3}$ group attached to benzene). 2. Clemmensen reduction of acetophenone using $\mathrm{Zn-Hg/HCl}$ to form ethylbenzene ($\mathrm{C_2H_5}$ group attached to benzene). 3. Bromination of ethylbenzene using $\mathrm{Br_2/Fe}$ to form bromoethylbenzene. 4. Nitration of bromoethylbenzene using concentrated $\mathrm{HNO_3}$ and $\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$ to form the final product with $\mathrm{NO_2}$ and $\mathrm{Br}$ groups on the benzene ring.

Question 66

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

Water does not produce CO on reacting with:

  1. C_3H_8
  2. C
  3. CH_4
  4. CO_2

Answer: (d)

Solution

The reaction is given by: $$\mathrm{H_2O + CO_2 \rightarrow H_2CO_3}$$

Question 67

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

The correct order of acid character of the following compounds is :

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Acidity of carboxylic acid is proportional to $-R > -H > -I$ and inversely proportional to $\frac{1}{+R > +H > +I}$. The order of acidity is: $$II > III > IV > I$$

Question 68

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Correct statement about the given chemical reaction is:

  1. Reaction is possible and compound (A) will be major product.
  2. The reaction will form sulphonated product instead of nitration.
  3. $-NH_2$ group is ortho and para directive, so product (B) is not possible.
  4. Reaction is possible and compound (B) will be the major product.

Answer: (a)

Solution

The reaction involves nitration of aniline using $\mathrm{HNO_3}$ and $\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$ at $288 \, \mathrm{K}$. The products formed are ortho-nitroaniline (A), meta-nitroaniline (B), and para-nitroaniline (C). The percentages of each product are as follows: ortho-nitroaniline (A) is $51\%$, meta-nitroaniline (B) is $47\%$, and para-nitroaniline (C) is $2\%$.

Question 69

Chemistry · Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties · Single correct

The correct order of bond dissociation enthalpy of halogen is :

  1. F_2 > Cl_2 > Br_2 > I_2
  2. Cl_2 > F_2 > Br_2 > I_2
  3. Cl_2 > Br_2 > F_2 > I_2
  4. I_2 > Br_2 > Cl_2 > F_2

Answer: (c)

Solution

Fact based $\mathrm{F_2}$ has $\mathrm{F} - \mathrm{F}$, $\mathrm{F_2}$ involves repulsion of non-bonding electrons and moreover its size is small and hence due to high repulsion its bond dissociation energy is very low.

Question 70

Chemistry · Environmental Chemistry · Single correct

Given below are two statements: Statement I: The pH of rain water is normally $\sim 5.6$. Statement II: If the pH of rain water drops below 5.6, it is called acid rain. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the option given below.

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Both statements are correct

Question 71

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

The major components of German Silver are:

  1. Cu, Zn and Ag
  2. Ge, Cu and Ag
  3. Zn, Ni and Ag
  4. Cu, Zn and Ni

Answer: (d)

Solution

Fact German silver is an alloy which does not have silver. Cu – 50%; Ni – 30%; Zn – 20%

Question 72

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Single correct

Which of the following orders correctly arranges the given complex ions in decreasing order of their spin-only magnetic moment? (i) $[\mathrm{FeF_6}]^{3-}$ (ii) $[\mathrm{Co(NH_3)_6}]^{3+}$ (iii) $[\mathrm{NiCl_4}]^{2-}$ (iv) $[\mathrm{Cu(NH_3)_4}]^{2+}$

  1. (ii) > (i) > (iii) > (iv)
  2. (iii) > (iv) > (ii) > (i)
  3. (ii) > (iii) > (i) > (iv)
  4. (i) > (iii) > (iv) > (ii)

Answer: (d)

Solution

$[\mathrm{FeF_6}]^{3-}$ $\mathrm{Fe^{3+}}$ $3\,d^5$ $\rightarrow$ 5 unpaired electrons as $\mathrm{F^-}$ is a weak field ligand. $[\mathrm{Co(NH_3)_6}]^{3+}$ $\mathrm{Co^{3+}}$ $3\,d^6$ $\rightarrow$ No unpaired electron as $\mathrm{NH_3}$ is a strong field ligand and causes pairing. $[\mathrm{NiCl_4}]^{2-}$ $\mathrm{Ni^{2+}}$ $3\,d^8$ $\rightarrow$ 2 unpaired electrons. $[\mathrm{Cu(NH_3)_4}]^{2+}$ $\mathrm{Cu^{2+}}$ $3\,d^9$ $\rightarrow$ 1 unpaired electron.

