JEE Main 26 June 2022 Shift 2 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Relations and Functions · Single correct

Let $f : \mathbb{R} \rightarrow \mathbb{R}$ be defined as $f(x) = x-1$ and $g : \mathbb{R} - \{1, -1\} \rightarrow \mathbb{R}$ be defined as $g(x) = \frac{x^2}{x^2 - 1}$. Then the function fog is :

  1. one-one but not onto function
  2. onto but not one-one function
  3. both one-one and onto function
  4. neither one-one nor onto function

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $f(x) = x - 1$ and $g(x) = \frac{x^2}{x^2 - 1}$. $f(g(x)) = g(x) - 1$ $$= \frac{x^2}{x^2 - 1} - 1 = \frac{x^2 - x^2 + 1}{x^2 - 1}$$ $f(g(x)) = \frac{1}{x^2 - 1}$; $x \neq \pm 1$, even function. Hence $f(g(x))$ is many one function. Let $y = \frac{1}{x^2 - 1}$. Then $y \cdot x^2 - y = 1$. $$x^2 = \frac{1 + y}{y}$$ $$\left( \frac{1 + y}{y} \right) \geq 0$$ Range: $y \in (-\infty, -1] \cup (0, \infty)$. Hence, Range $\neq$ Co-domain $\Rightarrow f(g(x))$ is into function.

Question 2

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

If the system of equations $\alpha x + y + z = 5$, $x + 2y + 3z = 4$, $x + 3y + 5z = \beta$, has infinitely many solutions, then the ordered pair $(\alpha, \beta)$ is equal to :

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

For infinitely many solutions, $$\Delta = 0 = \Delta_x = \Delta_y = \Delta_z$$ $$\Delta = \begin{vmatrix} \alpha & 1 & 1 \\ 1 & 2 & 3 \\ 1 & 3 & 5 \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ This implies $$\alpha(10 - 9) - 1(5 - 3) + 1(3 - 2) = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \alpha - 2 + 1 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \alpha = 1$$ Now, $$\Delta_x = \begin{vmatrix} 5 & 1 & 1 \\ 4 & 2 & 3 \\ \beta & 3 & 5 \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ This implies $$5(10 - 9) - 1(20 - 3\beta) + 1(12 - 2\beta)$$ $$\Rightarrow 5 - 20 + 3\beta + 12 - 2\beta$$ $$\Rightarrow -3 + \beta = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \beta = 3$$

Question 3

Maths · Sequences and Series · Single correct

If $A = \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{1}{\left(3 + (-1)^n\right)^n}$ and $B = \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{(-1)^n}{\left(3 + (-1)^n\right)^n}$, then $\frac{A}{B}$ is equal to :

  1. $\frac{11}{9}$
  2. 1
  3. $-\frac{11}{9}$
  4. $-\frac{11}{3}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $$A = \left( \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{4^2} + \frac{1}{2^3} + \frac{1}{4^4} + \ldots \infty \right)$$ We can rewrite $$A = \left( \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2^3} + \ldots \infty \right) + \left( \frac{1}{4^2} + \frac{1}{4^4} + \ldots \infty \right)$$ This becomes $$A = \frac{\frac{1}{2}}{1 - \frac{1}{4}} + \frac{\frac{1}{16}}{1 - \frac{1}{16}}$$ Thus, $$\Rightarrow A = \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{4}{3} + \frac{1}{16} \times \frac{16}{15} \Rightarrow A = \frac{11}{15}$$ Now, consider $$B = \left( -\frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{4^2} - \frac{1}{2^3} + \frac{1}{4^4} + \ldots \infty \right)$$ We can rewrite $$B = \left( -\frac{1}{2} + -\frac{1}{2^3} + \ldots \infty \right) + \left( \frac{1}{4^2} + \frac{1}{4^4} + \ldots \infty \right)$$ This becomes $$B = \frac{-\frac{1}{2}}{1 - \frac{1}{4}} + \frac{\frac{1}{16}}{1 - \frac{1}{16}}$$ Thus, $$\Rightarrow B = -\frac{1}{2} \times \frac{4}{3} + \frac{1}{16} \times \frac{16}{15}$$ Therefore, $$B = -\frac{9}{15}$$ Now, calculate $$\frac{A}{B} = \frac{\frac{11}{15}}{\frac{15}{-9}}$$ Thus, $$\frac{A}{B} = -\frac{11}{9}$$

Question 4

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Single correct

$\displaystyle \lim_{x\to 0}\frac{\cos(\sin x)-\cos x}{x^4}$ is equal to:

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

Given the limit $\lim_{x\to0} \frac{\cos(\sin x)-\cos x}{x^4}$ which is of the form $\frac00$. We rewrite it as $\lim_{x\to0} \frac{ 2\sin\left(\frac{x+\sin x}{2}\right) \sin\left(\frac{x-\sin x}{2}\right) }{x^4}$ This can be expanded to $\lim_{x\to0} 2\left( \frac{ \sin\left(\frac{x+\sin x}{2}\right) }{ \left(\frac{x+\sin x}{2}\right) } \right) \left( \frac{ \sin\left(\frac{x-\sin x}{2}\right) }{ \left(\frac{x-\sin x}{2}\right) } \right) \frac{ \left(\frac{x+\sin x}{2}\right) }{ x^4 } \left( \frac{x-\sin x}{2} \right)$ This simplifies to $\lim_{x\to0} \frac{x^2-\sin^2x}{4x^4}$ which is again of the form $\frac00$. Apply L'Hopital Rule: $\lim_{x\to0} \frac{2x-2\sin x\cos x} {16x^3}$ Again apply L'Hopital rule: $\lim_{x\to0} \frac{2-\cos(2x)} {24x^2}$ This simplifies to $\lim_{x\to0} \frac{2(1-\cos(2x))} {24(2x^2)} \times2$ $\Rightarrow \frac2{24} \times\frac12 \times2$ $\Rightarrow \frac16$

Question 5

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Single correct

Let $f(x) = \min \{ 1, 1 + x \sin x \}, 0 \leq x \leq 2\pi$. If $m$ is the number of points, where $f$ is not differentiable and $n$ is the number of points, where $f$ is not continuous, then the ordered pair $(m, n)$ is equal to

  1. (2, 0)
  2. (1, 0)
  3. (1, 1)
  4. (2, 1)

Answer: (b)

Solution

No. of non-differentiable points = 1 (m) No. of not continuous points = 0 (n) (m, n) = (1, 0)

Question 6

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

Consider a cuboid of sides $2x$, $4x$ and $5x$ and a closed hemisphere of radius $r$. If the sum of their surface areas is a constant $k$, then the ratio $x : r$, for which the sum of their volumes is maximum, is:

  1. 2 : 5
  2. 19 : 45
  3. 3 : 8
  4. 19 : 15

Answer: (b)

Question 7

Maths · Applications of Integrals · Single correct

The area of the region bounded by $y^2 = 8x$ and $y^2 = 16(3-x)$ is equal to :-

  1. $\frac{32}{3}$
  2. $\frac{40}{3}$
  3. 16
  4. 19

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $y^2 = 8x$; $y^2 = 16(3-x)$. Finding their intersection points. $y^2 = 8x$ and $y^2 = -16(x-3)$ $$8x = -16x + 48$$ $$24x = 48$$ $$x = 2; \; y = \pm 4$$ $$A = 2 \int_{0}^{4} (x_R - x_L) \, dy$$ # Required Area $$= 2 \int_{0}^{4} \left( 3 - \frac{y^2}{16} - \frac{y^2}{8} \right) \, dy$$ $$= 2 \left[ 3y - \frac{y^3}{3 \times 16} - \frac{y^3}{3 \times 8} \right]_{0}^{4}$$ $$= 2 \left[ 3 \times 4 - \frac{4 \times 4 \times 4}{3 \times 16} - \frac{4 \times 4 \times 4 \times 2}{3 \times 8 \times 2} \right]$$ $$= 2 \left[ 12 - \frac{4}{3} - \frac{8}{3} \right] = 2 \times 12 \left[ 1 - \frac{1}{3} \right] = 2 \times 12 \times \frac{2}{3} = 16$$

Question 8

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

If $\displaystyle\int \frac{1}{x}\sqrt{\frac{1-x}{1+x}}\,dx = g(x) + c, \quad g(1) = 0$, then $g\left(\dfrac{1}{2}\right)$ is equal to:

  1. $\\log_e \\left( \\frac{\\sqrt{3} - 1}{\\sqrt{3} + 1} \\right) + \\frac{\\pi}{3}$
  2. $\\log_e \\left( \\frac{\\sqrt{3} + 1}{\\sqrt{3} - 1} \\right) + \\frac{\\pi}{3}$
  3. $\\log_e \\left( \\frac{\\sqrt{3} + 1}{\\sqrt{3} - 1} \\right) - \\frac{\\pi}{3}$
  4. $\\frac{1}{2} \\log_e \\left( \\frac{\\sqrt{3} - 1}{\\sqrt{3} + 1} \\right) - \\frac{\\pi}{6}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $$\int \frac{1}{x} \sqrt{\frac{1-x}{1+x}} \, dx = g(x) + c$$. Put $$x = \cos 2\theta$$. $$dx = -2\sin 2\theta \cdot d\theta$$ $$= \int \frac{1}{\cos 2\theta} \tan \theta (-4 \sin \theta \cdot \cos \theta) d\theta$$ $$= \int \frac{1}{\cos 2\theta} (-4 \sin^2 \theta) d\theta$$ $$= -2 \int \frac{1 - \cos 2\theta}{\cos 2\theta} d\theta$$ $$= -\frac{2}{2} \ln |\sec 2\theta + \tan 2\theta| + 2\theta + c$$ $$= \ln |\sec 2\theta - \tan 2\theta| + 2\theta + c$$ $$= \ln \left| \frac{1 - \sin 2\theta}{\cos 2\theta} \right| + \cos^{-1} x + c$$ $$= \ln \left| \frac{1 - \sqrt{1-x^2}}{x} \right| + \cos^{-1} x + c$$ Therefore, $$g(1) = 0$$ $$g(x) = \ln \left| \frac{1 - \sqrt{1-x^2}}{x} \right| + \cos^{-1} x$$ $$g\left( \frac{1}{2} \right) = \ln \left| 2 - \sqrt{3} \right| + \frac{\pi}{3}$$ $$g\left( \frac{1}{2} \right) = \ln \left| \frac{\sqrt{3} - 1}{\sqrt{3} + 1} \right| + \frac{\pi}{3}$$

Question 9

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

If $y = y(x)$ is the solution of the differential equation $x \frac{dy}{dx} + 2y = xe^x$, $y(1) = 0$ then the local maximum value of the function $z(x) = x^2 y(x) - e^x$, $x \in \mathbb{R}$ is:

  1. $1 - e$
  2. $0$
  3. $\frac{1}{2}$
  4. $\frac{4}{e} - e$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $x \frac{dy}{dx} + 2y = xe^x$. Rewriting, $\frac{dy}{dx} + \frac{2y}{x} = e^x$. The integrating factor (I.F.) is $x^2$. Then $y \cdot x^2 = \int x^2 e^x \, dx$. This equals $\int e^x (x^2 + 2x - 2x - 2 + 2) \, dx$. So, $yx^2 = e^x (x^2 - 2x + 2) + c$. Given $y(1) = 0$, $0 = e(1 + 0) + c$. Thus, $c = -e$. Now, $z(x) = x^2 y(x) - e^x$. This becomes $e^x (x^2 - 2x + 2) - e - e^x$. Simplifying, $= e^x (x - 1)^2 - e$. Differentiating, $\frac{dz}{dx} = e^x \cdot 2(x - 1) + e^x (x - 1)^2 = 0$. This gives $x^x (x - 1) (2 + x - 1) = 0$. Or $e^x (x - 1) (x + 1) = 0$. Thus, $x = -1, 1$. At $x = -1$, there is a local maxima. Then the maximum value is $z(-1) = \frac{4}{e} - e$.

