JEE Main 29 July 2022 Shift 1 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Relations and Functions · Single correct

Let $R$ be a relation from the set $\{1, 2, 3, \ldots, 60\}$ to itself such that $R = \{(a, b) : b = pq, \text{ where } p, q \geq 3 \text{ are prime numbers}\}$. Then, the number of elements in $R$ is:

  1. 600
  2. 660
  3. 540
  4. 720

Answer: (b)

Solution

Number of possible values of $a = 60$, for $b = pq$, If $p = 3$, $q = 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19$. If $p = 5$, $q = 5, 7, 11$. If $p = 7$, $q = 7$. Total cases $= 60 \times 11 = 660$

Question 2

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Single correct

If $z = 2 + 3i$, then $z^5 + \left( \overline{z} \right)^5$ is equal to:

  1. 244
  2. 224
  3. 245
  4. 265

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $z^5 + (\overline{z})^5 = (2 + 3i)^5 + (2 - 3i)^5$. This equals $2 \left( \binom{5}{0} 2^5 + \binom{5}{2} 2^3 (3i)^2 + \binom{5}{4} 2^1 (3i)^4 \right)$. Simplifying, we have $2 (32 + 10 \times 8 \times (-9) + 5 \times 2 \times 81) = 244$.

Question 3

Maths · Matrices · Single correct

Let A and B be two 3 $\times$ 3 non-zero real matrices such that AB is a zero matrix. Then

  1. The system of linear equations AX = 0 has a unique solution
  2. The system of linear equations AX = 0 has infinitely many solutions
  3. B is an invertible matrix
  4. adj (A) is an invertible matrix

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $AB = 0 \Rightarrow |AB| = 0$. $|A| \ |B| = 0$ $|A| = 0 |B| = 0$ If $|A| \neq 0$, $B = 0$ (not possible). If $|B| \neq 0$, $A = 0$ (not possible). Hence $|A| = |B| = 0$. $\Rightarrow AX = 0$ has infinitely many solutions.

Question 4

Maths · Sequences and Series · Single correct

If $\frac{1}{(20-a)(40-a)} + \frac{1}{(40-a)(60-a)} + \ldots + \frac{1}{(180-a)(200-a)} = \frac{1}{256}$, then the maximum value of $a$ is:

  1. 198
  2. 202
  3. 212
  4. 218

Answer: (c)

Solution

By splitting $$\frac{1}{20} \left[ \left( \frac{1}{20-a} - \frac{1}{40-a} \right) + \left( \frac{1}{40-a} - \frac{1}{60-a} \right) + \ldots + \left( \frac{1}{180-a} - \frac{1}{200-a} \right) \right]$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{1}{20} \left( \frac{1}{20-a} - \frac{1}{200-a} \right) = \frac{1}{256}$$ $$(20-a)(200-a) = 256 \times 9$$ $$a^2 - 220a + 1696 = 0$$ $$a = 8, 212$$ Hence maximum value of $a$ is 212.

Question 5

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Single correct

If $\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{\alpha e^x + \beta e^{-x} + \gamma \sin x}{x \sin^2 x} = \frac{2}{3}$, where $\alpha, \beta, \gamma \in \mathbb{R}$, then which of the following is NOT correct?

  1. $\alpha^2 + \beta^2 + \gamma^2 = 6$
  2. $\alpha \beta + \beta \gamma + \gamma \alpha + 1 = 0$
  3. $\alpha \beta^2 + \beta \gamma^2 + \gamma \alpha^2 + 3 = 0$
  4. $\alpha^2 - \beta^2 + \gamma^2 = 4$
Solution

Given $\lim_{x\to0}$ $\frac{ \alpha\left( 1+x+\frac{x^2}{2!}+\frac{x^3}{3!}+\cdots \right) }{ x^3 }$ $+ \frac{ \beta\left( 1-x+\frac{x^2}{2!}-\frac{x^3}{3!}+\cdots \right) }{ x^3 }$ $+ \frac{ \gamma\left( x-\frac{x^3}{3!}+\cdots \right) }{ x^3 }$ constant terms should be zero $\Rightarrow\ \alpha+\beta=0$ coefficient of $x$ should be zero $\Rightarrow\ \alpha-\beta+\gamma=0$ coefficient of $x^2$ should be zero $\lim_{x\to0} \frac{ x^3\left( \frac{\alpha}{3!} -\frac{\beta}{3!} -\frac{\gamma}{3!} \right) }{ x^3 }$ $+ \frac{ x^4\left( \frac{\alpha}{3!} -\frac{\beta}{3!} -\frac{\gamma}{3!} \right) }{ x^3 } =\frac23$ $\Rightarrow\ \frac{\alpha}{2} + \frac{\beta}{2} =0$ $\frac{\alpha}{6} -\frac{\beta}{6} -\frac{\gamma}{6} =\frac{2}{3}$ $\Rightarrow\ \alpha=1,\ \beta=-1,\ \gamma=-2$

Question 6

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

The integral $$\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{1}{3 + 2 \sin x + \cos x} \, dx$$ is equal to:

  1. $\tan$^{-1}(2)
  2. $\tan$^{-1}(2) - $\frac{\pi}{4}$
  3. $\frac{1}{2}$ $\tan$^{-1}(2) - $\frac{\pi}{8}$
  4. $\frac{1}{2}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$I = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{dx}{3 + 2 \sin x + \cos x} = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sec^2 \frac{x}{2} \cdot dx}{2 \tan^2 \frac{x}{2} + 4 \tan \frac{x}{2} + 4}$$ Put $\tan \frac{x}{2} = t$, so $$I = \int_0^1 \frac{dt}{(t+1)^2 + 1} = \tan^{-1}(x+1) \bigg|_0^1 = \tan^{-1} 2 - \frac{\pi}{4}$$

Question 7

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

Let the solution curve $y = y(x)$ of the differential equation $\left(1 + e^{2x}\right)\left(\frac{dy}{dx} + y\right) = 1$ pass through the point $\left(0, \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$. Then, $\lim_{x \to \infty} e^x y(x)$ is equal to:

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{dy}{dx}$ + y = $\frac{1}{1 + e^{2x}}$ $\)$. So integrating factor is $\($ e^{$\int$ 1 $\,$ dx} = e^x $\)$. So solution is $\($ y $\cdot$ e^x = $\tan$^{-1}(e^x) + c $\)$. Now as curve is passing through $\($ $\left$( 0, $\frac{\pi}{2}$ $\right$) $\)$ so $\($ $\Rightarrow$ c = $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\)$. $\($ $\Rightarrow$ $\lim$_{x $\to$ $\infty$} $\left$( y $\cdot$ e^x $\right$) = $\lim$_{x $\to$ $\infty$} $\left$( $\tan$^{-1}(e^x) + $\frac{\pi}{4}$ $\right$) = $\frac{3\pi}{4}$ $\)$

Question 8

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

Let a line L pass through the point of intersection of the lines $bx + 10y - 8 = 0$ and $2x - 3y = 0$, $b \in \mathbb{R} - \left\{ \frac{4}{3} \right\}$. If the line L also passes through the point $(1, 1)$ and touches the circle $17 \left( x^2 + y^2 \right) = 16$, then the eccentricity of the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{5} + \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$ is:

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Line is passing through intersection of $bx + 10y - 8 = 0$ and $2x - 3y = 0$ is $\left(bx + 10y - 8\right) + \lambda \left(2x - 3y\right) = 0$. As line is passing through $(1,1)$ so $\lambda = b + 2$. Now line $\left(3b + 4\right)x - \left(3b - 4\right)y - 8 = 0$ is tangent to circle $17\left(x^2 + y^2\right) = 16$. So $$\frac{8}{\sqrt{\left(3b + 4\right)^2 + \left(3b - 4\right)^2}} = \frac{4}{\sqrt{17}}$$ $$\Rightarrow b^2 = 2 \Rightarrow e = \sqrt{\frac{3}{5}}$$

Question 9

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

If the foot of the perpendicular from the point $A(-1, 4, 3)$ on the plane $P: 2x + my + nz = 4$, is $\left(-2, \frac{7}{2}, \frac{3}{2}\right)$, then the distance of the point $A$ from the plane $P$, measured parallel to a line with direction ratios $3, -1, -4$, is equal to:

  1. 1
  2. $\sqrt{26}$
  3. 2$\sqrt{2}$
  4. $\sqrt{14}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Let B be the foot of the perpendicular. Coordinates of B are $\left(-2, \frac{7}{2}, \frac{3}{2}\right)$. Direction ratio of line AB is $\langle 2, 1, 3 \rangle$ so $m = 1$, $n = 3$. So the equation of AC is $$\frac{x+1}{3} = \frac{y-4}{-1} = \frac{z-3}{-4} = \lambda$$ So point C is $(3\lambda - 1, -\lambda + 4, -4\lambda + 3)$. But C lies on the plane, so $$6\lambda - 2 - \lambda + 4 - 12\lambda + 9 = 4$$ $$\Rightarrow \lambda = 1 \Rightarrow C(2, 3, -1)$$ $$\Rightarrow AC = \sqrt{26}$$

Question 10

Maths · Vector Algebra · Single correct

Let $\vec{a} = 3\hat{i} + \hat{j}$ and $\vec{b} = \hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}$. Let $\vec{c}$ be a vector satisfying $\vec{a} \times (\vec{b} \times \vec{c}) = \vec{b} + \lambda \vec{c}$. If $\vec{b}$ and $\vec{c}$ are non-parallel, then the value of $\lambda$ is:

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\vec{a} = 3\hat{i} + \hat{j}$, $\vec{b} = \hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}$. As $\vec{a} \times (\vec{b} \times \vec{c}) = \vec{b} + \lambda \vec{c}$, we have: $$\Rightarrow \vec{a} \cdot \vec{c} (\vec{b}) - (\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b}) \vec{c} = \vec{b} + \lambda \vec{c}$$ $$\Rightarrow \vec{a} \cdot \vec{c} = 1, \vec{a} \cdot \vec{b} = -\lambda$$ $$\Rightarrow (3\hat{i} + \hat{j}) \cdot (\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}) = -\lambda$$ $$\Rightarrow \lambda = -5$$

Question 11

Maths · Heights and Distances · Single correct

The angle of elevation of the top of a tower from a point A due north of it is $\alpha$ and from a point B at a distance of 9 units due west of A is $\cos^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{\sqrt{13}}\right)$. If the distance of the point B from the tower is 15 units, then $\cot \alpha$ is equal to:

