JEE Main 26 July 2022 Shift 1 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Single correct

Let $f: \mathbb{R} \to \mathbb{R}$ be a continuous function such that $f(3x) - f(x) = x$. If $f(8) = 7$, then $f(14)$ is equal to:

  1. 4
  2. 10
  3. 11
  4. 16

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$f(x) - f(x/3) = x/3$$ $$f(x/3) - f(x/3^2) = x/3^2$$ On adding, $$f(x) - \lim_{n \to \infty} f\left(\frac{x}{3^n}\right) = x\left(\frac{1}{3} + \frac{1}{3^2} + \ldots \right)$$ $$f(x) - f(0) = \frac{x}{2}$$ Given $f(8) = 7$ and $f(0) = 3$, $$f(x) = \frac{x}{2} + 3$$ Thus, $f(14) = 10$.

Question 2

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Single correct

Let O be the origin and A be the point $z_1 = 1 + 2i$. If B is the point $z_2$, $\mathrm{Re}(z_2) < 0$, such that OAB is a right angled isosceles triangle with OB as hypotenuse, then which of the following is NOT true?

  1. $\arg z_2 = \pi - \tan^{-1} 3$
  2. $\arg (z_1 - 2z_2) = -\tan^{-1} \frac{4}{3}$
  3. $|z_2| = \sqrt{10}$
  4. $|2z_1 - z_2| = 5$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\mathrm{AB} = \mathrm{AO} \cdot z^{-i\pi/2} = -2 + i$. So $\mathrm{OB} = (-2 + i) + (1 + 2i)$. Therefore, $z_2 = -1 + 3i$. Thus, $|2z_1 - z_2| = \sqrt{10}$.

Question 3

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

If the system of linear equations. $$8x + y + 4z = -2$$ $$x + y + z = 0$$ $$\lambda x - 3y = \mu$$ has infinitely many solutions, then the distance of the point $$\left( \lambda, \mu, -\frac{1}{2} \right)$$ from the plane $$8x + y + 4z + 2 = 0$$ is :

  1. $3\sqrt{5}$
  2. $4$
  3. $\frac{26}{9}$
  4. $\frac{10}{3}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\($ $\mathbf{D}$ = $\begin{vmatrix}$ 8 & 1 & 4 $\\$ 1 & 1 & 1 $\\$ $\lambda$ & -3 & 0 $\end{vmatrix}$ = 0 $\Rightarrow$ $\lambda$ = 4 $\)$ Also $\($ $\mathbf{D}$_1 = $\mathbf{D}$_2 = $\mathbf{D}$_3 = 0 $\)$ So $\($ $\mu$ = -2 $\)$ Point $\($ $\left$( 4, -2, -$\frac{1}{2}$ $\right$) $\)$ Distance from plane $\($ = $\frac{10}{3}$ $\)$

Question 4

Maths · Matrices · Single correct

Let A be a 2 $\times$ 2 matrix with $\det(A) = -1$ and $\det((A + I)(Adj(A) + I)) = 4$. Then the sum of the diagonal elements of A can be:

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Let $A = \begin{bmatrix} a & b \\ c & d \end{bmatrix}$; $ad - bc = -1$. $$|A + I||adj A + I| = 4$$ $$\Rightarrow ad - bc + a + d + 1 = 2 or -2$$ $a + d = 2 or -2$

Question 5

Maths · Applications of Integrals · Single correct

The odd natural number $a$, such that the area of the region bounded by $y = 1$, $y = 3$, $x = 0$, $x = y^a$ is $\frac{364}{3}$, equal to:

  1. 3
  2. 5
  3. 7
  4. 9

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$A = \int_1^3 y^a \, dy = \left. \frac{y^{a+1}}{a+1} \right|_1^3 = \frac{364}{3}$$ which implies $$a = 5$$

Question 6

Maths · Sequences and Series · Single correct

Consider two G.Ps. 2, 2^2, 2^3, ... and 4, 4^2, 4^3,.... of 60 and n terms respectively. If the geometric mean of all the 60 + n terms is $(2)^{\frac{25}{8}}$, then $\sum_{k=1}^{n} k(n-k)$ is equal to :

  1. 560
  2. 1540
  3. 1330
  4. 2600

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $$\left( (2^2 \cdot \ldots \cdot 2^{60})(4^1 \cdot 4^2 \cdot \ldots \cdot 4^n) \right)^{\frac{1}{60+n}} = 2^{\frac{225}{8}}$$ We have: $$\left( 2^{30 \times 61} \cdot 4^{\frac{n(n+1)}{2}} \right)^{\frac{1}{60+n}} = 2^{\frac{225}{8}}$$ This simplifies to: $$2^{1830 + \frac{n^2 + n}{2}} = 2^{\frac{(225)(60+n)}{8}}$$ Equating the exponents: $$8n^2 - 217n + 1140 = 0$$ Solving for $$n$$ gives: $$n = 20, \frac{57}{8}$$ Calculating the sum: $$\sum_{k=1}^{n} nk - k^2 = \frac{n^2(n+1)}{2} - \frac{n(n+1)(2n+1)}{6}$$ This results in: $$= 1330$$

Question 7

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Single correct

If the function $$f(x) = \begin{cases} \frac{\log_e (1-x+x^2) + \log_e (1+x+x^2)}{\sec x - \cos x}, & x \in \left( -\frac{\pi}{2}, \frac{\pi}{2} \right) - \{0\} \\ k, & x = 0 \end{cases}$$ is continuous at $x = 0$, then $k$ is equal to:

  1. 1
  2. -1
  3. e
  4. 0
Solution

Given $$\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{\left( \ln \left( 1 + x^2 + x^4 \right) \right) \cos x}{1 - \cos^2 x}$$ We have $$\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{\left( \frac{\ln \left( 1 + x^2 + x^4 \right)}{x^2 + x^4} \right) x^2 \left( 1 + x^2 \right) \cos x}{\left( \frac{\sin^2 x}{x^2} \right) x^2} = 1$$ Therefore, $k = 1$.

Question 8

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Single correct

If $f(x) = \begin{cases} x + a, & x \leq 0 \\ |x - 4|, & x > 0 \end{cases}$ and $g(x) = \begin{cases} x + 1, & x < 0 \\ (x - 4)^2 + b, & x \geq 0 \end{cases}$ are continuous on $\mathbb{R}$, then $(gof)(2) + (fog)(-2)$ is equal to:

  1. $-10$
  2. $10$
  3. $8$
  4. $-8$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $$f(x) = \begin{cases} x + a, & x \leq 0 \\ |x - 4|, & x > 0 \end{cases}$$ and $$g(x) = \begin{cases} x + 1, & x < 0 \\ (x - 4)^2 + b, & x \geq 0 \end{cases}$$ For continuity, $a = 4$ and $b = -15$. We have $$g(f(2)) + f(g(-2))$$ which simplifies to $$= g(2) + f(-1) = -8.$$

Question 9

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

Let $f(x)=x^{3}-7x^{2}+10x-7,\quad x\leq 1$ $f(x)=-2x+\log_{2}(b^{2}-4),\quad x>1$ Then the set of all values of b, for which f(x) has maximum value at x = 1, is :

  1. (-6, -2)
  2. (2, 6)
  3. [-6, -2) $\cup$ (2, 6]
  4. [-$\sqrt{6}$, -2) $\cup$ (2, $\sqrt{6}$]

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $f(1) = 3$. For $x 0$. Therefore, $f(x)$ is increasing. For $x > 1$, $f'(x) 0$$ $$b \in [-6, -2) \cup (2, 6]$$

Question 10

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Single correct

If $a = \lim_{n \to \infty} \sum_{k=1}^{n} \frac{2n}{n^2 + k^2}$ and $f(x) = \sqrt{\frac{1-\cos x}{1+\cos x}}, x \in (0,1)$, then :

  1. $2\sqrt{2}f\left(\frac{a}{2}\right) = f'\left(\frac{a}{2}\right)$
  2. $f\left(\frac{a}{2}\right)f'\left(\frac{a}{2}\right) = \sqrt{2}$
  3. $\sqrt{2}f\left(\frac{a}{2}\right) = f'\left(\frac{a}{2}\right)$
  4. $f\left(\frac{a}{2}\right) = \sqrt{2}f'\left(\frac{a}{2}\right)$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $$a = \frac{1}{n} \sum_{k=1}^{n} \frac{2}{1+\left(\frac{k}{n}\right)^2} = \int_0^1 \frac{2}{1+x^2} \, dx = \frac{\pi}{2}$$ Let $$f(x) = \tan\left(\frac{x}{2}\right); \; x \in (0, 1)$$ Then $$f\left(\frac{\pi}{4}\right) = \sqrt{2} - 1$$ The derivative is $$f'\left(\frac{\pi}{4}\right) = \frac{1}{2} \sec^2\left(\frac{\pi}{8}\right) = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\sqrt{2} + 1}$$ Finally, $$f'\left(\frac{\pi}{4}\right) = \sqrt{2} \, f\left(\frac{\pi}{4}\right)$$

Question 11

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

If $\frac{dy}{dx} + 2y \tan x = \sin x$, $0 < x < \frac{\pi}{2}$ and $y\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right) = 0$, then the maximum value of $y(x)$ is