Question 73

Chemistry · Analytical Chemistry · Single correct

Which of the following compound is added to the sodium extract before addition of silver nitrate for testing of halogens?

  1. Nitric acid
  2. Sodium hydroxide
  3. Hydrochloric acid
  4. Ammonia

Answer: (a)

Solution

\[ \begin{aligned} \mathrm{NaCN + HNO_3} &\rightarrow \mathrm{NaNO_3 + HCN}\uparrow \\ \mathrm{Na_2S + 2HNO_3} &\rightarrow \mathrm{2NaNO_3 + H_2S}\uparrow \end{aligned} \] Nitric acid decomposes $\mathrm{NaCN}$ and $\mathrm{Na_2S}$; otherwise, they precipitate during the test and interfere with the result.

Question 74

Chemistry · Surface Chemistry · Single correct

Which one of the following statements is FALSE for hydrophilic sols ?

  1. These sols are reversible in nature
  2. The sols cannot be easily coagulated
  3. They do not require electrolytes for stability.
  4. Their viscosity is of the order of that of $H_2O$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Fact base

Question 75

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Single correct

The solubility of $Ca(OH)_2$ in water is: [Given: The solubility product of $Ca(OH)_2$ in water = 5.5 $\times 10^{-6}$]

  1. 1.11 $\times 10^{-6}$
  2. 1.77 $\times 10^{-6}$
  3. 1.77 $\times 10^{-2}$
  4. 1.11 $\times 10^{-2}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

The equilibrium reaction is given by: $$\mathrm{Ca(OH)_2 \rightleftharpoons Ca^{+2}_s + \frac{2\mathrm{OH}^-}{2s+10^{-7}}}$$ The equation for solubility is: $$s(2s + 10^{-7})^2 = 55 \times 10^{-7}$$ Simplifying, we have: $$4s^3 = 55 \times 10^{-7}$$ Solving for $s^3$: $$s^3 = \frac{5500}{4} \times 10^{-9}$$ Taking the cube root, we find: $$s = \left(\frac{2250}{2}\right)^{1/3} \times 10^{-3}$$ Simplifying further: $$s = (1125)^{1/3} \times 10^{-3}$$ Finally, we get: $$s = 1.11 \times 10^{-2}$$

Question 76

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Single correct

Given below are two statements: Statement I: The identification of $\mathrm{Ni}^{2+}$ is carried out by dimethyl glyoxime in the presence of $\mathrm{NH}_4\mathrm{OH}$ Statement II: The dimethyl glyoxime is a bidentate neutral ligand. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Answer: (d)

Solution

The reaction involves $\mathrm{Ni^{2+}}$ with dimethylglyoxime in the presence of $\mathrm{NH_4OH}$. The dimethylglyoxime acts as a ligand, forming a complex with nickel, resulting in a rose red precipitate. Dimethylglyoxime is a negative bidentate ligand.

Question 77

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The major product of the following reaction is : $$CH_3CH_2CH = CH_2 \xrightarrow[Rh catalyst]{H_2/CO}$$

  1. CH$_3$CH$_2$CH$_2$CHO
  2. CH$_3$CH$_2$CH = CH - CHO
  3. CH$_3$CH$_2$CH$_2$CH$_2$CHO

Answer: (c)

Solution

The reaction involves the hydroformylation of an alkene. The given alkene is $\mathrm{CH_3CH_2CH=CH_2}$. Under the influence of $\mathrm{H_2/CO}$ and a rhodium catalyst, the alkene undergoes hydroformylation to form an aldehyde. The product is $\mathrm{CH_3CH_2CH_2CHO}$.

Question 78

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

The method used for the purification of Indium is :

  1. van Arkel method
  2. vapour phase refining
  3. zone refining
  4. Liquation

Answer: (c)

Solution

Fact Ga, In, Si, Ge are refined by zone refining or vacuum refining.

