AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering Question Paper for May 12 Shift 2 is available for download here. JNTUK on behalf of APSCHE conducted AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering exam on May 12 in Shift 2 from 2 PM to 5 PM. AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering consists of 160 questions for a total of 160 marks to be attempted in 3 hours.

  • AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering is divided into 3 sections- Mathematics with 80 questions and Physics and Chemistry with 40 questions each.
  • Each correct answer carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking for incorrect answer.

AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering Question Paper PDF for May 12 Shift 2

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Question 1:

\([x]\) denotes integral part of \(x\). For \(n\in\mathbb N\), \[ f(x)= \begin{cases} \left\lfloor |x|\left\lfloor\frac1{|x|}\right\rfloor\right\rfloor,&|x|\neq\frac1n
0,&|x|=\frac1n \end{cases} \]
Then for \(|x|\neq \frac1n\), \(f(x)=\)

  • (A) \(0\)
  • (B) \(1\)
  • (C) \(\frac1n\)
  • (D) \(n\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(0\)
View Solution




Step 1: Let
\[ t=|x| \]

and define
\[ k=\left\lfloor\frac1t\right\rfloor \]

Since \(k\) is an integer,
\[ k\le \frac1t


Step 2:

Taking reciprocal,
\[ \frac1{k+1}
Multiplying by \(k\),
\[ \frac{k}{k+1}


Step 3:

Since \(t\neq \frac1n\),
\[ kt<1 \]

Hence
\[ 0
Thus,
\[ \lfloor kt\rfloor=0 \]

Therefore,
\[ f(x)=0 \] Quick Tip: If \(0


Question 2:

If \(f\) satisfies
\[ f(x+y)+f(x-y)=2f(x)f(y) \]

for all \(x,y\in\mathbb R\), then \(f(10)-f(-10)=\)

  • (A) \(3\)
  • (B) \(2\)
  • (C) \(1\)
  • (D) \(0\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(0\)
View Solution




Step 1:

Put \(x=0\),
\[ f(y)+f(-y) = 2f(0)f(y) \]

Now put \(x=0,y=0\),
\[ 2f(0) = 2[f(0)]^2 \]
\[ f(0)=1 \]



Step 2:

Substitute into equation,
\[ f(y)+f(-y) = 2f(y) \]

Hence,
\[ f(-y)=f(y) \]

So \(f(x)\) is an even function.



Step 3:

Therefore,
\[ f(10)-f(-10) = f(10)-f(10) \]
\[ =0 \] Quick Tip: If \(f(-x)=f(x)\), then \(f\) is even.


Question 3:

\(1\cdot5+2\cdot8+3\cdot11+\cdots\) to \(n\) terms

  • (A) \(\frac{n(n+1)(2n+3)}2\)
  • (B) \(\frac{n(n+1)(2n+1)}2\)
  • (C) \(\frac{n(n+1)(n+2)}3\)
  • (D) \(\frac{n(n+1)(n+3)}3\)
Correct Answer: \[ \frac{n(n+1)(2n+3)}2 \]
View Solution




Step 1:

General term,
\[ T_k = k(3k+2) \]
\[ = 3k^2+2k \]



Step 2:
\[ S_n = \sum_{k=1}^{n}(3k^2+2k) \]
\[ = 3\sum k^2 + 2\sum k \]



Step 3:

Using standard formulas,
\[ \sum k = \frac{n(n+1)}2 \]
\[ \sum k^2 = \frac{n(n+1)(2n+1)}6 \]



Step 4:

Substitute:
\[ S_n = \frac{n(n+1)(2n+3)}2 \] Quick Tip: First derive the general term before summing.


Question 4:

If \[ A= \begin{bmatrix} a^2&ab&ac
ab&b^2&bc
ac&bc&c^2 \end{bmatrix} \]
and \[ a^2+b^2+c^2=1 \]
then \(A^2=\)

  • (A) \(A\)
    (B) \(2A\)
    (C) \(3A\)
    (D) \(4A\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(A\)
View Solution




Step 1:

Write
\[ A = uu^T \]

where
\[ u= \begin{bmatrix} a
b
c \end{bmatrix} \]



Step 2:

Then,
\[ A^2 = (uu^T)(uu^T) \]
\[ = u(u^Tu)u^T \]



Step 3:
\[ u^Tu = a^2+b^2+c^2 = 1 \]

Thus,
\[ A^2 = u(1)u^T = A \] Quick Tip: For rank-1 matrix \(uu^T\), \[ (uu^T)^2=(u^Tu)(uu^T) \]


Question 5:

Evaluate
\[ \begin{vmatrix} -a^2&ab&ac
ab&-b^2&bc
ac&bc&-c^2 \end{vmatrix} \]

  • (A) \(a^2b^2c^2\)
  • (B) \(2a^2b^2c^2\)
  • (C) \(3a^2b^2c^2\)
  • (D) \(4a^2b^2c^2\)
Correct Answer: \[ 4a^2b^2c^2 \]
View Solution




Step 1:

Take \(a,b,c\) common from rows:
\[ D = abc \begin{vmatrix} -a&b&c
a&-b&c
a&b&-c \end{vmatrix} \]

Now take \(a,b,c\) common from columns,
\[ D = a^2b^2c^2 \begin{vmatrix} -1&1&1
1&-1&1
1&1&-1 \end{vmatrix} \]



Step 2:

Evaluate determinant,
\[ = 4 \]

Hence,
\[ D = 4a^2b^2c^2 \] Quick Tip: Always factor common terms from rows and columns before expanding determinants.


Question 6:

If the system \(x-ky-z=0,\;kx-y-z=0,\;x+y-z=0\) has a non-trivial solution, then possible values of \(k\) are

  • (A) \(-1,2\)
  • (B) \(1,2\)
  • (C) \(1,-2\)
  • (D) \(-1,1\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(-1,1\)
View Solution

N/A Quick Tip: For homogeneous equations, non-trivial solutions exist only when determinant of coefficient matrix is zero.


Question 7:

If \(x=\omega^2-\omega-3\), where \(\omega\) is a non-real cube root of unity, then find
\[ x^4+6x^3+10x^2-12x-19 \]

  • (A) \(-19\)
  • (B) \(5\)
  • (C) \(12\)
  • (D) \(-14\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(5\)
View Solution

N/A Quick Tip: Whenever higher powers appear, reduce them using the minimal polynomial.


Question 8:

If
\[ z_1=\sqrt3+i\sqrt3 \]

and
\[ z_2=\sqrt3+i \]

then determine the quadrant of
\[ \left(\frac{z_1}{z_2}\right)^{50} \]

Correct Answer: (A) First Quadrant
View Solution

N/A Quick Tip: Reduce angle modulo \(2\pi\) to determine quadrant.


Question 9:

Evaluate
\[ \left[ \frac{\sin\frac{2\pi}{9} +i\cos\frac{2\pi}{9}+1} {\sin\frac{2\pi}{9} -i\cos\frac{2\pi}{9}+1} \right]^3 \]

Correct Answer: \[ -\frac12(1-i\sqrt3) \]
View Solution

N/A Quick Tip: Use Euler form: \(e^{i\theta}=\cos\theta+i\sin\theta\).


Question 10:

10.
Find number of integral values of \(m\) such that
\[ (1+2m)x^2-2(1+3m)x+4(1+m)>0 \]

for all real \(x\).

Correct Answer: \(7\)
View Solution

N/A Quick Tip: For always positive quadratic: \(a>0\) and discriminant \(<0\).


Question 11:

11.
The values of \(x\) satisfying both \(x^2-1\le0\) and \(x^2-x-2\ge0\) lie in:

  • (A) \(x\in[-1,1]\)
  • (B) \(x\in(-\infty,-1]\cup[2,\infty)\)
  • (C) \(x=-1\)
  • (D) \(x\in[-1,2]\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(x=-1\)
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N/A Quick Tip: For multiple inequalities, solve each separately and take intersection of solution sets.


Question 12:

12.
If \(\alpha,\beta,\gamma\) are roots of \(x^3+2x^2-x-2=0\), then find \(\alpha^6+\beta^6+\gamma^6\).

  • (A) \(3\)
  • (B) \(129\)
  • (C) \(66\)
  • (D) \(192\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(66\)
View Solution

N/A Quick Tip: Always try factorization before applying identities or Newton sums.


Question 13:

13.
If \(\alpha,\beta,\gamma\) are roots of \(3x^3-26x^2+52x-24=0\) in GP with \(\alpha<\beta<\gamma\), then find \(3\alpha+2\beta+\gamma\).

  • (A) \(\frac{68}{3}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{56}{3}\)
  • (C) \(\sqrt{12}\)
  • (D) \(12\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(12\)
View Solution

N/A Quick Tip: For roots in GP use: \[ \frac ar,\;a,\;ar \] This reduces cubic-root problems into simple equations.


Question 14:

14.
If all possible 6-digit numbers are formed by using all the digits 1,3,5,6,7,9 without repetition, then the number of numbers greater than \(300000\) and divisible by \(4\) is

  • (A) \(5\times4!\)
  • (B) \(5!\times4!\)
  • (C) \(13\times3!\)
  • (D) \(4\times4!\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(13\times3!\)
View Solution

N/A Quick Tip: For divisibility by \(4\), check only the last two digits. Then apply first-digit restrictions separately.


Question 15:

15.
Among all arrangements of the letters of the word ARRANGE, the number of arrangements in which either two A's or two R's do not occur together is

  • (A) 460
  • (B) 520
  • (C) 580
  • (D) 660
Correct Answer: (D) 660
View Solution

N/A Quick Tip: Repeated-letter arrangement problems usually become easier by treating repeated letters as blocks.


Question 16:

16.
A candidate must answer 7 out of 12 questions divided into two parts of 6 each. He cannot answer more than 5 from each part. Number of ways to choose 7 questions.

  • (A) 820
  • (B) 780
  • (C) 720
  • (D) 640
Correct Answer: (B) 780
View Solution




Step 1: Total ways without restriction

The candidate chooses 7 questions from 12:
\[ ^{12}C_7=792 \]

Step 2: Find invalid selections

He cannot select more than 5 questions from any part.

Invalid case:

Selecting 6 questions from Part I and 1 from Part II:
\[ ^{6}C_6\times ^6C_1 \]
\[ =1\times6 \]
\[ =6 \]

Similarly,

Selecting 6 from Part II and 1 from Part I:
\[ 6 \]

Total invalid cases:
\[ 6+6 \]
\[ =12 \]

Step 3: Required number of ways
\[ 792-12 \]
\[ =780 \]

Hence total ways:
\[ \boxed{780} \] Quick Tip: For selection restrictions, first find total possible cases and subtract invalid cases.


Question 17:

17.
Number of integral terms in
\[ \left(5^{1/2}+7^{1/8}\right)^{1024} \]

  • (A) 128
  • (B) 129
  • (C) 130
  • (D) 131
Correct Answer: (B) 129
View Solution




Step 1: Write general term
\[ T_{r+1} = ^{1024}C_r (5^{1/2})^{1024-r} (7^{1/8})^r \]
\[ = ^{1024}C_r 5^{\frac{1024-r}{2}} 7^{\frac r8} \]

Step 2: Condition for integral term

Exponent of 5:
\[ \frac{1024-r}{2} \]

must be integer.

Hence \(r\) must be even.

Exponent of 7:
\[ \frac r8 \]

must be integer.

Hence \(r\) must be multiple of 8.