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

\[ \frac{dy}{dx}+2y\tan x=\sin x \] \[ \text{I.F.}=e^{\int 2\tan x\,dx} =e^{\ln(\sec x)^2} =\sec^2 x \] \[ y(\sec^2 x)=\int \sin x\sec^2 x\,dx+C \] \[ y\sec^2 x=\sec x+C \] Put \(x=\frac{\pi}{3},\ y=0\) \[ y=\cos x-2\cos^2 x \] \[ = \frac{1}{8}-2\left(\cos x-\frac{1}{4}\right)^2 \] \[ \therefore\ y_{\max}=\frac{1}{8} \]

Question 12

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

A point P moves so that the sum of squares of its distances from the points (1, 2) and (-2, 1) is 14. Let f(x, y) = 0 be the locus of P, which intersects the x-axis at the points A, B and the y-axis at the point C, D. Then the area of the quadrilateral ACBD is equal to

  1. $\frac{9}{2}$
  2. $\frac{3\sqrt{17}}{2}$
  3. $\frac{3\sqrt{17}}{4}$
  4. 9

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$(x-1)^2 + (y-2)^2 + (x+2)^2 + (y-1)^2 = 14$$ This implies $$x^2 + y^2 + x - 3y - 2 = 0$$ Put $x = 0$ This implies $$y^2 - 3y - 2 = 0$$ This gives $$y = \frac{3 \pm \sqrt{17}}{2}$$ Put $y = 0$ This implies $$x^2 + x - 2 = 0$$ $$(x+2)(x-1) = 0$$ Therefore, the points are $A(-2, 0)$, $B(1, 0)$, $C\left(0, \frac{3+\sqrt{17}}{2}\right)$, $D\left(0, \frac{3-\sqrt{17}}{2}\right)$. The area is $$\frac{1}{2} \cdot 3 \cdot \sqrt{17} = \frac{3\sqrt{17}}{2}$$

Question 13

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

Let the tangent drawn to the parabola $y^2 = 24x$ at the point $(\alpha, \beta)$ is perpendicular to the line $2x + 2y = 5$. Then the normal to the hyperbola $$\frac{x^2}{\alpha^2} - \frac{y^2}{\beta^2} = 1$$ at the point $(\alpha + 4, \beta + 4)$ does NOT pass through the point:

  1. (25, 10)
  2. (20, 12)
  3. (30, 8)
  4. (15, 13)

Answer: (d)

Solution

Tangent at $(\alpha, \beta)$ has slope 1 $$\beta^2 = 24 \alpha$$ Equation of tangent $y \beta = 12 (x + \alpha)$, $\frac{12}{\beta} = 1$ $$\Rightarrow \alpha = 6, \beta = 12$$ Therefore, $(\alpha + 4, \beta + 4) = (10, 16)$ Normal at $(10, 16)$ to $$\frac{x^2}{36} - \frac{y^2}{144} = 1$$ is $$2x + 5y = 100$$

Question 14

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

The length of the perpendicular from the point $(1, -2, 5)$ on the line passing through $(1, 2, 4)$ and parallel to the line $x + y - z = 0 = x - 2y + 3z - 5$ is:

  1. $\sqrt{\frac{21}{2}}$
  2. $\sqrt{\frac{9}{2}}$
  3. $\sqrt{\frac{73}{2}}$
  4. 1

Answer: (a)

Solution

The direction ratios of the line are given by the determinant: $$\begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ 1 & 1 & -1 \\ 1 & -2 & 3 \end{vmatrix} = \hat{i} - 4\hat{j} - 3\hat{k}$$ Therefore, the equation of the line is $$\vec{r} = \hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 4\hat{k} + \lambda (\hat{i} - 4\hat{j} - 3\hat{k})$$ Let $A(1, 2, 4)$ and $P$ be $(1 + \lambda, 2 - 4\lambda, 4 - 3\lambda)$. Thus, $$\overrightarrow{PA} \cdot (\hat{i} - 4\hat{j} - 3\hat{k}) = 0$$ Solving for $\lambda$, we get $$\lambda = \frac{1}{2}$$ Therefore, $$\Rightarrow P \left( \frac{1}{2}, 2, -\frac{5}{2} \right)$$ The magnitude of $|AP|$ is $$|AP| = \frac{\sqrt{21}}{2}$$

Question 15

Maths · Vector Algebra · Single correct

Let $\vec{a} = \alpha \hat{i} + \hat{j} - \hat{k}$ and $\vec{b} = 2 \hat{i} + \hat{j} - \alpha \hat{k}$, $\alpha > 0$. If the projection of $\vec{a} \times \vec{b}$ on the vector $-\hat{i} + 2 \hat{j} - 2 \hat{k}$ is 30, then $\alpha$ is equal to

  1. $\frac{15}{2}$
  2. 8
  3. $\frac{13}{2}$
  4. 7

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\vec{a} \times \vec{b} = (1 - \alpha) \hat{i} + (\alpha^2 - 2) \hat{j} + (\alpha - 2) \hat{k}$. Projection of $\vec{a} \times \vec{b}$ on $-\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} - 2\hat{k}$ is given by $$\frac{(\vec{a} \times \vec{b}) \cdot (-\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} - 2\hat{k})}{3} = 30$$ which simplifies to $$\Rightarrow 2\alpha^2 - \alpha - 91 = 0$$ Solving this equation gives $$\Rightarrow \alpha = 7, -\frac{13}{2}$$

Question 16

Maths · Probability · Single correct

The mean and variance of a binomial distribution are $\alpha$ and $\frac{\alpha}{3}$ respectively. If $\mathrm{P}(X=1) = \frac{4}{243}$, then $\mathrm{P}(X=4 or 5)$ is equal to:

  1. $\frac{5}{9}$
  2. $\frac{64}{81}$
  3. $\frac{16}{27}$
  4. $\frac{145}{243}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $np = \alpha$ $\($$\ldots$$\)$(1) and $npq = \alpha / 3$ $\($$\ldots$$\)$(2). From (1) and (2), $q = 1/3$ and $p = 2/3$. $$\binom{n}{1} q^{n-1} p^1 = \frac{4}{243}$$ $$\frac{n}{3^n} = \frac{2}{243}$$ Thus, $n = 6$. The probability $P(4 or 5) = \binom{6}{4} \left(\frac{2}{3}\right)^4 \left(\frac{1}{3}\right)^2 + \binom{6}{5} \left(\frac{2}{3}\right)^5 \left(\frac{1}{3}\right)^0 = \frac{16}{27}.$

Question 17

Maths · Probability · Single correct

Let $E_1$, $E_2$, $E_3$ be three mutually exclusive events such that $\mathrm{P}(E_1) = \frac{2 + 3p}{6}$, $\mathrm{P}(E_2) = \frac{2 - p}{8}$ and $\mathrm{P}(E_3) = \frac{1 - p}{2}$. If the maximum and minimum values of $p$ are $p_1$ and $p_2$, then $(p_1 + p_2)$ is equal to:

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

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $0 \leq \mathrm{P}(E_i) \leq 1$ for $i = 1, 2, 3$. This implies $-2/3 \leq p \leq 1$. $E_1$, $E_2$, and $E_3$ are mutually exclusive. Therefore, $\mathrm{P}(E_1) + \mathrm{P}(E_2) + \mathrm{P}(E_3) \leq 1$. This implies $2/3 \leq p \leq 1$. Given $p_1 = 1$, $p_2 = 2/3$. Therefore, $p_1 + p_2 = 5/3$.

Question 18

Maths · Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

Let $$S = \{ \theta \in [0, 2\pi] : 8^{2\sin^2 \theta} + 8^{2\cos^2 \theta} = 16 \}.$$ Then $$n(S) + \sum_{\theta \in S} \left( \sec \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + 2\theta \right) \csc \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + 2\theta \right) \right)$$ is equal to:

  1. 0
  2. -2
  3. -4
  4. 12

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $8^{2\sin^2 \theta} + 8^{2 - 2\sin^2 \theta} = 16$. Let $y + \frac{64}{y} = 16$. This implies $y = 8$. Therefore, $\sin^2 \theta = \frac{1}{2}$. Then, $\mathrm{n}(S) + \sum_{\theta \in S} \frac{1}{\cos(\pi/4 + 2\theta) \sin(\pi/4 + 2\theta)} = 4 + (-2) \times 4 = -4$.

Question 19

Maths · Inverse Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

$$\tan\left(2 \tan^{-1} \frac{1}{5} + \sec^{-1} \frac{\sqrt{5}}{2} + 2 \tan^{-1} \frac{1}{8}\right)$$ is equal to:

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. $\frac{1}{4}$
  4. $\frac{5}{4}$
Solution

$\tan\!\left(2\left(\tan^{-1}\frac{1}{5}+\tan^{-1}\frac{1}{8}\right)+\tan^{-1}\frac{1}{2}\right)$ $=\tan\!\left(2\tan^{-1}\frac{1}{3}+\tan^{-1}\frac{1}{2}\right)$ $=2$

Question 20

Maths · Mathematical Reasoning · Single correct

The statement $\sim(p \iff \sim q) \land q$ is :

  1. a tautology
  2. a contradiction
  3. equivalent to $(p \Rightarrow q) \land q$
  4. equivalent to $(p \Rightarrow q) \land p$
Solution

The expression $\sim (p \iff \sim q) \land q \equiv (p \iff q) \land q$. This simplifies to $(p \iff q) \land q \equiv p \land q$. The Venn diagrams illustrate the logical equivalence.