Question 79

Chemistry · Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers · Single correct

What is 'X' in the given reaction? $\mathrm{CH_2OH}$ $\vert$ $\mathrm{CH_2OH}$ + $oxalic$ $acid$ $\xrightarrow{210^\circ\mathrm{C},\ }$ X (major product)

Answer: (a)

Solution

The reaction is given as follows: $$\mathrm{CH_2 - OH \ CH_2 - OH + \ oxalic \ acid \ \xrightarrow{210^\circ C} \ CH_2 = CH_2}$$

Question 80

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

Given below are two statements: Statement I: $\alpha$ and $\beta$ forms of sulphur can change reversibly between themselves with slow heating or slow cooling. Statement II: At room temperature the stable crystalline form of sulphur is monoclinic sulphur. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

The transformation from rhombic sulphur to monoclinic sulphur is given by the equation: $$S_{Rhombic} \rightleftharpoons S_{Monoclinic}$$ At $95.6^\circ C$, $\alpha$-sulphur converts to $\beta$-sulphur.

Question 81

Chemistry · Solutions · Numerical

If a compound AB dissociates to the extent of 75$\%$ in an aqueous solution, the molality of the solution which shows a 2.5 $\mathrm{K}$ rise in the boiling point of the solution is ____ molal. $\left[K_b=0.52\,\mathrm{K\,kg\,mol^{-1}}\right]$

Answer: 3

Solution

The reaction is given by $AB \rightarrow A^+ + B^-$. The concentrations are $1 - \alpha$, $\alpha$, and $\alpha$. Given $\alpha = 3/4$ and $N = 2$. The van't Hoff factor $i$ is calculated as $i = [1 + (2 - 1)\alpha]$. Substituting the values, we have: $$2.5 = [1 + (2 - 1)3/4] \times 0.52 \times m$$ Solving for $m$: $$m = \frac{2.5}{0.52 \times 7/4} = \frac{10}{3.64} = 2.747$$ Thus, $m = 2.747 \approx 3 \, \mathrm{mol/kg}$.

Question 82

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The number of compound/s given below which contain's - COOH group is $(a)$ Sulphanilic acid $(b)$ Picric acid $(c)$ Aspirin $(d)$ Ascorbic acid

  1. Sulphanilic acid
  2. Picric acid
  3. Aspirin
  4. Ascorbic acid

Answer: (a)

Solution

\textbf{Solution:} Sulphanilic acid contains the \(-\mathrm{SO_3H}\) group, not \(-\mathrm{COOH}\). Picric acid is \(2,4,6\)-trinitrophenol and contains a phenolic \(-\mathrm{OH}\) group. Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) contains one \(-\mathrm{COOH}\) group. Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a lactone and does not contain a \(-\mathrm{COOH}\) group. Therefore, only aspirin contains the \(-\mathrm{COOH}\) group. \[ \boxed{1} \]

Question 83

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Numerical

The rate constant of a reaction increases by five times on increase in temperature from $27^\circ \mathrm{C}$ to $52^\circ \mathrm{C}$. The value of activation energy in $\mathrm{kJmol^{-1}}$ is ____. (Rounded off to the nearest integer) $$ \mathrm{R = 8.314 \, J \, K^{-1} \, mol^{-1}} $$

Answer: 52

Solution

$\dfrac{K_{52^\circ\mathrm{C}}}{K_{27^\circ\mathrm{C}}}=5$ $\ln\left(\dfrac{k_{T_2}}{k_{T_1}}\right)=\dfrac{E_a}{R}\left(\dfrac{1}{T_1}-\dfrac{1}{T_2}\right)$ $\ln(5)=\dfrac{E_a}{R}\left(\dfrac{1}{300}-\dfrac{1}{325}\right)$ $2.303\times0.7=\dfrac{E_a}{8.314}\times\dfrac{25}{300\times325}$ $E_a=51524.96\ \mathrm{J\,mol^{-1}}$ $E_a=51.524\ \mathrm{kJ\,mol^{-1}}$ $\therefore\ 52$

Question 84

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

Among the following, number of metal/s which can be used as electrodes in the photoelectric cell is ____ (Integer answer).

  1. Li
  2. Na
  3. Rb
  4. Cs

Answer: (a)

Solution

Cs is used in photoelectric cell due to its very low ionization potential.

Question 85

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Numerical

The spin only magnetic moment of a divalent ion in aqueous solution (atomic number 29) is ____ BM.