Question 10

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

If the solution of the differential equation $$\frac{dy}{dx} + e^x (x^2 - 2)y = (x^2 - 2x)(x^2 - 2)e^{2x}$$ satisfies $$y(0) = 0$$, then the value of $y(2)$ is _______.

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

I.F. = e^{$\int e^{x^2-2}\,dx$} = e^{$\int e^{x^2-2x+2}\,dx$} = e^{e^{x^2-2x}}. y $\cdot$ e^{e^{x^2-2x}} = $\int e^{e^{x^2-2x}} e^x (x^2-2x)e^x\,dx$. Let $e^{x^2-2x}=t$. So, y $\cdot$ e^{e^{x^2-2x}} = $\int e^t \cdot t\,dt$. $= t\cdot e^t - e^t + c$. At $x=0$, $t=0$. $0\cdot1=0-1+c$ $\Rightarrow c=1$ For $x=2$, $t=0$. $y\cdot1=0-1+1=0$ $y(2)=0$

Question 11

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

If $m$ is the slope of a common tangent to the curves $$\frac{x^2}{16} + \frac{y^2}{9} = 1$$ and $$x^2 + y^2 = 12$$, then $12m^2$ is equal to:

  1. 6
  2. 9
  3. 10
  4. 12

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\dfrac{x^2}{16} + \dfrac{y^2}{9} = 1$, equation of tangent to the ellipse is $y = mx \pm \sqrt{a^2m^2 + b^2}$ $y = mx \pm \sqrt{16m^2 + 9}$ $\hfill \ldots\text{(i)}$ $$x^2 + y^2 = 12$$ Equation of tangent to the circle is $y = mx \pm \sqrt{12}\sqrt{1 + m^2}$ $\hfill \ldots\text{(ii)}$ For common tangent, equate eq. (i) and (ii) $$\Rightarrow 16m^2 + 9 = 12(1 + m^2)$$ $$16m^2 - 12m^2 = 3$$ $$4m^2 = 3$$ $$12m^2 = 9$$

Question 12

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

The locus of the mid point of the line segment joining the point (4, 3) and the points on the ellipse $x^2 + 2y^2 = 4$ is an ellipse with eccentricity:

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the equation of the ellipse: $$\frac{x^2}{4} + \frac{y^2}{2} = 1$$ with points P(4,3) and Q $$(2 \cos \theta, \sqrt{2} \sin \theta)$$. Coordinate of D is $$\left( \frac{2 \cos \theta + 4}{2}, \frac{\sqrt{2} \sin \theta + 3}{2} \right) \equiv (h, k)$$. From this, we have: $$\frac{2h - 4}{2} = \cos \theta ....(i)$$ $$\frac{2k - 3}{\sqrt{2}} = \sin \theta ....(ii)$$ Using $$(i)^2 + (ii)^2$$, then we get: $$\left( \frac{2h - 4}{2} \right)^2 + \left( \frac{2k - 3}{\sqrt{2}} \right)^2 = 1 \implies \frac{(x - 2)^2}{1} + \frac{\left( y - \frac{3}{2} \right)^2}{\left( \frac{1}{2} \right)} = 1$$ Therefore, the required eccentricity is $$e = \sqrt{\frac{1}{1 - \frac{1}{2}}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$$

Question 13

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

The normal to the hyperbola $\frac{x^2}{a^2} - \frac{y^2}{9} = 1$ at the point $(8, 3\sqrt{3})$ on it passes through the point:

  1. $(15, -2\sqrt{3})$
  2. $(9, 2\sqrt{3})$
  3. $(-1, 9\sqrt{3})$
  4. $(-1, 6\sqrt{3})$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{x^2}{a^2}$ - $\frac{y^2}{9}$ = 1 $\)$. The point $\($ (8, 3$\sqrt{3}$) $\)$ lies on the hyperbola, then $$ \frac{64}{a^2} - \frac{27}{9} = 1 \implies a^2 = \frac{64}{4} = 16 $$ The equation of the normal at $\($ (8, 3$\sqrt{3}$) $\)$ is: $$ \frac{16x}{8} + \frac{9y}{3\sqrt{3}} = 16 + 9 $$ $$ 2x + \sqrt{3}y = 25 $$ Check options.

Question 14

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

If the plane $2x + y - 5z = 0$ is rotated about its line of intersection with the plane $3x - y + 4z - 7 = 0$ by an angle of $\frac{\pi}{2}$, then the plane after the rotation passes through the point:

  1. $(2, -2, 0)$
  2. $(-2, 2, 0)$
  3. $(1, 0, 2)$
  4. $(-1, 0, -2)$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $(2x + y - 5z) + \lambda(3x - y + 4z - 7) = 0$. Rotated by $\pi/2$. $$(2 + 3\lambda)x + (1 - \lambda)y + (-5 + 4\lambda)z - 7\lambda = 0$$ $$2x + y - 5z = 0$$ $$2(2 + 3\lambda) + (1 - \lambda) - 5(-5 + 4\lambda) = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow 4 + 6\lambda + 1 - \lambda + 25 - 20\lambda = 0$$ $$30 = 15\lambda$$ $$\lambda = 2$$ Required plane: $-8x - y + 3z - 14 = 0$. Check options.

Question 15

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

If the lines $\vec{r} = (\hat{i} - \hat{j} + \hat{k}) + \lambda (3\hat{j} - \hat{k})$ and $\vec{r} = (\alpha \hat{i} - \hat{j}) + \mu (2\hat{i} - 3\hat{k})$ are co-planar, then distance of the plane containing these two lines from the point $(\cdot, 0, 0)$ is:

  1. $\frac{2}{9}$
  2. $\frac{2}{11}$
  3. $\frac{4}{11}$
  4. 2

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\mathbf{r} = (\hat{i} - \hat{j} + \hat{k}) + \lambda (3 \hat{j} - \hat{k})$ (L1) and $\mathbf{r} = (\alpha \hat{i} - \hat{j}) + \mu (2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{k})$ (L2). L1 and L2 are coplanar. $$\begin{vmatrix} 0 & 3 & -1 \\ 2 & 0 & -3 \\ (1 - \alpha) & 0 & 1 \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ $$-3 (2 + 3 (1 - \alpha)) = 0$$ $$2 + 3 - 3 \alpha = 0$$ $$3 \alpha = 5$$ $$\Rightarrow \alpha = \frac{5}{3}$$ Now, $$\mathbf{n} = \begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ 0 & 3 & -1 \\ 2 & 0 & -3 \end{vmatrix} = \hat{i} (-9) - \hat{j} (2) + \hat{k} (-6)$$ $$(9, 2, 6)$$ Equation of plane: $$9 (x - 1) + 2(y + 1) + 6(z - 1) = 0$$ $$9x + 2y + 6z - 13 = 0$$ Perpendicular distance from $(\cdot, 0, 0)$ $$= \left| \frac{9 \cdot \frac{5}{3} + 0 + 0 - 13}{\sqrt{81 + 36 + 4}} \right| = \frac{2}{\sqrt{121}} = \frac{2}{11}$$

Question 16

Maths · Vector Algebra · Single correct

Let $\vec{a} = \hat{i} + \hat{j} + 2\hat{k}$, $\vec{b} = 2\hat{i} - 3\hat{j} + \hat{k}$ and $\vec{c} = \hat{i} - \hat{j} + \hat{k}$ be three given vectors. Let $\vec{v}$ be a vector in the plane of $\vec{a}$ and $\vec{b}$ whose projection on $\vec{c}$ is $\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}$. If $\vec{v} \cdot \hat{j} = 7$, then $\vec{v} \cdot (\hat{i} + \hat{k})$ is equal to:

  1. 6
  2. 7
  3. 8
  4. 9

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\vec{v} = \lambda \vec{a} + \mu \vec{b}$. $\vec{v} = \lambda (1,1,2) + \mu (2,-3,1)$. $\vec{v} = (\lambda + 2\mu, \lambda - 3\mu, 2\lambda + \mu)$. $\vec{v} \cdot \vec{j} = 7$. $\lambda - 3\mu = 7$. $\frac{\vec{v} \cdot \vec{c}}{|\vec{c}|} = \frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}$. $\vec{v} \cdot \vec{c} = 2$. $\lambda + 2\mu - \lambda + 3\mu + 2\lambda + \mu = 2$. $2\lambda + 6\mu = 2$. $\lambda + 3\mu = 1$. $\lambda - 3\mu = 7$. $2\lambda = 8$. $\lambda = 4$. $\mu = -1$. We get $\vec{v} = (2,7,7)$.