Question 21

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Numerical

If for some $p, q, r \in \mathbb{R}$, not all have same sign, one of the roots of the equation $(p^2 + q^2)x^2 - 2q(p + r)x + q^2 + r^2 = 0$ is also a root of the equation $x^2 + 2x - 8 = 0$, then $\frac{q^2 + r^2}{p^2}$ is equal to-

Answer: 272

Solution

$(px-q)^2+(qx-r)^2=0$ $\Rightarrow\ x=\frac{q}{p}$ $=\frac{r}{q}$ $=-4$ $\Rightarrow\ \frac{q^2}{p^2}$ $+\frac{r^2}{q^2}$ $=272$

Question 22

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Numerical

The number of 5-digit natural numbers, such that the product of their digits is 36, is

Answer: 180

Solution

The expression is given by $$3 \times \frac{5!}{2!2!} + \frac{5!}{3! \times 2!} + \frac{5!}{2!} + \frac{5!}{3!} = 180.$$

Question 23

Maths · Sequences and Series · Numerical

The series of positive multiples of 3 is divided into sets: $\{3\}$, $\{6, 9, 12\}$, $\{15, 18, 21, 24, 27\}$, $\ldots$ Then the sum of the elements in the $11^{\text{th}}$ set is equal to:

Answer: 6993

Solution

Given $S_{11} = 3[101 + 102 + \ldots + 121]$. This simplifies to $$= \frac{3}{2}(222) \times 21 = 6993.$$

Question 24

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Numerical

The number of distinct real roots of the equation $$x^5(x^3 - x^2 - x + 1) + x(3x^3 - 4x^2 - 2x + 4) - 1 = 0$$ is

Answer: 3

Solution

Given the equation $$x^5 (x^3 - x^2 - x + 1) + x (3x^3 - 4x^2 - 2x + 4) - 1 = 0$$ we have: $$\Rightarrow (x - 1)^2 (x + 1) \left(x^5 + 3x - 1\right) = 0$$ Let $f(x) = x^5 + 3x - 1$. The derivative $f'(x) > 0 \; \forall \; x \in \mathbb{R}$. Hence, there are 3 real distinct roots.

Question 25

Maths · Binomial Theorem · Numerical

If the coefficients of $x$ and $x^2$ in the expansion of $(1 + x)^p (1 - x)^q$, $p, q \leq 15$, are $-3$ and $-5$ respectively, then the coefficient of $x^3$ is equal to

Answer: 23

Solution

Since coefficient of $x$ is $-3$ $\[$ $\Rightarrow$ $\binom{p}{1}$ - $\binom{q}{1}$ = -3 $\]$ $\[$ $\Rightarrow$ p - q = -3 $\]$ Comparing coefficients of $x^2$ $\[$ -$\binom{p}{1}$$\binom{q}{1}$ + $\binom{p}{2}$ + $\binom{q}{2}$ = -5 $\]$ $\[$ -pq + $\frac{p(p-1)}{2}$ + $\frac{q(q-1)}{2}$ = -5 $\]$ Solving (1) and (2) $\[$ p = 8, $\ $q = 11 $\]$ Coefficient of $x^3$ is $\[$ -$\binom{q}{3}$ + $\binom{p}{3}$ + $\binom{p}{1}$$\binom{q}{2}$ - $\binom{p}{2}$$\binom{q}{1}$ $\]$ $\[$ = -$\binom{11}{3}$ + $\binom{8}{3}$ + $\binom{8}{1}$$\binom{11}{2}$ - $\binom{8}{2}$$\binom{11}{1}$ $\]$ $\[$ = 23 $\]$

Question 26

Maths · Integrals · Fill in the blank

If $$n(2n+1) \int_0^1 (1-x^n)^{2n} \, dx = 1177 \int_0^1 (1-x^n)^{2n+1} \, dx,$$ then $$n \in \mathbb{N}$$ is equal to ______

Answer: 24

Solution

Let $I_1 = \int_0^1 (1-x^n)^{2n} \, dx$, $I_2 = \int_0^1 (1-x^n)^{2n+1} \, dx$. $$I_2 = \int_0^1 (1-x^n)^{2n+1} \cdot 1 \, dx$$ $$= (1-x^n)^{2n+1} \cdot x \bigg|_0^1 - \int_0^1 (2n+1)(1-x^n)^{2n}(-nx^{n-1})x \, dx$$ $$I_2 = -n(2n+1) \{ I_2 - I_1 \}$$ $$(2n^2 + n + 1)I_2 = n(2n+1)I_1$$ $$\frac{I_1}{I_2} = \frac{2n^2 + n + 1}{n(2n+1)} = \frac{1177}{n(2n+1)}$$ $$\Rightarrow 2n^2 + n - 1176 = 0 \Rightarrow n = 24$$

Question 27

Maths · Differential Equations · Numerical

Let a curve $y = y(x)$ pass through the point $(3, 3)$ and the area of the region under this curve, above the x-axis and between the abscissae 3 and $x(>3)$ be $\left(\frac{y}{x}\right)^3$. If this curve also passes through the point $\left(\alpha, 6\sqrt{10}\right)$ in the first quadrant, then $\alpha$ is equal to _______

Answer: 6

Solution

Given $x^4 = 3yx \cdot y' - 3y^2$. Rewrite as $3yx \frac{dy}{dx} = 3y^2 + \frac{x^4}{2} dx$. Let $t = yx$, then $\frac{dt}{dx} - \frac{2}{x} t = \frac{2}{3} x^3$. Therefore, $\frac{t}{x^2} = \frac{x^2}{3} + C$. Thus, $\frac{y^2}{x^2} = \frac{x^2}{3} - 2$. Put $(3, 3)$, $C = -2$. Therefore, $\frac{y^2}{x^2} = \frac{x^2}{3} - 2$. Hence, $3y^2 = x^4 - 6x^2$. \[ x^4 - 6x^2 = 1080 \] \[ \therefore\; x = 6 \]

Question 28

Maths · Straight Lines and Pair of Straight Lines · Numerical

The equations of the sides $AB$, $BC$ and $CA$ of a triangle $ABC$ are $2x + y = 0$, $x + py = 15a$ and $x - y = 3$ respectively. If its orthocentre is $(2, a)$, $\frac{1}{2} < a < 2$, then $p$ is equal to

Answer: 3

Solution

Coordinates of $A(1, -2)$, $B\left( \frac{15a}{1-2p}, \frac{-30a}{1-2p} \right)$ and orthocentre $H(2, a)$. Slope of $AH = p$. $a + 2 = p$ $\($1) Slope of $BH = -1$. $31a - 2ab = 15a + 4p - 2$ $\($2) From (1) and (2), $a = 1$ and $p = 3$.

Question 29

Maths · Conic Sections · Numerical

Let the function $f(x) = 2x^2 - \log_e x$, $x > 0$, be decreasing in $(0, a)$ and increasing in $(a, 4)$. A tangent to the parabola $y^2 = 4ax$ at a point $P$ on it passes through the point $(8a, 8a - 1)$ but does not pass through the point $\left(-\frac{1}{a}, 0\right)$. If the equation of the normal at $P$ is $\frac{x}{\alpha} + \frac{y}{\beta} = 1$, then $\alpha + \beta$ is equal to-

Answer: 45

Solution

Given $f'(x) = 4x - \frac{1}{x}$. $a = \frac{1}{2}$. Let $P(x_1, y_1)$ be any point on $y^2 = 4ax$. $$\frac{1}{y_1} = \frac{3 - y_1}{4 - x_1} \implies y_1^2 - 6y_1 + 8 = 0$$ $y_1 = 2, 4$. $\Rightarrow P(8, 4)$ as $P(2, 2)$ rejected. Equation of normal at $P$. $y - 4 = -4(x - 8)$. $$\frac{x}{9} + \frac{y}{36} = 1$$ $\alpha = 9$, $\beta = 36$. $\alpha + \beta = 45$

Question 30

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Fill in the blank

Let Q and R be two points on the line $\frac{x+1}{2} = \frac{y+2}{3} = \frac{z-1}{2}$ at a distance $\sqrt{26}$ from the point P(4, 2, 7). Then the square of the area of the triangle PQR is __________.

Answer: 153

Solution

Let $(2\lambda - 1, 3\lambda - 2, 2\lambda + 1)$ be any point on the line $$(2\lambda - 5)^2 + (3\lambda - 4)^2 + (2\lambda - 6)^2 = 26$$ $\lambda = 1, 3$ $Q (1, 1, 3); R (5, 7, 7); P (4, 2, 7)$ Area of triangle $PQR = \frac{1}{2} \left| \overrightarrow{PQ} \times \overrightarrow{PR} \right|$ $$= \sqrt{153}$$

Physics

Question 31

Physics · Laws of Motion · Single correct

Three masses $M = 100 \, \mathrm{kg}$, $m_1 = 10 \, \mathrm{kg}$ and $m_2 = 20 \, \mathrm{kg}$ are arranged in a system as shown in figure. All the surfaces are frictionless and strings are inextensible and weightless. The pulleys are also weightless and frictionless. A force $F$ is applied on the system so that the mass $m_2$ moves upward with an acceleration of $2 \, \mathrm{ms^{-2}}$. The value of $F$ is: (Take $g = 10 \, \mathrm{ms^{-2}}$)

  1. 3360 N
  2. 3380 N
  3. 3120 N
  4. 3240 N

Answer: (a)

Solution

Let acceleration of 100 kg block be $a_1$. FBD of 100 kg block with respect to ground: $$F - T - N_1 = 100 \, a_1 (i)$$ FBD of 20 kg block with respect to 100 kg: $$T - 20g = 20(2)$$ $$T = 240 (ii)$$ $$N_1 = 20a_1 (iii)$$ FBD of 10 kg block with respect to 100 kg: $$10a_1 - 240 = 10(2)$$ $$a_1 = 26 \, \mathrm{m/s^2}$$ $$F - 240 - 20(26) = 100 \times 26$$ $$\Rightarrow F = 3360 \, \mathrm{N}$$