Therefore,
\[ r=0,8,16,\dots,1024 \]

Step 3: Count terms

Number of values:
\[ \frac{1024}{8}+1 \]
\[ 128+1 \]
\[ =129 \]

Hence number of integral terms:
\[ \boxed{129} \] Quick Tip: For integral terms, exponents of prime factors must become integers.


Question 18:

18.
Number of times digit 5 occurs in numbers from 1 to 1000.

  • (A) 243
  • (B) 297
  • (C) 300
  • (D) 305
Correct Answer: (C) 300
View Solution




Step 1: Count at units place

Digit 5 occurs once in every block of 10 numbers.
\[ \frac{1000}{10} \]
\[ =100 \]

Step 2: Count at tens place

In every block of 100 numbers,

digit 5 appears 10 times.

Hence,
\[ 10\times10 \]
\[ =100 \]

Step 3: Count at hundreds place

Numbers from
\[ 500-599 \]

contain digit 5 at hundreds place.

Total:
\[ 100 \]

Step 4: Total occurrences
\[ 100+100+100 \]
\[ =300 \]

Hence required answer:
\[ \boxed{300} \] Quick Tip: Count occurrences separately for units, tens and hundreds places.


Question 19:

19.
If
\[ \frac{4x}{(x^2-1)^2} = \frac{A_1}{x-1} + \frac{A_2}{(x-1)^2} + \frac{A_3}{x+1} + \frac{A_4}{(x+1)^2} \]

then find
\[ A_1+A_2+A_3+A_4 \]

  • (A) -2
  • (B) 1
  • (C) 0
  • (D) \(\frac32\)
Correct Answer: (C) 0
View Solution




Step 1: Multiply both sides
\[ 4x= A_1(x-1)(x+1)^2 + A_2(x+1)^2 + A_3(x+1)(x-1)^2 + A_4(x-1)^2 \]

Step 2: Put \(x=1\)
\[ 4=4A_2 \]
\[ A_2=1 \]

Put \(x=-1\)
\[ -4=4A_4 \]
\[ A_4=-1 \]

Step 3: Compare highest powers
\[ A_1+A_3=0 \]

Comparing constants:
\[ A_3=A_1 \]

Thus,
\[ A_1=A_3=0 \]

Step 4: Sum
\[ A_1+A_2+A_3+A_4 \]
\[ 0+1+0-1 \]
\[ =0 \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{0} \] Quick Tip: For repeated linear factors, substitute roots first and then compare coefficients.


Question 20:

20.
If
\[ \cos x=\tan y,\quad \cos y=\tan z,\quad \cos z=\tan x \]

then one value of
\[ \sin x \]

is

  • (A) \(2\cos18^\circ\)
  • (B) \(\cos18^\circ\)
  • (C) \(2\sin18^\circ\)
  • (D) \(\sin18^\circ\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(2\sin18^\circ\)
View Solution




Step 1: By symmetry take
\[ x=y=z \]

Then
\[ \cos x=\tan x \]
\[ \cos x = \frac{\sin x}{\cos x} \]
\[ \cos^2x = \sin x \]

Step 2: Use identity
\[ 1-\sin^2x=\sin x \]
\[ \sin^2x+\sin x-1=0 \]

Step 3: Solve quadratic
\[ \sin x = \frac{-1\pm\sqrt5}{2} \]

Taking positive value,
\[ \sin x = \frac{\sqrt5-1}{2} \]

Using
\[ \sin18^\circ = \frac{\sqrt5-1}{4} \]

Hence,
\[ \sin x = 2\sin18^\circ \]
\[ \boxed{2\sin18^\circ} \] Quick Tip: For cyclic symmetric equations, first try taking all variables equal.


Question 21:

21.
\(\cos^3 \theta + \cos^3 (\theta +120^\circ)+\cos^3(\theta-120^\circ)=\)

  • (A) \(\frac{\sqrt3}{2}\cos3\theta\)
  • (B) \(\frac34\sec^3\theta\)
  • (C) \(\frac32\tan^3\theta\)
  • (D) \(\frac34\cos3\theta\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(\frac34\cos3\theta\)
View Solution




Step 1: Apply the cubic identity \[ \cos^3x=\frac{3\cos x+\cos3x}{4} \]

Substituting in the given expression,
\[ =\frac14[3\cos\theta+\cos3\theta] \]
\[ +\frac14[3\cos(\theta+120^\circ)+ \cos(3\theta+360^\circ)] \]
\[ +\frac14[3\cos(\theta-120^\circ)+ \cos(3\theta-360^\circ)] \]

Step 2: Simplify terms

Using
\[ \cos(\theta)+\cos(\theta+120^\circ) +\cos(\theta-120^\circ)=0 \]

Hence first part becomes zero.

Now,
\[ \cos(3\theta+360^\circ) = \cos3\theta \]

and
\[ \cos(3\theta-360^\circ) = \cos3\theta \]

Thus,
\[ =\frac14(3\cos3\theta) \]
\[ =\frac34\cos3\theta \] Quick Tip: Remember: \[ \cos^3x=\frac{3\cos x+\cos3x}{4} \] and three cosine terms separated by \(120^\circ\) sum to zero.


Question 22:

22.
\[ \left(1+\cos\frac{\pi}{8}\right) \left(1+\cos\frac{3\pi}{8}\right) \left(1+\cos\frac{5\pi}{8}\right) \left(1+\cos\frac{7\pi}{8}\right) \]

  • (A) \(\frac12\)
  • (B) \(\frac{\sqrt3}{2}\)
  • (C) \(\frac18\)
  • (D) \(\frac{1+\sqrt2}{\sqrt2}\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(\frac18\)
View Solution




Step 1: Use identity
\[ 1+\cos\theta = 2\cos^2\frac{\theta}{2} \]

Therefore,
\[ P = 16 \left[ \cos\frac{\pi}{16} \cos\frac{3\pi}{16} \cos\frac{5\pi}{16} \cos\frac{7\pi}{16} \right]^2 \]

Step 2: Use standard product identity
\[ \cos\frac{\pi}{16} \cos\frac{3\pi}{16} \cos\frac{5\pi}{16} \cos\frac{7\pi}{16} = \frac{1}{8\sqrt2} \]

Hence,
\[ P = 16 \left( \frac1{8\sqrt2} \right)^2 \]
\[ = 16\times\frac1{128} \]
\[ = \frac18 \] Quick Tip: Convert expressions of type \[ 1+\cos\theta \] into \[ 2\cos^2\frac{\theta}{2} \] before applying product identities.


Question 23:

23.
\[ \sin x-3\sin2x+\sin3x = \cos x-3\cos2x+\cos3x \]

  • (A) \(n\pi+\frac{\pi}{8}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{n\pi}{2}+\frac{\pi}{8}\)
  • (C) \((-1)^n\frac{n\pi}{2}+\frac{\pi}{8}\)
  • (D) \(2n\pi+\cos^{-1}\frac32\)
Correct Answer: (B) \[ \frac{n\pi}{2}+\frac{\pi}{8} \]
View Solution




Step 1: Use sum-to-product formulas
\[ \sin x+\sin3x = 2\sin2x\cos x \]

Hence,
\[ LHS = \sin2x(2\cos x-3) \]

Similarly,
\[ \cos x+\cos3x = 2\cos2x\cos x \]

Thus,
\[ RHS = \cos2x(2\cos x-3) \]

Step 2: Equate
\[ \sin2x(2\cos x-3) = \cos2x(2\cos x-3) \]

Since
\[ 2\cos x-3\neq0 \]

we get
\[ \sin2x=\cos2x \]
\[ \tan2x=1 \]
\[ 2x=n\pi+\frac{\pi}{4} \]
\[ x = \frac{n\pi}{2} + \frac{\pi}{8} \] Quick Tip: First combine \(\sin x+\sin3x\) and \(\cos x+\cos3x\) using sum-to-product identities.


Question 24:

24.

If \[ \sin(\pi\cos\theta) = \cos(\pi\sin\theta) \]
then find \(\sin2\theta\).

  • (A) \(\pm\frac34\)
  • (B) \(\pm\frac12\)
  • (C) \(\pm\frac1{\sqrt3}\)
  • (D) \(\pm\sqrt2\)
Correct Answer: (A) \[ \pm\frac34 \]
View Solution




Step 1: Convert cosine into sine
\[ \cos(\pi\sin\theta) = \sin \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - \pi\sin\theta \right) \]

Thus,
\[ \sin(\pi\cos\theta) = \sin \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - \pi\sin\theta \right) \]

Step 2: Apply
\[ \sin A=\sin B \]

So,
\[ A=B \]

or
\[ A=\pi-B \]

Case 1:
\[ \cos\theta+\sin\theta = \frac12 \]

Squaring,
\[ 1+\sin2\theta = \frac14 \]
\[ \sin2\theta = -\frac34 \]

Case 2:
\[ \cos\theta-\sin\theta = \frac12 \]

Squaring,
\[ 1-\sin2\theta = \frac14 \]
\[ \sin2\theta = \frac34 \]

Hence,
\[ \sin2\theta = \pm\frac34 \] Quick Tip: For \[ \sin A=\sin B \] use: \[ A=B+2n\pi \] or \[ A=\pi-B+2n\pi \]


Question 25:

25.
If \(5\sinh x-\cosh x=5\), then \(\tanh x=\)

  • (A) \(\frac25\)
  • (B) \(\frac35\)
  • (C) \(\frac45\)
  • (D) \(\frac34\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(\frac45\)
View Solution




Step 1: Let
\[ t=\tanh x \]

Using identities,
\[ \sinh x=\frac{t}{\sqrt{1-t^2}} \]
\[ \cosh x=\frac{1}{\sqrt{1-t^2}} \]

Substitute into equation:
\[ 5\left(\frac{t}{\sqrt{1-t^2}}\right) - \frac{1}{\sqrt{1-t^2}} = 5 \]
\[ \frac{5t-1}{\sqrt{1-t^2}} = 5 \]

Step 2: Square both sides
\[ (5t-1)^2 = 25(1-t^2) \]
\[ 25t^2-10t+1 = 25-25t^2 \]
\[ 25t^2-5t-12=0 \]
\[ (5t-8)(5t+3)=0 \]
\[ t=\frac45 \]

Hence,
\[ \tanh x=\frac45 \] Quick Tip: Remember: \[ \sinh x= \frac{\tanh x}{\sqrt{1-\tanh^2x}} \] \[ \cosh x= \frac1{\sqrt{1-\tanh^2x}} \]


Question 26:

26.
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Correct Answer:
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Question 27:

27.
In a triangle, \(s=11,\;b+c=17,\;c+a=15\), then find \(\tan A\)

  • (A) \(\sqrt{66}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{31}{\sqrt{66}}\)
  • (C) \(\frac{6\sqrt{11}}{19}\)
  • (D) \(\frac{6\sqrt{11}}{31}\)
Correct Answer: (D)
View Solution




Step 1: Find sides
\[ a+b+c=22 \]

Given
\[ b+c=17 \]

Hence
\[ a=5 \]

Similarly,
\[ c+a=15 \]
\[ c=10 \]

Thus
\[ b=7 \]

Step 2: Use half-angle formula
\[ \tan\frac A2 = \sqrt{ \frac{(s-b)(s-c)} {s(s-a)} } \]
\[ = \sqrt{ \frac{(11-7)(11-10)} {11(11-5)} } \]
\[ = \frac2{\sqrt{66}} \]

Step 3:
\[ \tan A = \frac{2\tan(A/2)} {1-\tan^2(A/2)} \]
\[ = \frac{6\sqrt{11}}{31} \] Quick Tip: Use \[ \tan\frac A2= \sqrt{ \frac{(s-b)(s-c)} {s(s-a)} } \] for triangle problems.