  1. $\frac{6}{5}$
  2. $\frac{9}{5}$
  3. $\frac{4}{3}$
  4. $\frac{7}{3}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $OB = 15$. $$\cos \beta = \frac{3}{\sqrt{13}}$$ For the triangle with sides $\sqrt{13}$, $3$, and $2$, we have: $$\tan \beta = \frac{2}{3}$$ In the triangle $BPO$, we have: $$\tan \beta = \frac{h}{15}$$ Equating the two expressions for $\tan \beta$: $$\frac{2}{3} = \frac{h}{15}$$ Solving for $h$ gives: $$10 = h$$ In the triangle $OAB$, we have: $$OA^2 + AB^2 = 225$$ Substituting $AB = 9$: $$OA^2 + 81 = 225$$ In the triangle $AO$, we have: $$\tan \alpha = \frac{10}{12}$$ Therefore, the cotangent is: $$\cot \alpha = \frac{12}{10} = \frac{6}{5}$$

Question 12

Maths · Mathematical Reasoning · Single correct

The statement $(p \land q) \Rightarrow (p \land r)$ is equivalent to :

  1. $q \Rightarrow (p \land r)$
  2. $p \Rightarrow (p \land r)$
  3. $(p \land r) \Rightarrow (p \land q)$
  4. $(p \land q) \Rightarrow r$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $(p \land q) \Rightarrow (p \land r)$. $$\sim (p \land q) \lor (p \land r)$$ $$(\sim p \lor \sim q) \lor (p \land r)$$ $$(\sim p \lor (p \land r)) \lor \sim q$$ $$(\sim p \lor p) \land (\sim p \lor r) \lor \sim q$$ $$(\sim p \lor r) \lor \sim q$$ $$(\sim p \lor \sim q) \lor r$$ $$\sim (p \land q) \lor r$$ $$(p \land q) \Rightarrow r$$

Question 13

Maths · Properties of Triangles · Single correct

Let the circumcentre of a triangle with vertices $A(a, 3)$, $B(b, 5)$ and $C(a, b)$, $ab > 0$ be $P(1, 1)$. If the line $AP$ intersects the line $BC$ at the point $Q(k_1, k_2)$, then $k_1 + k_2$ is equal to:

  1. 2
  2. $\frac{4}{7}$
  3. $\frac{2}{7}$
  4. 4

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $m_{AC} \to \infty$, $m_{PD} = 0$. The coordinates of $D$ are $\left( \frac{a+a}{2}, \frac{b+3}{2} \right)$. Therefore, $D \left( a, \frac{b+3}{2} \right)$. Since $m_{PD} = 0$, we have $$\frac{b+3}{2} - 1 = 0$$ $$b + 3 - 2 = 0$$ $$b = -1$$ The coordinates of $E$ are $\left( \frac{b+a}{2}, \frac{5+b}{2} \right) = \left( \frac{af}{2}, 2 \right)$. The condition $m_{CB} \cdot m_{EP} = -1$ gives $$\frac{5-b}{b-a} = \frac{2-1}{a-1} = -1$$ $$\frac{6}{-1-a} = \frac{2}{a-3} = -1$$ Solving, $$12 = (1+a)(a-3)$$ $$12 = a^2 - 3a + a - 3$$ $$a^2 - 2a - 15 = 0$$ $$(a-5)(a+3) = 0$$ $$a = 5 or a = -3$$ Given $ab > 0$, accept $a = 5$. The equation of line $AP$ is $y - 1 = \left( \frac{3-1}{-3-1} \right)(x-1)$, which simplifies to $$-2y + 2 = x - 1$$ $$x + 2y = 3$$ Applying equation (1), the line $BC$ with $B(-1, 5)$ and $C(-3, -1)$ is $$\left( y - 5 \right) = \frac{6}{2}(x + 1)$$ $$y = 3x + 8$$ Solving equations (1) and (2), $$x + 2(3x + 8) = 3$$ $$7x + 16 = 3$$ $$7x = -13$$ $$x = \frac{-13}{7}$$ $$y = 3\left( \frac{-13}{7} \right) + 8$$ $$= \frac{-39 + 56}{7}$$ $$y = \frac{17}{7}$$ Therefore, $$x + y = \frac{-13 + 17}{7} = \frac{4}{7}$$

Question 14

Maths · Vector Algebra · Single correct

Let $\hat{a}$ and $\hat{b}$ be two unit vectors such that the angle between them is $\frac{\pi}{4}$. If $\theta$ is the angle between the vectors $\left( \hat{a} + \hat{b} \right)$ and $\left( \hat{a} + 2\hat{b} + 2\left( \hat{a} \times \hat{b} \right) \right)$, then the value of $164 \cos^2 \theta$ is equal to:

  1. 90 + 27$\sqrt{2}$
  2. 45 + 18$\sqrt{2}$
  3. 90 + 3$\sqrt{2}$
  4. 54 + 90$\sqrt{2}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\hat{a} \cdot \hat{b} = \frac{\pi}{4} = \phi$. $\hat{a} \cdot \hat{b} = |\hat{a}| |\hat{b}| \cos \phi$. $\hat{a} \cdot \hat{b} = \cos \phi = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$. $$\cos \theta = \frac{(\hat{a} + \hat{b}) \cdot (\hat{a} + 2\hat{b} + 2(\hat{a} \times \hat{b}))}{|\hat{a} + \hat{b}| |\hat{a} + 2\hat{b} + 2(\hat{a} \times \hat{b})|}$$ $|\hat{a} + \hat{b}|^2 = (\hat{a} + \hat{b}) \cdot (\hat{a} + \hat{b})$. $|\hat{a} + \hat{b}|^2 = 2 + 2 \hat{a} \cdot \hat{b}$. $= 2 + \sqrt{2}$. $\hat{a} \times \hat{b} = |\hat{a}| |\hat{b}| \sin \phi \hat{n}$. $\hat{a} \times \hat{b} = \hat{n}$ when $\hat{n}$ is vector $\perp \hat{a}$ and $\hat{b}$. We know, $\vec{c} \cdot \vec{a} = 0$. $\vec{c} \cdot \vec{b} = 0$. $$|\hat{a} + 2\hat{b} + 2\vec{c}|^2$$ $= 1 + 4 + \frac{(4)}{2} + 4 \hat{a} \cdot \hat{b} + 8 \hat{b} \cdot \vec{c} + 4 \vec{c} \cdot \hat{a}$. $= 7 + \frac{4}{\sqrt{2}} = 7 + 2\sqrt{2}$. Now $(\hat{a} + \hat{b}) \cdot (\hat{a} + 2\hat{b} + 2\vec{c})$. $= |\hat{a}|^2 + 2 \hat{a} \cdot \hat{b} + 0 + \hat{b} \cdot \hat{a} + 2 |\hat{b}|^2 + 0$. $= 1 + \frac{2}{\sqrt{2}} + \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} + 2$. $= 3 + \frac{3}{\sqrt{2}}$. $$\cos \theta = \frac{3 + \frac{3}{\sqrt{2}}}{\sqrt{2} + \sqrt{2} \sqrt{7 + 2\sqrt{2}}}$$ $$\cos \theta = \frac{3 + \frac{3}{\sqrt{2}}}{\sqrt{2} + \sqrt{2} \sqrt{7 + 2\sqrt{2}}}$$ $$\cos^2 \theta = \frac{9(\sqrt{2} + 1)^2}{2(2 + \sqrt{2})(7 + 2\sqrt{2})}$$ $$\cos^2 \theta = \left(\frac{9}{2\sqrt{2}}\right) \left(\frac{(\sqrt{2} + 1)}{(7 + 2\sqrt{2})}\right)$$ $$164 \cos^2 \theta = \frac{(82)(9)}{\sqrt{2}} \left(\frac{(\sqrt{2} + 1)}{(7 + 2\sqrt{2})}\right) \left(\frac{(7 - 2\sqrt{2})}{(7 - 2\sqrt{2})}\right)$$ $= 90 + 27\sqrt{2}$

Question 15

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

If f($\alpha$) = $\int_{1}^{\alpha}$ $\frac{\log_{10} t}{1+t}$ dt, $\alpha$ > 0, then f(e^3) + f(e^{-3}) is equal to:

  1. 9
  2. $\frac{9}{2}$
  3. $\frac{9}{\log_e(10)}$
  4. $\frac{9}{2 \log_e(10)}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $$f(e^3) = \int_1^{e^3} \frac{\ln t}{\ln 10 (1+t)} \, dt ......(1)$$ $$f(\alpha) = \int_1^{\alpha} \frac{\ln t}{(\ln 10)(1+t)} \, dt$$ Let $t = \frac{1}{x} \implies x = \frac{1}{t}$. Then $dt = -\frac{1}{x^2} \, dx$. Thus, $$= \int_1^{\frac{1}{\alpha}} \frac{-\ln x}{(\ln 10) \left(1 + \frac{1}{x}\right)} \left(-\frac{1}{x^2}\right) \, dx$$ $$f(\alpha) = \frac{1}{\ln 10} \int_1^{\frac{1}{\alpha}} \frac{\ln x}{x(x+1)} \, dx ......(2)$$ Now consider $f(e^3) + f(e^{-3})$. $$= \left(\frac{1}{\ln 10}\right) \int_1^{e^3} \frac{\ln t}{(1+t)} \left[1 + \frac{1}{t}\right] \, dt$$ $$= \left(\frac{1}{\ln 10}\right) \int_1^3 \frac{\ln t}{t} \, dt$$ Let $\ln t = r$. Then $\frac{dt}{t} = dr$. Thus, $$= \frac{1}{\ln 10} \int_0^3 r \, dr$$ $$= \left(\frac{1}{\ln 10}\right) \left[\frac{r^2}{2}\right]_0^3$$ $$= \left(\frac{1}{\log 10}\right) \left(\frac{9}{2}\right)$$ $$= \frac{9}{2 \log_e 10}$$

Question 16

Maths · Applications of Integrals · Single correct

The area of the region \[ \left\{ (x,y): |x-1|\le y\le\sqrt{5-x^2} \right\} \] is equal to:

  1. $\frac{5}{2} \sin^{-1} \left( \frac{3}{5} \right) - \frac{1}{2}$
  2. $\frac{5\pi}{4} - \frac{3}{2}$
  3. $\frac{3\pi}{4} + \frac{3}{2}$
  4. $\frac{5\pi}{4} - \frac{1}{2}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $|x - 1| < y < \sqrt{5 - x^2}$. When $|x - 1| = \sqrt{5 - x^2}$, $\[$ (x - 1)^2 = 5 - x^2 $\]$ $\[$ x^2 - x - 2 = 0 $\]$ $\[$ x = 2, -1 $\]$ Required Area = Area of $\triangle ABC$ + Area of region $BCD$. $\[$ = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\begin{vmatrix}$ 1 & 0 & 1 $\\$ 2 & 1 & 1 $\\$ -1 & 2 & 1 $\end{vmatrix}$ + $\frac{\pi}{4}$($\sqrt{5}$)^2 - $\frac{1}{2}$($\sqrt{5}$)^2 $\]$ $\[$ = $\frac{5\pi}{4}$ - $\frac{1}{2}$ $\]$