Answer: 2

Solution

The electronic configuration of $^{29}\mathrm{Cu}^{+2}$ is $[\mathrm{Ar}]^{18}3d^9$. The diagram shows the $d^9$ configuration with one unpaired electron. The number of unpaired electrons is 1. The magnetic moment $\mu$ is given by $\mu = \sqrt{n(n+2)}$. $$\mu = \sqrt{(1)(1+2)} = \sqrt{3}B \cdot M$$ The calculated magnetic moment is approximately $1.73$.

Question 86

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Numerical

Electromagnetic radiation of wavelength $663 \, \mathrm{nm}$ is just sufficient to ionize the atom of metal A. The ionization energy of metal A in $\mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$ is ____. (Rounded off to the nearest integer) \[ h = 6.63 \times 10^{-34} \, \mathrm{Js}, \, c = 3.00 \times 10^8 \, \mathrm{ms^{-1}}, \, N_A = 6.02 \times 10^{23} \, \mathrm{mol^{-1}} \]

Answer: 180

Solution

Energy required to ionize an atom of metal $A' = \frac{hc}{\lambda} = \frac{hc}{663 \, \mathrm{nm}}$. For 1 mole atoms of $A'$, total energy required $= N_A \times \frac{hc}{\lambda}$. $$= \frac{6.023 \times 10^{23} \times 6.63 \times 10^{-34} \times 3 \times 10^8}{663 \times 10^{-9}}$$ $$= 6.023 \times 3 \times 10^{23 - 34 + 8 + 7}$$ $$= 18.04 \times 10^4 \, \mathrm{J/mol}$$ $$= 180.4 \, \mathrm{KJ/mol}$$ Nearest Integer $= 180 \, \mathrm{KJ/mol}$.

Question 87

Chemistry · Redox Reactions · Numerical

Consider titration of NaOH solution versus 1.25M oxalic acid solution. At the end point following burette readings were obtained. If the volume of oxalic acid taken was 10.0ml. then the molarity of the NaOH solution is ____ M. (Rounded-off to the nearest integer)

  1. 4.5ml.
  2. 4.5ml.
  3. 4.4 ml
  4. 4.4 ml
  5. 4.4ml

Answer: 6

Solution

Eq. of NaOH = Eq. of oxalic acid. $[NaOH] \times 1 \times 4.4 = \frac{5}{4} \times 2 \times 10$ $$[NaOH] = \frac{100}{4 \times 4.4} = \frac{25}{4.4} = 5.68$$ Nearest integer = 6M Ans.

Question 88

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Numerical

Five moles of an ideal gas at 293 K is expanded isothermally from an initial pressure of 2.1 $\mathrm{MPa}$ to 1.3 $\mathrm{MPa}$ against at constant external 4.3 $\mathrm{MPa}$. The heat transferred in this process is ____ $\mathrm{kJ} \mathrm{mol}^{-1}$. (Rounded-off of the nearest integer) [Use $R = 8.314 \mathrm{J} \mathrm{mol}^{-1} \mathrm{K}^{-1}$]

Answer: 15

Solution

Moles $(n) = 5$ $T = 293 \, \mathrm{K}$ Process $= \mathrm{IsoT.} \rightarrow \mathrm{Irreversible}$ $P_{\mathrm{ini}} = 2.1 \, \mathrm{MPa}$ $P_t = 1.3 \, \mathrm{MPa}$ $P_{\mathrm{ext}} = 4.3 \, \mathrm{mPa}$ Work $= -P_{\mathrm{ext}} \Delta v$ $$= -4.3 \times \left( \frac{5 \times 293 R}{1.3} - \frac{5 \times 293}{2.1} \right)$$ $$= -5 \times 293 \times 8.314 \times 43 \left( \frac{1}{13} - \frac{1}{21} \right)$$ $$= \frac{5 \times 293 \times 8.314 \times 43 \times 8}{21 \times 13}$$ $$= -15347.7049 \, \mathrm{J} = -15.34 \, \mathrm{kJ}$$ Isothermal process, so $\Delta U = 0$ $w = -Q$ $Q = 15.34 \, \mathrm{kJ/mol}$ So answer is 15