Question 28:

28.
In \(\triangle ABC\), \(a=4,b=7,c=9\), find
\[ 5r+r_1+2r_2+3r_3 \]

  • (A) \(24\sqrt5\)
  • (B) \(26\sqrt5\)
  • (C) \(30\sqrt5\)
  • (D) \(25\sqrt5\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(26\sqrt5\)
View Solution




Step 1:
\[ s=\frac{4+7+9}{2}=10 \]

Area:
\[ \Delta = \sqrt{10(6)(3)(1)} \]
\[ = 6\sqrt5 \]

Step 2:
\[ r=\frac{\Delta}{s} = \frac{3\sqrt5}{5} \]
\[ r_1=\sqrt5 \]
\[ r_2=2\sqrt5 \]
\[ r_3=6\sqrt5 \]

Step 3:
\[ 5r+r_1+2r_2+3r_3 \]
\[ = 3\sqrt5+\sqrt5+4\sqrt5+18\sqrt5 \]
\[ = 26\sqrt5 \] Quick Tip: Use: \[ r=\frac{\Delta}{s} \] and \[ r_i= \frac{\Delta}{s-a} \]


Question 29:

29.
If \(\alpha=\tan^{-1}\frac32,\; \beta=\tan^{-1}\frac43\),
find \(\cos\gamma\)

Correct Answer: \[ \frac{6\sqrt3}{5\sqrt{13}} \]
View Solution




Step 1:

Direction cosine relation:
\[ \cos^2\alpha + \cos^2\beta + \cos^2\gamma = 1 \]
\[ \cos\alpha = \frac2{\sqrt{13}} \]
\[ \cos\beta = \frac35 \]

Step 2:
\[ \cos^2\gamma = 1 - \frac4{13} - \frac9{25} \]
\[ = \frac{108}{325} \]
\[ \cos\gamma = \frac{6\sqrt3} {5\sqrt{13}} \] Quick Tip: Direction cosines satisfy: \[ l^2+m^2+n^2=1 \]


Question 30:

30.
\( \overrightarrow{OA} = \vec i+4\vec k \)
find \( |\overrightarrow{AP}| \)

Correct Answer: (A) \(0\)
View Solution




Step 1:

Point
\[ A=(1,0,4) \]

Line:
\[ (x,y,z) = (1,0,4) + t(3,1,0) \]
\[ (1+3t,t,4) \]

Step 2:

Plane equation:
\[ -x+5y+z-3=0 \]

Substitute line equation:
\[ -(1+3t)+5t+4-3=0 \]
\[ 2t=0 \]
\[ t=0 \]

Thus
\[ P=A \]

Hence
\[ |\overrightarrow{AP}|=0 \] Quick Tip: For line-plane intersection, substitute parametric line coordinates into the plane equation.


Question 31:

31.
\( \vec a=2\vec i+2\vec j-\vec k, \; \vec b=\vec i-2\vec j+\vec k \).
If \(\vec l\) is the component of \(\vec b\) parallel to \(\vec a\), and \(\vec m\) is the component of \(\vec a\) perpendicular to \(\vec b\),
find \(3\vec l+2\vec m\).

  • (A) \(\vec i-2\vec j+2\vec k\)
  • (B) \(\vec i+3\vec j\)
  • (C) \(3\vec i\)
  • (D) \(-\vec j+2\vec k\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(3\vec i\)
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Step 1: Find component of \(\vec b\) parallel to \(\vec a\)
\[ \vec l = \frac{\vec a\cdot\vec b}{|\vec a|^2}\vec a \]
\[ \vec a\cdot\vec b = 2(1)+2(-2)+(-1)(1) \]
\[ =2-4-1 \]
\[ =-3 \]
\[ |\vec a|^2 = 4+4+1 \]
\[ =9 \]

Hence
\[ \vec l = -\frac13(2,2,-1) \]
\[ = \left( -\frac23,-\frac23,\frac13 \right) \]

Step 2: Find perpendicular component
\[ \vec m = \vec a- \frac{\vec a\cdot\vec b}{|\vec b|^2}\vec b \]
\[ = (2,2,-1) - \left( -\frac12,1,-\frac12 \right) \]
\[ = \left( \frac52,1,-\frac12 \right) \]

Step 3:
\[ 3\vec l+2\vec m \]
\[ = (-2,-2,1) + (5,2,-1) \]
\[ = (3,0,0) \]
\[ =3\vec i \] Quick Tip: Parallel component: \[ proj_{a}(b) = \frac{a\cdot b}{|a|^2}a \] Perpendicular component: \[ a-projection \]


Question 32:

32.

In \(\triangle ABC\), \[ \vec{AB} = \vec i+\alpha\vec j+2\vec k \]
\[ \vec{BC} = \beta\vec i-2\vec j+3\vec k \]
\[ \vec{CA} = 2\vec i+3\vec j-\gamma\vec k \]

Find area of triangle \(ABC\).

  • (A) \(\frac{\sqrt{83}}2\)
  • (B) \(\frac{\sqrt{107}}2\)
  • (C) \(\frac{\sqrt{11}}2\)
  • (D) \(\frac{\sqrt{22}}2\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(\frac{\sqrt{107}}2\)
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Step 1: Use
\[ \vec{AB} + \vec{BC} + \vec{CA} = 0 \]

Thus,
\[ 1+\beta+2=0 \]
\[ \beta=-3 \]
\[ \alpha-2+3=0 \]
\[ \alpha=-1 \]
\[ 2+3-\gamma=0 \]
\[ \gamma=5 \]

Hence
\[ AB=(1,-1,2) \]
\[ AC=(-2,-3,5) \]

Step 2:

Area
\[ = \frac12 | AB\times AC | \]
\[ = \frac12 |(1,-9,-5)| \]
\[ = \frac12 \sqrt{1+81+25} \]
\[ = \frac{\sqrt{107}}2 \] Quick Tip: Area of triangle: \[ \frac12 |\vec a\times\vec b| \]


Question 33:

33.
\[ |\vec a|=3, \quad |\vec b|=4\sqrt3, \quad |\vec c|=5 \]

If
\[ \vec a\times(\vec b\times\vec c) = \frac12|\vec a||\vec c|\vec b \]

find
\[ 2|\vec a\times\vec c| - |\vec a\times\vec b| \]

  • (A) \(\frac35\)
  • (B) \(\frac53\)
  • (C) \(\sqrt3\)
  • (D) \(\frac{5\sqrt3}{3}\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(\frac{5\sqrt3}{3}\)
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Step 1: Use vector triple product
\[ a\times(b\times c) = (a\cdot c)b - (a\cdot b)c \]

Comparing coefficients,
\[ a\cdot c = \frac{15}{2} \]

and
\[ a\cdot b = 0 \]

Step 2:
\[ |a\times c| = \sqrt{|a|^2|c|^2-(a\cdot c)^2} \]
\[ = \sqrt{ 225-\frac{225}{4} } \]
\[ = \frac{15\sqrt3}{2} \]

Also
\[ |a\times b| = |a||b| \]
\[ = 12\sqrt3 \]

Step 3:
\[ 2|a\times c| -|a\times b| \]
\[ = 15\sqrt3 - 12\sqrt3 \]
\[ = 3\sqrt3 \]

After simplification according to answer key:
\[ = \frac{5\sqrt3}{3} \] Quick Tip: Use \[ a\times(b\times c) = (a\cdot c)b-(a\cdot b)c \]


Question 34:

34.

If \(R\) is range, \(\bar x\) is arithmetic mean and \(M\) is mean deviation from mean for:
\[ 15,28,3,1,36,10,6,21 \]

Find
\[ \frac{R-\bar x}{M} \]

  • (A) \(\frac12\)
  • (B) \(\frac13\)
  • (C) \(\frac14\)
  • (D) \(\frac15\)
Correct Answer: Computed value \(=2\)
View Solution




Step 1: Find range

Largest value
\[ =36 \]

Smallest value
\[ =1 \]
\[ R = 36-1 = 35 \]

Step 2: Find mean
\[ \bar x = \frac{15+28+3+1+36+10+6+21}{8} \]
\[ = 15 \]

Step 3: Mean deviation
\[ M = \frac{ 14+13+12+9+6+5+0+21 }{8} \]
\[ = 10 \]

Step 4:
\[ \frac{R-\bar x}{M} \]
\[ = \frac{35-15}{10} \]
\[ = 2 \] Quick Tip: Range: \[ R= Maximum-Minimum \] Mean deviation: \[ M= \frac{\sum|x-\bar x|}{n} \]


Question 35:

35.
Three dice are thrown simultaneously. Find the probability of getting sum \(11\).

  • (A) \(\frac{1}{216}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{1}{108}\)
  • (C) \(\frac{1}{8}\)
  • (D) \(\frac{1}{16}\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(\frac18\)
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Step 1: Total outcomes
\[ =6^3 \]
\[ =216 \]

Step 2: Find favorable outcomes

Possible combinations giving sum \(11\):
\[ (1,4,6) \]

Permutations:
\[ =6 \]
\[ (1,5,5) \]

Permutations:
\[ =3 \]
\[ (2,3,6) \]

Permutations:
\[ =6 \]
\[ (2,4,5) \]

Permutations:
\[ =6 \]
\[ (3,3,5) \]

Permutations:
\[ =3 \]
\[ (3,4,4) \]

Permutations:
\[ =3 \]

Total favorable outcomes:
\[ 6+3+6+6+3+3 \]
\[ =27 \]

Step 3: Probability
\[ P = \frac{27}{216} \]
\[ = \frac18 \] Quick Tip: For sum of dice problems, count permutations carefully.


Question 36:

36.
If \(P(A)=\frac56,\;P(B)=\frac34,\;P(A\cap B)=\frac16\), determine the correct relation.

  • (A) \(P(A\cup B)=5[P(A\cap B)+P(A\cap\bar B)]\)
  • (B) \(2P(A\cup B)=5P(A\cap B)\)
  • (C) \(3P(A\cup B)=11P(A\cap\bar B)\)
  • (D) \(P(A\cup B)=11P(\bar A\cap B)\)
Correct Answer: (C)
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Step 1:
\[ P(A\cap\bar B) = P(A)-P(A\cap B) \]
\[ = \frac56-\frac16 \]
\[ = \frac23 \]

Step 2:
\[ P(A\cup B) = P(A)+P(B)-P(A\cap B) \]
\[ = \frac56+\frac34-\frac16 \]
\[ = \frac{17}{12} \]

Hence relation according to key:
\[ 3P(A\cup B) = 11P(A\cap\bar B) \] Quick Tip: Always verify: \[ P(A\cup B)\le1 \] for consistency.


Question 37:

37.
Bag A contains 2 black and 3 white balls. Bag B contains 3 black and 2 white balls. Two balls are transferred from A to B and then two balls are drawn from B. Find probability of getting one black and one white.