Question 17

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

Let the focal chord of the parabola $P : y^2 = 4x$ along the line $L : y = mx + c, \ m > 0$ meet the parabola at the points $M$ and $N$. Let the line $L$ be a tangent to the hyperbola $H : x^2 - y^2 = 4$. If $O$ is the vertex of $P$ and $F$ is the focus of $H$ on the positive x-axis, then the area of the quadrilateral $OMFN$ is:

  1. $2\sqrt{6}$
  2. $2\sqrt{14}$
  3. $4\sqrt{6}$
  4. $4\sqrt{14}$
Solution

Focus $(ae, 0)$ $F\left(2\sqrt{2}, 0\right)$ Line $L : y = mx + c$ passes through $(1,0)$ $$0 = m + C ........(1)$$ Line $L$ is tangent to the hyperbola. $$\frac{x^2}{4} - \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$$ $$C = \pm \sqrt{a^2m^2 - \ell^2}$$ $$C = \pm \sqrt{4m^2 - 4}$$ From (1) $$-m = \pm \sqrt{4m^2 - 4}$$ Squaring $$m^2 = 4m^2 - 4$$ $$4 = 3m^2$$ $$\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}} = m (as $m > 0$)$$ $$C = -m$$ $$C = \frac{-2}{\sqrt{3}}$$ $$y = \frac{2x}{\sqrt{3}} - \frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}$$ $$y^2 = 4x$$ $$\Rightarrow \left(\frac{2x - 2}{\sqrt{3}}\right)^2 = 4x$$ $$\Rightarrow x^2 + 1 - 2x = 3x$$ $$\Rightarrow x^2 - 5x + 1 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow y^2 - 2\sqrt{3}y - 4 = 0$$ Area $$\frac{1}{2}\begin{vmatrix} 0 & x_1 & 2\sqrt{2} & x_2 \\ 0 & y_1 & 0 & y_2 \end{vmatrix}$$ $$= \frac{1}{2}\left[-2\sqrt{2}y_1 + 2\sqrt{2}y_2\right]$$ $$= \sqrt{2}|y_2 - y_1| = \frac{(\sqrt{2})\sqrt{12 + 16}}{111}$$ $$= \sqrt{56}$$ $$= 2\sqrt{14}$$

Question 18

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Single correct

The number of points, where the function $$f : \mathbb{R} \rightarrow \mathbb{R}, \ f(x) = |x - 1| \cos |x - 2| \sin |x - 1| + (x - 3) |x^2 - 5x + 4|,$$ is NOT differentiable, is :

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $f(x) = |x - 1| \cos |x - 2| \sin |x - 1| + (x - 3)|x^2 - 5x + 4|$. This simplifies to $|x - 1| \cos |x - 2| \sin |x - 1| + (x - 3)|x - 1||x - 4|$. Further simplification gives $|x - 1| [\cos |x - 2| \sin |x - 1| + (x - 3) |x - 4|]$. The function is non-differentiable at $x = 1$ and $x = 4$.

Question 19

Maths · Probability · Single correct

Let $S=\{1,2,3,\ldots,2022\}$. Then the probability that a randomly chosen number $n$ from the set $S$ is such that $\operatorname{HCF}(n,2022)=1$ is:

  1. $\frac{128}{1011}$
  2. $\frac{166}{1011}$
  3. $\frac{127}{337}$
  4. $\frac{112}{337}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Total number of elements $=2022$ $2022=2\times3\times337$ $\operatorname{HCF}(n,2022)=1$ is feasible when $n$ and $2022$ have no common factor. $A=$ Numbers which are divisible by $2$ from $\{1,2,3,\ldots,2022\}$ $n(A)=1011$ $B=$ Numbers which are divisible by $3$ from $\{1,2,3,\ldots,2022\}$ $n(B)=674$ $A\cap B=$ Numbers divisible by $6$ from $\{1,2,3,\ldots,2022\}$ $337=n(A\cap B)$ $n(A\cup B)$ $=n(A)+n(B)-n(A\cap B)$ $=1011+674-337$ $=1348$ $C=$ Numbers divisible by $337$ from $\{1,\ldots,2022\}$ $C=\{337,674,1011,1348,1685,2022\}$ These are already counted in $A\cup B$ Total elements divisible by $2$ or $3$ or $337$ $=1348+2$ $=1350$ Favourable cases $=2022-1350$ $=672$ Required probability $=\frac{672}{2022}$ $=\frac{112}{337}$

Question 20

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

Let $f(x) = 3^{(x^2 - 2)^3 + 4}$, $x \in \mathbb{R}$. Then which of the following statements are true? P: $x = 0$ is a point of local minima of $f$ Q: $x = \sqrt{2}$ is a point of inflection of $f$ R: $f'$ is increasing for $x > \sqrt{2}$

  1. Only P and Q
  2. Only P and R
  3. Only Q and R
  4. All, P, Q and R

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $f(x) = 81.3^{(x^2 - 2)^3}$. Differentiating, $$f'(x) = 81.3^{(x^2 - 2)^3} \ln 3.3(x^2 - 2)^2 \cdot 2x.$$ Simplifying, $$(81 \times 6)3^{(x^2 - 2)^3} x(x^2 - 2)^2 \ln 3.$$ The sign chart is as follows: $$\begin{array}{c|c|c|c} & - & 0 & + \\ -\sqrt{2} & & & \\ 0 & & & \\ \sqrt{2} & & & \\ \end{array}$$ $x = 6$ is a point of local minimum. Now, $$f'(x) = \frac{(486 \ln 3)3^{(x^2 - 2)^3} x(x^2 - 2)^2}{k}$$ where $g(x)$ is $$g'(x) = 3^{(x^2 - 2)^3} (x^2 - 2) + x.3^{(x^2 - 2)^3} .4x.(x^2 - 2)$$ $$+ x.(x^2 - 2)^2 .3^{(x^2 - 2)^3} \ln 3.3(x^2 - 2)^2 .2x$$ Simplifying, $$= 3^{(x^2 - 2)^3} (x^2 - 2) \left[ x^2 - 2 + 4x^2 + 6x^2 \ln 3(x^2 - 2)^3 \right]$$ $$g'(x) = 3^{(x^2 - 2)} (x^2 - 2) \left[ 5x^2 - 2 + 6x^2 \ln 3(x^2 - 2)^3 \right]$$ Thus, $$f''(x) = k.g'(x)$$ At $x = \sqrt{2}$, $$f''(\sqrt{2}) = 0, f''(\sqrt{2}^+) > 0, f''(\sqrt{2}^-) \sqrt{2}$, $f'(x) > 0$ so $f(x)$ is increasing.

Question 21

Maths · Trigonometric Functions · Numerical

Let $S = \{ \theta \in (0, 2\pi) : 7 \cos^2\theta - 3 \sin^2\theta - 2 \cos^2 2\theta = 2 \}$. Then, the sum of roots of all the equations $x^2 - 2 (\tan^2\theta + \cot^2\theta) x + 6 \sin^2\theta = 0$ where $\theta \in S$, is

Answer: 16

Solution

Given the equation $7 \cos^2 \theta - 3 \sin^2 \theta - 2 \cos^2 2\theta = 2$. Simplifying, we have $4 \cos^2 \theta + 3 \cos 2\theta - 2 \cos^2 2\theta = 2$. This can be rewritten as $2 (1 + \cos 2\theta) + 3 \cos 2\theta - 2 \cos^2 2\theta = 2$. Simplifying further, $2 \cos^2 2\theta - 5 \cos 2\theta = 0$. Factoring gives $\cos 2\theta (2 \cos 2\theta - 5) = 0$. Thus, $\cos 2\theta = 0$. Solving for $\theta$, $2\theta = (2n + 1) \frac{\pi}{2}$, which gives $\theta = (2n + 1) \frac{\pi}{4}$. Therefore, the set $S = \left\{ \frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{3\pi}{4}, \frac{5\pi}{4}, \frac{7\pi}{4} \right\}$. For all four values of $\theta$, the equation $x^2 - 2 (\tan^2 \theta + \cot^2 \theta) x + 6 \sin^2 \theta = 0$ simplifies to $x^2 - 4x + 3 = 0$. The sum of roots of all four equations is $4 \times 4 = 16$.

Question 22

Maths · Statistics · Fill in the blank

Let the mean and the variance of 20 observations $x_1, x_2, \ldots, x_{20}$ be 15 and 9, respectively. For $\alpha \in \mathbb{R}$, if the mean of $(x_1 + \alpha)^2, (x_2 + \alpha)^2, \ldots, (x_{20} + \alpha)^2$ is 178, then the square of the maximum value of $\alpha$ is equal to .

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $$\sum x_1 = 15 \times 20 = 300$$ ... (i) $$\frac{\sum x_1^2}{20} - (15)^2 = 9$$ ... (ii) $$\sum x_1^2 = 234 \times 20 = 4680$$ $$\frac{\sum (x_1 + \alpha)^2}{20} = 178 \Rightarrow \sum (x_1 + \alpha)^2 = 3560$$ $$\Rightarrow \sum x_1^2 + 2\alpha \sum x_1 + \sum \alpha^2 = 3560$$ $$4680 + 600\alpha + 20\alpha^2 = 3560$$ $$\Rightarrow \alpha^2 + 30\alpha + 56 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow (\alpha + 28)(\alpha + 2) = 0$$ $$\alpha = -2, -28$$ Square of maximum value of $$\alpha$$ is 4

Question 23

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Fill in the blank

Let a line with direction ratios $a$, $-4a$, $-7$ be perpendicular to the lines with direction ratios $3$, $-1$, $2b$ and $b$, $a$, $-2$. If the point of intersection of the line $\frac{x + 1}{a^2 + b^2} = \frac{y - 2}{a^2 - b^2} = \frac{z}{1}$ and the plane $x - y + z = 0$ is $(\alpha, \beta, \gamma)$, then $\alpha + \beta + \gamma$ is equal to _________.

Answer: 10

Solution

(a, -4a, -7) is perpendicular to (3, -1, 2b). $$a = 2b ...(i)$$ (a, -4a, -7) is perpendicular to (b, a, -2). $$3a + 4a - 14b = 0$$ $$ab - 4a^2 + 14 = 0 ...(ii)$$ From Equations (i) and (ii) $$2b^2 - 16b^2 + 14 = 0$$ $$b^2 = 1$$ $$a^2 = 4b^2 = 4$$ $$\frac{x + 1}{5} = \frac{y - 2}{3} = \frac{z}{1} = k$$ $$\alpha = 5k - 1, \beta = 3k + 2, \gamma = k$$ As $(\alpha, \beta, \gamma)$ satisfies $x - y + z = 0$ $$5k - 1 - (3k + 2) + k = 0$$ $$k = 1$$ $$\therefore \alpha + \beta + \gamma = 9k + 1 = 10$$

Question 24

Maths · Sequences and Series · Fill in the blank

Let $a_1, a_2, a_3, \ldots$ be an A.P. If $$\sum_{r=1}^{\infty} \frac{a_r}{2^r} = 4$$, then $4a_2$ is equal to .