Question 32

Physics · Communication Systems · Single correct

A radio can tune to any station in 6 $\mathrm{MHz}$ to 10 $\mathrm{MHz}$ band. The value of corresponding wavelength bandwidth will be:

  1. 4 $\,$ $\mathrm{m}$
  2. 20 $\,$ $\mathrm{m}$
  3. 30 $\,$ $\mathrm{m}$
  4. 50 $\,$ $\mathrm{m}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given: Frequency $f_1 = 6 \, \mathrm{MHz}$ Frequency $f_2 = 10 \, \mathrm{MHz}$ $$\lambda_1 = \frac{c}{f_1}$$ $$\lambda_2 = \frac{c}{f_2}$$ Wavelength bandwidth $= \lambda_2 - \lambda_1 = 20 \, \mathrm{m}$

Question 33

Physics · Nuclei · Single correct

The disintegration rate of a certain radioactive sample at any instant is 4250 disintegrations per minute. 10 minutes later, the rate becomes 2250 disintegrations per minute. The approximate decay constant is : (Take $\log_{10} 1.88 = 0.274$)

  1. 0.02 $\mathrm{min}$^{-1}
  2. 2.7 $\mathrm{min}$^{-1}
  3. 0.063 $\mathrm{min}$^{-1}
  4. 6.3 $\mathrm{min}$^{-1}

Answer: (c)

Solution

At $t=0$, the disintegration rate is $4250 \, dpm$. At $t=10$, the disintegration rate is $2250 \, dpm$. The equation is given by $$A = A_o e^{-\lambda t}$$ Substituting the values, $$2250 = 4250 e^{-\lambda (10)}$$ Solving for $\lambda$, $$\Rightarrow \lambda (10) = \ln \left( \frac{4250}{2250} \right)$$ $$\Rightarrow \lambda = 0.063 \, min^{-1}$$

Question 34

Physics · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter · Single correct

A parallel beam of light of wavelength 900 nm and intensity 100 Wm^{-2} is incident on a surface perpendicular to the beam. Tire number of photons crossing 1 cm^2 area perpendicular to the beam in one second is:

  1. 3 $\times$ 10^{16}
  2. 4.5 $\times$ 10^{16}
  3. 4.5 $\times$ 10^{17}
  4. 4.5 $\times$ 10^{20}

Answer: (b)

Solution

Wavelength of incident beam $\lambda = 900 \times 10^{-9} \, \mathrm{m}$. Intensity of incident beam $I = 100 \, \mathrm{W/m^2}$. Number of photons crossing per unit second $$n = \frac{E_{net}}{E_{single photon}} = \frac{IA\lambda}{hc}$$ $$= \frac{(100)(1 \times 10^{-4})(900 \times 10^{-9})}{6.62 \times 10^{-34} \times 3 \times 10^8} = 4.5 \times 10^{16}$$

Question 35

Physics · Wave Optics · Single correct

In young’s double slit experiment, the fringe width is $12 \, \mathrm{mm}$. If the entire arrangement is placed in water of refractive index $\frac{4}{3}$, then the fringe width becomes (in mm)

  1. 16
  2. 9
  3. 48
  4. 12

Answer: (b)

Solution

For a given light wavelength corresponding a medium of refractive index $\mu$ $$\lambda_{med} = \frac{\lambda_{vacuum}}{\mu}$$ and we know that fringe width $\beta = \frac{\lambda D}{d}$ Therefore, $$\beta_{med} = \frac{\beta_{vacuum}}{\mu} = \frac{12}{\frac{4}{3}} = 9 \, \mathrm{mm}$$

Question 36

Physics · Electromagnetic Waves · Single correct

The magnetic field of a plane electromagnetic wave is given by $$\mathbf{B} = 2 \times 10^{-8} \sin(0.5 \times 10^3 x + 1.5 \times 10^{11} t) \hat{\mathbf{j}} \, \mathrm{T}$$ The amplitude of the electric field would be

  1. $6 \, \mathrm{Vm}^{-1}$ along x-axis
  2. $3 \, \mathrm{Vm}^{-1}$ along z-axis
  3. $6 \, \mathrm{Vm}^{-1}$ along z-axis
  4. $2 \times 10^{-8} \, \mathrm{Vm}^{-1}$ along z-axis

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $c=\frac{E_0}{B_0}$, it follows that $E_0=cB_0$. $$ E_0=\left(3\times10^8\right)\left(2\times10^{-8}\right) $$ $$ E_0=6\,\mathrm{V\,m^{-1}} $$ As $\vec{B}$ is along the y-axis and $\vec{v}$ is along the negative x-axis, $\vec{E}_0$ is along the z-axis.

Question 37

Physics · Alternating Current · Single correct

In a series LR circuit $X_L = R$ and power factor of the circuit is $P_1$. When capacitor with capacitance $C$ such that $X_L = X_C$ is put in series, the power factor becomes $P_2$. The ratio $$\frac{P_1}{P_2}$$ is

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

In case of L-R circuit, $$Z = \sqrt{X_L^2 + R^2}$$ and power factor $$P_1 = \cos \phi = \frac{R}{Z}$$ As $X_L = R$, $$\Rightarrow Z = \sqrt{2R}$$ $$\Rightarrow P_1 = \frac{R}{\sqrt{2R}} \Rightarrow P_1 = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$$ In case of L-C-R circuit, $$Z = \sqrt{R^2 + (X_L - X_C)^2}$$ As $X_L = X_C$, $$\Rightarrow Z = R$$ $$\Rightarrow P_2 = \cos \phi = \frac{R}{R} = 1$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{P_1}{P_2} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$$

Question 38

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

A charge particle is moving in a uniform magnetic field $\left(2\hat{i} + 3\hat{j}\right)\, \mathrm{T}$. If it has an acceleration of $\left(\alpha \hat{i} - 4\hat{j}\right)\, \mathrm{m/s^2}$, then the value of $\alpha$ will be

  1. 3
  2. 6
  3. 12
  4. 2

Answer: (b)

Solution

As $\vec{F} = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$ $$\vec{a} = \frac{q}{m}(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$$ So, $\vec{a}$ and $\vec{B}$ are $\perp$ to each other. Hence, $\vec{a} \cdot \vec{B} = 0$ $$\left( \alpha \hat{i} - 4 \hat{j} \right) \cdot \left( 2 \hat{i} + 3 \hat{j} \right) = 0$$ $$\alpha (2) + (-4)(3) = 0$$ $$\alpha = \frac{12}{2} \implies \alpha = 6$$

Question 39

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

$B_X$ and $B_Y$ are the magnetic field at the centre of two coils of two coils X and Y respectively, each carrying equal current. If coil X has 200 turns and 20 cm radius and coil Y has 400 turns and 20 cm radius, the ratio of $B_X$ and $B_Y$ is

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

At centre $B = N \left( \frac{\mu_0 i}{2R} \right)$. $$B_x = 200 \left( \frac{\mu_0 i}{2 \times 20 \, \mathrm{cm}} \right)$$ $$B_y = 400 \left( \frac{\mu_0 i}{2 \times 20 \, \mathrm{cm}} \right)$$ $$\frac{B_x}{B_y} = \frac{1}{2}$$

Question 40

Physics · Current Electricity · Single correct

The current I in the given circuit will be:

  1. 10A
  2. 20A
  3. 4A
  4. 40A

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given circuit is balanced wheatstone bridge. Hence $2\, \Omega$ can be neglected. $$R_{net} = 4\, \Omega$$ $$I = \frac{40}{4}$$ $$I = 10\, A$$

Question 41

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Single correct

The total charge on the system of capacitance $C_1 = 1 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$, $C_2 = 2 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$, $C_3 = 4 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$ and $C_4 = 3 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$ connected in parallel is (Assume a battery of $20 \, \mathrm{V}$ is connected to the combination)

  1. $200 \, \mu \mathrm{C}$
  2. $200 \, \mathrm{C}$
  3. $10 \, \mu \mathrm{C}$
  4. $10 \, \mathrm{C}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Total charge = q_1 + q_2 + q_3 + q_4 = 1 $\times$ 20 + 2 $\times$ 20 + 4 $\times$ 20 + 3 $\times$ 20 = 200 \, $\mu$ $\mathrm{C}$

Question 42

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

When a particle executes simple Harmonic motion, the nature of graph of velocity as function of displacement will be :

  1. Circular
  2. Elliptical
  3. Sinusoidal
  4. Straight line

Answer: (b)

Solution

For a particle in SHM, its speed depends on position as $$v = \omega \sqrt{A^2 - x^2}$$ Where $\omega$ is angular frequency and $A$ is amplitude. Now $v^2 = \omega^2 A^2 - \omega^2 x^2$ So, $$\frac{v^2}{(\omega A)^2} + \frac{x^2}{(A)^2} = 1$$ So graph between $v$ and $x$ is elliptical.