Question 17

Maths · Statistics · Single correct

The mean and standard deviation of 50 observations are 15 and 2 respectively. It was found that one incorrect observation was taken such that the sum of correct and incorrect observations is 70. If the correct mean is 16, then the correct variance is equal to:

  1. 10
  2. 36
  3. 43
  4. 60

Answer: (c)

Solution

No. of observations: 50 mean $\bar{x} = 15$ Standard deviation ($\sigma$) = 2 Let incorrect observation is $x_1$ and correct observation is $(x_1')$ Given $x_1 + x_1' = 70$ $$\bar{x} = \frac{x_1 + x_2 + \ldots + x_{50}}{50} = 15 (given)$$ $$\Rightarrow x_1 + x_2 + \ldots + x_{50} = 750 \ldots (i)$$ Now Mean of correct observation is 16 $$\frac{x_1' + x_2 + \ldots + x_{50}}{50} = 16$$ $$x_1' + x_2 + x_3 + \ldots x_{50} = 16 \times 50 \ldots (ii)$$ Subtracting equation (i) from equation (ii): $$x_1' - x_1 = 16 \times 50 - 15 \times 50$$ $$x_1' - x_1 = 50 \& x_1 + x_1' = 70$$ $$x_1' = 60$$ $$x_1 = 10$$ $$\Rightarrow 4 = \frac{x_1^2 + x_2^2 + \ldots + x_{50}^2}{50} - 15^2 \ldots (iii)$$ $$\Rightarrow \sigma^2 = \frac{x_1'^2 + x_2^2 + \ldots + x_{50}^2}{50} - 16^2 \ldots (iv)$$ From (iii) $$\Rightarrow 4 = \frac{(10)^2 + x_2^2 + x_3^2 + \ldots + x_{50}^2}{50} - 225$$ $$\Rightarrow 4 = 2 - 225 + \frac{x_2^2 + x_3^2 + \ldots + x_{50}^2}{50}$$ $$\Rightarrow 227 = \frac{x_2^2 + x_3^2 + \ldots + x_{50}^2}{50}$$ From (iv) $$\sigma^2 = \frac{(60)^2}{50} + \frac{x_2^2 + x_3^2 + \ldots + x_{50}^2}{50} - (16)^2$$ $$\sigma^2 = \frac{60 \times 60}{50} + 227 - 256$$ $$\sigma^2 = 72 + 227 - 256$$ $$\sigma^2 = 43$$

Question 18

Maths · Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

$16\sin(20^\circ)\sin(40^\circ)\sin(80^\circ)$ is equal to:

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $16 \sin 20^\circ \sin 40^\circ \sin 80^\circ$. This is equal to $16 \sin 40^\circ \sin 20^\circ \sin 80^\circ$. We can rewrite it as $4(4 \sin (60 - 20) \sin (20) \sin (60 + 20))$. This simplifies to $4 \times \sin (3 \times 20^\circ)$. Since $\sin 3\theta = 4 \sin(60 - \theta) \times \sin \theta \times \sin (60 + \theta)$, we have $4 \times \sin 60^\circ$. This equals $4 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = 2\sqrt{3}$.

Question 19

Maths · Inverse Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

If the inverse trigonometric functions take principal values, then $\cos^{-1}\!\left( \frac{3}{10} \cos\!\left( \tan^{-1}\!\left(\frac{4}{3}\right) \right) +\frac{2}{5} \sin\!\left( \tan^{-1}\!\left(\frac{4}{3}\right) \right) \right)$ is equal to:

  1. 0
  2. $\frac{\pi}{4}$
  3. $\frac{\pi}{3}$
  4. $\frac{\pi}{6}$
Solution

Let $\tan^{-1}\!\left(\frac{4}{3}\right)=\theta \Rightarrow \tan\theta=\frac{4}{3}$ $E=\cos^{-1}\!\left( \frac{3}{10}\cos\theta +\frac{2}{5}\sin\theta \right)$ $=\cos^{-1}\!\left( \frac{3}{10}\times\frac{3}{5} +\frac{2}{5}\times\frac{4}{5} \right)$ $=\cos^{-1}\!\left( \frac{9}{50} +\frac{8}{25} \right)$ $=\cos^{-1}\!\left(\frac{25}{50}\right)$ $=\cos^{-1}\!\left(\frac12\right)$ $=\frac{\pi}{3}$

Question 20

Maths · Mathematical Reasoning · Single correct

Let $r \in \{p, q, \sim p, \sim q\}$ be such that the logical statement $r \lor (\sim p) \Rightarrow (p \land q) \lor r$ is a tautology. Then ‘r’ is equal to :

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

Question 21

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Numerical

Let $f: \mathbb{R} \to \mathbb{R}$ satisfy $f(x+y) = 2^x f(y) + 4^y f(x)$, $\forall x, y \in \mathbb{R}$. If $f(2) = 3$, then $14 \cdot \frac{f'(4)}{f'(2)}$ is equal to ____.

Answer: 248

Solution

Put $y = 2$ $f(x + y) = 2^y \cdot f(y) + 4^y \cdot f(x)$ $f(x + 2) = 2^2 \cdot 3 + 16f(x)$ $f'(x + 2) = 16f'(x) + 3 \cdot 2^2 \ln 2$ $f'(4) = 16f'(2) + 12\ln 2$ $\hfill \ldots\text{(i)}$ $f(y + 2) = 4f(y) + 3 \cdot 4^y \ln 4$ $f'(4) = 4f'(2) + 96\ln 2$ $\hfill \ldots\text{(ii)}$ Solving eq. (i) and (ii), we get $f'(2) = 7\ln 2$ From equation (i), we get $f'(4) = 124\ln 2$ Now, $\Rightarrow 14 \cdot \dfrac{f'(4)}{f'(2)}$ $= 14 \times \dfrac{124\ln 2}{7\ln 2}$ $= 248$

Question 22

Maths · Basics Of Mathematics · Numerical

Let p and q be two real numbers such that p + q = 3 and $p^4 + q^4 = 369$. Then $$\left(\frac{1}{p} + \frac{1}{q}\right)^{-2}$$ is equal to

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $p + q = 3$ and $p^4 + q^4 = 369$. $$\left(\frac{1}{p} + \frac{1}{q}\right)^{-2} = (p + q)^2 = 9$$ $$p^2 + q^2 = 9 - 2pq$$ $$\frac{1}{\left(\frac{1}{p} + \frac{1}{q}\right)^2} = \frac{(pq)^2}{(q + p)^2} = \frac{(pq)^2}{9}$$ $$p^4 + q^4 = (p^2 + q^2)^2 - 2p^2q^2$$ $$369 = (9 - 2pq)^2 - 2(pq)^2$$ $$369 = 81 + 4p^2q^2 - 36pq - 2p^2q^2$$ $$288 = 2p^2q^2 - 36pq$$ $$144 = p^2q^2 - 18pq$$ $$(pq)^2 - 2 \times 9 \times pq + 9^2 = 144 + 9^2$$ $$(pq - 9)^2 = 225$$ $$pq - 9 = \pm 15$$ $$pq = \pm 15 + 9$$ $$pq = 24, -6$$ (24 is rejected because $p^2 + q^2 = 9 - 2pq$ is negative) $$\frac{(pq)^2}{9} = \frac{16 \times 16}{9} = 4$$

Question 23

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Numerical

If $z^2 + z + 1 = 0$, $z \in \mathbb{C}$, then $$\left| \sum_{n=1}^{15} \left( z^n + (-1)^n \frac{1}{z^n} \right) \right|^2$$ is equal to .

Answer: 2

Solution

Given $z^2 + z + 1 = 0 \Rightarrow z = w, \ w^2$. $$\left| \sum_{n=1}^{15} \left( z^n + (-1) \frac{1}{z^n} \right) \right|^2 = \left| \sum_{n=1}^{15} \left( z^{2n} + \frac{1}{z^{2n}} + 2(-1)^n \right) \right|$$ $$= \left| \sum_{n=1}^{15} w^{2n} + \frac{1}{w^{2n}} + 2(-1)^n \right|$$ $$= \left| \frac{w^2 (1 - w^{30})}{1 - w^2} + \frac{1}{w^2} \left( \frac{1 - \frac{1}{w^{30}}}{1 - \frac{1}{w^2}} \right) + 2(-1) \right|$$ $$= \left| \frac{w^2 (1 - 1)}{1 - w^2} + \frac{1}{w^2} \frac{(1 - 1)}{1 - \frac{1}{w^2}} - 2 \right|$$ $$= |0 + 0 - 2| = 2$$

Question 24

Maths · Matrices · Numerical

Let $X = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 & 1 \\ 0 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$, $Y = \alpha I + \beta X + \gamma X^2$ and $Z = \alpha^2 I - \alpha \beta X + (\beta^2 - \alpha \gamma) X^2$, $\alpha, \beta, \gamma \in \mathbb{R}$. If $Y^{-1}$ = $$\begin{bmatrix} \frac{1}{5} & -\frac{2}{5} & \frac{1}{5} \\ 0 & \frac{1}{5} & -\frac{2}{5} \\ 0 & 0 & \frac{1}{5} \end{bmatrix}$$, then $(\alpha - \beta + \gamma)^2$ is equal to _____.

Answer: 100

Solution

Given $$X = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 & 1 \\ 0 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix}, X^2 = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$$ $$Y = \begin{bmatrix} \alpha & \beta & \gamma \\ 0 & \alpha & \beta \\ 0 & 0 & \alpha \end{bmatrix}, Z = \begin{bmatrix} \alpha^2 & -\alpha \beta & \beta^2 - \alpha \gamma \\ 0 & \alpha^2 & -\alpha \beta \\ 0 & 0 & \alpha^2 \end{bmatrix}$$ $$Y \cdot Y^{-1} = I$$ $$\begin{bmatrix} \alpha & \beta & \gamma \\ 0 & \alpha & \beta \\ 0 & 0 & \alpha \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} \frac{1}{5} & -\frac{2}{5} & \frac{1}{5} \\ 0 & \frac{1}{5} & -\frac{2}{5} \\ 0 & 0 & \frac{1}{5} \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$$ $$\frac{\alpha}{5} = 1 \implies \alpha = 5$$ $$-\frac{2}{5} \alpha + \frac{\beta}{5} = 0 \implies \beta = 10$$ $$\frac{\alpha}{5} - \frac{2 \beta}{5} + \frac{\gamma}{5} = 0 \implies \gamma = 15$$ Therefore, $$(\alpha - \beta + \gamma)^2 = (5 - 10 + 15)^2 = 100$$

Question 25

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Numerical

The total number of 3-digit numbers, whose greatest common divisor with 36 is 2, is .