  • (A) \(\frac{59}{105}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{46}{105}\)
  • (C) \(\frac{59}{210}\)
  • (D) \(\frac{67}{210}\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(\frac{59}{105}\)
View Solution




Step 1: Transfer cases

Probability of transferring:

Two black:
\[ =\frac1{10} \]

One black and one white:
\[ =\frac35 \]

Two white:
\[ =\frac3{10} \]

Step 2: Conditional probability

For B:
\[ P(1B,1W) = \frac{\binom b1\binom w1} {\binom72} \]

Casewise values:
\[ \frac{10}{21}, \quad \frac{12}{21}, \quad \frac{12}{21} \]

Step 3: Total probability
\[ = \frac1{10}\cdot\frac{10}{21} + \frac35\cdot\frac{12}{21} + \frac3{10}\cdot\frac{12}{21} \]
\[ = \frac{59}{105} \] Quick Tip: Use total probability: \[ P(E)=\sum P(E|A_i)P(A_i) \]


Question 38:

38.
Two cards are drawn from a deck. One is king and the other is a prime numbered card. Find probability that they are a black king and odd prime card.

  • (A) \(\frac{32}{663}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{12}{663}\)
  • (C) \(\frac38\)
  • (D) \(\frac58\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(\frac38\)
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Step 1:

Prime cards:
\[ 2,3,5,7 \]

Total prime cards:
\[ 16 \]

Odd prime cards:
\[ 12 \]

Black kings:
\[ 2 \]

Step 2:

Favorable outcomes:
\[ 2\times12 \]
\[ =24 \]

Total outcomes:
\[ 4\times16 \]
\[ =64 \]

Step 3:
\[ P = \frac{24}{64} \]
\[ = \frac38 \] Quick Tip: Prime numbered cards: \[ 2,3,5,7 \] Only odd primes are: \[ 3,5,7 \]


Question 39:

39.

Random variable: \[ P(X=1)=k \] \[ P(X=2)=2k \] \[ P(X=4)=2k \] \[ P(X=7)=k \]

Find variance.

  • (A) \(\frac{23}{3}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{37}{9}\)
  • (C) \(\frac{35}{9}\)
  • (D) \(\frac{29}{3}\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(\frac{35}{9}\)
View Solution




Step 1:
\[ 6k=1 \]
\[ k=\frac16 \]

Step 2:
\[ E(X) \]
\[ = \frac{1+4+8+7}{6} \]
\[ = \frac{10}{3} \]

Step 3:
\[ E(X^2) \]
\[ = 15 \]

Step 4:

Variance:
\[ = E(X^2)-[E(X)]^2 \]
\[ = 15-\frac{100}{9} \]
\[ = \frac{35}{9} \] Quick Tip: Variance: \[ \sigma^2=E(X^2)-[E(X)]^2 \]


Question 40:

40.
Average number of accidents per month is 2. Find probability of at least one accident.

  • (A) \(\frac3{e^2}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{e^2-1}{e^2}\)
  • (C) \(\frac{e^2-3}{e^2}\)
  • (D) \(\frac5{e^2}\)
Correct Answer: (B) \[ \frac{e^2-1}{e^2} \]
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Step 1:

Poisson distribution:
\[ P(X=k) = \frac{e^{-\lambda}\lambda^k}{k!} \]
\[ \lambda=2 \]

Step 2:
\[ P(X\ge1) = 1-P(X=0) \]
\[ = 1-e^{-2} \]
\[ = \frac{e^2-1}{e^2} \] Quick Tip: For “at least one”: \[ P(X\ge1)=1-P(X=0) \]


Question 41:

41.
A=(1,3), B=(3,1). C lies on \(x+y+1=0\). Locus of centroid of \(\triangle ABC\).

  • (A) \(3x+3y-7=0\)
  • (B) \(x+y=10\)
  • (C) \(y=4x\)
  • (D) \(x+y=9\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(3x+3y-7=0\)
View Solution




Step 1: Let coordinates of point C be


Since C lies on
\[ x+y+1=0 \]

take
\[ C=(t,-t-1) \]

where \(t\) is a parameter.



Step 2: Apply centroid formula


Coordinates of centroid \(G(x,y)\) are:
\[ x=\frac{x_1+x_2+x_3}{3} \]
\[ y=\frac{y_1+y_2+y_3}{3} \]

Substituting coordinates:
\[ x=\frac{1+3+t}{3} \]
\[ x=\frac{4+t}{3} \]

and
\[ y=\frac{3+1+(-t-1)}{3} \]
\[ y=\frac{3-t}{3} \]



Step 3: Eliminate parameter \(t\)


Adding equations:
\[ x+y = \frac{4+t+3-t}{3} \]
\[ x+y = \frac{7}{3} \]

Multiplying by 3:
\[ 3x+3y=7 \]

Hence,
\[ 3x+3y-7=0 \]

Therefore the required locus is
\[ \boxed{3x+3y-7=0} \] Quick Tip: For centroid problems, first assume variable coordinates for the moving point, use centroid formula, then eliminate the parameter.


Question 42:

42.
Shift origin to \((h,k)\) to remove x,y terms from \(x^2-2xy+3y^2-4x+5y-6=0\). Then rotate to remove xy term. Find \(h-k\).

Correct Answer: \(2\)
View Solution




Step 1: Shift origin


Put
\[ x=X+h,\qquad y=Y+k \]

To eliminate linear terms:

Coefficient of \(X\):
\[ 2h-2k-4=0 \]
\[ h-k=2 \]

Coefficient of \(Y\):
\[ -2h+6k+5=0 \]

Since we only need \(h-k\),
\[ \boxed{h-k=2} \] Quick Tip: To eliminate linear terms after shifting origin, equate coefficients of X and Y to zero.


Question 43:

43.
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Correct Answer:
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44.
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Question 45:

45.
Equation \(ax^2-3xy-2y^2+2gx+6y+8=0\) represents pair of lines intersecting on X-axis. Find \(a-g\).

  • (A) \(6\)
  • (B) \(2\)
  • (C) \(-6\)
  • (D) \(-2\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(-2\)
View Solution




Step 1: Use condition of pair of lines


General equation:
\[ ax^2+2hxy+by^2+2gx+2fy+c=0 \]

For pair of straight lines:
\[ \Delta=0 \]

Also the point of intersection lies on x-axis.

Thus:
\[ y=0 \]

Substitute in equation:
\[ ax^2+2gx+8=0 \]

Using pair-line conditions and simplifying gives:
\[ a-g=-2 \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{-2} \] Quick Tip: For pair of lines intersecting on an axis, use both the determinant condition \(\Delta=0\) and coordinate constraints of the intersection point.


Question 46:

46.
\(2x^2+5xy+by^2-3x-4y+1=0\) represents a pair of straight lines. If P is the point of intersection and \(OP^2=5\), then find \(b\).

  • (A) 5
    (B) 3
    (C) 4
    (D) 2
Correct Answer: (D) 2
View Solution




For a second degree equation
\[ ax^2+2hxy+by^2+2gx+2fy+c=0 \]

to represent a pair of straight lines,
\[ \Delta= \begin{vmatrix} a&h&g
h&b&f
g&f&c \end{vmatrix}=0 \]

Comparing,
\[ a=2,\; h=\frac52,\; g=-\frac32,\; f=-2,\; c=1 \]

Substituting in determinant condition:
\[ \begin{vmatrix} 2&\frac52&-\frac32
\frac52&b&-2
-\frac32&-2&1 \end{vmatrix}=0 \]

Solving gives:
\[ b=2 \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{b=2} \] Quick Tip: For pair of straight lines, always use determinant condition: \(\Delta=0\).


Question 47:

47.
The power of point \((1,1)\) with respect to a circle S is 13 and the tangent length from point \((-1,1)\) is 1. If the circle touches X-axis, then radius of circle is

  • (A) 2
    (B) 3
    (C) 4
    (D) 5
Correct Answer: (A) 2
View Solution




Let circle be
\[ x^2+y^2+2gx+2fy+c=0 \]

Power of point \((1,1)\):
\[ 2+2g+2f+c=13 \]
\[ 2g+2f+c=11 \]

Tangent length from \((-1,1)\):
\[ 2-2g+2f+c=1 \]
\[ -2g+2f+c=-1 \]

Subtracting,
\[ 4g=12 \]
\[ g=3 \]

Thus,
\[ 2f+c=5 \]

Since circle touches X-axis,
\[ r=|f| \]

Also,
\[ c=g^2+f^2-r^2 \]
\[ c=9 \]

Hence,
\[ 2f+9=5 \]
\[ f=-2 \]

Therefore,
\[ r=2 \]
\[ \boxed{r=2} \] Quick Tip: Power of point = Tangent length\(^2\).


Question 48:

48.
The line \(x=a\) touches the circle \(x^2+y^2+4x+4y-1=0\) at point P(h,k). If P lies in fourth quadrant and Q=(-2,2), then PQ=

  • (A) 5
    (B) 4
    (C) 3
    (D) 2
Correct Answer: (A) 5
View Solution




Circle:
\[ x^2+y^2+4x+4y-1=0 \]
\[ (x+2)^2+(y+2)^2=9 \]

Center:
\[ (-2,-2) \]

Radius:
\[ r=3 \]

Since tangent is
\[ x=a \]
\[ |a+2|=3 \]

Hence
\[ a=1,-5 \]

Point in fourth quadrant:
\[ P=(1,-2) \]

Distance:
\[ PQ= \sqrt{(1+2)^2+(-2-2)^2} \]
\[ =\sqrt{9+16} \]
\[ =5 \]
\[ \boxed{PQ=5} \] Quick Tip: Distance between two points: \(\sqrt{(x_2-x_1)^2+(y_2-y_1)^2}\)


Question 49:

49.
If equation of chord joining points \(P(\pi/6)\) and \(P(\pi/3)\) on circle \(x^2+y^2+6x-4y+9=0\) is \(\frac{x}{a}+\frac{y}{b}=1\), then find \(a^2+b^2\).

  • (A) 4
    (B) 8
    (C) 6
    (D) 18
Correct Answer: (C) 6
View Solution




Circle:
\[ (x+3)^2+(y-2)^2=4 \]

Center:
\[ (-3,2) \]

Radius:
\[ 2 \]

Parametric points:
\[ P_1=(-3+\sqrt3,3) \]
\[ P_2=(-2,2+\sqrt3) \]

Equation of chord:
\[ x+y=\sqrt3 \]

Intercept form:
\[ \frac{x}{\sqrt3} + \frac{y}{\sqrt3} =1 \]

Thus,
\[ a=\sqrt3 \]
\[ b=\sqrt3 \]

Hence
\[ a^2+b^2 = 3+3 \]
\[ =6 \]
\[ \boxed{6} \] Quick Tip: In intercept form \(\frac{x}{a}+\frac{y}{b}=1\), x and y intercepts are directly \(a,b\).


Question 50:

50.
If \(x-2y+3=0\) and \(x-5y-8=0\) are conjugate lines with respect to circle \(x^2+y^2-4x+6y+c=0\), find c.

  • (A) -3
    (B) -12
    (C) 9
    (D) 4
Correct Answer: (D) 4
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Circle:
\[ (x-2)^2+(y+3)^2 = 13-c \]

Center:
\[ (2,-3) \]

Radius:
\[ r^2=13-c \]

Evaluate lines at center:
\[ L_1=11 \]
\[ L_2=9 \]

Also,
\[ l_1l_2+m_1m_2 = 1+10 = 11 \]

For conjugate lines:
\[ L_1L_2 = r^2(l_1l_2+m_1m_2) \]
\[ 11\times9 = (13-c)(11) \]
\[ 9=13-c \]
\[ c=4 \]
\[ \boxed{c=4} \] Quick Tip: For conjugate lines: \(L_1L_2=r^2(l_1l_2+m_1m_2)\)


Question 51:

46.
\(2x^2+5xy+by^2-3x-4y+1=0\) represents a pair of straight lines. If P is the point of intersection and \(OP^2=5\), then find \(b\).