Question 43

Physics · Thermodynamics · Single correct

7 mole of certain monoatomic ideal gas undergoes a temperature increase of 40K at constant pressure. The increase in the internal energy of the gas in this process is (Given R = $8.3 \, \mathrm{JK^{-1}}$ $\mathrm{mol^{-1}}$)

  1. 5810 J
  2. 3486 J
  3. 11620 J
  4. 6972 J

Answer: (b)

Solution

Question 44

Physics · Thermodynamics · Single correct

A monoatomic gas at pressure $P$ and volume $V$ is suddenly compressed to one eighth of its original volume. The final pressure at constant entropy will be:

  1. $P$
  2. $8P$
  3. $32P$
  4. $64P$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Question 45

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Fluids · Single correct

A water drop of radius 1 cm is broken into 729 equal droplets. If surface tension of water is 75 dyne/cm, then the gain in surface energy upto first decimal place will be: [Given $\pi = 3.14$]

  1. $8.5 \times 10^{-4} \mathrm{J}$
  2. $8.2 \times 10^{-4} \mathrm{J}$
  3. $7.5 \times 10^{-4} \mathrm{J}$
  4. $5.3 \times 10^{-4} \mathrm{J}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Initial surface energy = TA Where T is surface tension and A is surface area $$U_i = \left( \frac{75 \times 10^{-5} \, \mathrm{N}}{10^{-2} \, \mathrm{m}} \right) \times \left[ 4 \pi \left( 1 \times 10^{-2} \right)^2 \right]$$ $$= 75 \times 10^{-3} \times 4 \pi \times 10^{-4} = 942 \times 10^{-7} \, \mathrm{J}$$ To get final radius of drops by volume conservation $$\frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 = 729 \left( \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3 \right)$$ R = Initial radius r = final radius $$r = \frac{R}{(729)^{1/3}} = \frac{R}{9} = \frac{1}{9} \, \mathrm{cm}$$ Final surface energy $$U_f = 729 \left[ TA \right]$$ $$= 729 \left[ \frac{75 \times 10^{-5} \, \mathrm{N}}{10^{-2} \, \mathrm{m}} \times \left[ 4 \pi \left( \frac{1}{9} \times 10^{-2} \right)^2 \right] \right]$$ $$= 729 \left[ 75 \times 10^{-3} \times \frac{4 \pi \times 10^{-4}}{81} \right]$$ $$= 9 \left[ 942 \times 10^{-7} \, \mathrm{J} \right]$$ Gain in surface energy $$\Delta U = 9 \times 942 \times 10^{-7} - 942 \times 10^{-7}$$ $$= 8 \times 942 \times 10^{-7} = 7536 \times 10^{-7} \, \mathrm{J}$$

Question 46

Physics · Gravitation · Single correct

The percentage decrease in the weight of a rocket, when taken to a height of 32 km above the surface of earth will, be : (Radius of earth = 6400 km)

  1. 1 %
  2. 3 %
  3. 4 %
  4. 0.5 %

Answer: (a)

Solution

Acceleration due to gravity at a height $h \ll R$ is $$g' = g \left( 1 - \frac{2h}{R} \right)$$ Therefore, $$\frac{\Delta g}{g} = \frac{2h}{R}$$ Thus, $$\frac{\Delta g}{g} \times 100 = \frac{2h}{R} \times 100$$ $$= 2 \times \frac{32}{6400} \times 100 = 1\%$$

Question 47

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

As per the given figure, two blocks each of mass 250 g are connected to a spring of spring constant 2 $\mathrm{Nm}^{-1}$. If both are given velocity v in opposite directions, then maximum elongation of the spring is :

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Using energy conservation, $\($ $\frac{1}{2}$ mv^2 $\times$ 2 = $\frac{1}{2}$ kx^2 $\)$. Therefore, $\($ $\frac{1}{4}$ v^2 = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\times$ 2 $\times$ x^2 $\)$. Thus, $\($ x = $\frac{v}{2}$ $\)$.

Question 48

Physics · Laws of Motion · Single correct

A monkey of mass 50 kg climbs on a rope which can withstand the tension (T) of 350 N. If monkey initially climbs down with an acceleration of 4 m/s^2 and then climbs up with an acceleration of 5 m/s^2. Choose the correct option (g = 10 m/s^2)

  1. T = 700 N while climbing upward
  2. T = 350 N while going downward
  3. Rope will break while climbing upward
  4. Rope will break while going downward

Answer: (c)

Solution

F.B.D of monkey while moving downward. Using Newton's second law, $mg - T = ma_1$. Therefore, $500 - T = 50 \times 4 \implies T = 300 \, \mathrm{N}$. F.B.D of monkey while moving up. Using Newton's second law of motion, $T - mg = ma_2$. Therefore, $T - 500 = 50 \times 5$. Thus, $T = 750 \, \mathrm{N}$. Breaking strength of string = $350 \, \mathrm{N}$. String will break while monkey is moving upward.

Question 49

Physics · Motion in a Plane · Single correct

Two projectile thrown at $30^0$ and $45^0$ with the horizontal respectively, reach the maximum height in same time. The ratio of their initial velocities is

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

Time taken to reach maximum height $$t = \frac{u \sin \theta}{g}$$ Therefore, $$\frac{u_1 \sin \theta_1}{g} = \frac{u_2 \sin \theta_2}{g}$$ $$\Rightarrow u_1 \sin 30 = u_2 \sin 45$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{u_1}{u_2} = \frac{1/\sqrt{2}}{1/2} = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{1}$$

Question 50

Physics · Experimental Physics · Single correct

A screw gauge of pitch 0.5 mm is used to measure the diameter of uniform wire of length 6.8 cm, the main scale reading is 1.5 mm and circular scale reading is 7. The calculated curved surface area of wire to appropriate significant figures is: [Screw gauge has 50 divisions on the circular scale]

  1. $6.8\,\mathrm{cm^2}$
  2. $3.4\,\mathrm{cm^2}$
  3. $3.9\,\mathrm{cm^2}$
  4. $2.4\,\mathrm{cm^2}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

L.C. $=\dfrac{P}{N}=\dfrac{0.5\,\mathrm{mm}}{50}=0.01\,\mathrm{mm}$ Length of wire $=6.8\,\mathrm{cm}$ Diameter of wire $=1.5\,\mathrm{mm}+7\times\mathrm{L.C.}$ $=1.5\,\mathrm{mm}+7\times0.01\,\mathrm{mm}$ $=1.57\,\mathrm{mm}$ Curved surface area $=\pi D\ell$ $=3.14\times1.57\times10^{-1}\times6.8\,\mathrm{cm^2}$ $=3.352\,\mathrm{cm^2}$ $\approx 3.4\,\mathrm{cm^2}$

Question 51

Physics · Motion in a Plane · Numerical

If the initial velocity in horizontal direction of a projectile is unit vector $\hat{i}$ and the equation of trajectory is $y = 5x(1-x)$. The y component vector of the initial velocity is _____ $\hat{j}$ (Take $g = 10 \, \mathrm{m/s^2}$)

Answer: 5

Solution

Given $u_x = 1$ and $y = 5x(1-x)$. The derivative is $$\frac{dy}{dt} = 5 \frac{dx}{dt} - 10x \frac{dx}{dt}.$$ For the initial $y$-component of velocity, $$u_y = \left( \frac{dy}{dt} \right)_{x=0} \Rightarrow 5(1) = 5.$$ Therefore, $$\bar{u}_y = 5 \hat{j}.$$

Question 52

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Numerical

A disc of mass 1 kg and radius R is free of rotate about a horizontal axis passing through its centre and perpendicular to the plane of disc. A body of same mass as that of disc is fixed at the highest point of the disc. Now the system is released, when the body comes to the lowest position, its angular speed will be $$4 \sqrt{\frac{x}{3R}} rad s^{-1}$$ where $x = $ $$\left( g = 10 ms^{-2} \right)$$

Answer: 5

Solution

Using conservation of mechanical energy: $$mg 2R = \frac{1}{2} I_{disc} \omega^2 + \frac{1}{2} I_{particle} \omega^2$$ $$mg 2R = \frac{\omega^2}{2} \left[ \frac{mR^2}{2} + mR^2 \right]$$ $$mg 2R = \frac{\omega^2}{2} \frac{3}{2} mR^2$$ $$\frac{3}{4} \omega^2 = \frac{2g}{R}$$ $$\omega^2 = \frac{8g}{3R}$$ $$\omega = \sqrt{\frac{80}{3R}}$$ Given $$\omega = 4 \sqrt{\frac{x}{3R}}$$ $$16 \frac{x}{3R} = \frac{80}{3R}$$ $$x = 5$$

Question 53

Physics · Physical World, Units and Measurements · Numerical

In an experiment of determine the Young’s modulus of wire of a length exactly 1m, the extension in the length of the wire is measured as 0.4mm with an uncertainty of $\pm 0.02 \, \mathrm{mm}$ when a load of 1kg is applied. The diameter of the wire is measured as 0.4mm with an uncertainty of $\pm 0.01 \, \mathrm{mm}$. The error in the measurement of Young’s modulus ($\Delta Y$) is found to be $x \times 10^{10} \, \mathrm{Nm}^{-2}$. The value of $x$ is [Take $g = 10 \, \mathrm{m/s}^2$]