Answer: 150

Solution

$36=2\times2\times3\times3$ Number should be odd multiple of $2$ and does not have factors $3$ and $9$ Odd multiples of $2$ are $102,106,110,114,\ldots,998$ $(225\ \text{numbers})$ No. of multiples of $3$ are $102,114,126,\ldots,990$ $(75\ \text{numbers})$ which are also included in multiples of $9$ Hence, Required $=225-75$ $=150$

Question 26

Maths · Binomial Theorem · Numerical

If $\left({}^{40}C_0\right) + \left({}^{41}C_1\right) + \left({}^{42}C_2\right) + \ldots + \left({}^{60}C_{20}\right) = \frac{m}{n}\left({}^{60}C_{20}\right)$, $m$ and $n$ are coprime, then $m+n$ is equal to _____.

Answer: 102

Solution

Given $$^{40}C_0 + ^{41}C_1 + ^{42}C_2 + \ldots + ^{59}C_{19} + ^{60}C_{20}$$ $$\left(\frac{1}{41} + 1\right)^{41}C_1 + ^{42}C_2 + \ldots$$ $$\left[\frac{42}{41}\left(\frac{2}{42}\right) + 1\right]^{42}C_2 + ^{43}C_3 + \ldots$$ $$\left(\frac{2}{41} + 1\right)^{42}C_2 + ^{43}C_3 + \ldots$$ $$\left(\frac{43}{41} \times \frac{3}{43} + 1\right)^{43}C_3 + ^{44}C_4 + \ldots$$ $$\frac{3 + 41}{41} \cdot ^{43}C_3 + \ldots$$ Similarly: $$\frac{20 + 41}{41}$$ $$\Rightarrow m = 61; \; n = 41$$ $$m + n = 102$$

Question 27

Maths · Sequences and Series · Numerical

If $a_1(> 0)$, $a_2$, $a_3$, $a_4$, $a_5$ are in a G.P., $a_2 + a_4 = 2a_3 + 1$ and $3a_2 + a_3 = 2a_4$, then $a_2 - a_4 + 2a_5$ is equal to

Answer: 40

Solution

Given $a_1 > 0$, $a_2$, $a_3$, $a_4$, $a_5 \to G.P.$ $3a_2 + a_3 = 2a_4$ $3ar + ar^2 = 2ar^3$ $3 + r = 2r^2$ $2r^2 - r - 3 = 0$ $r = -1$ and $r = \frac{3}{2}$ $a_2 + a_4 = 2a_3 + 1$ $ar + ar^3 = 2ar^2 + 1$ $a \left( r + r^3 - 2r^2 \right) = 1$ $a \left( \frac{3}{2} + \frac{27}{8} - \frac{18}{4} \right) = 1$ $a = \frac{8}{3}$ When $r = -1$, $a = -\frac{1}{4}$ (rejected, $a_1 > 0$) $r = \frac{2}{3}$, $a = \frac{8}{3}$ (selected) Now $a_2 + a_4 + 2a_5$ $= \frac{8}{3} \times \frac{3}{2} + \frac{8}{3} \times \frac{27}{8} + 2 \times \frac{8}{3} \times \frac{81}{16}$ $= 4 + 9 + 27 = 40$

Question 28

Maths · Integrals · Fill in the blank

The integral \[ \frac{24}{\pi}\int_{0}^{\sqrt{2}} \frac{(2-x^2)\,dx} {(2+x^2)\sqrt{4+x^4}} \] is equal to ______.

Answer: 3

Solution

Given the integral $$\frac{24}{\pi} \int_0^{\sqrt{2}} \frac{(2-x^2)}{(x^2+2)\sqrt{4+x^4}} \, dx$$ we can rewrite it as $$\frac{24}{\pi} \int_0^{\sqrt{2}} \frac{x^2 \left( \frac{2}{x^2} - 1 \right)}{\left( x + \frac{2}{x} \right) \times x \sqrt{\frac{4}{x^2} + x^2}} \, dx$$ which simplifies to $$\frac{24}{\pi} \int_0^{\sqrt{2}} \frac{\left( \frac{2}{x^2} - 1 \right)}{\left( x + \frac{2}{x} \right) \sqrt{\left( x + \frac{2}{x} \right)^2 - 4}} \, dx$$ Let $$x + \frac{2}{x} = t$$ then $$dt = \left( 1 - \frac{2}{x^2} \right) \, dx$$ The integral becomes $$I = -\frac{24}{\pi} \int \frac{dt}{t \sqrt{t^2 - 4}}$$ Evaluating this gives $$= -\frac{24}{\pi} \times \frac{1}{2} \sec^{-1} \left( \frac{x + \frac{2}{x}}{2} \right) \bigg|_0^{\sqrt{2}}$$ $$= -\frac{12}{\pi} \left[ \sec^{-1} \left( \frac{2\sqrt{2}}{2} \right) - \sec^{-1}(\infty) \right]$$ $$= -\frac{12}{\pi} \left[ \frac{\pi}{4} - \frac{2\pi}{2} \right] = -\frac{12}{\pi} \left[ \frac{-\pi}{4} \right]$$

Question 29

Maths · Conic Sections · Numerical

Let a line $L_1$ be tangent to the hyperbola $\frac{x^2}{16} - \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$ and let $L_2$ be the line passing through the origin and perpendicular to $L_1$. If the locus of the point of intersection of $L_1$ and $L_2$ is $(x^2 + y^2)^2 = \alpha x^2 + \beta y^2$, then $\alpha + \beta$ is equal to ______.

Answer: 12

Solution

$\dfrac{x\sec\theta}{4}+\dfrac{y\tan\theta}{2}=1$ $m_1=\dfrac{\sec\theta/2}{\tan\theta} =\dfrac{\sec\theta}{2\tan\theta}$ $m_2=\dfrac{k}{h}$ $m_1m_2=-1$ $\dfrac{k}{h}\cdot\dfrac{\sec\theta}{2\tan\theta}=-1$ $\dfrac{k}{2h\sin\theta}=-1$ $\sin\theta=-\dfrac{k}{2h}$ $\cos\theta=\dfrac{\sqrt{4h^2-k^2}}{2h}$ Also, $\dfrac{h\sec\theta}{4}-\dfrac{k\tan\theta}{2}=1$ $\dfrac{h}{4}\cdot \dfrac{2h}{\sqrt{4h^2-k^2}} -\dfrac{k}{2}\cdot \dfrac{-k}{\sqrt{4h^2-k^2}} =1$ $h^2+k^2=2\sqrt{4h^2-k^2}$ $(x^2+y^2)^2=4(4x^2-y^2)$ $(x^2+y^2)^2=\dfrac{16x^2-4y^2}{4}$ $\alpha=16,\ \beta=-4$ $\alpha+\beta=12$

Question 30

Maths · Probability · Numerical

If the probability that a randomly chosen 6-digit number formed by using digits 1 and 8 only is a multiple of 21 is $p$, then $96p$ is equal to .

Answer: 33

Solution

Given $2 \times 2 \times 2 \times 2 \times 2 \times 2 = 64$. Divisible by 21 when divided by 3. Case – I: All 1 $\rightarrow (1)$. Case – II: All 8 $\rightarrow (1)$. Case – III: 3 ones and 3 eights $$\frac{6!}{3! \times 3!} = 20$$ Required probability $\therefore p = \frac{22}{64}$ $$96p = 96 \times \frac{22}{64} = 33$$

Physics

Question 31

Physics · Electromagnetic Induction · Single correct

The dimension of mutual inductance is :

  1. $[ML^{2}T^{-2}A^{-1}]$
  2. $[ML^{2}T^{-3}A^{-1}]$
  3. $[ML^{2}T^{-2}A^{-2}]$
  4. $[ML^{2}T^{-3}A^{-2}]$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $e_2$: induced emf in secondary coil, $i_1$: Current in primary coil, $M$: Mutual inductance. $$e_2 = -M \frac{di_1}{dt}$$ $$M = -\frac{e_2}{\frac{di_1}{dt}}$$ $$[M] = \left[ \frac{e_2}{\frac{di_1}{dt}} \right] = \left[ \frac{\frac{W}{q}}{\frac{AT}{AT^{-1}}} \right] = \left[ ML^2T^{-2} \right]$$ $$= [ML^2T^{-2}A^{-2}]$$

Question 32

Physics · Laws of Motion · Single correct

In the arrangement shown in figure $a_1, a_2, a_3$ and $a_4$ are the accelerations of masses $m_1, m_2, m_3$ and $m_4$ respectively. Which of the following relation is true for this arrangement?

  1. $4a_1 + 2a_2 + a_3 + a_4 = 0$
  2. $a_1 + 4a_2 + 3a_3 + a_4 = 0$
  3. $a_1 + 4a_2 + 3a_3 + 2a_4 = 0$
  4. $2a_1 + 2a_2 + 3a_3 + a_4 = 0$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Using constraint $$\sum \vec{T} \cdot \vec{a} = 0$$ $$-4T a_1 - 2T a_2 - T a_3 - T a_4 = 0$$ $$4a_1 + 2a_2 + a_3 + a_4 = 0$$

Question 33

Physics · Work, Energy and Power · Single correct

Arrange the four graphs in descending order of total work done; where $W_1$, $W_2$, $W_3$ and $W_4$ are the work done corresponding to figure a, b, c and d respectively.