Answer: 16

Solution

Given $$S = \frac{a_1}{2} + \frac{a_2}{2^2} + \frac{a_3}{2^3} + \ldots$$ We have $$\frac{S}{2} = \frac{a_1}{2^2} + \frac{a_2}{2^3} + \ldots$$ Subtracting, $$\frac{S}{2} = \frac{a_1}{2} + d \left( \frac{1}{2^2} + \frac{1}{2^3} + \ldots \right)$$ This simplifies to $$\frac{S}{2} = \frac{a_1}{2} + d \left( \frac{1}{4}{\frac{1}{1 - \frac{1}{2}}} \right)$$ Therefore, $$S = a_1 + d = a_2 = 4$$ Or $$4a_2 = 16$$

Question 25

Maths · Binomial Theorem · Numerical

Let the ratio of the fifth term from the beginning to the fifth term from the end in the binomial expansion of $$\left( \sqrt[4]{2} + \frac{1}{\sqrt[4]{3}} \right)^n$$, in the increasing powers of $$\frac{1}{\sqrt[4]{3}}$$ be $$\sqrt[4]{6} : 1$$. If the sixth term from the beginning is $$\frac{\alpha}{\sqrt[4]{3}}$$, then $$\alpha$$ is equal to .

Answer: 84

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{T_5}{T_{n-3}}$ = $\frac{\binom{n}{4} (2^{1/4})^{n-4} (3^{-1/4})^4}{\binom{n}{n-4} (2^{1/4})^4 (3^{-1/4})^{n-4}}$ = $\frac{\sqrt[4]{6}}{1}$ $\)$. $\($ $\Rightarrow$ 2^{$\frac{n-8}{4}$} 3^{$\frac{n-8}{4}$} = 6^{1/4} $\)$ $\($ $\Rightarrow$ 6^{n-8} = 6 $\)$ $\($ $\Rightarrow$ n-8 = 1 $\Rightarrow$ n = 9 $\)$ $\($ T_6 = $\binom{9}{5}$ (2^{1/4})^4 (3^{-1/4})^5 = $\frac{84}{\sqrt[4]{3}}$ $\)$ Therefore, $\($ $\alpha$ = 84 $\)$

Question 26

Maths · Matrices · Numerical

The number of matrices of order $3 \times 3$, whose entries are either 0 or 1 and the sum of all the entries is a prime number, is_____.

Answer: 282

Solution

Given the matrix $$A = \begin{bmatrix} a_{11} & a_{12} & a_{13} \\ a_{21} & a_{22} & a_{23} \\ a_{31} & a_{32} & a_{33} \end{bmatrix}$$ where $a_{ij} \in \{0, 1\}$. The sum $$\sum a_{ij} = 2, 3, 5, 7$$. The total number of matrices is given by $$\binom{9}{2} + \binom{9}{3} + \binom{9}{5} + \binom{9}{7}$$ which equals 282.

Question 27

Maths · Determinants · Numerical

Let p and p + 2 be prime numbers and let $$\Delta = \begin{vmatrix} p! & (p+1)! & (p+2)! \\ (p+1)! & (p+2)! & (p+3)! \\ (p+2)! & (p+3)! & (p+4)! \end{vmatrix}$$ Then the sum of the maximum values of $\alpha$ and $\beta$, such that $p^\alpha$ and $(p + 2)^\beta$ divide $\Delta$, is ________.

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $$\Delta = \begin{vmatrix} P! & (P+1)! & (P+2)! \\ (P+1)! & (P+2)! & (P+3)! \\ (P+2)! & (P+3)! & (P+4)! \end{vmatrix}$$ We have $$\Delta = P!(P+1)!(P+2)! \begin{vmatrix} 1 & \frac{1}{P+1} & \frac{1}{P+2} \\ \frac{1}{(P+2)(P+1)} & \frac{1}{(P+3)(P+2)} & \frac{1}{(P+4)(P+3)} \end{vmatrix}$$ This simplifies to $$\Delta = 2P!(P+1)!(P+2)!$$ Which is divisible by $P^\alpha$ and $(P+2)^\beta$. Therefore, $\alpha = 3$, $\beta = 1$.

Question 28

Maths · Sequences and Series · Numerical

If $\frac{1}{2 \times 3 \times 4} + \frac{1}{3 \times 4 \times 5} + \frac{1}{4 \times 5 \times 6} + \ldots + \frac{1}{100 \times 101 \times 102} = \frac{k}{101}$, then $34 \times k$ is equal to

Answer: 286

Solution

The given series is: $$\frac{1}{2 \cdot 3 \cdot 4} + \frac{1}{3 \cdot 4 \cdot 5} + \ldots + \frac{1}{100 \cdot 101 \cdot 102} = \frac{k}{101}$$ Rewriting each term, we have: $$\frac{4 - 2}{2 \cdot 3 \cdot 4} + \frac{5 - 3}{3 \cdot 4 \cdot 5} + \ldots + \frac{102 - 100}{100 \cdot 101 \cdot 102} = \frac{2k}{101}$$ This simplifies to: $$\frac{1}{2 \cdot 3} - \frac{1}{3 \cdot 4} + \frac{1}{3 \cdot 4} - \frac{1}{4 \cdot 5} + \ldots + \frac{1}{100 \cdot 101} - \frac{1}{101 \cdot 102} = \frac{2k}{101}$$ The series telescopes to: $$\frac{1}{2 \cdot 3} - \frac{1}{101 \cdot 102} = \frac{2k}{101}$$ Thus, $$2k = \frac{101}{6} - \frac{1}{102}$$ Therefore, $$34k = 286$$

Question 29

Maths · Sets · Numerical

Let S = \{$4, 6, 9$\} and T = {9, 10, 11, $\ldots$, 1000}. If A = \{$a_1 + a_2$ + $\ldots$ + $a_k$ : k $\in$ $\mathbb{N}$, $a_1, a_2, a_3$, $\ldots$,$a_k$ $\in$ S\}, then the sum of all the elements in the set T - A is equal to .

Answer: 11

Solution

Given sets $S = \{4, 6, 9\}$ and $T = \{9, 10, 11, \ldots, 1000\}$. Define $A = \{a_1 + a_2 + \ldots + a_k : k \in \mathbb{N}\}$ where $a_i \in S$. Here, by the definition of set $A$, we have $A = \{a : a = 4x + 6y + 9z\}$. Except for the element 11, every element of set $T$ is of the form $4x + 6y + 9z$ for some $x, y, z \in \mathbb{W}$. Therefore, $T - A = \{11\}$.

Question 30

Maths · Conic Sections · Numerical

Let the mirror image of a circle $c_1 : x^2 + y^2 - 2x - 6y + \alpha = 0$ in line $y = x + 1$ be $c_2 : 5x^2 + 5y^2 + 10gx + 10fy + 38 = 0$. If $r$ is the radius of circle $c_2$, then $\alpha + 6r^2$ is equal to

Answer: 12

Solution

Image of centre $c_1 \equiv (1,3)$ in $x - y + 1 = 0$ is given by $$\frac{x_1 - 1}{1} = \frac{y_1 - 3}{-1} = \frac{-2(1 - 3 + 1)}{1^2 + 1^2}$$ $$\Rightarrow x_1 = 2, y_1 = 2$$ Therefore, centre of circle $c_2 \equiv (2,2)$. Therefore, equation of $c_2$ be $x^2 + y^2 - 4x - 4y + \frac{38}{5} = 0$. Now radius of $c_2$ is $$\sqrt{4 + 4 - \frac{38}{5}} = \sqrt{\frac{2}{5}} = r$$ (radius of $c_1)^2 = (radius of c_2)^2$ $$\Rightarrow 10 - \alpha = \frac{2}{5} \Rightarrow \alpha = \frac{48}{5}$$ Therefore, $\alpha + 6r^2 = \frac{48}{5} + \frac{12}{5} = 12$

Physics

Question 31

Physics · Physical World, Units and Measurements · Single correct

Given below are two statements : One is labelled as Assertion (A) and other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A) : Time period of oscillation of a liquid drop depends on surface tension (S), if density of the liquid is p and radius of the drop is r, then $T = k \sqrt{\frac{p r^3}{S^{3/2}}}$ is dimensionally correct, where K is dimensionless. Reason (R) : Using dimensional analysis we get R.H.S. having different dimension than that of time period. In the light of above statements, choose the correct 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: (d)

Solution

Given $T = k \sqrt{\frac{\rho r^3}{s^{3/2}}}$. Dimensions of RHS = $\left$[ M^{1/2} L^{-3/2} T^{3/2} $\right$] $\left$[ L^{3/2} $\right$] $\left$[ M T^{-2} $\right$]^{-3/4} = M^{1/8} L^0 T^{3/2}. Dimensions of L.H.S $\neq$ Dimensions of R.H.S Therefore, option (D)

Question 32

Physics · Motion in a Straight Line · Single correct

A ball is thrown up vertically with a certain velocity so that, it reaches a maximum height $h$. Find the ratio of the times in which it is at height $\frac{h}{3}$ while going up and coming down respectively.

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Max. Height $= h = \frac{u^2}{2g}$ $\($ $\Rightarrow$ u = $\sqrt{2gh}$ $\)$ $S = ut + \frac{1}{2} at^2$ $$\frac{h}{3} = \sqrt{2gh}t + \frac{1}{2}(-g)t^2$$ $$\frac{gt^2}{2} - \sqrt{2gh}t + \frac{h}{3} = 0$$ (Roots are $t_1$ and $t_2$) $$\frac{t_2}{t_1} = \frac{\sqrt{2gh} + \sqrt{2gh - 4 \times \frac{g}{2} \times \frac{h}{3}}}{\sqrt{2gh} - \sqrt{2gh - 4 \times \frac{g}{2} \times \frac{h}{3}}} = \frac{\sqrt{2gh} + \frac{4gh}{3}}{\sqrt{2gh} - \frac{4gh}{3}} = \frac{\sqrt{3} + \sqrt{2}}{\sqrt{3} - \sqrt{2}}$$

Question 33

Physics · Motion in a Straight Line · Single correct

If $t=\sqrt{x}+4$, then $\left(\frac{dx}{dt}\right)_{t=4}$ is:

  1. 4
  2. Zero
  3. 8
  4. 16

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $t = \sqrt{x} + 4$. Therefore, $x = (t - 4)^2 = t^2 - 8t + 16$. Differentiating with respect to $t$, we have $$\frac{dx}{dt} = 2t - 8.$$ Evaluating at $t = 4$, $$\frac{dx}{dt}\bigg|_{t=4} = 2 \times 4 - 8 = 0.$$

Question 34

Physics · Laws of Motion · Single correct

A smooth circular groove has a smooth vertical wall as shown in figure. A block of mass $m$ moves against the wall with a speed $v$. Which of the following curve represents the correct relation between the normal reaction on the block by the wall $(N)$ and speed of the block $(v)$ ?