Answer: 2

Solution

Given $L = 1 \, \mathrm{m}$, $\Delta L = 0.4 \times 10^{-3} \, \mathrm{m}$, $m = 1 \, \mathrm{kg}$, $d = 0.4 \times 10^{-3} \, \mathrm{m}$. The formula is $\frac{F}{A} = Y \frac{\Delta L}{L}$. Therefore, $$Y = \frac{FL}{A \Delta L} = \frac{(mg) \cdot (1)}{\left( \frac{\pi d^2}{4} \right) 0.4 \times 10^{-3}}$$ This simplifies to $$\Rightarrow \frac{10 \times 4}{\pi (0.4 \times 10^{-3})^2 \times 0.4 \times 10^{-3}}$$ Hints and Solutions: $$Y = \frac{40 \times 7}{22 \times 64 \times 10^{-3} \times 10^{-9}}$$ $$Y = 0.199 \times 10^{-12} \, \mathrm{N/m^2}$$ The change in $Y$ is given by $$\frac{\Delta Y}{Y} = \frac{\Delta F}{F} + \frac{\Delta L}{L} + \frac{\Delta A}{A} + \frac{\Delta (\Delta L)}{(\Delta L)}$$ This becomes $$= \frac{0.02}{0.4} + 2 \frac{\Delta d}{d} = \frac{0.2}{4} + 2 \times \frac{0.01}{0.4}$$ $$= \frac{0.1}{2} + \frac{0.1}{2} = 0.1$$ Thus, $$\Rightarrow \Delta Y = 0.1 \times Y$$ Finally, $$= 0.199 \times 10^{11} = 1.99 \times 10^{10}$$

Question 54

Physics · Waves · Numerical

When a car is approaching the observer, the frequency of horn is 100 Hz. After passing the observer, it is 50 Hz. If the observer moves with the car, the frequency will be $\frac{x}{3}$ Hz where $x =$

Answer: 200

Solution

Given $f_1 = 100 = f_0 \left( \frac{C}{C - V_s} \right)$. $C$ is the speed of sound. $V_s$ is the speed of the source. Given $f_2 = 50 = f_0 \left( \frac{C}{C + V_s} \right)$. From the equations: $$C - V_s = \frac{C}{2}$$ Solving for $V_s$: $$2C - 2V_s = C + V_s$$ $$3V_s = C$$ $$V_s = \frac{C}{3}$$ Substitute $V_s$ back: $$100 = f_0 \frac{C}{2C/3} = \frac{3}{2} f_0$$ Solving for $f_0$: $$f_0 = \frac{200}{3}$$

Question 55

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Fill in the blank

A composite parallel plate capacitor is made up of two different dielectric materials with different thickness ($t_1$ and $t_2$) as shown in figure. The two different dielectric material are separated by a conducting foil F. The voltage of the conducting foil is ____ V.

Answer: 60

Solution

Capacitance of each capacitor $$C_1 = \frac{A 3 \varepsilon_0}{\frac{1}{2}} = 6 A \varepsilon_0$$ $$C_2 = A 4 \varepsilon_0 = 4 A \varepsilon_0$$ Equivalent capacitance $$C_{eq} = \frac{C_1 C_2}{C_1 + C_2} \Rightarrow \frac{24}{10} A \varepsilon_0$$ $$q_{net} = C_{eq} (\Delta V) \Rightarrow 240 A \varepsilon_0$$ $$\Delta V_2 = \frac{240 A \varepsilon_0}{4 A \varepsilon_0} = 60 V$$ $$(\Delta V_2 = Potential drop across C_2)$$ $$V_{foil} = 60 V$$

Question 56

Physics · Current Electricity · Numerical

Resistance are connected in a meter bridge circuit as shown in the figure. The balancing length $l_1$ is $40\,\mathrm{cm}$. Now an unknown resistance $x$ is connected in series with $P$ and new balancing length is found to be $80\,\mathrm{cm}$ measured from the same end. Then the value of $x$ will be $\Omega$

Answer: 20

Solution

Initially, $( \frac{P}{Q} = \frac{40 \,$ $\mathrm{cm}}{60 \,$ $\mathrm{cm}} = \frac{2}{3} )$ ...(1) Finally, $( \frac{P + x}{Q} = \frac{80 \,$ $\mathrm{cm}}{20 \,$ $\mathrm{cm}} = \frac{4}{1} )$ ...(2) Divide (2) by (1) $$\frac{P + x}{P} = 4 \times \frac{3}{2} = 6$$ $$\Rightarrow 1 + \frac{x}{P} = 6 \Rightarrow \frac{x}{P} = 5$$ $$\therefore x = 5P = 5 \times 4 = 20\ \Omega$$

Question 57

Physics · Alternating Current · Numerical

The effective current $I$ in the given circuit at very high frequencies will be ____ A

Answer: 44

Solution

At very high frequencies, $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C} \approx 0$. Also $X_L = \omega L \approx \infty$. Thus, the equivalent circuit can be redrawn as shown in the diagram. The total impedance $Z = 1 + 2 + 2 = 5 \, \Omega$. The current $I = \frac{220 \, \mathrm{V}}{5 \, \Omega} = 44 \, \mathrm{A}$.

Question 58

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Numerical

The graph between $\frac{1}{u}$ and $\frac{1}{v}$ for a thin convex lens in order to determine its focal length is plotted as shown in the figure. The refractive index of length is 1.5 and its both the surfaces have same radius of curvatures R. The value of R will be ____ cm. (Where $u =$ object distance , $v =$ image distance)

Answer: 10

Solution

For point B, $\frac{1}{u} = -0.10 \, \mathrm{cm^{-1}}$, $\frac{1}{v} = 0$. Thus, $u = -10 \, \mathrm{cm}$, $v = \infty$. i.e. $f = 10 \, \mathrm{cm}$. $$\frac{1}{10 \, \mathrm{cm}} = (1.5 - 1) \left( \frac{2}{R} \right) = \frac{1}{R} \Rightarrow R = 10 \, \mathrm{cm}$$

Question 59

Physics · Atoms · Numerical

In a hydrogen spectrum, $\lambda$ be the wavelength of first transition line of Lyman series. The wavelength difference will be "$a\lambda$" between the wavelength of $3^{\text{rd}}$ transition line of Paschen series and that of $2^{\text{nd}}$ transition line of Balmer series where $a =$

Answer: 5

Solution

For the first line of Lyman $$\frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( 1 - \frac{1}{4} \right) = R \left( \frac{3}{4} \right)$$ Thus, $$\lambda = \frac{4}{3R} \ldots (1)$$ For the 3rd line (Paschen) $$\frac{1}{\lambda_3} = R \left( \frac{1}{3^2} - \frac{1}{6^2} \right) = \frac{R}{9} \times \frac{3}{4}$$ For the 2nd line (Balmer) $$\frac{1}{\lambda_2} = R \left( \frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{4^2} \right) = \frac{R}{4} \times \frac{3}{4}$$ Thus, $a \lambda = \lambda_3 - \lambda_2 = \frac{12}{R} - \frac{16}{3R} = \frac{20}{3R}$ putting (1) $$a \left( \frac{4}{3R} \right) = \frac{20}{3R} \implies a = 5$$

Question 60

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

In the circuit shown below, maximum zener diode current will be ____ mA

Answer: 9

Solution

Consider input 120 V. $$I_L = \frac{60 \, \mathrm{V}}{10,000 \, \Omega} = 0.006 \, \mathrm{A}$$ $$I = \frac{(120 - 60) \, \mathrm{V}}{4000 \, \Omega} = 0.015 \, \mathrm{A}$$ Thus, $I_2 = I - I_L$ $$= 0.015 - 0.006 = 0.009 \, \mathrm{A} = 9 \, \mathrm{mA}$$

Chemistry

Question 61

Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Single correct

Match List - I with List - II. \begin{tabular}{|c|c|c|c|} \hline \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{List-I} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{List-II} \\ \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{(Compound)} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{(Shape)} \\ \hline (A) & BrF$_5$ & (I) & bent \\ \hline (B) & [CrF$_6$]$^{3-}$ & (II) & square pyramidal \\ \hline (C) & O$_3$ & (III) & trigonal bipyramidal \\ \hline (D) & PCl$_5$ & (IV) & octahedral \\ \hline \end{tabular} Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. (A)- (I), (B) - (II), $(C)$ - (III), (D) - (IV)
  2. (A)- (IV), (B) - (III), $(C)$ - (II), (D) - (I)
  3. (A)- (II), (B) - (IV), $(C)$ - (I), (D) - (III)
  4. (A)- (III), (B) - (IV), $(C)$ - (II), (D) - (I)

Answer: (c)

Solution

Question 62

Chemistry · Surface Chemistry · Single correct

Match List - I with List - II. \begin{tabular}{|c|l|c|l|} \hline \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{List-I} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{List-II} \\ \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{(Processes/Reactions)} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{(Catalyst)} \\ \hline (A) & $2SO_2(g)+O_2(g)\rightarrow2SO_3(g)$ & (I) & Fe(s) \\ \hline (B) & $4NH_3(g)+5O_2(g)\rightarrow4NO(g)+6H_2O(g)$ & (II) & Pt(s)-Rh(s) \\ \hline (C) & $N_2(g)+3H_2(g)\rightarrow2NH_3(g)$ & (III) & V$_2$O$_5$ \\ \hline (D) & Vegetable oil$(l)+H_2\rightarrow$ Vegetable ghee$(s)$ & (IV) & Ni(s) \\ \hline \end{tabular} Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. (A)- (III), (B) - (I), $(C)$ - (II), (D) - (IV)
  2. (A)- (III), (B) - (II), $(C)$ - (I), (D) - (IV)
  3. (A)- (IV), (B) - (III), $(C)$ - (I), (D) - (II)
  4. (A)- (IV), (B) - (II), $(C)$ - (III), (D) - (I)

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction $2\mathrm{SO_2} (g) + \mathrm{O_2} (g) \xrightarrow{\mathrm{V_2O_5}} 2\mathrm{SO_3} (g)$ is the contact process. The reaction $4\mathrm{NH_3} (g) + 5\mathrm{O_2} (g) \xrightarrow{\mathrm{Pt(s) - Rh(s)}} 4\mathrm{NO} (g) + 6\mathrm{H_2O} (g)$ is Ostwald's process. The reaction $\mathrm{N_2} (g) + 3\mathrm{H_2} (g) \xrightarrow{\mathrm{Fe(s)}} 2\mathrm{NH_3} (g)$ is Haber’s process. The reaction $Vegetable oil (l) + \mathrm{H_2} (g) \xrightarrow{\mathrm{Ni(s)}} vegetable ghee$ is Hydrogenation.