  1. $W_3 > W_2 > W_1 > W_4$
  2. $W_3 > W_2 > W_4 > W_1$
  3. $W_2 > W_3 > W_4 > W_1$
  4. $W_2 > W_3 > W_1 > W_4$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Work done = area under $F-x$ curve. Area below $x$-axis is negative and area above $x$-axis is positive. So $$W_3 > W_2 > W_1 > W_4$$

Question 34

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Single correct

Solid spherical ball is rolling on a frictionless horizontal plane surface about its axis of symmetry. The ratio of rotational kinetic energy of the ball to its total kinetic energy is :-

  1. $\frac{2}{5}$
  2. $\frac{2}{7}$
  3. $\frac{1}{5}$
  4. $\frac{7}{10}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

The total kinetic energy $K_{total}$ is the sum of rotational and translational kinetic energies. $$K_{total} = K_{rotational} + K_{Translational}$$ The expression for total kinetic energy is given by: $$K_{total} = \frac{1}{2} I_{cm} \omega^2 + \frac{1}{2} m V_{cm}^2$$ For pure rolling, the velocity of the center of mass $v_{cm}$ is $R \omega$. The moment of inertia about the center of mass $I_{cm}$ is: $$I_{cm} = \frac{2}{5} m R^2$$ The rotational kinetic energy $K_{Rot}$ is: $$K_{Rot} = \frac{1}{2} I_{cm} \omega^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{2}{5} m R^2 \times \frac{V_{cm}^2}{R^2} = \frac{1}{5} m V_{cm}^2$$ The total kinetic energy $K_{Total}$ is: $$K_{Total} = \frac{1}{5} m V_{cm}^2 + \frac{1}{2} m V_{cm}^2 = \frac{7}{10} m V_{cm}^2$$ The ratio of rotational kinetic energy to total kinetic energy is: $$\frac{K_{Rot}}{K_{Total}} = \frac{\frac{1}{5} m V_{cm}^2}{\frac{7}{10} m V_{cm}^2} = \frac{2}{7}$$

Question 35

Physics · Gravitation · Single correct

Given below are two statements : One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R. Assertion A : If we move from poles to equator, the direction of acceleration due to gravity of earth always points towards the center of earth without any variation in its magnitude. Reason R : At equator, the direction of acceleration due to the gravity is towards the center of earth. 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. A is true but R is false
  4. A is false but R is true

Answer: (d)

Solution

Effective acceleration due to gravity is the resultant of $g$ and $rw^2$ whose direction and magnitude depends upon $\theta$. Hence assertion is false. When $\theta = 0^\circ$ (at equator), effective acceleration is radially inward.

Question 36

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Fluids · Single correct

If $\rho$ is the density and $\eta$ is the coefficient of viscosity of a fluid that flows with speed $v$ through a pipe of diameter $d$, then the correct formula for the Reynolds number $R_e$ is:

  1. $R_e = \frac{\eta d}{\rho v}$
  2. $R_e = \frac{\rho v}{\eta d}$
  3. $R_e = \frac{\rho v d}{\eta}$
  4. $R_e = \frac{\eta}{\rho v d}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Reynold's number is given by $$\frac{\rho v d}{\eta}$$

Question 37

Physics · Kinetic Theory · Single correct

A flask contains argon and oxygen in the ratio of $3:2$ in mass and the mixture is kept at $27^\circ \mathrm{C}$. The ratio of their average kinetic energy per molecule respectively will be:

  1. 3 : 2
  2. 9 : 4
  3. 2 : 3
  4. 1 : 1

Answer: (d)

Solution

Average K.E./molecule $= \frac{f}{2}kT$. So, $\frac{K_{\mathrm{Ar}}}{K_{\mathrm{O}_2}} = \frac{\frac{3}{2}kT}{\frac{5}{2}kT} = \frac{3}{5}$.

Question 38

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Single correct

The charge on capacitor of capacitance 15$\mu$ F in the figure given below is :

  1. 60$\mu$ c
  2. 130$\mu$ c
  3. 260$\mu$ c
  4. 585$\mu$ c

Answer: (a)

Solution

The capacitors are in series, so the equivalent capacitance is calculated as follows: $$\frac{1}{C_{eq}} = \frac{1}{10} + \frac{1}{15} + \frac{1}{20} = \frac{12 + 8 + 6}{120} = \frac{26}{120}$$ Thus, the equivalent capacitance is: $$C_{eq} = \frac{60}{13} \, \mu\mathrm{F}$$ The charge on each capacitor is the same because they are in series. Therefore, the charge is: $$Q = \frac{13 \times 60}{13} = 60 \, \mu\mathrm{C}$$

Question 39

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Single correct

A parallel plate capacitor with plate area A and plate separation $d = 2 \, \mathrm{m}$ has a capacitance of $4 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$. The new capacitance of the system if half of the space between them is filled with a dielectric material of dielectric constant $K = 3$ (as shown in figure) will be:

  1. $2 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$
  2. $32 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$
  3. $6 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$
  4. $8 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

The original capacitance is given by $C_{original} = \frac{A \varepsilon_0}{d}$. The system is divided into two capacitors $C_1$ and $C_2$ in series. For $C_1$, we have: $$C_1 = \frac{A \varepsilon_0}{d/2} = \frac{2A \varepsilon_0}{d} = C.$$ For $C_2$, we have: $$C_2 = \frac{KA \varepsilon_0}{d/2} = \frac{2KA \varepsilon_0}{d} = \frac{6A \varepsilon_0}{d} = 3C.$$ Since $C_1$ and $C_2$ are in series, the new capacitance $C_{new}$ is given by: $$C_{new} = \frac{C_1 C_2}{C_1 + C_2} = \frac{C \times 3C}{C + 3C} = \frac{3C}{4}.$$ Substituting the values, we get: $$C_{new} = \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{2A \varepsilon_0}{d} = \frac{3}{2} \times \frac{A \varepsilon_0}{d}.$$ Therefore, $C_{new} = \frac{3}{2} C_{original}$. Finally, we have: $$\frac{3}{2} \times 4 = 6 \mu F.$$

Question 40

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

Sixty four conducting drops each of radius 0.02 m and each carrying a charge of 5 $\mu$ C are combined to form a bigger drop. The ratio of surface density of bigger drop to the smaller drop will be :

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Let $R$ be the radius of the combined drop and $r$ be the radius of the smaller drop. The volume will remain the same: $$\frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 = 64 \times \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$$ Therefore, $R = 4r$. Let $Q = 64q$ where $q$ is the charge of the smaller drop and $Q$ is the charge of the combined drop. The ratio of surface charge densities is given by: $$\frac{\sigma_{bigger}}{\sigma_{smaller}} = \frac{\frac{Q}{4\pi R^2}}{\frac{q}{4\pi r^2}} = \frac{Q}{q} \cdot \frac{r^2}{R^2}$$ Substituting the values, we get: $$= 64 \cdot \frac{r^2}{16r^2} = 4$$ Thus, $$\frac{\sigma_{bigger}}{\sigma_{smaller}} = \frac{4}{1}$$

Question 41

Physics · Current Electricity · Single correct

The equivalent resistance between points A and B in the given network is:

  1. 65$\Omega$
  2. 20$\Omega$
  3. 5$\Omega$
  4. 2$\Omega$

Answer: (c)

Solution

The circuit is simplified step by step. Initially, the circuit is rearranged to show symmetry. The resistors are combined in series and parallel as follows. The equivalent resistance between points A and B is calculated to be $R_{AB} = 5\,\Omega$.

Question 42

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

A bar magnet having a magnetic moment of $2.0 \times 10^5 \, \mathrm{JT}^{-1}$, is placed along the direction of uniform magnetic field of magnitude $B = 14 \times 10^{-5} \, \mathrm{T}$. The work done in rotating the magnet slowly through $60^\circ$ from the direction of field is:

  1. 14 J
  2. 8.4 J
  3. 4 J
  4. 1.4 J

Answer: (a)

Solution

Work done = MB ($\cos$ $\theta$_1 - $\cos$ $\theta$_2) $\theta_1 = 0^\circ, \theta_2 = 60^\circ$ $$= 2 \times 10^5 \times 14 \times 10^{-5} (1 - 1/2)$$ $$= 14 \, \mathrm{J}$$

Question 43

Physics · Electromagnetic Induction · Single correct

Two coils of self inductance $L_1$ and $L_2$ are connected in series combination having mutual inductance of the coils as $M$. The equivalent self inductance of the combination will be:

  1. $\frac{1}{L_1} + \frac{1}{L_2} + \frac{1}{M}$
  2. $L_1 + L_2 + M$
  3. $L_1 + L_2 + 2M$
  4. $L_1 + L_2 - 2M$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Current on both the inductor is in opposite direction. Hence: $$L_{eq} = L_1 + L_2 - 2M$$

Question 44

Physics · Electromagnetic Induction · Single correct

A metallic conductor of length 1m rotates in a vertical plane parallel to east-west direction about one of its end with angular velocity 5 $\mathrm{rad/s}$. If the horizontal component of earth's magnetic field is 0.2 $\times$ 10^{-4} $\mathrm{T}$, then emf induced between the two ends of the conductor is :

  1. 5$\mu$$\mathrm{V}$
  2. 50$\mu$$\mathrm{V}$
  3. 5$\mathrm{mV}$
  4. 50$\mathrm{mV}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

emf induced between the two ends is given by $$\frac{B_H \omega l^2}{2}$$. Substituting the values: $$\frac{0.2 \times 10^{-4} \times 5 \times 1}{2} = 0.5 \times 10^{-4} = 50 \times 10^{-6} \, \mathrm{V} = 50 \, \mu \mathrm{V}$$

Question 45

Physics · Electromagnetic Waves · Single correct

Which is the correct ascending order of wavelengths?

  1. $\lambda_{visible} < \lambda_{X-ray} < \lambda_{gamma-ray} < \lambda_{microwave}$
  2. $\lambda_{gamma-ray} < \lambda_{X-ray} < \lambda_{visible} < \lambda_{microwave}$
  3. $\lambda_{X-ray} < \lambda_{gamma-ray} < \lambda_{visible} < \lambda_{microwave}$
  4. $\lambda_{microwave} < \lambda_{visible} < \lambda_{gamma-ray} < \lambda_{X-ray}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

From electromagnetic wave spectrum. As $\lambda$ increases, $$\lambda_{gamma-ray} < \lambda_{X-ray} < \lambda_{ultraviolet} < \lambda_{visible} < \lambda_{infrared} < \lambda_{microwave} < \lambda_{radio wave}.$$

Question 46

Physics · Waves · Single correct

For a specific wavelength 670 nm of light coming from a galaxy moving with velocity $v$, the observed wavelength is 670.7 nm. The value of $v$ is :

  1. $3 \times 10^8 \, \mathrm{ms}^{-1}$
  2. $3 \times 10^{10} \, \mathrm{ms}^{-1}$
  3. $3.13 \times 10^5 \, \mathrm{ms}^{-1}$
  4. $4.48 \times 10^5 \, \mathrm{ms}^{-1}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\lambda_{emitted} = 670 \, \mathrm{nm}$ and $\lambda_{obs} = 670.7 \, \mathrm{nm}$. We need to find $v$. The speed of light $c = 3 \times 10^8 \, \mathrm{m/s}$. If $v << c$, then $$\frac{\lambda_{obs} - \lambda_{emitted}}{\lambda_{emitted}} = \frac{v}{c}$$ $$\frac{670.7 - 670}{670} = \frac{v}{c}$$ Solving for $v$, we get $$v = 3.13 \times 10^5 \, \mathrm{m/s}$$