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $$N = \frac{mv^2}{r}$$. The curve is a parabola. $$Y = kx^2$$.

Question 35

Physics · Motion in a Plane · Single correct

A ball is projected with kinetic energy $E$, at an angle of $60^0$ to the horizontal. The kinetic energy of this ball at the highest point of its flight will become:

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

The initial energy is given by $$E = \frac{1}{2} m u^2$$. At the highest point, the velocity $V$ is $u \cos 60^\circ = \frac{u}{2}$. Therefore, the kinetic energy at the topmost point is $$\frac{1}{2} m \left( \frac{u}{2} \right)^2 = \frac{E}{4}.$$

Question 36

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Single correct

Two bodies of mass 1 kg and 3 kg have position vectors $\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}$ and $-3\hat{i} - 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}$ respectively. The magnitude of position vector of centre of mass of this system will be similar to the magnitude of vector:

  1. $\hat{i} - 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}$
  2. $-3\hat{i} - 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}$
  3. $-2\hat{i} + 2\hat{k}$
  4. $-2\hat{i} - \hat{j} + 2\hat{k}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

The center of mass position is given by $$\vec{r}_{com} = \frac{m_1 \vec{r}_1 + m_2 \vec{r}_2}{m_1 + m_2} = \frac{1(\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}) + 3(-3\hat{i} - 2\hat{j} + \hat{k})}{1 + 3}$$ This simplifies to $$= -2\hat{i} - \hat{j} + \hat{k}$$ The magnitude is $$|2\hat{i} - \hat{j} + \hat{k}| = \sqrt{(2)^2 + (1)^2 + (1)^2} = \sqrt{6}$$

Question 37

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Fluids · Single correct

Given below are two statements : One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A) : Clothes containing oil or grease stains cannot be cleaned by water wash. Reason (R) : Because the angle of contact between the oil/ grease and water is obtuse. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the option 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 true but (R) is true

Answer: (a)

Solution

For water oil interface, $\theta_c > 90^\circ$.

Question 38

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Solids · Single correct

If the length of a wire is made double and radius is halved of its respective values. Then, the Young’s modules of the material of the wire will :

  1. Remains same
  2. Become 8 times its initial value
  3. Become $\frac{1}{4}$ of its initial value
  4. Become 4 times its initial value

Answer: (a)

Solution

Y depends on material of wire

Question 39

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

The time period of oscillation of a simple pendulum of length $L$ suspended from the roof of a vehicle, which moves without friction down an inclined plane of inclination $\alpha$, is given by:

  1. $2\pi \sqrt{\frac{L}{g \cos \alpha}}$
  2. $2\pi \sqrt{\frac{L}{g \sin \alpha}}$
  3. $2\pi \sqrt{\frac{L}{g}}$
  4. $2\pi \sqrt{\frac{L}{g \tan \alpha}}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

The effective acceleration $g_{eff}$ is given by $g \cos \alpha$. The diagram shows the forces acting on the object. The acceleration $a$ is equal to $g \sin \alpha$. The period $T$ is given by the formula: $$T = 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{L}{g \cos \alpha}}.$$

Question 40

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

A spherically symmetric charge distribution is considered with charge density varying as $$\rho(r) = \begin{cases} \rho_0 \left( \frac{3}{4} - \frac{r}{R} \right) & for r \leq R \\ Zero & for r > R \end{cases}$$ Where, $r(r < R)$ is the distance from the centre $O$ (as shown in figure). The electric field at point $P$ will be :

  1. $\frac{\rho_0 r}{4 \varepsilon_0} \left( \frac{3}{4} - \frac{r}{R} \right)$
  2. $\frac{\rho_0 r}{3 \varepsilon_0} \left( \frac{3}{4} - \frac{r}{R} \right)$
  3. $\frac{\rho_0 r}{4 \varepsilon_0} \left( 1 - \frac{r}{R} \right)$
  4. $\frac{\rho_0 r}{5 \varepsilon_0} \left( 1 - \frac{r}{R} \right)$

Answer: (c)

Solution

By Gauss law $$\oint \vec{E} \cdot d\vec{s} = \frac{Q_{in}}{\varepsilon_0}$$ $$E \cdot 4 \pi r^2 = \frac{\rho_0 \int_0^r \left( \frac{3}{4} - \frac{r}{R} \right) 4 \pi r^2 \, dr}{\varepsilon_0}$$ $$E 4 \pi r^2 = \frac{\rho_0 4 \pi}{\varepsilon_0} \left( \frac{3}{4} \frac{r^3}{3} - \frac{r^4}{4R} \right)$$ $$E r^2 = \frac{\rho_0 r^3}{4 \varepsilon_0} \left\{ 1 - \frac{r}{R} \right\}$$ $$E = \frac{\rho_0 r}{4 \varepsilon_0} \left\{ 1 - \frac{r}{R} \right\}$$

Question 41

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

Given below are two statements. Statement I : Electric potential is constant within and at the surface of each conductor. Statement II : Electric field just outside a charged conductor is perpendicular to the surface of the conductor at every point. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the 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 and statement II is correct

Answer: (a)

Solution

Statement – I, true as body of conductor acts as equipotential surface. Statement – 2 True, as conductor is equipotential. Tangential component of electric field should be zero. Therefore electric field should be perpendicular to surface.

Question 42

Physics · Current Electricity · Single correct

Two metallic wires of identical dimensions are connected is series. If $\sigma_1$ and $\sigma_2$ are the conductivities of the these wires respectively, the effective conductivity of the combination is:

  1. $\frac{\sigma_1 \sigma_2}{\sigma_1 + \sigma_2}$
  2. $\frac{2 \sigma_1 \sigma_2}{\sigma_1 + \sigma_2}$
  3. $\frac{\sigma_1 + \sigma_2}{2 \sigma_1 \sigma_2}$
  4. $\frac{\sigma_1 + \sigma_2}{\sigma_1 \sigma_2}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Let length of wire be $'\ell'$. Area of wire as $'A'$. For equivalent wire length $= 2 \ell$ and area will be $A$. Thermal resistance $$R_{eq} = R_1 + R_2$$ $$\frac{2\ell}{\sigma_{eq} \, A} = \frac{\ell}{\sigma_1 A} + \frac{\ell}{\sigma_2 A}$$ $$\frac{2\ell}{\sigma_{eq}} = \frac{\ell}{\sigma_1} + \frac{\ell}{\sigma_2} \implies \sigma_{eq} = \frac{2 \sigma_1 \sigma_2}{\sigma_1 + \sigma_2}$$

Question 43

Physics · Alternating Current · Single correct

An alternating emf $E = 440 \sin 100 \pi t$ is applied to a circuit containing an inductance of $\frac{\sqrt{2}}{\pi}$ H. If an a.c. ammeter is connected in the circuit, its reading will be:

  1. 4.4 A
  2. 1.55 A
  3. 2.2 A
  4. 3.11 A

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $E = 440 \sin 100 \pi t$, $L = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\pi} \, \mathrm{H}$. $X_L = \omega L = 100 \pi \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\pi} = 100 \sqrt{2} \, \Omega$. Peak current $I_0 = \frac{E_0}{X_L} = \frac{440}{100 \sqrt{2}} = 2.2 \sqrt{2} \, \mathrm{A}$. AC ammeter reads RMS value therefore reading will be $I_{\mathrm{rms}}$. $I_{\mathrm{rms}} = \frac{I_0}{\sqrt{2}} = 2.2 \, \mathrm{A}$.

Question 44

Physics · Alternating Current · Single correct

A coil of inductance 1 H and resistance 100 $\Omega$ is connected to a battery of 6 V. Determine approximately: (a) The time elapsed before the current acquires half of its steady – state value (b) The energy stored in the magnetic field associated with the coil at an instant 15 ms after the circuit is switched on. (Given ln2 = 0.693, $e^{-3/2} = 0.25$)

  1. $t = 10 \, \mathrm{ms}; \, U = 2 \, \mathrm{mJ}$
  2. $t = 10 \, \mathrm{ms}; \, U = 1 \, \mathrm{mJ}$
  3. $t = 7 \, \mathrm{ms}; \, U = 1 \, \mathrm{mJ}$
  4. $t = 7 \, \mathrm{ms}; \, U = 2 \, \mathrm{mJ}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given circuit is R-L growth circuit. $$i = \frac{E}{R} \left(1 - e^{-t/\tau}\right)$$ $$i = \frac{E}{2R} = \frac{E}{R} \left(1 - e^{-t/\tau}\right)$$ Solving $t = \tau \ln 2$ $$t = \frac{1}{R} \ln 2 = \frac{1}{100} \times 0.693 = 0.00693$$ $$= 7 \, ms$$ $$i(15 \, ms) = \frac{E}{R} \left(1 - e^{-\frac{15}{10}}\right)$$ $$i = \frac{6}{100} \left(1 - \frac{1}{4}\right) = \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{6}{100}$$ $$U = \frac{1}{2} LI^2,$$ by solving we get $U = 1 \, mJ$.

Question 45

Physics · Electromagnetic Waves · Single correct

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

  1. $(A)$–(iii), $(B)$–(ii), $(C)$–(i), $(D)$–(iv)
  2. $(A)$–(ii), $(B)$–(i), $(C)$–(iii), $(D)$–(iv)
  3. $(A)$–(ii), $(B)$–(iv), $(C)$–(iii), $(D)$–(i)
  4. $(A)$–(iii), $(B)$–(i), $(C)$–(ii), $(D)$–(iv)

Answer: (b)

Solution

$(A)$ UV rays – used for water purification $(B)$ X-rays – used for diagnosing fractures $(C)$ Microwaves are used for mobile and radar communication $(D)$ Infrared waves show less scattering; therefore, they are used on foggy days. $(A)$–(ii), $(B)$–(i), $(C)$–(iii), $(D)$–(iv)

Question 46

Physics · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter · Single correct

The kinetic energy of emitted electron is E when the light incident on the metal has wavelength $\lambda$. To double the kinetic energy, the incident light must have wavelength:

  1. $\frac{hc}{E\lambda - hc}$
  2. $\frac{hc\lambda}{E\lambda + hc}$
  3. $\frac{h\lambda}{E\lambda + hc}$
  4. $\frac{hc\lambda}{E\lambda - hc}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given the equations: $$E = \frac{hc}{\lambda} - \phi (i)$$ $$2E = \frac{hc}{\lambda'} - \phi (ii)$$ Subtracting equation (i) from equation (ii): $$E = hc \left( \frac{1}{\lambda'} - \frac{1}{\lambda} \right)$$ Solving for $\lambda'$: $$\Rightarrow \lambda' = \frac{hc \lambda}{E \lambda + hc}$$

Question 47

Physics · Atoms · Single correct

Find the ratio of energies of photons produced due to transition of an electron of hydrogen atom from its (i) second permitted energy level to the first level, and (ii) the highest permitted energy level to the first permitted level.