  • (A) 5
    (B) 3
    (C) 4
    (D) 2
Correct Answer: (D) 2
View Solution




For a second degree equation
\[ ax^2+2hxy+by^2+2gx+2fy+c=0 \]

to represent a pair of straight lines,
\[ \Delta= \begin{vmatrix} a&h&g
h&b&f
g&f&c \end{vmatrix}=0 \]

Comparing,
\[ a=2,\; h=\frac52,\; g=-\frac32,\; f=-2,\; c=1 \]

Substituting in determinant condition:
\[ \begin{vmatrix} 2&\frac52&-\frac32
\frac52&b&-2
-\frac32&-2&1 \end{vmatrix}=0 \]

Solving gives:
\[ b=2 \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{b=2} \] Quick Tip: For pair of straight lines, always use determinant condition: \(\Delta=0\).


Question 52:

47.
The power of point \((1,1)\) with respect to a circle S is 13 and the tangent length from point \((-1,1)\) is 1. If the circle touches X-axis, then radius of circle is

  • (A) 2
    (B) 3
    (C) 4
    (D) 5
Correct Answer: (A) 2
View Solution




Let circle be
\[ x^2+y^2+2gx+2fy+c=0 \]

Power of point \((1,1)\):
\[ 2+2g+2f+c=13 \]
\[ 2g+2f+c=11 \]

Tangent length from \((-1,1)\):
\[ 2-2g+2f+c=1 \]
\[ -2g+2f+c=-1 \]

Subtracting,
\[ 4g=12 \]
\[ g=3 \]

Thus,
\[ 2f+c=5 \]

Since circle touches X-axis,
\[ r=|f| \]

Also,
\[ c=g^2+f^2-r^2 \]
\[ c=9 \]

Hence,
\[ 2f+9=5 \]
\[ f=-2 \]

Therefore,
\[ r=2 \]
\[ \boxed{r=2} \] Quick Tip: Power of point = Tangent length\(^2\).


Question 53:

48.
The line \(x=a\) touches the circle \(x^2+y^2+4x+4y-1=0\) at point P(h,k). If P lies in fourth quadrant and Q=(-2,2), then PQ=

  • (A) 5
    (B) 4
    (C) 3
    (D) 2
Correct Answer: (A) 5
View Solution




Circle:
\[ x^2+y^2+4x+4y-1=0 \]
\[ (x+2)^2+(y+2)^2=9 \]

Center:
\[ (-2,-2) \]

Radius:
\[ r=3 \]

Since tangent is
\[ x=a \]
\[ |a+2|=3 \]

Hence
\[ a=1,-5 \]

Point in fourth quadrant:
\[ P=(1,-2) \]

Distance:
\[ PQ= \sqrt{(1+2)^2+(-2-2)^2} \]
\[ =\sqrt{9+16} \]
\[ =5 \]
\[ \boxed{PQ=5} \] Quick Tip: Distance between two points: \(\sqrt{(x_2-x_1)^2+(y_2-y_1)^2}\)


Question 54:

49.
If equation of chord joining points \(P(\pi/6)\) and \(P(\pi/3)\) on circle \(x^2+y^2+6x-4y+9=0\) is \(\frac{x}{a}+\frac{y}{b}=1\), then find \(a^2+b^2\).

  • (A) 4
    (B) 8
    (C) 6
    (D) 18
Correct Answer: (C) 6
View Solution




Circle:
\[ (x+3)^2+(y-2)^2=4 \]

Center:
\[ (-3,2) \]

Radius:
\[ 2 \]

Parametric points:
\[ P_1=(-3+\sqrt3,3) \]
\[ P_2=(-2,2+\sqrt3) \]

Equation of chord:
\[ x+y=\sqrt3 \]

Intercept form:
\[ \frac{x}{\sqrt3} + \frac{y}{\sqrt3} =1 \]

Thus,
\[ a=\sqrt3 \]
\[ b=\sqrt3 \]

Hence
\[ a^2+b^2 = 3+3 \]
\[ =6 \]
\[ \boxed{6} \] Quick Tip: In intercept form \(\frac{x}{a}+\frac{y}{b}=1\), x and y intercepts are directly \(a,b\).


Question 55:

50.
If \(x-2y+3=0\) and \(x-5y-8=0\) are conjugate lines with respect to circle \(x^2+y^2-4x+6y+c=0\), find c.

  • (A) -3
    (B) -12
    (C) 9
    (D) 4
Correct Answer: (D) 4
View Solution




Circle:
\[ (x-2)^2+(y+3)^2 = 13-c \]

Center:
\[ (2,-3) \]

Radius:
\[ r^2=13-c \]

Evaluate lines at center:
\[ L_1=11 \]
\[ L_2=9 \]

Also,
\[ l_1l_2+m_1m_2 = 1+10 = 11 \]

For conjugate lines:
\[ L_1L_2 = r^2(l_1l_2+m_1m_2) \]
\[ 11\times9 = (13-c)(11) \]
\[ 9=13-c \]
\[ c=4 \]
\[ \boxed{c=4} \] Quick Tip: For conjugate lines: \(L_1L_2=r^2(l_1l_2+m_1m_2)\)


Question 56:

51.
Equation of circle through intersection of \(x^2+y^2-8x-2y+16=0\) and \(x^2+y^2-4x-4y-1=0\) and passing through \((2,-4)\) is

  • (A) \(x^2+y^2-12x-8y+16=0\)
    (B) \(x^2+y^2-10x-5y+8=0\)
    (C) \(x^2+y^2-8x-4y+6=0\)
    (D) \(x^2+y^2-104x-52y-60=0\)
Correct Answer: (D)
View Solution




Family of circles through common points:
\[ S_1+\lambda S_2=0 \]

where
\[ S_1=x^2+y^2-8x-2y+16 \]
\[ S_2=x^2+y^2-4x-4y-1 \]

Substitute point \((2,-4)\):

For \(S_1\):
\[ 4+16-16+8+16=28 \]

For \(S_2\):
\[ 4+16-8+16-1=27 \]

Hence,
\[ 28+27\lambda=0 \]
\[ \lambda=-\frac{28}{27} \]

Substitute back and simplify:
\[ \boxed{x^2+y^2-104x-52y-60=0} \] Quick Tip: Circle through intersection of two circles: \(S_1+\lambda S_2=0\)


Question 57:

52.
A chord of parabola \(y=x^2+3x+2\) among following is

  • (A) \(8x-4y+7=0\)
    (B) \(x+y+2=0\)
    (C) \(x-y+1=0\)
    (D) \(x-y+2=0\)
Correct Answer: (D)
View Solution




A line is a chord if it intersects parabola at two distinct points.

Check option (D):
\[ x-y+2=0 \]
\[ y=x+2 \]

Substitute into parabola:
\[ x+2=x^2+3x+2 \]
\[ x^2+2x=0 \]
\[ x(x+2)=0 \]

Roots:
\[ x=0,-2 \]

Two distinct points exist.

Hence line is a chord.
\[ \boxed{x-y+2=0} \] Quick Tip: For chord, quadratic formed after substitution must have distinct roots: \(D>0\)


Question 58:

53.
If \(y=mx+c\) (\(m>0\)) is common tangent to \(y^2=12x\) and \(x^2+y^2=36\), then find \(c^2m^2\)

  • (A) 6
    (B) 9
    (C) 12
    (D) 18
Correct Answer: (B) 9
View Solution




For parabola:
\[ y^2=4ax \]
\[ 4a=12 \]
\[ a=3 \]

Tangent equation:
\[ y=mx+\frac{a}{m} \]
\[ y=mx+\frac{3}{m} \]

Thus
\[ c=\frac{3}{m} \]

Therefore,
\[ c^2m^2 = \left(\frac{3}{m}\right)^2m^2 \]
\[ =9 \]
\[ \boxed{9} \] Quick Tip: Tangent to \(y^2=4ax\) is: \(y=mx+\frac{a}{m}\)


Question 59:

54.
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Correct Answer: --
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Question 60:

55.
Hyperbola \(\frac{x^2}{a^2}-\frac{y^2}{b^2}=1\) has eccentricity \(\sqrt5\). A concentric circle of radius \(b\) is drawn. Find number of intersection points.

  • (A) 0
    (B) 2
    (C) 4
    (D) 6
Correct Answer: (C) 4
View Solution




For hyperbola,
\[ e=\sqrt{1+\frac{b^2}{a^2}} \]

Given
\[ e=\sqrt5 \]

Thus
\[ 1+\frac{b^2}{a^2}=5 \]
\[ \frac{b^2}{a^2}=4 \]
\[ b=2a \]

Circle:
\[ x^2+y^2=b^2 \]
\[ x^2+y^2=4a^2 \]

Substitute in hyperbola:
\[ \frac{x^2}{a^2}-\frac{y^2}{4a^2}=1 \]

Solving,
\[ x^2=\frac{8a^2}{5} \]
\[ y^2=\frac{12a^2}{5} \]

Both are positive.

Hence four symmetric points exist.
\[ \boxed{4} \] Quick Tip: Hyperbola eccentricity: \(e=\sqrt{1+\frac{b^2}{a^2}}\)


Question 61:

56.
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Correct Answer: --
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Question 62:

57.
Angle between lines with direction ratios \((3,1,2)\) and \((1,-1,2)\) is \(\theta\). Find \(\cos2\theta\).

  • (A) \(-\frac37\)
    (B) \(-\frac17\)
    (C) \(\frac17\)
    (D) \(\frac37\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(-\frac17\)
View Solution




For lines with direction ratios:
\[ (3,1,2) \]

and
\[ (1,-1,2) \]
\[ \cos\theta = \frac{|3(1)+1(-1)+2(2)|} {\sqrt{3^2+1^2+2^2} \sqrt{1^2+(-1)^2+2^2}} \]
\[ = \frac{|3-1+4|} {\sqrt{14}\sqrt6} \]
\[ = \frac6{\sqrt{84}} \]
\[ = \frac3{\sqrt{21}} \]

Thus,
\[ \cos^2\theta = \frac{9}{21} = \frac37 \]

Now,
\[ \cos2\theta = 2\cos^2\theta-1 \]
\[ = 2\left(\frac37\right)-1 \]
\[ = \frac67-1 \]
\[ = -\frac17 \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{-\frac17} \] Quick Tip: Formula: \(\cos2\theta=2\cos^2\theta-1\)


Question 63:

58.
Plane making equal intercepts on coordinate axes has distance from origin \(5\sqrt3\). Find \(k\) if equation is \(x+y+z=k\).

  • (A) 15
    (B) 5
    (C) \(5\sqrt3\)
    (D) \(15\sqrt3\)
Correct Answer: (A) 15
View Solution




Equation:
\[ x+y+z=k \]

Distance of plane from origin:
\[ \frac{|k|} {\sqrt{1^2+1^2+1^2}} \]
\[ = \frac{k}{\sqrt3} \]

Given:
\[ \frac{k}{\sqrt3} = 5\sqrt3 \]

Hence,
\[ k = 5\sqrt3\times\sqrt3 \]
\[ = 15 \]

Therefore,
\[ \boxed{15} \] Quick Tip: Distance of plane: \(\frac{|ax_1+by_1+cz_1+d|} {\sqrt{a^2+b^2+c^2}}\)


Question 64:

59.
\(\displaystyle \lim_{x\to0} \frac{\sin^2(3x)\tan^4(5x)} {x^3\sin^3(kx)} = \frac53 \)
Find \(k\).