Question 47

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

A metal surface is illuminated by a radiation of wavelength 4500 $\mathrm{\AA}$. The ejected photo-electron enters a constant magnetic field of 2 $\mathrm{mT}$ making an angle of $90^\circ$ with the magnetic field. If it starts revolving in a circular path of radius 2 $\mathrm{mm}$, the work function of the metal is approximately :

  1. $1.36\,\mathrm{eV}$
  2. $1.69\,\mathrm{eV}$
  3. $2.78\,\mathrm{eV}$
  4. $2.23\,\mathrm{eV}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\lambda = 4500 \, \mathrm{\AA}$. $B = 2 \, \mathrm{mT}$, $R = 2 \, \mathrm{mm}$. $R = \frac{\sqrt{2Km}}{qB}$. $$\frac{(qBR)^2}{2m} = K$$ $$\frac{(1.6 \times 10^{-19} \times 2 \times 10^{-3} \times 2 \times 10^{-3})^2}{2 \times 9.1 \times 10^{-31}} = K$$ $$\frac{(6.4)^2}{2 \times 9.1} \times \frac{10^{-50}}{10^{-31}} = K$$ $$K = 2.25 \times 10^{-19} \, \mathrm{J}$$ $$= \frac{2.25 \times 10^{-19}}{1.6 \times 10^{-19}} \, \mathrm{eV} = 1.40 \, \mathrm{eV}$$ $$E = \frac{12400}{4500} = 2.76 \, \mathrm{eV}$$ $$\phi = E - K = (2.76 - 1.40) \, \mathrm{eV} = 1.36 \, \mathrm{eV}$$

Question 48

Physics · Nuclei · Single correct

A radioactive nucleus can decay by two different processes. Half-life for the first process is 3.0 hours while it is 4.5 hours for the second process. The effective half-life of the nucleus will be:

  1. 3.75 hours
  2. 0.56 hours
  3. 0.26 hours
  4. 1.80 hours

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\lambda_{eq} = \lambda_1 + \lambda_2$. $$\frac{\ln 2}{(t_{1/2})_{eq}} = \frac{\ln 2}{(t_{1/2})_1} + \frac{\ln 2}{(t_{1/2})_2}$$ $$\left(t_{1/2}\right)_{eq} = \frac{(t_{1/2})_1 \times (t_{1/2})_2}{(t_{1/2})_1 + (t_{1/2})_2}$$ $$= \frac{3 \times 4.5}{3 + 4.5} = \frac{3 \times 4.5}{7.5} = \frac{3 \times 3}{5} = 1.8 \, hr$$

Question 49

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

The positive feedback is required by an amplifier to act an oscillator. The feedback here means:

  1. External input is necessary to sustain ac signal in output.
  2. A portion of the output power is returned back to the input.
  3. Feedback can be achieved by LR network.
  4. The base-collector junction must be forward biased.

Answer: (b)

Solution

When the amplifier connects with positive feedback, it acts as the oscillator. The feedback here is positive feedback which means some amount of voltage is given to the input.

Question 50

Physics · Communication Systems · Single correct

A sinusoidal wave $y(t) = 40 \sin(10 \times 10^6 \pi t)$ is amplitude modulated by another sinusoidal wave $x(t) = 20 \sin(1000 \pi t)$. The amplitude of minimum frequency component of modulated signal is:

  1. 0.5
  2. 0.25
  3. 20
  4. 10

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $$y(t) = 40 \sin (10 \times 10^6 \pi t)$$ $$x(t) = 20 \sin (1000 \pi t)$$ $\($$\Rightarrow$ $\omega$_c = 10^7 $\pi$$\)$ $\($$\omega$_m = 10^3 $\pi$$\)$ $\($A_c = 40$\)$ $\($A_m = 20$\)$ Equation of modulated wave = $\($(A_c + A_m $\sin$ $\omega$_m t) $\sin$ $\omega$_c t$\)$ $$= A_c \left( 1 + \frac{A_m}{A_c} \sin \omega_m t \right) \sin \omega_c t$$ $$= A_c (1 + \mu \sin \omega_m t) \sin \omega_c t, \mu = \frac{A_m}{A_c}$$ $$= A_c \sin \omega_c t + \frac{\mu A_c}{2} \left[ \cos(\omega_c - \omega_m)t - \cos(\omega_c + \omega_m)t \right]$$ Amplitude of minimum frequency = $$\frac{\mu A_c}{2} = \frac{A_m}{A_c} \times \frac{A_c}{2} = \frac{A_m}{2} = 10$$

Question 51

Physics · Motion in a Straight Line · Numerical

A ball is projected vertically upward with an initial velocity of $50 \, \mathrm{ms}^{-1}$ at $t = 0 \, \mathrm{s}$. At $t = 2 \, \mathrm{s}$, another ball is projected vertically upward with same velocity. At $t = \, \mathrm{s}$, second ball will meet the first ball $(g = 10 \, \mathrm{ms}^{-2})$.

Answer: 6

Solution

Let they meet at $t = t$. So first ball gets $t$ sec. And second gets $(t - 2)$ sec. and they will meet at the same height. $$h_1 = 50t - \frac{1}{2}gt^2$$ $$h_2 = 50(t - 2) - \frac{1}{2}g(t - 2)^2$$ $h_1 = h_2$ $$50t - \frac{1}{2}gt^2 = 50(t - 2) - \frac{1}{2}g(t - 2)^2$$ $$100 = \frac{1}{2}g \left[t^2 - (t - 2)^2\right]$$ $$100 = \frac{10}{2} \left[4t - 4\right]$$ $$5 = t - 1$$ $t = 6$ sec.

Question 52

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Numerical

A batsman hits back a ball of mass $0.4 \, \mathrm{kg}$ straight in the direction of the bowler without changing its initial speed of $15 \, \mathrm{ms}^{-1}$. The impulse imparted to the ball is ____________ Ns.

Answer: 12

Solution

Impulse = change in momentum $$= m[v - (-v)] = 2mv$$ $$= 2 \times 0.4 \times 15 = 12 \, \mathrm{Ns}$$

Question 53

Physics · Laws of Motion · Numerical

A system of 10 balls, each of mass 2 kg, are connected via a massless and unstretchable string. The system is allowed to slip over the edge of a smooth table as shown in the figure. The tension in the string between the 7$^{\text{th}}$ and 8$^{\text{th}}$ ball is __________ N when the 6$^{\text{th}}$ ball just leaves the table.

Answer: 36

Solution

The acceleration is given by $a = \frac{6mg}{10m} = \frac{6g}{10} = \frac{3g}{5}$. Taking 8, 9, 10 together, we have $T = 3 \times ma = 3m \times \frac{3g}{5} = 36 \, \mathrm{N}$.

Question 54

Physics · Thermal Properties of Matter · Fill in the blank

A geyser heats water flowing at a rate of 2.0 kg per minute from $30^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$ to $70^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$. If geyser operates on a gas burner, the rate of combustion of fuel will be ________ g min$^{-1}$ [Heat of combustion = $8 \times 10^{3}$ Jg$^{-1}$] Specific heat of water = $4.2$ Jg$^{-1}$ $^{\circ}$C$^{-1}$]

Answer: 42

Solution

Given $m = 2000 \, \mathrm{gm/min}$. Heat required by water per minute is $mS\Delta T$. $$= (2000) \times 4.2 \times 40 \, \mathrm{J/min}$$ $$= 336000 \, \mathrm{J/min}$$ The rate of combustion is given by $$\left( \frac{dm}{dt} \right) L = 336000 \, \mathrm{J/min}$$ $$\frac{dm}{dt} = \frac{336000}{8 \times 10^3} \, \mathrm{g/min}$$ $$= 42 \, \mathrm{gm/min}$$

Question 55

Physics · Thermodynamics · Numerical

A heat engine operates with the cold reservoir at temperature $324 K$. The minimum temperature of the hot reservoir, if the heat engine takes $300 J$ heat from the hot reservoir and delivers $180 J$ heat to the cold reservoir per cycle, is _______ K.

Answer: 540

Solution

Question 56

Physics · Waves · Fill in the blank

A set of 20 tuning forks is arranged in a series of increasing frequencies. If each fork gives 4 beats with respect to the preceding fork and the frequency of the last fork is twice the frequency of the first, then the frequency of last fork is _____ Hz.

Answer: 152

Solution

Given $f_1 = f$. $f_2 = f + 4$ $f_3 = f + 2 \times 4$ $f_4 = f + 3 \times 4$ $f_{20} = f + 19 \times 4$ $f + (19 \times 4) = 2 \times f$ $f = 76 \, \mathrm{Hz}$. Frequency of last tuning forks $= 2f$ $= 152 \, \mathrm{Hz}$

Question 57

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Numerical

Two 10 cm long, straight wires, each carrying a current of 5A are kept parallel to each other. If each wire experienced a force of $10^{-5} \, \mathrm{N}$, then separation between the wires is ________ cm.

Answer: 5

Solution

It should be mentioned, 10 cm wire is part of long wire. Force experienced by unit length of wire $$= \frac{\mu_0 I_1 I_2}{2 \pi d}, \ I_1 = I_2 = 5 \, \mathrm{A}$$ Force experienced by wires of length 10 cm $$= \frac{\mu_0 I_1 I_2}{2 \pi d} \times 10 \times 10^{-2}$$ $$10^{-5} = \frac{2 \times 10^{-7} \times 5 \times 5}{d} \times 10 \times 10^{-2}$$ $$d = 50 \times 10^{-3} \, \mathrm{m}$$ $$d = 50 \times 10^{-1} \, \mathrm{cm} = 5 \, \mathrm{cm}.$$

Question 58

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Numerical

A small bulb is placed at the bottom of a tank containing water to a depth of $\sqrt{7} \, \mathrm{m}$. The refractive index of water is $\frac{4}{3}$. The area of the surface of water through which light from the bulb can emerge out is $x \pi \, \mathrm{m}^2$. The value of $x$ is _______.

Answer: 9

Solution

Given $h = \sqrt{7} \, \mathrm{m}$ and $\mu = \frac{4}{3}$. The critical angle $C$ is given by: $$\tan C = \frac{r}{h}$$ Therefore, $r = h \tan C$. Since $\sin C = \frac{1}{\mu} = \frac{3}{4}$, we have: $$\tan C = \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}}$$ Substituting back, we find: $$r = \sqrt{7} \times \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} = 3$$ The area of the surface is $\pi r^2 = 9 \pi \, \mathrm{m}^2$.