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $E_n = \frac{-13.6}{n^2} \, eV$. Therefore, $$\frac{E_2 - E_1}{E_\infty - E_1} = \frac{13.6(1 - \frac{1}{4})}{13.6} = \frac{3}{4}$$

Question 48

Physics · Communication Systems · Single correct

Find the modulation index of an AM wave having 8 $\,$ $\mathrm{V}$ variation where maximum amplitude of the AM wave is 9 $\,$ $\mathrm{V}$.

  1. 0.8
  2. 0.5
  3. 0.2
  4. 0.1

Answer: (a)

Solution

Modulation index: $m = \frac{A_m}{A_c}$ Given $2A_m = 8$ $A_m + A_c = 9 \Rightarrow A_c = 5$ Therefore, $m = \frac{4}{5} = 0.8$

Question 49

Physics · Experimental Physics · Single correct

A travelling microscope has 20 divisions per cm on the main scale while its Vernier scale has total 50 divisions and 25 Vernier scale divisions are equal to 24 main scale divisions, what is the least count of the travelling microscope?

  1. 0.001 cm
  2. 0.002 mm
  3. 0.002 cm
  4. 0.005 cm

Answer: (c)

Solution

1 MSD = $\frac{1}{20}$ cm 1 VSD = $\frac{24}{25}$ MSD = $\frac{24}{25}$ $\times$ $\frac{1}{20}$ cm $\therefore$ Least count = $\frac{1}{20}$ $\left$( 1 - $\frac{24}{25}$ $\right$) cm = $\frac{1}{20}$ $\times$ $\frac{1}{25}$ = $\frac{1}{500}$ cm = 0.002 cm

Question 50

Physics · Experimental Physics · Single correct

In an experiment to find out the diameter of wire using screw gauge, the following observation were noted: (a) Screw moves 0.5 mm on main scale in one complete rotation (b) Total divisions on circular scale = 50 (c) Main scale reading is 2.5 mm (d) 45^{th} division of circular scale is in the pitch line (e) Instrument has 0.03 mm negative error Then the diameter of wire is:

  1. 2.92 mm
  2. 2.54 mm
  3. 2.98 mm
  4. 3.45 mm

Answer: (c)

Solution

MSR $=2.5\,\mathrm{mm}$ CSR $=45\times\frac{0.5}{50}\,\mathrm{mm}$ $=0.45\,\mathrm{mm}$ Diameter reading $=\mathrm{MSR}+\mathrm{CSR}-\text{zero error}$ $=2.5+0.45-(-0.03)$ $=2.98\,\mathrm{mm}$

Question 51

Physics · Motion in a Plane · Numerical

An object is projected in the air with initial velocity $u$ at an angle $\theta$. The projectile motion is such that the horizontal range $R$, is maximum. Another object is projected in the air with a horizontal range half of the range of first object. The initial velocity remains same in both the case. The value of the angle of projection, at which the second object is projected, will be ______ degree. (Mark the smallest angle possible)

Answer: 15

Solution

Given $\($ R_{max} = $\frac{u^2 \sin 2(45^\circ)}{g}$ = $\frac{u^2}{g}$ $\)$ \[\frac{R}{2} = \frac{u^2}{2g} = \frac{u^2 \sin 2\theta}{g} \] $\($ $\sin$ 2$\theta$ = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\)$ $\($ 2$\theta$ = $30^\circ$, $150^\circ$ $\)$ $\($ $\theta$ = $15^\circ$, $75^\circ$ $\)$ Ans. 15, 75

Question 52

Physics · Gravitation · Numerical

If the acceleration due to gravity experienced by a point mass at a height $h$ above the surface of earth is same as that of the acceleration due to gravity at a depth $\alpha h$ ($h \ll R_e$) from the earth surface. The value of $\alpha$ will be ________. (use $R_e = 6400 \, \mathrm{km}$)

Answer: 2

Solution

Given the equation $$g \left( 1 - \frac{2h}{R} \right) = g \left( 1 - \frac{d}{R} \right)$$ we equate the terms: $$\frac{2h}{R} = \frac{d}{R}$$ Solving for $d$, we have $$\alpha h = d$$ Given $\alpha = 2$

Question 53

Physics · Kinetic Theory · Numerical

The pressure $P_1$ and density $d_1$ of diatomic gas $\gamma = \frac{7}{5}$ changes suddenly to $P_2(>P_1)$ and $d_2$ respectively during an adiabatic process. The temperature of the gas increases and becomes times of its initial temperature. (given $\frac{d_2}{d_1} = 32$)

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $PV^\gamma = const$ and $d = \frac{m}{v}$. Therefore, $p \left( \frac{m}{d} \right)^\gamma = const$. This implies $\frac{p}{d^\gamma} = const$. Given $\frac{d_2}{d_1} = 32$, we have $$\frac{p_1}{p_2} = \left( \frac{d_1}{d_2} \right)^\gamma = \left( \frac{1}{32} \right)^{7/5} = \frac{1}{128}.$$ Therefore, $$\frac{T_1}{T_2} = \frac{P_1 V_1}{P_2 V_2} = \frac{1}{128} \times 32 = \frac{1}{4}.$$

Question 54

Physics · Kinetic Theory · Numerical

One mole of a monoatomic gas is mixed with three moles of a diatomic gas. The molecular specific heat of mixture at constant volume is $\frac{\alpha^2}{4} R$ J/mol K; then the value of $\alpha$ will be ______. (Assume that the given diatomic gas has no vibrational mode.)

Answer: 3

Solution

The expression for the molar heat capacity at constant volume for a mixture is given by: $$C_V / mix = \frac{n_1 C_{V_1} + n_2 C_{V_2}}{n_1 + n_2}$$ Substituting the given values: $$= \frac{1 \cdot \frac{3R}{2} + 3 \cdot \frac{5R}{2}}{1 + 3}$$ Simplifying the expression: $$= \frac{9R}{4} = \frac{\alpha^2}{4} R$$ Solving for $\alpha$ gives: $$\alpha = 3$$

Question 55

Physics · Current Electricity · Numerical

The current I flowing through the given circuit will be ________ A.

Answer: 2

Solution

Equivalent circuit $$I = \frac{6}{3} = 2 \, \mathrm{A}$$

Question 56

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Numerical

A closely wounded circular coil of radius 5 cm produces a magnetic field of $37.68 \times 10^{-4} \, \mathrm{T}$ at its center. The current through the coil is _______ A. [Given, number of turns in the coil is 100 and $\pi = 3.14$]

Answer: 3

Solution

The magnetic field at the center is given by the formula: $$B_{centre} = \frac{N \mu_0 I}{2R}$$ Substituting the given values: $$37.68 \times 10^{-4} = \frac{100 \times 4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \times I}{2 \times 5 \times 10^{-2}}$$ Solving for $I$, we find: $$I = 3 \, A$$

Question 57

Physics · Wave Optics · Numerical

Two light beams of intensities $4I$ and $9I$ interfere on a screen. The phase difference between these beams on the screen at point $A$ is zero and at point $B$ is $\pi$. The difference of resultant intensities, at the point $A$ and $B$, will be

Answer: 24

Solution

Given $I_{net} = I_1 + I_2 + 2 \sqrt{I_1} \sqrt{I_2} \cos \phi$. $I_{max}$ for $\phi = 0$ and $I_{min}$ for $\phi = \pi$. $I_{max} = \left( \sqrt{I_1} + \sqrt{I_2} \right)^2 = \left( \sqrt{9I} + \sqrt{4I} \right)^2 = 25I$. $I_{min} = \left( \sqrt{I_1} - \sqrt{I_2} \right)^2 = \left( \sqrt{9I} - \sqrt{4I} \right)^2 = I$. $I_{max} - I_{min} = 25I - I = 24I$.

Question 58

Physics · Magnetism and Matter · Numerical

A wire of length 314 cm carrying current of 14 A is bent to form a circle. The magnetic moment of the coil is _______ A-m^2. [Given $\pi = 3.14$]

Answer: 11

Solution

Given $\frac{314}{100} = 2\pi R$ and $R = 0.5 \, \mathrm{m}$. The magnetic moment is given by $IA$. Magnetic Moment $= 14 \times \pi R^2$ $= 14 \times (3.14) \times \frac{1}{4}$ $= 10.99 \approx 11.00$

Question 59

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Numerical

The X-Y plane be taken as the boundary between two transparent media $M_1$ and $M_2$. $M_1$ in $Z \geq 0$ has a refractive index of $\sqrt{2}$ and $M_2$ with $Z < 0$ has a refractive index of $\sqrt{3}$. A ray of light travelling in $M_1$ along the direction given by the vector $\vec{A} = 4\sqrt{3} \hat{i} - 3\sqrt{3} \hat{j} - 5 \hat{k}$, is incident on the plane of separation. The value of difference between the angle of incident in $M_1$ and the angle of refraction in $M_2$ will be ______ degree.

Answer: 15

Solution

Given $\vec{A} = 4\sqrt{3} \hat{i} - 3\sqrt{3} \hat{j} - 5 \hat{k}$. As incident vector $A$ makes $i$ angle with normal $z$-axis and refracted vector $R$ makes $r$ angle with normal $z$-axis with help of direction cosine, $$i = \cos^{-1} \left( \frac{A_z}{A} \right) = \cos^{-1} \left( \frac{5}{\sqrt{(4\sqrt{3})^2 + (3\sqrt{3})^2 + 5^2}} \right)$$ $$= \cos^{-1} \left( \frac{5}{10} \right) \Rightarrow i = 60^\circ$$ $$\sqrt{2} \sin 60 = \sqrt{3} \times \sin r$$ $$r = 45^\circ$$ Difference between $i$ and $r = 60 - 45 = 15$

Question 60

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

If the potential barrier across a p-n junction is $0.6\,\mathrm{V}$. Then the electric field intensity, in the depletion region having the width of $6 \times 10^{-6}\,\mathrm{m}$, will be $x \times 10^5\,\mathrm{N/C}$.