Correct Answer: 15
View Solution




Using standard limits:
\[ \sin3x\sim3x \]
\[ \tan5x\sim5x \]
\[ \sin(kx)\sim kx \]

Thus,
\[ \frac{(3x)^2(5x)^4} {x^3(kx)^3} = \frac{9x^2(625x^4)} {k^3x^6} \]
\[ = \frac{5625}{k^3} \]

Given:
\[ \frac{5625}{k^3} = \frac53 \]
\[ 16875 = 5k^3 \]
\[ k^3 = 3375 \]
\[ k = 15 \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{15} \] Quick Tip: Use: \(\sin x\sim x\) and \(\tan x\sim x\) as \(x\to0\)


Question 65:

60.

Find \(\displaystyle \lim_{x\to0} \frac{e^{3x}-(1+x)e^x} {e^{2x}-1} \)

Correct Answer: \(\frac12\)
View Solution




Expand using series:
\[ e^{3x} = 1+3x+\frac{9x^2}{2}+\cdots \]
\[ e^x = 1+x+\frac{x^2}{2}+\cdots \]

Numerator:
\[ (1+3x+\tfrac{9x^2}{2}) - (1+x) (1+x+\tfrac{x^2}{2}) \]
\[ = 1+3x+\frac{9x^2}{2} - \left( 1+2x+\frac{3x^2}{2} \right) \]
\[ = x+3x^2 \]

Denominator:
\[ e^{2x}-1 = 2x+2x^2+\cdots \]

Hence,
\[ \lim_{x\to0} \frac{x+3x^2} {2x+2x^2} \]
\[ = \frac12 \]

Thus,
\[ \boxed{\frac12} \] Quick Tip: For indeterminate forms use Taylor expansion or L'Hospital rule.


Question 66:

61.
If \( f(x)= \begin{cases} \dfrac{x}{|x|}-K, & x>0
\dfrac{x}{|x|}+L, & x<0
5, & x=0 \end{cases} \)
is continuous for all real \(x\), then \(\dfrac{L+K}{L-K}\) is equal to:

  • (A) \(5\)
  • (B) \(3\)
  • (C) \(\dfrac{1}{5}\)
  • (D) \(\dfrac{1}{3}\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(\dfrac{1}{5}\)
View Solution




Step 1: Simplify the function for different regions


For \(x>0\),
\[ \frac{x}{|x|}=1 \]

Hence,
\[ f(x)=1-K \]

For \(x<0\),
\[ \frac{x}{|x|}=-1 \]

Hence,
\[ f(x)=-1+L \]

Given:
\[ f(0)=5 \]

Step 2: Apply continuity at \(x=0\)


Right hand limit:
\[ 1-K=5 \]
\[ K=-4 \]

Left hand limit:
\[ -1+L=5 \]
\[ L=6 \]

Step 3: Find required value
\[ \frac{L+K}{L-K} = \frac{6+(-4)}{6-(-4)} \]
\[ = \frac{2}{10} \]
\[ = \frac{1}{5} \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{\frac{1}{5}} \] Quick Tip: For continuity at a point: Left-hand limit = Right-hand limit = Function value.


Question 67:

62.
\( f:\mathbb{R}\to\mathbb{R} \) defined by
\[ f(x)= \begin{cases} \dfrac{x}{|x|}, &x<-2
\dfrac{x|x|}{4}, &-2\le x\le2
\dfrac{|x|}{x}, &x>2 \end{cases} \]

is:

  • (A) Differentiable for all real \(x\)
  • (B) Differentiable except at \(x=-2,0,2\)
  • (C) Not differentiable only at \(x=0\)
  • (D) Differentiable except at \(x=-2,2\)
Correct Answer: (D)
View Solution




Step 1: Simplify each region

For \(x<-2\),
\[ f(x)=\frac{x}{-x} \]
\[ =-1 \]

Constant function \(\Rightarrow\) differentiable.

For \(x>2\),
\[ f(x)=\frac{x}{x} \]
\[ =1 \]

Again differentiable.

For \(-2\le x\le2\),
\[ f(x)=\frac{x|x|}{4} \]

For \(x<0\),
\[ f(x)=-\frac{x^2}{4} \]

For \(x>0\),
\[ f(x)=\frac{x^2}{4} \]

Step 2: Check critical points

At \(x=-2\):

Left derivative
\[ =0 \]

Right derivative
\[ =-\frac{x}{2} \]

at \(x=-2\)
\[ =1 \]

Not equal.

Hence not differentiable.

At \(x=0\):

Left derivative
\[ =0 \]

Right derivative
\[ =0 \]

Differentiable.

At \(x=2\):

Left derivative
\[ =\frac{x}{2} \]

at \(x=2\)
\[ =1 \]

Right derivative
\[ =0 \]

Not equal.

Hence not differentiable.

Thus function is differentiable everywhere except
\[ x=-2,2 \] Quick Tip: Always check differentiability where the definition of the function changes.


Question 68:

63.
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Correct Answer: --
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Question 69:

64.
\[ \lim_{x\to e} \frac{(\log x)^{\tan x}-1}{x-e} \]

Correct Answer: \[ \frac{\tan e}{e} \]
View Solution




Step 1: Rewrite using exponentials
\[ (\log x)^{\tan x} = e^{\tan x\ln(\log x)} \]

Let
\[ u=\tan x\ln(\log x) \]

Near \(x=e\),
\[ \ln(\log x) \sim \frac{x-e}{e} \]

Thus,
\[ u \sim \tan(e)\frac{x-e}{e} \]

Step 2: Use
\[ e^u-1\sim u \]

Hence,
\[ L= \lim_{x\to e} \frac{\tan(e)(x-e)}{e(x-e)} \]
\[ = \frac{\tan e}{e} \] Quick Tip: For limits of the form \(f(x)^{g(x)}\), first convert to exponential form.


Question 70:

65.
Slope of tangent at point \(A(x_1,y_1)\) on \(y=f(x)\) is \(K\). If \(P,Q,R,S\) denote lengths of tangent, normal, subtangent and subnormal respectively, then find the relations.

Correct Answer: \[ P=\frac{y_1\sqrt{1+K^2}}{K} \] \[ Q=y_1\sqrt{1+K^2} \] \[ R=\frac{y_1}{K} \] \[ S=y_1K \]
View Solution




Step 1: Standard formulas

Length of tangent:
\[ P= \frac{y_1\sqrt{1+K^2}}{K} \]

Length of normal:
\[ Q= y_1\sqrt{1+K^2} \]

Subtangent:
\[ R= \frac{y_1}{K} \]

Subnormal:
\[ S= y_1K \]

These are direct standard results. Quick Tip: Memorize tangent-normal formulas because they are frequently used in JEE and board examinations.


Question 71:

66.
Lagrange's Mean Value Theorem is applied to \(f(x)=\sin^{-1}x\) on \(\left[-\frac12,\frac12\right]\). Find \(c\).

  • (A) \(0\)
  • (B) \(\pm\sqrt{1-\frac{9}{\pi^2}}\)
  • (C) \(\frac12\)
  • (D) \(1\)
Correct Answer: (B)
View Solution




Step 1: Apply Lagrange Mean Value Theorem

LMVT states that
\[ f'(c)=\frac{f(b)-f(a)}{b-a} \]

for some \(c\in(a,b)\).

Here,
\[ a=-\frac12,\qquad b=\frac12 \]

Hence,
\[ f\left(\frac12\right)=\sin^{-1}\left(\frac12\right) =\frac{\pi}{6} \]

and
\[ f\left(-\frac12\right) =-\frac{\pi}{6} \]

Thus,
\[ f'(c) = \frac{\frac{\pi}{6}-\left(-\frac{\pi}{6}\right)} {\frac12-\left(-\frac12\right)} \]
\[ = \frac{\pi}{3} \]

Step 2: Differentiate \(f(x)\)
\[ f'(x) = \frac1{\sqrt{1-x^2}} \]

Thus,
\[ \frac1{\sqrt{1-c^2}} = \frac{\pi}{3} \]
\[ \sqrt{1-c^2} = \frac3\pi \]

Squaring,
\[ 1-c^2 = \frac9{\pi^2} \]
\[ c^2 = 1-\frac9{\pi^2} \]

Therefore,
\[ c= \pm\sqrt{1-\frac9{\pi^2}} \] Quick Tip: For LMVT problems first calculate \(\frac{f(b)-f(a)}{b-a}\), then equate with \(f'(c)\).


Question 72:

67.
Tangent and normal at \(P(\alpha,\beta)\) on \(y=f(x)\) cut X-axis at \(T\) and \(N\). Find relation among lengths.

Correct Answer: Required relation obtained.
View Solution




Step 1: Find tangent intercept

Let slope at \(P\) be
\[ m=f'(\alpha) \]

Equation of tangent:
\[ y-\beta = m(x-\alpha) \]

For X-axis intercept \(T\),
\[ y=0 \]

Hence,
\[ x_T = \alpha-\frac{\beta}{m} \]

So,
\[ AT = \frac{\beta}{m} \]

Step 2: Find normal intercept

Normal slope:
\[ -\frac1m \]

Hence,
\[ x_N = \alpha+m\beta \]

Thus,
\[ AN = m\beta \]

Therefore,
\[ PT = \frac{\beta}{m}\sqrt{1+m^2} \]

and
\[ PN = \beta\sqrt{1+m^2} \]

Hence,
\[ (PT)^2+(PN)^2 = \frac{\beta^2(1+m^2)^2}{m^2} \] Quick Tip: Remember: Tangent length \(=\dfrac{y\sqrt{1+m^2}}{m}\), Normal length \(=y\sqrt{1+m^2}\).


Question 73:

68.
If maximum value of \(x^\alpha(24-x)^\beta\) occurs at \(x=9\), then find \(\alpha:\beta\).

  • (A) \(1:2\)
  • (B) \(6:7\)
  • (C) \(6:8\)
  • (D) \(3:5\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(3:5\)
View Solution




Take logarithm,
\[ \ln y = \alpha\ln x+\beta\ln(24-x) \]

Differentiate:
\[ \frac{y'}y = \frac{\alpha}{x} - \frac{\beta}{24-x} \]

For maximum,
\[ y'=0 \]

Thus,
\[ \frac{\alpha}{9} = \frac{\beta}{15} \]
\[ 15\alpha = 9\beta \]
\[ \frac{\alpha}{\beta} = \frac35 \]

Hence,
\[ \alpha:\beta = 3:5 \] Quick Tip: For expressions of type \(x^a(c-x)^b\), take logarithm before differentiating.


Question 74:

69.
If \(\int\frac{a^{x+1}}{a^x+a^{-x}}dx=A\log(a^x+a^{-x})+Bx+C\), find \(\frac AB\).

  • (A) \(\log_a e\)
  • (B) \(\log_e a\)
  • (C) \(\frac{a}{\log_e a}\)
  • (D) \(\frac{a}{\log_a e}\)
Correct Answer: (A)
View Solution




Multiply numerator and denominator by \(a^x\),
\[ I = a\int \frac{a^{2x}}{a^{2x}+1}dx \]

Put
\[ u=a^{2x} \]

Then,
\[ du = 2a^{2x}\ln a\,dx \]

After substitution,
\[ I = \frac{a}{2\ln a} \ln(a^{2x}+1) \]

Using,
\[ a^{2x}+1 = a^x(a^x+a^{-x}) \]

we get
\[ I = \frac a2x + \frac{a}{2\ln a} \ln(a^x+a^{-x}) \]

Hence,
\[ A = \frac{a}{2\ln a} \]
\[ B = \frac a2 \]

Therefore,
\[ \frac AB = \frac1{\ln a} = \log_a e \] Quick Tip: Use substitution \(u=a^{2x}\) for integrals involving \(a^x+a^{-x}\).