Question 59

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Fill in the blank

A travelling microscope is used to determine the refractive index of a glass slab. If $40$ divisions are present in $1\,\mathrm{cm}$ on the main scale and $50$ Vernier scale divisions are equal to $49$ main scale divisions, then the least count of the travelling microscope is $\underline{\hspace{1cm}}\times10^{-6}\,\mathrm{m}$.

Answer: 5

Solution

$50$ VSD $=49$ MSD $\Rightarrow 1\ \mathrm{VSD}=\dfrac{49}{50}\ \mathrm{MSD}$ Least count $=1\ \mathrm{MSD}-1\ \mathrm{VSD}$ $=\left(1-\dfrac{49}{50}\right)\mathrm{MSD}$ $=\dfrac{1}{50}\,\mathrm{MSD}$ $1\ \mathrm{MSD}=\dfrac{1}{40}\,\mathrm{cm}$ Least count $=\dfrac{1}{50\times40}\,\mathrm{cm}$ $=\dfrac{1}{2000}\,\mathrm{cm}$ $=\dfrac{1}{2}\times10^{-5}\,\mathrm{m}$ $=0.5\times10^{-5}\,\mathrm{m}$ $=5\times10^{-6}\,\mathrm{m}$

Question 60

Physics · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter · Numerical

The stopping potential for photoelectrons emitted from a surface illuminated by light of wavelength 6630 Å is 0.42 V. If the threshold frequency is $x \times 10^{13}/s$, where $x$ is _______ (nearest integer). (Given, speed light = $3 \times 10^{8} m/s$, Planck’s constant = $6.63 \times 10^{-34} Js$)

Answer: 35

Solution

Stopping potential $V_0 = 0.42 \, \mathrm{V}$ $\lambda = 6630 \, \mathrm{\AA}$ $E = \phi + eV_0$ $E$: energy of incident photon $V_0$: Stopping potential $\phi = E - eV_0$ $$E = \frac{12400}{6630} \, \mathrm{eV} = 1.87 \, \mathrm{eV}$$ $$\phi = (1.87 - 0.42) = 1.45 \, \mathrm{eV}$$ $\phi = h\nu_0$; $\nu_0$: threshold frequency $$1.45 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-19} = 6.63 \times 10^{-34} \times \nu_0$$ $$\nu_0 = 0.35 \times 10^{15}$$ $$= 35 \times 10^{13} \, \mathrm{sec^{-1}}$$ $$= 35$$

Chemistry

Question 61

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Single correct

The number of radial and angular nodes in 4d orbital are, respectively

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Radial node = n - l - 1 = 4 - 2 - 1 = 1. Angular node (l) = 2.

Question 62

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Single correct

Match List I with List II. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below: \begin{tabular}{|c|l|c|l|} \hline \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{\textbf{List I}} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{\textbf{List II}} \\ \cline{1-4} \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{\textbf{Enzyme}} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{\textbf{Conversion of}} \\ \hline A. & Invertase & I. & Starch into maltose \\ \hline B. & Zymase & II. & Maltose into glucose \\ \hline C. & Diastase & III. & Glucose into ethanol \\ \hline D. & Maltase & IV. & Cane sugar into glucose \\ \hline \end{tabular}

  1. A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
  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: (c)

Solution

Invertase: Cane sugar $\rightarrow$ Glucose and fructose Zymase: Glucose $\rightarrow$ Ethanol and $\mathrm{CO_2}$ Diastase: Starch $\rightarrow$ Maltose Maltase: Maltose $\rightarrow$ Glucose

Question 63

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

Which of the following elements in considered as a metalloid?

  1. Sc
  2. Pb
  3. Bi
  4. Te

Answer: (d)

Solution

Te (Metalloid) refer NCERT (Page No. 83)

Question 64

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

The role of depressants in Troth Floation method* is to

  1. selectively prevent one component of the ore from coming to the froth.
  2. reduce the consumption of oil for froth formation.
  3. stabilize the froth.
  4. enhance non-wettability of the mineral particles.

Answer: (a)

Solution

Metals are discussed in NCERT (Page No. 154).

Question 65

Chemistry · Hydrogen · Single correct

Boiling of hard water is helpful in removing the temporary hardness by converting calcium hydrogen carbonate and magnesium hydrogen carbonate to

  1. $CaCO_3$ and $Mg(OH)_2$
  2. $CaCO_3$ and $M_2CO_3$
  3. $Ca(OH)_2$ and $MgCO_3$
  4. $Ca(OH)_2$ and $Mg(OH)_2$

Answer: (a)

Solution

$Mg(HCO_3)_2 \xrightarrow{\mathrm{Boil}} Mg(OH)_2+2CO_2\uparrow$ $Ca(HCO_3)_2 \xrightarrow{\mathrm{Boil}} CaCO_3+H_2O+CO_2\uparrow$

Question 66

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

s-block element which cannot be qualitatively confirmed by the flame test is

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

Answer: (d)

Solution

Refer NCERT (Page No. 300)

Question 67

Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Single correct

The oxide which contains an odd electron at the nitrogen atom is

  1. $\mathrm{N_2O}$
  2. $\mathrm{NO_2}$
  3. $\mathrm{N_2O_3}$
  4. $\mathrm{N_2O_5}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

NO_2 $\rightarrow$ 7 + 2 $\times$ 8 = 23 electron (odd)

Question 68

Chemistry · Redox Reactions · Single correct

Which one of the following is an example of disproportionation reaction?

  1. $3\mathrm{MnO}_4^{2-} + 4\mathrm{H}^+ \rightarrow 2\mathrm{MnO}_4^- + \mathrm{MnO}_2 + 2\mathrm{H}_2\mathrm{O}$
  2. $\mathrm{MnO}_4^{2-} + 4\mathrm{H}^+ + 4\mathrm{e}^- \rightarrow \mathrm{MnO}_2 + 2\mathrm{H}_2\mathrm{O}$
  3. $10\mathrm{I}^- + 2\mathrm{MnO}_4^- + 16\mathrm{H}^+ \rightarrow 2\mathrm{Mn}^{2+} + 8\mathrm{H}_2\mathrm{O} + 5\mathrm{I}_2$
  4. $8\mathrm{MnO}_4^- + 3\mathrm{S}_2\mathrm{O}_3^{2-} + \mathrm{H}_2\mathrm{O} \rightarrow 8\mathrm{MnO}_2 + 6\mathrm{SO}_4^{2-} + 2\mathrm{OH}^-$

Answer: (a)

Solution

3MnO_4^{2-} + 4H^+ $\rightarrow$ 2MnO_4^- + MnO_2 + 2H_2O +6 +7 +4 So, it is disproportionation reaction.

Question 69

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

The most common oxidation state of Lanthanoid elements is +3. Which of the following is likely to deviate easily from +3 oxidation state?

  1. Ce (At. No. 58)
  2. La (At. No. 57)
  3. Lu (At. No. 71)
  4. Gd (At. No. 64)

Answer: (a)

Solution

Ce $= [\mathrm{Xe}] \, 4f^1 \, 5d^1 \, 6s^2$ $\mathrm{Ce^{3+}} = [\mathrm{Xe}] \, 4f^1 \, 5d^0$ $\mathrm{Ce^{4+}} = [\mathrm{Xe}] \, 4f^0 \, 5d^0$ (Noble gas configuration)

Question 70

Chemistry · Chemistry in Everyday Life · Single correct

The measured BOD values for four different water samples (A-D) are as follows: A = 3 ppm: B=18 ppm: C=21 ppm: D=4 ppm. The water samples which can be called as highly polluted with organic wastes, are

  1. A and B
  2. A and D
  3. B and C
  4. B and D

Answer: (c)

Solution

BOD for clean water $< 5 \, ppm$

Question 71

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

The correct order of nucleophilicity is

  1. $\mathrm{F}^- > \mathrm{OH}^-$
  2. $\mathrm{H}_2\mathrm{O} > \mathrm{OH}^-$
  3. $\mathrm{ROH} > \mathrm{RO}^-$
  4. $\mathrm{NH}_2^- > \mathrm{NH}_3$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Nucleophilicity is proportional to electron density on donor atom and proportional to the size of donor atom (in gas). It is also proportional to $\($ $\frac{1}{EN of atom}$ $\)$ (for period).

Question 72

Chemistry · Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers · Single correct

Oxidation of toluene to Benzaldehyde can be easily carried out with which of the following reagents?

  1. CrO_3/\text{acetic acid}, H_3O^+
  2. CrO_3/\text{acetic anhydride}, H_3O^+
  3. KMnO_4/\text{HCl}, H_3O^+
  4. CO/HCl, \text{anhydrous} AlCl_3

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction involves the oxidation of toluene using $\mathrm{CrO_3}$ and acetic anhydride to form an intermediate. This intermediate undergoes hydrolysis in the presence of $\mathrm{H_2O}$ and $\mathrm{H^+}$ to yield the final product, $1$-$\mathrm{CH_3COOH}$, along with $2 \ \mathrm{CH_3COOH}$.

Question 73

Chemistry · Haloalkanes and Haloarenes · Single correct

The major product in the following reaction

Answer: (a)

Solution

Question 74

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

Halogenation of which one of the following will yield m-substituted product with respect to methyl group as a major product?

Answer: (c)

Solution

Electrophile will attack at ortho and para position with respect to better electron releasing group (ERG). ERG: $-\mathrm{OH} > -\mathrm{CH_3}$. Para position with respect to $-\mathrm{OH}$ (+R) group and it will be meta position with respect to $-\mathrm{CH_3}$ group.

Question 75

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The reagent, from the following, which converts benzoic acid to benzaldehyde in one step is

  1. LiAlH_4
  2. KMnO_4
  3. MnO
  4. NaBH_4

Answer: (c)

Solution

Question 76

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The final product of 'A' in the following reaction sequence

Answer: (a)

Solution

Question 77

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Which statement is NOT correct for p-toluenesulphonyl chloride?

  1. It is known as Hinsberg’s reagent.
  2. It is used to distinguish primary and secondary amines.
  3. On treatment with secondary amine, it leads to a product, that is soluble in alkali.
  4. It doesn’t react with tertiary amines.

Answer: (c)

Solution

Hinsberg's reagent reacts with primary amines to form a product that is soluble in alkali. With secondary amines, the product is insoluble in alkali. Tertiary amines do not react with Hinsberg's reagent.

Question 78

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

The final product 'C' is the following series series of reactions

Answer: (c)

Solution

Question 79

Chemistry · Chemistry in Everyday Life · Single correct

Which of the following is NOT an example of synthetic detergent?