Answer: 1

Solution

The electric field $E$ is given by the potential difference $V$ across the junction divided by the width of the depletion layer $d$. $$E = \frac{V}{d} = \frac{Potential barrier Across Junction}{width of Depletion layer}$$ Substituting the given values: $$E = \frac{0.6 \, \mathrm{V}}{6 \times 10^{-6} \, \mathrm{m}} = 1 \times 10^5 \, \mathrm{V/m}$$ Therefore, $$E = 1 \times 10^5 \, \mathrm{N/C}$$

Chemistry

Question 61

Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Single correct

Which of the following pair of molecules contain odd electron molecule and an expanded octet molecule?

  1. $BCl_3$ and $SF_6$
  2. $NO$ and $H_2SO_4$
  3. $SF_6$ and $H_2SO_4$
  4. $BCl_3$ and $NO$

Answer: (b)

Solution

(A) $\mathrm{BCl_3}$ $\rightarrow$ Even Electron molecule $\mathrm{SF_6}$ $\rightarrow$ Expanded octet molecule (B) NO $\rightarrow$ Odd Electron molecule $\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$ $\rightarrow$ Expanded octet. (C) $\mathrm{SF_6}$ $\rightarrow$ Even Electron molecule $\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$ $\rightarrow$ Expanded octet. (D) $\mathrm{BCl_3}$ $\rightarrow$ Even Electron molecule NO $\rightarrow$ Odd Electron molecule S $\rightarrow$ $\mathrm{12e^-}$ in outer orbit

Question 62

Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry · Single correct

Consider the above reaction, the limiting reagent of the reaction and number of moles of $NH_3$ formed respectively are:

  1. H_2, 1.42 moles
  2. H_2, 0.71 moles
  3. N_2, 1.42 moles
  4. N_2, 0.71 moles

Answer: (c)

Solution

The reaction is given by $\mathrm{N_2(g) + 3H_2(g) \rightarrow 2NH_3(g)}$. The weights are $W_2 = 20 \, \mathrm{g}$ and $5 \, \mathrm{g}$. The moles are calculated as $$n = \frac{20}{28} \frac{5}{2}$$. The stoichiometric amount is calculated as follows: $$\mathrm{N_2 \rightarrow \frac{20/28}{1} = \frac{20}{28}} \mathrm{H_2 \rightarrow \frac{5/2}{3} = \frac{5}{6}}$$ Therefore, $\mathrm{N_2}$ is the limiting reagent. Thus, $$n(\mathrm{NH_3}) = 2 \times n(\mathrm{N_2}) = 2 \times \frac{20}{28}$$ which equals $1.42$.

Question 63

Chemistry · Surface Chemistry · Single correct

100 mL of 5% (w/v) solution of NaCl in water was prepared in 250 mL beaker. Albumin from the egg was poured into NaCl solution and stirred well. This resulted in a/ an:

  1. Lyophilic sol
  2. Lyophobic sol
  3. Emulsion
  4. Precipitate

Answer: (a)

Solution

Standard method for the preparation of lyophilic sol. (Discussed in lab Manual)

Question 64

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

The first ionization enthalpy of Na, Mg and Si, respectively, are: 496, 737 and 786 $\mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$. The first ionization enthalpy ($\mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$) of Al is:

  1. 487
  2. 768
  3. 577
  4. 856

Answer: (c)

Solution

I. E : Na < Al < Mg < Si Therefore, $496 < \mathrm{IE} (\mathrm{Al}) < 737$ Option $(C)$, matches the condition. i.e $\mathrm{IE} (\mathrm{Al}) = 577 \, \mathrm{kJmol^{-1}}$

Question 65

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

In metallurgy the term "gangue" is used for:

  1. Contamination of undesired earthy materials.
  2. Contamination of metals, other than desired metal
  3. Minerals which are naturally occuring in pure form
  4. Magnetic impurities in an ore.

Answer: (a)

Solution

Earthy and undesired materials present in the ore, other than the desired metal, is known as gangue.

Question 66

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

The reaction of zinc with excess of aqueous alkali, evolves hydrogen gas and gives:

  1. $\mathrm{Zn(OH)_2}$
  2. $\mathrm{ZnO}$
  3. $[\mathrm{Zn(OH)_4}]^{2-}$
  4. $[\mathrm{ZnO_2}]^{2-}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Zinc dissolves in excess of aqueous alkali $$\mathrm{Zn} + 2\mathrm{OH}^- + 2\mathrm{H_2O} \rightarrow [\mathrm{Zn(OH)}_4]^{2-} + \mathrm{H_2} \uparrow$$ Tetrahydroxozincate(II) ion However, this reaction in NCERT is given as $$\mathrm{Zn} + 2\mathrm{NaOH} \rightarrow \mathrm{Na_2ZnO_2} + \mathrm{H_2} \uparrow$$ $$\mathrm{ZnO_2^{2-}}$$ is anhydrous form of $$[\mathrm{Zn(OH)}_4]^{2-}$$ So in aqueous medium best answer of this question is $$[\mathrm{Zn(OH)}_4]^{2-}$$

Question 67

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

Lithium nitrate and sodium nitrate, when heated separately, respectively, give :

  1. $\mathrm{LiNO_2}$ and $\mathrm{NaNO_2}$
  2. $\mathrm{Li_2O}$ and $\mathrm{Na_2O}$
  3. $\mathrm{Li_2O}$ and $\mathrm{NaNO_2}$
  4. $\mathrm{LiNO_2}$ and $\mathrm{Na_2O}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

$\mathrm{Li_2O,\ NaNO_2}$ As per NCERT Lithium nitrate when heated gives lithium oxide, $\mathrm{Li_2O}$, whereas other alkali metal nitrates decompose to give the corresponding nitrite. $4\mathrm{LiNO_3} \longrightarrow 2\mathrm{Li_2O} + 4\mathrm{NO_2} + \mathrm{O_2}$ $2\mathrm{NaNO_3} \longrightarrow 2\mathrm{NaNO_2} + \mathrm{O_2}$ However, the decomposition product of $\mathrm{NaNO_3}$ are temperature dependent process as shown in the below reaction. As temperature is not mentioned, we can go by

Question 68

Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Single correct

Number of lone pairs of electrons in the central atom of $\mathrm{SCl_2}$, $\mathrm{O_3}$, $\mathrm{ClF_3}$ and $\mathrm{SF_6}$, respectively, are :

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

The molecule with the least number of lone pairs is $\mathrm{SF_6}$, which has 0 lone pairs.

Question 69

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

In following pairs, the one in which both transition metal ions are colourless is :

  1. $\mathrm{Sc}^{3+}, \mathrm{Zn}^{2+}$
  2. $\mathrm{Ti}^{4+}, \mathrm{Cu}^{2+}$
  3. $\mathrm{V}^{2+}, \mathrm{Ti}^{3+}$
  4. $\mathrm{Zn}^{2+}, \mathrm{Mn}^{2+}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

(A) $\mathrm{Sc^{3+}}$, $\mathrm{Zn^{2+}}$ $$3d^0 3d^{10}$$ (B) $\mathrm{Ti^{4+}}$, $\mathrm{Cu^{2+}}$ $$3d^0 3d^9$$ (C) $\mathrm{V^{2+}}$, $\mathrm{Ti^{3+}}$ $$3d^3 3d^1$$ (D) $\mathrm{Zn^{2+}}$, $\mathrm{Mn^{2+}}$ $$3d^{10} 3d^5$$ No d-d transitions in ions with $d^0$ and $d^{10}$ configuration. Therefore they are colourless.

Question 70

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

In neutral or faintly alkaline medium, $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ being a powerful oxidant can oxidize, thiosulphate almost quantitatively, to sulphate. In this reaction overall change in oxidation state of manganese will be :

  1. 5
  2. 1
  3. 0
  4. 3

Answer: (d)

Solution

The reaction is: $$8\mathrm{MnO_4^-} + 3\mathrm{S_2O_3^{2-}} + \mathrm{H_2O} \rightarrow 8\mathrm{MnO_2} + 6\mathrm{SO_4^{2-}} + 2\mathrm{OH^-}$$ Change in oxidation state of Mn is from $+7$ to $+4$ which is $3$.

Question 71

Chemistry · Environmental Chemistry · Single correct

Which among the following pairs has only herbicides?

  1. Aldrin and Dieldrin
  2. Sodium chlorate and Aldrin
  3. Sodium arsinate and Dieldrin
  4. Sodium chlorate and sodium arsinite.

Answer: (d)

Solution

Both sodium chlorate and sodium arsenite behave as herbicide.

Question 72

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Which among the following is the strongest Bronsted base?

Answer: (d)

Solution

It is most basic because there is no amine inversion.

Question 73

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

Which among the following pairs of the structures will give different products on ozonolysis? (Consider the double bonds in the structures are rigid and not delocalized.)

Answer: (c)

Solution

The ozonolysis of the given compound results in the formation of the following products. For the first compound: $$CH_3C = C - CH_3 \xrightarrow{Ozonolysis} O = C - C = O + 2 CHO$$ For the second compound: $$2 CH_3C = CHO + CHO$$

Question 74

Chemistry · Haloalkanes and Haloarenes · Single correct

Considering the above reactions, the compound 'A' and compound 'B' respectively are:

Answer: (c)

Solution

In NaCN, carbon is more nucleophilic atom. Whereas in AgCN, Ag-C has covalent bond.

Question 75

Chemistry · Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers · Single correct

Consider the above reaction sequence, the Product 'C' is :

Answer: (d)

Solution

The reaction sequence involves the bromination of the phenol compound to form compound (A). Then, compound (A) reacts with $\mathrm{NH_2OH}$ to form compound (B). Finally, compound (B) undergoes dehydration with $\mathrm{P_2O_5}$ to form compound $(C)$.

Question 76

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Consider the above reaction, the compound 'A' is :

Answer: (c)

Solution

Question 77

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Which among the following represent reagent 'A'?

Answer: (a)

Solution

The reaction involves the coupling of naphthol with a diazonium salt in a basic medium to form an azo compound.

Question 78

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

Consider the following reaction sequence: The product 'B' is:

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction involves the conversion of the cyano group to an aldehyde group using diisobutylaluminium hydride (i-Bu)$_2$AlH followed by hydrolysis with water. The resulting compound undergoes a cross aldol condensation with acetaldehyde (CH$_3$CHO) in the presence of dilute NaOH and heat to form the final product.

Question 79

Chemistry · Environmental Chemistry · Single correct

Which of the following compounds is an example of hypnotic drug?

  1. Seldane
  2. Amytal
  3. Aspartame
  4. Prontosil

Answer: (b)

Solution

Amytal is a hypnotic drug used to treat sleeping disorder.