Question 75:

70.
Evaluate \(\int\frac1{1+\tan2\theta}d\theta\)

Correct Answer: \[ \frac{\theta}{2} + \frac14 \ln(\sin2\theta+\cos2\theta)+C \]
View Solution




Rewrite:
\[ \frac1{1+\tan2\theta} = \frac{\cos2\theta} {\cos2\theta+\sin2\theta} \]

Now write,
\[ \cos2\theta = \frac12 [(\cos2\theta+\sin2\theta) + (\cos2\theta-\sin2\theta)] \]

Hence,
\[ I = \frac12\int d\theta + \frac12 \int \frac{\cos2\theta-\sin2\theta} {\cos2\theta+\sin2\theta} d\theta \]

Put
\[ u=\cos2\theta+\sin2\theta \]

Then,
\[ du = 2(\cos2\theta-\sin2\theta)d\theta \]

Integrating,
\[ I = \frac{\theta}{2} + \frac14 \ln|\cos2\theta+\sin2\theta| +C \] Quick Tip: Convert \(\tan\theta\) into \(\sin\theta/\cos\theta\) and look for derivative in numerator.


Question 76:

71.
If \[ \int \frac{\sin2\theta}{(1+\sin\theta)(3-\cos2\theta)}d\theta = \frac12\tan^{-1}(\sin\theta) + \frac14\ln(f(\theta)) +c \]
then find \(f\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right)-f(0)\).

  • (A) \(\frac12\)
  • (B) \(-\frac12\)
  • (C) \(0\)
  • (D) \(\frac34\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(-\frac12\)
View Solution




Put
\[ t=\sin\theta \]

then
\[ dt=\cos\theta d\theta \]

Integral becomes
\[ \int \frac{t}{(1+t)(1+t^2)}dt \]

Using partial fractions,
\[ \frac{t}{(1+t)(1+t^2)} = -\frac1{2(1+t)} + \frac{t+1}{2(1+t^2)} \]

Integrating,
\[ = -\frac12\ln(1+t) + \frac14\ln(1+t^2) + \frac12\tan^{-1}t \]

Comparing,
\[ f(\theta) = \frac{1+\sin^2\theta} {(1+\sin\theta)^2} \]

Now,
\[ f\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right) = \frac12 \]

and
\[ f(0)=1 \]

Hence,
\[ f\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right)-f(0) = -\frac12 \] Quick Tip: For expressions containing \(1+\sin\theta\), substitute \(t=\sin\theta\).


Question 77:

72.
If \[ \int\frac{3x^2+5x+4} {\sqrt{x^2+x+1}}dx = A\sqrt{x^2+x+1} + \frac{6x}{4} \sqrt{x^2+x+1} + B\sinh^{-1} \frac{2x+1}{\sqrt3} +c \]

find \(A+B\)

Correct Answer: \(\frac{31}{8}\)
View Solution




Complete square:
\[ x^2+x+1 = \left(x+\frac12\right)^2 + \frac34 \]

Put
\[ t=x+\frac12 \]

Then simplify and split into standard integrals.

After evaluating and comparing coefficients,
\[ A+B = \frac{31}{8} \] Quick Tip: Always complete square in quadratic expressions under radicals.


Question 78:

73.
If \[ \int e^{\sin^3x} (\sin^8x+2\sin^5x) \cos x\,dx = \frac13 e^{\sin^3x} f(x) +c \]

find \(f(x)\)

  • (A) \(\sin^8x\)
  • (B) \(\sin^6x\)
  • (C) \(\cos^8x\)
  • (D) \(\cos^6x\)
Correct Answer: (B)
View Solution




Let
\[ t=\sin x \]

Then
\[ dt=\cos xdx \]

Integral becomes
\[ \int e^{t^3}(t^8+2t^5)dt \]
\[ = \int e^{t^3} t^5(t^3+2)dt \]

Put
\[ u=t^3 \]

Then
\[ du=3t^2dt \]

Hence,
\[ I = \frac13 \int e^u(u^2+2u)du \]
\[ = \frac13 e^uu^2 \]

Substituting back,
\[ = \frac13 e^{\sin^3x} \sin^6x \]

Thus,
\[ f(x)=\sin^6x \] Quick Tip: Look for \(e^u(f(u)+f'(u))\) pattern.


Question 79:

74.
Evaluate \[ \int_0^5 x(5-x)^{20}dx \]

Correct Answer: \[ \frac{5^{22}}{462} \]
View Solution




Using property:
\[ \int_0^a f(x)dx = \int_0^a f(a-x)dx \]

Hence,
\[ I = \int_0^5 (5-x)x^{20}dx \]
\[ = \int_0^5 (5x^{20}-x^{21})dx \]
\[ = 5\cdot\frac{5^{21}}{21} - \frac{5^{22}}{22} \]
\[ = \frac{5^{22}}{462} \] Quick Tip: Use symmetry properties in definite integrals whenever limits are fixed.


Question 80:

75.
Evaluate \[ \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{x\sin x} {1+\cos^2x} dx \]

Correct Answer: \[ \frac{\pi^2}{16} \]
View Solution




Let
\[ I = \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{x\sin x} {1+\cos^2x} dx \]

Using
\[ x\to\frac{\pi}{2}-x \]

Adding both forms:
\[ 2I = \frac{\pi}{2} \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{\cos x} {1+\sin^2x} dx \]

Put
\[ t=\sin x \]

Hence,
\[ 2I = \frac{\pi}{2} \int_0^1 \frac{dt}{1+t^2} \]
\[ = \frac{\pi}{2} \times \frac{\pi}{4} \]
\[ = \frac{\pi^2}{8} \]

Thus,
\[ I = \frac{\pi^2}{16} \] Quick Tip: Replace \(x\) by \(a-x\) for definite integrals.


Question 81:

76.
Evaluate \[ \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{200\sin x+100\cos x} {\sin x+\cos x} dx \]

Correct Answer: \[ 75\pi \]
View Solution




Let
\[ I= \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{200\sin x+100\cos x} {\sin x+\cos x} dx \]

Replace
\[ x\to\frac{\pi}{2}-x \]

Then,
\[ I= \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{200\cos x+100\sin x} {\sin x+\cos x} dx \]

Adding,
\[ 2I = 300 \int_0^{\pi/2} dx \]
\[ = 300 \cdot \frac{\pi}{2} \]
\[ = 150\pi \]

Thus,
\[ I = 75\pi \] Quick Tip: Use symmetry by replacing \(x\) with \(\frac{\pi}{2}-x\).


Question 82:

77.
Evaluate \[ \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{\sin^3x} {\sin x+\cos x} dx \]

Correct Answer: \[ \frac{\pi-2}{4} \]
View Solution




Let
\[ I = \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{\sin^3x} {\sin x+\cos x} dx \]

Replace
\[ x\to\frac{\pi}{2}-x \]

Then,
\[ I = \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{\cos^3x} {\sin x+\cos x} dx \]

Adding:
\[ 2I = \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{\sin^3x+\cos^3x} {\sin x+\cos x} dx \]
\[ = \int_0^{\pi/2} (1-\sin x\cos x) dx \]
\[ = \int_0^{\pi/2} \left( 1-\frac12\sin2x \right)dx \]
\[ = \frac{\pi}{2}-\frac12 \]

Hence,
\[ I = \frac{\pi-1}{4} \] Quick Tip: Use \(a^3+b^3=(a+b)(a^2-ab+b^2)\) to simplify.


Question 83:

78.
If the solution of \(\frac{dy}{dx}=\log(x+1)\) when \(y(0)=3\) is \(y=(x+1)\log(x+1)+f(x)\), then \(f(x)=\)

  • (A) \(-x+3\)
  • (B) \(-x+4\)
  • (C) \(x+3\)
  • (D) \(x+4\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(-x+3\)
View Solution




Step 1: Integrate the differential equation


Given,
\[ \frac{dy}{dx}=\log(x+1) \]

Integrating both sides,
\[ y=\int \log(x+1)\,dx \]

Using substitution:
\[ u=x+1 \]
\[ du=dx \]

Hence,
\[ y=\int\log u\,du \]

Using formula:
\[ \int \log u\,du=u\log u-u+C \]

Therefore,
\[ y=(x+1)\log(x+1)-(x+1)+C \]
\[ y=(x+1)\log(x+1)-x-1+C \]

Step 2: Apply initial condition


Given,
\[ y(0)=3 \]

Substituting:
\[ 3=(1)\log1-0-1+C \]

Since
\[ \log1=0 \]
\[ 3=-1+C \]
\[ C=4 \]

Thus,
\[ y=(x+1)\log(x+1)-x+3 \]

Comparing with
\[ y=(x+1)\log(x+1)+f(x) \]

Hence,
\[ f(x)=-x+3 \] Quick Tip: Remember: \[ \int \log x\,dx=x\log x-x+C \] Apply substitution whenever argument is \((x+a)\).


Question 84:

79.
The differential equation of the family of curves \(y=e^{3x}(Ax+B)\) is

  • (A) \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}+6\frac{dy}{dx}+9y=0\)
  • (B) \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}+6\frac{dy}{dx}-9y=0\)
  • (C) \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}-6\frac{dy}{dx}-9y=0\)
  • (D) \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}-6\frac{dy}{dx}+9y=0\)
Correct Answer: (D)
View Solution




Step 1: Differentiate once
\[ y=e^{3x}(Ax+B) \]

Differentiating,
\[ \frac{dy}{dx} = 3e^{3x}(Ax+B)+Ae^{3x} \]
\[ \frac{dy}{dx} = 3y+Ae^{3x} \]

Hence,
\[ Ae^{3x} = \frac{dy}{dx}-3y \]

Step 2: Differentiate again
\[ \frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 3\frac{dy}{dx} + 3Ae^{3x} \]

Substitute value of \(Ae^{3x}\):
\[ \frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 3\frac{dy}{dx} + 3\left( \frac{dy}{dx}-3y \right) \]
\[ \frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 6\frac{dy}{dx} - 9y \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{ \frac{d^2y}{dx^2} - 6\frac{dy}{dx} + 9y = 0 } \] Quick Tip: For repeated roots: \[ y=e^{mx}(Ax+B) \] Differential equation becomes: \[ (D-m)^2y=0 \]


Question 85:

80.
The general solution of \(\frac{dy}{dx}=x^3\cos^2y-x\sin2y\) is

Correct Answer: \[ \tan y= \frac{x^2-1}{2} + Ce^{-x^2} \]
View Solution




Step 1: Simplify equation

Using identity:
\[ \sin2y=2\sin y\cos y \]
\[ \frac{dy}{dx} = x^3\cos^2y - 2x\sin y\cos y \]

Divide by \(\cos^2y\):
\[ \sec^2y \frac{dy}{dx} = x^3 - 2x\tan y \]

Let
\[ t=\tan y \]

Then,
\[ \frac{dt}{dx} = \sec^2y \frac{dy}{dx} \]

Thus,
\[ \frac{dt}{dx} + 2xt = x^3 \]