Question 63

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

Given two statements below : Statement I : In $\mathrm{Cl}_2$ molecule the covalent radius is double of the atomic radius of chlorine. Statement II : Radius of anionic species is always greater than their parent atomic radius. Choose the most appropriate answer from options given below :

  1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
  2. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
  3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
  4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.

Answer: (d)

Solution

In $\mathrm{Cl_2}$ molecule, the covalent radius is half of the internuclear distance, so statement (I) is false. For the same element, anion has lower effective nuclear charge than atom $\Rightarrow$ so anion is larger than atom. $\Rightarrow$ statement (II) is correct.

Question 64

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

Refining using liquation method is the most suitable for metals with:

  1. Low melting point
  2. High boiling point
  3. High electrical conductivity
  4. Less tendency to be soluble in melts than impurities

Answer: (a)

Solution

Liquation is used to purify metals having lower melting point than impurities present in them.

Question 65

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

Which of the following can be used to prevent the decomposition of $\mathrm{H_2O_2}$?

  1. Urea
  2. Formaldehyde
  3. Formic acid
  4. Ethanol

Answer: (a)

Solution

Urea acts as stabiliser for $\mathrm{H_2O_2}$.

Question 66

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

Reaction of BeCl$_2$ with LiAlH$_4$ gives : (A) AlCl$_3$ (B) BeH$_2$ $(C)$ LiH (D) LiCl (E) BeAlH$_4$ Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

  1. , (D) and (E)
  2. , (B) and (D)
  3. and (E)
  4. , $(C)$ and (D)

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction is given by: $$2\mathrm{BeCl_2} + \mathrm{LiAlH_4} \rightarrow 2\mathrm{BeH_2} + \mathrm{LiCl} + \mathrm{AlCl_3}$$

Question 67

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

Borazine, also known as inorganic benzene, can be prepared by the reaction of 3-equivalents of "X" with 6-equivalents of "Y". "X" and "Y", respectively are :

  1. $B(OH)_3$ and $NH_3$
  2. $B_2H_6$ and $NH_3$
  3. $B_2H_6$ and $HN_3$
  4. $NH_3$ and $B_2O_3$

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction is given by: $$3\mathrm{B_2H_6} + 6\mathrm{NH_3} \xrightarrow{\Delta} 2\mathrm{B_3N_3H_6} + 12\mathrm{H_2}$$

Question 68

Chemistry · Redox Reactions · Single correct

Which of the given reactions is not an example of disproportionation reaction?

  1. $2\mathrm{H_2O_2} \rightarrow 2\mathrm{H_2O} + \mathrm{O_2}$
  2. $2\mathrm{NO_2} + \mathrm{H_2O} \rightarrow \mathrm{HNO_3} + \mathrm{HNO_2}$
  3. $\mathrm{MnO_4^-} + 4\mathrm{H^+} + 3\mathrm{e^-} \rightarrow \mathrm{MnO_2} + 2\mathrm{H_2O}$
  4. $3\mathrm{MnO_4^{2-}} + 4\mathrm{H^+} \rightarrow 2\mathrm{MnO_4^-} + \mathrm{MnO_2} + 2\mathrm{H_2O}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

The reaction $2\mathrm{H_2O_2} \rightarrow 2\mathrm{H_2O} + \mathrm{O_2}$ is a disproportionation reaction. The reaction $2\mathrm{NO_2} + \mathrm{H_2O} \rightarrow \mathrm{HNO_3} + \mathrm{HNO_2}$ is a disproportionation reaction. The reaction $\mathrm{MnO_4^-} + 4\mathrm{H^+} + 3\mathrm{e^-} \rightarrow \mathrm{MnO_2} + 2\mathrm{H_2O}$ is a reduction reaction. The reaction $3\mathrm{MnO_4^{2-}} + 4\mathrm{H^+} \rightarrow 2\mathrm{MnO_4^-} + \mathrm{MnO_2} + 2\mathrm{H_2O}$ is a disproportionation reaction.

Question 69

Chemistry · Redox Reactions · Single correct

The dark purple colour of $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ disappears in the titration with oxalic acid in acidic medium. The overall change in the oxidation number of manganese in the reaction is:

  1. 5
  2. 1
  3. 7
  4. 2

Answer: (a)

Solution

In acidic medium, $$\mathrm{MnO_4^-} \rightarrow \mathrm{Mn^{+2}}$$ change in ox. no. = 5

Question 70

Chemistry · Haloalkanes and Haloarenes · Single correct

\[ \overset{\bullet}{\mathrm{Cl}} + \mathrm{CH}_4 \rightarrow \mathrm{A} + \mathrm{B} \] A and B in the above atmospheric reaction step are

  1. $\mathrm{C_2H_6}$ and $\mathrm{Cl_2}$
  2. $\overset{\bullet}{\mathrm{CHCl_2}}$ and $\mathrm{H_2}$
  3. $\overset{\bullet}{\mathrm{CH_3}}$ and $\mathrm{HCl}$
  4. $\mathrm{C_2H_6}$ and $\mathrm{HCl}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

The reaction is between $\overset{\bullet}\mathrm{Cl} + \mathrm{CH}_4$ to form $\overset{\bullet} \mathrm{CH}_3 + \mathrm{HCl}$.

Question 71

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

Which technique among the following, is most appropriate in separation of a mixture of 100 mg of p-nitrophenol and picric acid?

  1. Steam distillation
  2. 2-5 ft long column of silica gel
  3. Sublimation
  4. Preparative TLC (Thin Layer Chromatography)

Answer: (d)

Solution

Solvent polarity has been related to $R_f$ value of nitrocompounds. 100 mg p-nitrophenol and picric acid have different $R_f$ value on silica gel plate. Therefore, preparative TLC is best to separate 100 mg of para nitrophenol and picric acid.

Question 72

Chemistry · Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers · Single correct

The difference in the reaction of phenol with bromine in chloroform and bromine in water medium is due to:

  1. Hyperconjugation in substrate
  2. Polarity of solvent
  3. Free radical formation
  4. Electromeric effect of the substrate

Answer: (b)

Solution

Difference in reactions is observed due to solvent polarity, which (i) Ionizes phenol to make more reactive phenoxide ion (ii) Increases electrophilicity of bromine.

Question 73

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

Which of the following compounds is not aromatic?

Answer: (c)

Solution

Annulene, although follow $(4n + 2)\pi$ electron rule, but it is non-aromatic due to its non planar nature. It is nonplanar due to repulsion of C-H bonds present inside the ring.

Question 74

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The products formed in the following reaction, A and B are

Answer: (c)

Solution

$NaBH_4$ does not reduce carboxylic acid.

Question 75

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

Which reactant will give the following alcohol on reaction with one mole of phenyl magnesium bromide (PhMgBr) followed by acidic hydrolysis?

  1. $CH_3 - C \equiv$ N
  2. $Ph - C \equiv$ N

Answer: (d)

Solution

The reaction involves the addition of phenylmagnesium bromide (PhMgBr) to acetophenone (Ph-CO-CH3) followed by acid workup with H+. This results in the formation of a tertiary alcohol with the structure Ph-C(OH)(CH3)-Ph.

Question 76

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The major product of the following reaction is

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given reaction is an example of birch reduction.

Question 77

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

The correct stability order of the following diazonium salt is

  1. (A) > (B) > ($C$) > (D)
  2. (A) > ($C$) > (D) > (B)
  3. ($C$) > (A) > (D) > (B)
  4. ($C$) > (D) > (B) > (A)

Answer: (b)

Solution

Since diazonium ion is a cation hence it is stabilized by electron donating groups and destabilized by electron withdrawing group. Hence Stability order should be A > C > D > B.

Question 78

Chemistry · Chemistry in Everyday Life · Single correct

Stearic acid and polyethylene glycol react to form which one of the following soap/s detergents?

  1. Cationic detergent
  2. Soap
  3. Anionic detergent
  4. Non-ionic detergent

Answer: (d)

Solution

Stearic acid $\mathrm{CH_3(CH_2)_{16}COOH}$ reacts with polyethylene glycol $\mathrm{OH(CH_2CH_2O)_nCH_2CH_2OH}$ to form a non-ionic detergent. The reaction involves the removal of water $-\mathrm{H_2O}$ and results in the formation of the ester

Question 79

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Single correct

Which of the following is reducing sugar?

Answer: (a)

Solution

If any sugar is having free $-OH$ group at anomeric carbon then it will be a reducing sugar.

Question 80

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason $(R)$. Assertion (A) : Experimental reaction of $\mathrm{CH_3Cl}$ with aniline and anhydrous $\mathrm{AlCl_3}$ does not give o and p-methylaniline. Reason $(R)$ : The $\mathrm{-NH_2}$ group of aniline becomes deactivating because of salt formation with anhydrous $\mathrm{AlCl_3}$ and hence yields m-methyl aniline as the product. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

  1. Both (A) and $(R)$ are true and $(R)$ is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and $(R)$ are true but $(R)$ is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. is true, but $(R)$ is false.
  4. is false, but $(R)$ is true.