Question 80

Chemistry · Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers · Single correct

A compound 'X' is acidic and it is soluble in NaOH solution, but insoluble in $NaHCO_3$ solution. Compound 'X' also gives violet colour with neutral $FeCl_3$ solution. The compound 'X' is :

Answer: (b)

Solution

Phenol reacts with $\mathrm{FeCl_3}$ to form $[\mathrm{Fe(C_6H_5O)_6}]^{3-}$, which gives a violet colour.

Question 81

Chemistry · Electrochemistry · Numerical

Resistance of a conductivity cell (cell constant $129 \, \mathrm{m}^{-1}$) filled with $74.5 \, \mathrm{ppm}$ solution of $\mathrm{KCl}$ is $100 \, \Omega$ (labelled as solution 1). When the same cell is filled with KCl solution of $149 \, \mathrm{ppm}$, the resistance is $50 \, \Omega$ (labelled as solution 2). The ratio of molar conductivity of solution 1 and solution 2 is i.e. $\frac{\Lambda_1}{\Lambda_2} = x \times 10^{-3}$. The value of $x$ is _____. (Nearest integer) Given, molar mass of KCl is $74.5 \, \mathrm{g} \, \mathrm{mol}^{-1}$

Answer: 1000

Solution

Given $\frac{\ell}{A} = 129 \, \mathrm{m}^{-1}$. KCl solution 1: $74.5 \, \mathrm{ppm}$, $R_1 = 100 \, \Omega$ KCl solution 2: $149 \, \mathrm{ppm}$, $R_2 = 50 \, \Omega$ Here, $$\frac{\mathrm{ppm}_1}{\mathrm{ppm}_2} = \frac{M_1}{M_2} \left( \frac{\frac{W_1}{M_0}}{V} \times \frac{V}{\frac{W_2}{M_0}} \right)$$ $$\frac{\wedge_1}{\wedge_2} = \frac{\kappa_1 \times \frac{1000}{M_1}}{\kappa_2 \times \frac{1000}{M_2}}$$ $$= \frac{\kappa_1}{\kappa_2} \times \frac{M_2}{M_1}$$ $$= \frac{50}{100} \times 2$$ $$= \frac{\wedge_1}{\wedge_2} = 1,000 \times 10^{-3}$$

Question 82

Chemistry · The Solid State · Numerical

Ionic radii of cation $\mathrm{A}^+$ and anion $\mathrm{B}^-$ are $102$ and $181 \, \mathrm{pm}$ respectively. These ions are allowed to crystallize into an ionic solid. This crystal has cubic close packing for $\mathrm{B}^-$. $\mathrm{A}^+$ is present in all octahedral voids. The edge length of the unit cell of the crystal $\mathrm{AB}$ is _____ $\mathrm{pm}$. (Nearest Integer)

Answer: 566

Solution

Given the equation for a: $$a = 2(r_+ + r_-)$$ Substitute the values: $$a = 2(102 + 181)$$ Calculate the sum: $$a = 2(283)$$ Finally, multiply to find: $$a = 566 \, \mathrm{pm}$$

Question 83

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Numerical

The minimum uncertainty in the speed of an electron in an one dimensional region of length $2a_0$ (Where $a_0 = Bohr radius \ 52.9 \, \mathrm{pm}$) is _____ $\mathrm{km \, s^{-1}}$. (Given : Mass of electron $= 9.1 \times 10^{-31} \, \mathrm{kg}$, Planck's constant $h = 6.63 \times 10^{-34} \, \mathrm{Js}$)

Answer: 548

Solution

According to Heisenberg's uncertainty principle, $$\Delta x \times \Delta p_x \geq \frac{h}{4\pi}$$ This implies $$2a_0 \times m \Delta v_x = \frac{h}{4\pi} (minimum)$$ Therefore, $$\Delta v_x = \frac{h}{4\pi} \times \frac{1}{2a_0} \times \frac{1}{m}$$ Substituting the values, $$= \frac{6.63 \times 10^{-34}}{4 \times 3.14 \times 2 \times 52.9 \times 10^{-12} \times 9.1 \times 10^{-31}}$$ This results in $$= 548273 \, \mathrm{ms^{-1}}$$ Converting to kilometers per second, $$= 548.273 \, \mathrm{km \, s^{-1}}$$ Finally, $$= \boxed{548} \, \mathrm{km \, s^{-1}}$$

Question 84

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Numerical

When 600 mL of 0.2 M HNO$_3$ is mixed with 400 mL of 0.1M NaOH solution in a flask, the rise in temperature of the flask is _______ $\times 10^{-2}$ $^\circ$C. (Enthalpy of neutralisation = 57 kJ mol$^{-1}$ and Specific heat of water = 4.2 JK$^{-1}$g$^{-1}$) (Neglect heat capacity of flask)

Answer: 54

Solution

HNO$_3$ 600 mL $\times$ 0.2 M $= 120$ m mol NaOH 400 mL $\times$ 0.1 M $= 40$ m mol HNO$_3$ + NaOH $\rightarrow$ NaNO$_3$ + H$_2$O Bef. 120 40 Aft. 80 0 40 m mol $\Delta_r H = 40$ m mol $\times (57 \times 10^3) \frac{\mathrm{J}}{\mathrm{mol}}$ $= 40 \times 10^{-3} \mathrm{mol} \times 57 \times 10^3 \frac{\mathrm{J}}{\mathrm{mol}}$ $= 2280$ J $m \; S \Delta T = 2280$ $\Rightarrow 1000$ mL $\times \frac{1 \mathrm{gm}}{\mathrm{mL}} \times 4.2 \times \Delta T = 2280$ $$\Delta T = \frac{2280}{4.2 \times 10^{-3}}$$ $$= \frac{22800}{42 \times 10^{-3}}$$ $$= 542.86 \times 10^{-3}$$ $\Delta T = 54.286 \times 10^{-2}$ K $\Delta T = 54.286 \times 10^{-2}$ C Ans. 54.286 Answer mentioned as 54 (Closest integer)

Question 85

Chemistry · Solutions · Numerical

If $\mathrm{O}_2$ gas is bubbled through water at $303 \, \mathrm{K}$, the number of millimoles of $\mathrm{O}_2$ gas that dissolve in $1 \, \mathrm{litre}$ of water is _______. (Nearest Integer) (Given : Henry's Law constant for $\mathrm{O}_2$ at $303 \, \mathrm{K}$ is $46.82 \, \mathrm{k \, bar}$ and partial pressure of $\mathrm{O}_2 = 0.920 \, \mathrm{bar}$) (Assume solubility of $\mathrm{O}_2$ in water is too small, nearly negligible)

Answer: 1

Solution

Given $p = K_H \times x$. $$0.920 \, \mathrm{bar} = 46.82 \times 10^3 \, \mathrm{bar} \times \frac{mol of O_2}{mol of H_2O}$$ $$0.920 = 46.82 \times 10^3 \times \frac{mol of O_2}{\frac{1000}{18}}$$ $$0.920 = 46.82 \times n_{o_2}$$ $$p = \frac{0.920}{46.82 \times 18} = n_{o_2}$$ $$\Rightarrow 1.09 \times 10^{-3} = n_{o_2}$$ $$\Rightarrow m mol of O_2 = 1$$

Question 86

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Numerical

If the solubility product of PbS is $8 \times 10^{-28}$, then the solubility of PbS in pure water at $298 \, \mathrm{K}$ is $x \times 10^{-16} \, \mathrm{mol} \, \mathrm{L}^{-1}$. The value of $x$ is _______. (Nearest Integer) [Given $\sqrt{2} = 1.41$]

Answer: 282

Solution

Given $K_{sp} = S^2$. $S = \sqrt{K_{sp}} = \sqrt{8 \times 10^{-28}} = 2\sqrt{2} \times 10^{-14}$. $= 2.82 \times 10^{-14}$. $= 282 \times 10^{-16}$. Ans. = 282

Question 87

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Numerical

The reaction between X and Y is first order with respect to X and zero order with respect to Y. \begin{tabular}{|c|c|c|c|} \hline Experiment & $[\mathrm{X}]\ \mathrm{mol\ L^{-1}}$ & $[\mathrm{Y}]\ \mathrm{mol\ L^{-1}}$ & Initial rate $\mathrm{mol\ L^{-1}\ min^{-1}}$ \\ \hline I. & 0.1 & 0.1 & $2 \times 10^{-3}$ \\ \hline II. & $L$ & 0.2 & $4 \times 10^{-3}$ \\ \hline III. & 0.4 & 0.4 & $M \times 10^{-3}$ \\ \hline IV. & 0.1 & 0.2 & $2 \times 10^{-3}$ \\ \hline \end{tabular} Examine the data of table and calculate ratio of numerical values of $M$ and $L$. (Nearest Integer)

Answer: 40

Solution

Given $r = k [x] [y]^0 = k [x]$. Using I & II $$\frac{4 \times 10^{-3}}{2 \times 10^{-3}} = \left( \frac{L}{0.1} \right) \Rightarrow L = 0.2$$ Using I & III $$\frac{M \times 10^{-3}}{2 \times 10^{-3}} = \frac{0.4}{0.1} \Rightarrow M = 8$$ $$\frac{M}{L} = \frac{8}{0.2} = 40$$ Ans. 40

Question 88

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Numerical

In a linear tetrapeptide (Constituted with different amino acids), (number of amino acids) - (number of peptide bonds) is ______.

Answer: 1

Solution

In Tetrapeptide, No. of Amino Acids = 4 No. of Peptide bonds = 3 Hence Ans. = 1

Question 89

Chemistry · Haloalkanes and Haloarenes · Numerical

In bromination of Propyne, with Bromine 1, 1, 2, 2-tetrabromopropane is obtained in 27$\%$ yield. The amount of 1, 1, 2, 2 tetrabromopropane obtained from 1 $\mathrm{g}$ of Bromine in this reaction is ______ $\times 10^{-1}$ $\mathrm{g}$. (Nearest integer) (Molar Mass : Bromine = 80 g/mol)

Answer: 3

Solution

$= \dfrac{1}{160} \times \dfrac{1}{2} \times 360 \times 0.27$ $= 0.30375$ $= 3.0375 \times 10^{-1}$ $\textbf{Ans.} = 3$

Question 90

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Numerical

$\mathrm{[Fe(CN)_6]^{3-}}$ should be an inner orbital complex. Ignoring the pairing energy, the value of crystal field stabilization energy for this complex is $(-)\Delta_o$. (Nearest integer)

Answer: 2

Solution

$\mathrm{[Fe(CN)_6]^{3-}}$ $\mathrm{CN^-}$ is a strong field ligand. $\mathrm{Fe^{3+}}$ $3d^5$ $(t_{2g}^5\,e_g^0)$ CFSE $= 5 \times (-0.4\Delta_o)$ $= -2.0\Delta_o$