Answer: (b)

Solution

Refer NCERT (Page No. 452)

Question 80

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Single correct

Which one of the following is a water soluble vitamin, that is not excreted easily?

  1. Vitamin $B_2$
  2. Vitamin $B_1$
  3. Vitamin $B_6$
  4. Vitamin $B_{12}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Refer NCERT (Page No. 426)

Question 81

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Numerical

CNG is an important transportation fuel. When 100 g CNG is mixed with 208 oxygen in vehicles, it leads to the formation of $CO_2$ and $H_2O$ and produces large quantity of heat during this combustion, then the amount of carbon dioxide, produced in grams is _______. [nearest integer] [Assume CNG to be methane]

Answer: 143

Solution

Given the reaction: $\mathrm{CH_4} + 2\mathrm{O_2} \rightarrow \mathrm{CO_2} + 2\mathrm{H_2O}$. Calculate the moles: $$\frac{100}{16} = 6.25$$ $$\frac{208}{32} = 6.5$$ Mole to stoichiometric coefficient ratio: $$\frac{Mole}{Stoi. Coeff.} = \frac{6.25}{1} \frac{6.5}{2} = 3.25$$ So, $\mathrm{O_2}$ is the limiting reagent. Mole-Mole analysis: $$\frac{n_{\mathrm{O_2}}}{2} = \frac{n_{\mathrm{CO_2}}}{1}$$ $$\frac{6.5}{2} = n_{\mathrm{CO_2}}$$ Mass of $\mathrm{CO_2}$: $$\frac{6.5}{2} \times 44 = 143 \, \mathrm{gm}$$

Question 82

Chemistry · The Solid State · Numerical

In a solid AB, A atoms are in ccp arrangement and B atoms occupy all the octahedral sites. If two atoms from the opposite faces are removed, then the resultant stoichiometry of the compound is $A_xB_y$. The value of $x$ is ______. [nearest integer]

Answer: 3

Solution

$A \rightarrow 4 - \left(2 \times \dfrac{1}{2}\right) = 3$ $B \rightarrow 12 \times \dfrac{1}{4} + 1 \times 1 = 4$ So, Compound is $\mathrm{A_3B_4}$ The value of $x$ is $3$.

Question 83

Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Numerical

Amongst $SF_4$, $XeF_4$, $CF_4$ and $H_2O$, the number of species with two lone pairs of electrons _______.

Answer: 3

Solution

Number of lone pair on central atom for $\mathrm{H_2O}$ and $\mathrm{XeF_4}$ is equal to 2.

Question 84

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Numerical

A fish swimming in water body when taken out from the water body is covered with a film of water of weight 36 $\mathrm{g}$. When it is subjected to cooking at $100^\circ$ $\mathrm{C}$, then the internal energy for vaporization in $\mathrm{kJ}$ $\mathrm{mol}^{-1}$ is . $[nearest integer] [Assume steam to be an ideal gas. Given $A_{\mathrm{vap}}H^\circ$ for water at 373 $\mathrm{K}$ and 1 $\mathrm{bar}$ is 41.1 $\mathrm{kJ}$ $\mathrm{mol}^{-1}$ ; R = 8.31 $\mathrm{J}$ $\mathrm{K}^{-1}$ $\mathrm{mol}^{-1}$]

Answer: 38

Solution

The reaction is $\mathrm{H_2O (l) \rightarrow H_2O (g)}$. The number of moles $n$ is calculated as $n = \frac{36}{18} = 2 \, \mathrm{mol}$. The change in internal energy $\Delta U$ is given by $\Delta U = \Delta H - \Delta n_g \, RT$. Substituting the values, we have $$\Delta U = 41.1 - \frac{1 \times 8.31 \times 373}{1000} \, \mathrm{kJ/mol}$$ which simplifies to $$\Delta U = 38 \, \mathrm{kJ/mol}$$

Question 85

Chemistry · Solutions · Numerical

The osmotic pressure exerted by a solution prepared by dissolving 2.0 g of protein of molar mass 60 $\mathrm{kg} \mathrm{mol}^{-1}$ in 200 $\mathrm{mL}$ of water at $27^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$ is _______ Pa. [integer value] (use $\mathrm{R} = 0.083 \mathrm{L} \mathrm{bar} \mathrm{mol}^{-1} \mathrm{K}^{-1}$)

Answer: 415

Solution

Given $\pi = iCRT$. $$= \frac{1 \times 2}{60000 \times 0.2} \times 0.083 \times 300$$ $$= 0.00415 \, bar (\because \, 1 \, bar = 10^5 \, Pa)$$ So, $0.00415 \times 10^5 \, Pa = 415 \, Pa$

Question 86

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Numerical

$40^\circ$ of HI undergoes decomposition to $H_2$ and $I_2$ at 300 K. $\Delta$ $G^\circ$ for this decomposition reaction at one atmosphere pressure is ____ J $mol^{-1}$. [nearest integer] (Use R = 8.31 J $K^{-1}$ $mol^{-1}$; $\log$ 2 = 0.3010. $\ln$ 10 = 2.3, $\log$ 3 = 0.477)}

Answer: 2735

Solution

The reaction is given by: $$ \mathrm{HI} \rightleftharpoons \frac{1}{2} \mathrm{H_2} + \frac{1}{2} \mathrm{I_2} $$ Initial concentration $t_i$ is 1. At equilibrium $t_{eq}$, the concentrations are: $$ 1 - 0.4, \frac{0.4}{2}, \frac{0.4}{2} $$ The equilibrium constant $K_p$ is calculated as: $$ K_p = \frac{(0.2)^{\frac{1}{2}} (0.2)^{\frac{1}{2}}}{1 - 0.4} = \frac{0.2}{0.6} = \frac{1}{3} $$ The change in Gibbs free energy is given by: $$ \Delta G = \Delta G^\circ + RT \ln K = 0 $$ Solving for $\Delta G^\circ$: $$ \Delta G^\circ = -RT \ln K \Rightarrow -8.31 \times 300 \times 2.3 \times \log \left( \frac{1}{3} \right) $$ This results in: $$ = 2735 \, \mathrm{J/mol} $$

Question 87

Chemistry · Electrochemistry · Numerical

$\mathrm{Cu}(s) + \mathrm{Sn}^{2+}(0.001\,\mathrm{M}) \rightarrow \mathrm{Cu}^{2+}(0.01\,\mathrm{M}) + \mathrm{Sn}(s)$. The Gibbs free energy change for the above reaction at $298\,\mathrm{K}$ is $x\times10^{-1}\,\mathrm{kJ\,mol^{-1}}$. The value of $x$ is $\underline{\hspace{1cm}}$ (nearest integer). Given: $E^\circ_{\mathrm{Cu}^{2+}/\mathrm{Cu}}=0.34\,\mathrm{V}$, $E^\circ_{\mathrm{Sn}^{2+}/\mathrm{Sn}}=-0.14\,\mathrm{V}$ and $F=96500\,\mathrm{C\,mol^{-1}}$.

Answer: 983

Solution

Cu(s) + Sn$^{2+}$(0.001 M) $\rightarrow$ Cu$^{2+}$(0.01 M) + Sn(s) $E^\circ_{cell} = E^\circ_{cathode} - E^\circ_{anode}$ $= -0.14 - 0.34$ $= -0.48\ V$ $E_{cell} = E^\circ_{cell} - \frac{0.059}{2}\log\left(\frac{0.01}{0.001}\right)$ $= -0.48 - \frac{0.059}{2}\log(10)$ $= -0.5095\ V$ $\Delta G = -nFE_{cell}$ $= -2 \times 96500 \times (-0.5095)$ $= 98333.5\ J\,mol^{-1}$ $= 98.335\ kJ\,mol^{-1}$ $= 983.35 \times 10^{-1}\ kJ\,mol^{-1}$ Nearest integer $= 983$

Question 88

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Numerical

Catalyst A reduces the activation energy for a reaction by $10\ \mathrm{kJ\ mol^{-1}}$ at $300\ \mathrm{K}$. The ratio of rate constants, $\dfrac{^k T,\text{Catalysed}}{^k T,\text{Uncatalysed}}$ is $e^x$. The value of $x$ is \_\_\_\_\_. [nearest integer] [Assume that the pre-exponential factor is same in both the cases.] Given $R = 8.31\ \mathrm{J\ K^{-1}\ mol^{-1}}$

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $K = Ae^{-\frac{E_a}{RT}}$. $K_{cat} = Ae^{-\frac{E_a}{RT}}$, $K_{uncat.} = Ae^{-\frac{E_a}{RT}}$. $$\frac{K_{cat}}{K_{uncat.}} = e^{\frac{E_a - E_{a1}}{RT}} = e^{\frac{10 \times 1000}{8.31 \times 300}} = e^{4.009} = e^x$$ Therefore, $x = 4$.

Question 89

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Numerical

Reaction of $[\mathrm{Co(H_2O)_6}]^{2+}$ with excess ammonia and in the presence of oxygen results into a diamagnetic product. Number of electrons present in $t_{2g}$-orbitals of the product is .

Answer: 6

Solution

The reaction is given by: $$[\mathrm{Co(H_2O)_6}]^{2+} + \mathrm{NH_3 (excess)} \rightarrow [\mathrm{Co(NH_3)_6}]^{3+} + 6\mathrm{H_2O}$$ The complex is diamagnetic and forms a low spin complex. For $\mathrm{Co^{3+}}$, the electron configuration is $3d^6 \, 4s^0$. This implies $t_{2g}^6 \, e_g^0$. The total number of electrons is 6.

Question 90

Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry · Numerical

The moles of methane required to produce 81 g of water after complete combustion is _____ $\times$ $10^{-2}$ mol. [nearest integer]

Answer: 225

Solution

The reaction is given by $\mathrm{CH_4} + 2\mathrm{O_2} \rightarrow \mathrm{CO_2} + 2\mathrm{H_2O}$. POAC on H atom gives: $$n_{\mathrm{CH_4}} \times 4 = n_{\mathrm{H_2O}} \times 2$$ Calculating $n_{\mathrm{CH_4}}$: $$n_{\mathrm{CH_4}} = \frac{81}{18} \times 2 \times \frac{1}{4} = \frac{81}{36}$$ Thus, $n_{\mathrm{CH_4}} = 2.25$. This is equal to $225 \times 10^{-2}$. The nearest integer is $225$.