Answer: (c)

Solution

Friedel Craft Alkylation does not occur on this deactivated ring.

Question 81

Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry · Numerical

Chlorophyll extracted from the crushed green leaves was dissolved in water to make 2 $\mathrm{L}$ solution of Mg of concentration 48 $\mathrm{ppm}$. The number of atoms of Mg in this solution is $x \times 10^{20}$ atoms. The value of $x$ is ________. (Nearest Integer) (Given : Atomic mass of Mg is $24 \, \mathrm{g \, mol^{-1}}$, $N_A = 6.02 \times 10^{23} \, \mathrm{mol^{-1}}$)

Answer: 24

Solution

Given $\left(\mathrm{ppm}=\frac{W_{Mg}}{V_{soln}}\times10^6=48\right)$ $\Rightarrow W_{Mg}=\frac{48\times2\times1000}{10^6}$ $=48\times2\times10^{-3}\,\mathrm{g}$ $n_{Mg}=\frac{W_{Mg}}{24}=\frac{48\times2\times10^{-3}}{24}$ $=4\times10^{-3}$ Number of Mg atoms $\left(=4\times10^{-3}\times6.02\times10^{23}\right)$ $=4\times6.02\times10^{20}$ $=24.08\times10^{20}$ $\therefore x=24.08$

Question 82

Chemistry · States of Matter · Numerical

A mixture of hydrogen and oxygen contains 40$\%$ hydrogen by mass when the pressure is $2.2 \, \mathrm{bar}$. The partial pressure of hydrogen is $\mathrm{bar}$. (Nearest Integer)

Answer: 2

Solution

Let $W_{\mathrm{H}_2} = 40 \, \mathrm{g}$, so $n_{\mathrm{H}_2} = \frac{40}{2} = 20$. $W_{\mathrm{O}_2} = 60 \, \mathrm{g}$, so $n_{\mathrm{O}_2} = \frac{60}{32} = \frac{15}{8}$. $P_{\mathrm{H}_2} = \left( \frac{20}{20 + \frac{15}{8}} \right) \times 2.2$ $$= \frac{20}{20 + 1.875} \times 2.2$$ $$= \frac{20}{21.875} \times 2.2$$ $$= 2.0114$$ $$\approx 2.01 \, \mathrm{bar}$$

Question 83

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Numerical

The wavelength of an electron and a neutron will become equal when the velocity of the electron is x times the velocity of neutron. The value of x is__________. (Nearest Integer) (Mass of electron is $9.1 \times 10^{-31} \, \mathrm{kg}$ and mass of neutron is $1.6 \times 10^{-27} \, \mathrm{kg}$)

Answer: 1758

Solution

Given $\nu_e = x \nu_N$ and $\lambda_e = \lambda_N$. Therefore, $$\frac{h}{m_e \nu_e} = \frac{h}{m_N \nu_N}$$ This implies $$\nu_e = \frac{m_N}{m_e} \cdot \nu_N$$ Substituting the values, $$\nu_e = \frac{1.6 \times 10^{-27}}{9.1 \times 10^{-31}} \nu_N$$ Thus, $$\nu_e = 1758.24 \times \nu_N$$ Therefore, $x = 1758.24$.

Question 84

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Numerical

2.4 $\mathrm{g}$ coal is burnt in a bomb calorimeter in excess of oxygen at 298 $\mathrm{K}$ and 1 $\mathrm{atm}$ pressure. The temperature of the calorimeter rises from 298 $\mathrm{K}$ to 300 $\mathrm{K}$. The enthalpy change during the combustion of coal is -x $\mathrm{kJ}$ $\mathrm{mol}^{-1}$. The value of x is . (Nearest Integer) (Given: Heat capacity of bomb calorimeter 20.0 $\mathrm{kJ}$ $\mathrm{K}^{-1}$. Assume coal to be pure carbon)

Answer: 200

Solution

The reaction is given by $\($ $\mathrm{C (s) + O_2 (g) \rightarrow CO_2 (g)}$ $\)$ with $\($ $\Delta$ H = -x $\)$ kJ/mole. The heat $\($ Q $\)$ is calculated as $\($ Q = C $\Delta$ T = 20 $\mathrm{kJ}$ $\times$ 2 $\)$. Therefore, 40 kJ of heat is released for 2.4 g of C. For 1 mole of C, $\($ Q = $\frac{40}{2.4}$ $\times$ 12 $\)$. This simplifies to: $$ \frac{400}{24} \times 12 = 200 \, \mathrm{kJ/mole} $$ Thus, $\($ Q = $\Delta$ E = $\Delta$ H = 200 $\mathrm{kJ}$ $\)$ (since $\($ $\Delta$ n_g = 0 $\)$). Therefore, $\($ x = 200 $\)$.

Question 85

Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry · Numerical

When 800 $\mathrm{mL}$ of 0.5 $\mathrm{M}$ nitric acid is heated in a beaker, its volume is reduced to half and 11.5 $\mathrm{g}$ of nitric acid is evaporated. The molarity of the remaining nitric acid solution is x $\times$ $10^{-2}$ $\mathrm{M}$. (Nearest Integer) (Molar mass of nitric acid is 63 $\mathrm{g \, mol^{-1})}$

Answer: 54

Solution

Given $n_{\mathrm{HNO_3}} = 0.5 \times 0.8$. $$= 0.4 mole$$ $$(n_{\mathrm{HNO_3}})_{remains} = 0.4 - \frac{11.5}{63}$$ $$= 0.4 - 0.1825$$ $$= 0.2175$$ Molarity is given by: $$\frac{0.2175}{400} \times 1000$$ $$= \frac{0.2175}{0.4}$$ $$= 0.5437 mole/lit.$$ $$\simeq 0.54 mole/lit.$$ $$= 54 \times 10^{-2} mol/lit.$$

Question 86

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Numerical

At 298 $\mathrm{K}$, the equilibrium constant is $2 \times 10^{15}$ for the reaction: $Cu(s)+2Ag^+(aq)\rightleftharpoons Cu^{2+}(aq)+2Ag(s)$ The equilibrium constant for the reaction $\dfrac12Cu^{2+}(aq)+Ag(s)\rightleftharpoons\dfrac12Cu(s)+Ag^+(aq)$ is $x \times 10^{-8}$. The value of $x$ is _______. (Nearest Integer)

Answer: 2

Solution

Given $$K'_{eq} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{K_{eq}}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2 \times 10^{15}}} = x \times 10^{-8}$$ This implies $$\frac{1}{\sqrt{20}} \times \frac{1}{10^7} = x \times 10^{-8}$$ Therefore, $$\frac{1}{\sqrt{20}} \times 10^{-7} = x \times 10^{-8}$$ Simplifying, $$\frac{10}{\sqrt{20}} = x$$ Thus, $$x = \frac{\sqrt{10}}{\sqrt{2}} = \sqrt{5} = 2.236$$ Approximately, $$\approx 2.24$$

Question 87

Chemistry · Electrochemistry · Numerical

The amount of charge in F (Faraday) required to obtain one mole of iron from $\mathrm{Fe_3O_4}$ is _____. (Nearest Integer)

Answer: 3

Solution

The reaction is given as $\mathrm{Fe_3O_4} + 8e^- \rightarrow 3\mathrm{Fe}$. Charge for 1 mole of $\mathrm{Fe}$ is $\frac{8}{3} \, F$. Therefore, the total charge is $2.67 \, F$.

Question 88

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Numerical

For a reaction A $\rightarrow$ 2B + C the half lives are 100 $\mathrm{s}$ and 50 $\mathrm{s}$ when the concentration of reactant A is 0.5 and 1.0 $\mathrm{mol \, L^{-1}}$ respectively. The order of the reaction is . (Nearest Integer)

Answer: 2

Solution

The half-life $t_{\frac{1}{2}}$ is proportional to $\frac{1}{[A_0]^{n-1}}$. For $[100]$, it is proportional to $\frac{1}{(0.5)^{n-1}}$ and for $[50]$, it is proportional to $\frac{1}{(1)^{n-1}}$. Thus, $[2]^1 = \left[ \frac{1}{0.5} \right]^{n-1}$. This simplifies to $[2]^1 = [2]^{n-1}$. Therefore, $n - 1 = 1$, which gives $n = 2$. Thus, the order is 2.

Question 89

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Numerical

The difference between spin only magnetic moment values of $\mathrm{[Co(H_2O)_6]Cl_2}$ and $\mathrm{[Cr(H_2O)_6]Cl_3}$ is

Answer: 0

Solution

For $[\mathrm{Co(H_2O)_6}]^{2+}$, the electron configuration of $\mathrm{Co}^{2+}$ is shown with 3 unpaired electrons. The magnetic moment $\mu$ is given by $\mu = \sqrt{15} \mathrm{BM}$. For $[\mathrm{Cr(H_2O)_6}]^{3+}$, the electron configuration of $\mathrm{Cr}^{3+}$ also shows 3 unpaired electrons. The magnetic moment $\mu$ is $\mu = \sqrt{15} \mathrm{BM}$. The difference in spin only magnetic moment is 0.

Question 90

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Numerical

In the presence of sunlight, benzene reacts with $\mathrm{Cl}_2$ to give product, X. The number of hydrogens in X is _________.

Answer: 6

Solution

The reaction shown is the chlorination of benzene in the presence of sunlight. This leads to the formation of hexachlorocyclohexane, where all hydrogen atoms in benzene are replaced by chlorine atoms.