Question 89

Chemistry · Electrochemistry · Numerical

Copper reduces $NO_3^- into NO and NO_2$ depending upon the concentration of $HNO_3$ in solution. (Assuming fixed $\left[ \mathrm{Cu}^{2+} \right]$ and $P_{NO} = P_{NO_2}$), the $HNO_3$ concentration at which the thermodynamic tendency for reduction of $NO_3^-$ into $NO$ and $NO_2$ by copper is same is $10^x M$. The value of $2x$ is ____ (Rounded-off to the nearest integer) [Given : $E^0_{\mathrm{Cu}^{2+}/\mathrm{Cu}} = 0.34 \, \mathrm{V}$, $E^0_{NO_3^-/NO} = 0.96 \, \mathrm{V}$, $E^0_{NO_3^-/NO_2} = 0.79 \, \mathrm{V}$ and at $298 \, \mathrm{K}$, $\frac{RT}{F} (2.303) = 0.059$]

Answer: 1

Solution

\textbf{Anode} $$\text{Cu(s)} \rightarrow \text{Cu}^{+2} + 2e^-$$ \textbf{Cathode (1)} $\dfrac{3e^- + 4H^+ + NO_3^- \rightarrow NO + 2H_2O}{8H^- + 2NO_3^- + 3Cu(s) \rightarrow 3Cu^{+2} + 2NO + 4H_2O}$ $$Q = \frac{\left[\text{Cu}^{+2}\right]^3 \times (p_{NO})^2}{\left[NO_3^-\right]^2 \left[H^+\right]^8}$$ $$\epsilon^0_{\text{cell}} = 1.3$$ $$\epsilon_{\text{cell}} = 1.3 - \frac{0.059}{6} \log \frac{\left(\text{Cu}^{+2}\right)^3 (p_{NO})^2}{\left(NO_3^-\right)^2 \times (H^+)^8} \quad \cdots(1)$$ \textbf{Anode} $\text{Cu(s)} \rightarrow \text{Cu}^{+2} + 2e$ \textbf{Cathode} $\dfrac{e^- + 2n^+ + NO_3^- \rightarrow NO_2 + H_2O}{Cu(s) + 4H^+ + 2NO_3^- \rightarrow 2NO_2 + 2H_2O + Cu^{+2}}$ $$\epsilon^0_{\text{cell}} = 1.13$$ $$Q = \frac{(\text{Cu}^{+2})(p_{NO_2})^2}{(NO_3^-)^2 (H^+)^4}$$ $$\epsilon_{\text{cell}} = 1.13 - \frac{0.059}{2} \log \frac{(\text{Cu}^{+2})(p_{NO_2})^2}{(NO_3^-)^2 (H^+)^4}$$ $$\epsilon_{\text{cell\_2}} = \epsilon_{\text{cell\_2}}$$ $$1.3 - \frac{0.059}{6} \log(Q_1) = 1.13 - \frac{0.059}{2} \log(Q_2)$$ $$0.17 = \frac{0.059}{6} \left\{ \log(Q_1) - 3\log(Q_2) \right\}$$ $$= \frac{0.059}{6} \left\{ \log \frac{(\text{Cu}^{+2})^3 \times (p_{NO})^2 \times (NO_3^-)^6 (H^+)^{12}}{(NO_3^-)^2 (H^+)^8 \times (\text{Cu}^{+2})^3 \times (p_{NO_2})^6} \right\}$$ $$= \frac{0.059}{6} \left\{ \log \frac{[NO_3^-]^4 [H^+]^4}{(P_{NO_2})^4} \right\}$$ $$0.17 = \frac{0.059}{6} \times 8\log(HNO_3)$$ $$\log(\text{HNO}_3) = 2.16$$ $$[\text{HNO}_3] = 10^{2.16} = 10^x$$ $$x = 2.16 \Rightarrow 2x = 4.32 \approx 4$$

Question 90

Chemistry · The Solid State · Numerical

The unit cell of copper corresponds to a face centered cube of edge length $3.596\,\mathrm{\AA}$ with one copper atom at each lattice point. The calculated density of copper in $\mathrm{kg/m^3}$ is ____ [Molar mass of Cu: $63.54\,\mathrm{g}$; Avogadro number $= 6.022 \times 10^{23}$]

Answer: 9077

Solution

Given $a = 3.596 \, Å$. The formula for $d$ is given by $$d = \frac{Z \times GMM}{N_A \times a^3}$$ Substituting the values, we have $$d = \frac{4 \times 63.54 \times 10^{-3}}{6.022 \times 10^{23} \times (3.596 \times 10^{-10})^3}$$ Calculating this gives $$d = 0.9076 \times 10^4 = 9076.2 \, kg/m^3$$