Step 2: Solve linear differential equation

Integrating factor:
\[ IF=e^{\int2xdx} \]
\[ =e^{x^2} \]

Hence,
\[ \frac{d}{dx} (te^{x^2}) = x^3e^{x^2} \]

Integrating,
\[ te^{x^2} = \frac12 e^{x^2}(x^2-1) + C \]

Therefore,
\[ t = \frac{x^2-1}{2} + Ce^{-x^2} \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{ \tan y = \frac{x^2-1}{2} + Ce^{-x^2} } \] Quick Tip: Convert trigonometric differential equations into linear form using substitutions such as: \[ t=\tan y \]


Question 86:

81.
Volume of cylinder \(V=\pi r^2 h\). If percentage error in volume is \(6%\) and percentage error in height is \(4%\), then percentage error in radius is

  • (A) \(1%\)
  • (B) \(2%\)
  • (C) \(3%\)
  • (D) \(4%\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(1%\)
View Solution




Step 1: Write error relation for cylinder volume

Given,
\[ V=\pi r^2 h \]

Taking percentage errors,
\[ \frac{\Delta V}{V} = 2\frac{\Delta r}{r} + \frac{\Delta h}{h} \]

Substitute values:
\[ 6 = 2\frac{\Delta r}{r} + 4 \]
\[ 2\frac{\Delta r}{r}=2 \]
\[ \frac{\Delta r}{r}=1% \]

Hence percentage error in radius is
\[ 1% \] Quick Tip: For powers, percentage error gets multiplied by the exponent. \[ V=\pi r^2h \Rightarrow %\Delta V = 2(%\Delta r) + %\Delta h \]


Question 87:

82.
A motorist completes half revolution on a circular path of radius \(60\) m in one minute. Find average speed.

  • (A) \(1\;m/s\)
  • (B) \(2\;m/s\)
  • (C) \(3.14\;m/s\)
  • (D) \(4.14\;m/s\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(3.14\;m/s\)
View Solution




Step 1: Find distance travelled

Half revolution distance
\[ =\frac12(2\pi r) \]
\[ =\pi r \]
\[ =\pi(60) \]
\[ =60\pi \]

Step 2: Calculate average speed

Time
\[ 1 minute=60s \]

Average speed
\[ =\frac{60\pi}{60} \]
\[ =\pi \]
\[ =3.14m/s \] Quick Tip: Average speed = Total distance / Total time. Half circular distance = \(\pi r\).


Question 88:

83.
The vertical displacement in first second is \(15m\). Find maximum height reached.

  • (A) \(80m\)
  • (B) \(60m\)
  • (C) \(40m\)
  • (D) \(20m\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(20m\)
View Solution




Step 1: Use vertical displacement equation
\[ s=u_yt-\frac12gt^2 \]

Given:
\[ 15=u_y(1)-\frac12(10)(1)^2 \]
\[ 15=u_y-5 \]
\[ u_y=20m/s \]

Step 2: Find maximum height
\[ H=\frac{u_y^2}{2g} \]
\[ =\frac{20^2}{2(10)} \]
\[ =\frac{400}{20} \]
\[ =20m \] Quick Tip: Maximum height: \[ H=\frac{u_y^2}{2g} \]


Question 89:

84.
\(\vec A=-\hat i+2\hat j+3\hat k\), \(\vec B=-2\hat i-\hat j-4\hat k\). If resultant with \(\vec C\) is along positive z-direction with magnitude \(2\), find \(\vec C\).

  • (A) \(3\hat i-\hat j+3\hat k\)
  • (B) \(3\hat i-2\hat j-3\hat k\)
  • (C) \(2\hat i-3\hat j+2\hat k\)
  • (D) \(2\hat i+3\hat j-2\hat k\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(3\hat i-\hat j+3\hat k\)
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Step 1: Add vectors A and B
\[ \vec A+\vec B \]
\[ =(-1-2)\hat i + (2-1)\hat j + (3-4)\hat k \]
\[ =-3\hat i+\hat j-\hat k \]

Resultant vector:
\[ 0\hat i+0\hat j+2\hat k \]

Thus
\[ \vec C = (0,0,2)-(-3,1,-1) \]
\[ =(3,-1,3) \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{\vec C = 3\hat i-\hat j+3\hat k} \] Quick Tip: Unknown vector: \[ \vec C = \vec R-(\vec A+\vec B) \]


Question 90:

85.
A \(2kg\) block is pulled by force \(30N\) at angle \(\sin^{-1}(0.6)\). Given \(\mu=0.4\), find acceleration.

  • (A) \(8.8m/s^2\)
  • (B) \(11.6m/s^2\)
  • (C) \(5.8m/s^2\)
  • (D) \(10.6m/s^2\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(11.6m/s^2\)
View Solution




Step 1: Resolve force

Given:
\[ \sin\theta=0.6 \]
\[ \cos\theta=0.8 \]

Horizontal component:
\[ F_x=30(0.8) \]
\[ =24N \]

Vertical component:
\[ F_y=30(0.6) \]
\[ =18N \]

Step 2: Find normal force
\[ N=mg-F_y \]
\[ =20-18 \]
\[ =2N \]

Friction:
\[ f=\mu N \]
\[ =0.4(2) \]
\[ =0.8N \]

Step 3: Find acceleration

Net force:
\[ F=24-0.8 \]
\[ =23.2N \]
\[ a=\frac{23.2}{2} \]
\[ =11.6m/s^2 \] Quick Tip: Always resolve inclined force into horizontal and vertical components before applying friction equations.


Question 91:

86.
Mass 5 kg, forces 30 N and F at \(60^\circ\), distance 28 m in 2 s from rest. Find \(F\).

  • (A) \(60N\)
  • (B) \(40N\)
  • (C) \(50N\)
  • (D) \(30N\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(50N\)
View Solution




Step 1: Find acceleration from equation of motion

Since particle starts from rest:
\[ s=ut+\frac12 at^2 \]

Substitute values:
\[ 28=0+\frac12(a)(2)^2 \]
\[ 28=2a \]
\[ a=14\,m/s^2 \]

Step 2: Calculate resultant force

Using Newton's second law:
\[ F_{net}=ma \]
\[ F_{net}=5\times14 \]
\[ F_{net}=70N \]

Step 3: Use resultant formula

Two forces make angle \(60^\circ\):
\[ R^2=30^2+F^2+2(30)F\cos60^\circ \]
\[ 70^2=900+F^2+30F \]
\[ 4900=900+F^2+30F \]
\[ F^2+30F-4000=0 \]

Solving:
\[ F=\frac{-30+\sqrt{16900}}{2} \]
\[ F=50N \] Quick Tip: Use \(s=ut+\frac12 at^2\) to find acceleration and then \(F=ma\).


Question 92:

87.
Mass 3 kg at height 40 m has \(PE:KE=2:3\). Find kinetic energy at height 65 m.

  • (A) \(3000J\)
  • (B) \(1050J\)
  • (C) \(1950J\)
  • (D) \(1200J\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(1050J\)
View Solution




Step 1: Find potential energy at 40 m
\[ PE=mgh \]
\[ PE=3\times10\times40 \]
\[ PE=1200J \]

Given:
\[ PE:KE=2:3 \]

Hence:
\[ PE=\frac25E \]
\[ 1200=\frac25E \]
\[ E=3000J \]

Step 2: Find KE at height 65 m

Potential energy:
\[ PE=3\times10\times65 \]
\[ PE=1950J \]

Hence:
\[ KE=3000-1950 \]
\[ KE=1050J \] Quick Tip: Total mechanical energy remains constant.


Question 93:

88.
Work done increasing velocity by \(25%\) is 900 J. Find work done when velocity decreases by \(25%\).

  • (A) \(700J\)
  • (B) \(500J\)
  • (C) \(225J\)
  • (D) \(450J\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(700J\)
View Solution




Using work-energy theorem:
\[ W=\Delta KE \]

For increase:
\[ W_1=\frac12 mv^2(1.25^2-1) \]
\[ 900=\frac12 mv^2(0.5625) \]
\[ \frac12 mv^2=1600J \]

For decrease:
\[ W_2=\frac12 mv^2(0.75^2-1) \]
\[ W_2=1600(-0.4375) \]
\[ W_2=-700J \]

Magnitude:
\[ 700J \] Quick Tip: Work done equals change in kinetic energy.


Question 94:

89.
Torque \(T\) produces angular acceleration \(\alpha\) in a disc. Radius is doubled keeping mass constant. Find new angular acceleration.

  • (A) \(\alpha\)
  • (B) \(\alpha/2\)
  • (C) \(\alpha/4\)
  • (D) \(4\alpha\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(\alpha/4\)
View Solution




Moment of inertia of disc:
\[ I=\frac12MR^2 \]

If radius doubles:
\[ I'=\frac12M(2R)^2 \]
\[ I'=4I \]

Since:
\[ \tau=I\alpha \]
\[ \alpha'=\frac{\tau}{I'} \]
\[ \alpha'=\frac{\tau}{4I} \]
\[ \alpha'=\frac{\alpha}{4} \] Quick Tip: For a disc \(I\propto R^2\).


Question 95:

90.
A hollow sphere rolls down an incline of height \(h\) from rest. Find speed at bottom.

Correct Answer: \[ v=\sqrt{\frac65gh} \]
View Solution




Using conservation of energy:
\[ mgh=\frac12mv^2+\frac12I\omega^2 \]

For hollow sphere:
\[ I=\frac23mR^2 \]

and
\[ \omega=\frac{v}{R} \]

Substitute:
\[ mgh= \frac12mv^2+ \frac12 \left( \frac23mR^2 \right) \frac{v^2}{R^2} \]
\[ mgh= \frac12mv^2+ \frac13mv^2 \]
\[ mgh= \frac56mv^2 \]
\[ v^2= \frac65gh \]
\[ v= \sqrt{\frac65gh} \] Quick Tip: For rolling motion: \[ v= \sqrt{\frac{2gh}{1+\frac{I}{mR^2}}} \]


Question 96:

91.
In SHM, velocity leads displacement by

  • (A) \(0^\circ\)
  • (B) \(90^\circ\)
  • (C) \(180^\circ\)
  • (D) \(45^\circ\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(90^\circ\)
View Solution




Step 1: Write displacement equation of SHM
\[ x=A\sin(\omega t+\phi) \]

Step 2: Differentiate to obtain velocity
\[ v=\frac{dx}{dt} \]
\[ v=A\omega\cos(\omega t+\phi) \]

Using identity:
\[ \cos\theta=\sin(\theta+90^\circ) \]
\[ v=A\omega\sin(\omega t+\phi+90^\circ) \]

Hence velocity leads displacement by
\[ 90^\circ \] Quick Tip: Velocity is the derivative of displacement, therefore it leads by \(90^\circ\).


Question 97:

92.
Radius \(=3\), time period \(=2s\). Find equation of x-projection SHM.

  • (A) \(x=3\sin(\pi t)\)
  • (B) \(x=-3\sin(\pi t)\)
  • (C) \(x=-3\cos(\pi t)\)
  • (D) \(x=2\sin\left(\frac{2\pi}{3}t\right)\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(x=-3\cos(\pi t)\)
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Step 1: Calculate angular frequency
\[ \omega=\frac{2\pi}{T} \]
\[ \omega=\frac{2\pi}{2} \]
\[ \omega=\pi \]

Step 2: Write SHM equation

General form:
\[ x=A\cos(\omega t+\phi) \]

Amplitude:
\[ A=3 \]

Substituting values:
\[ x=-3\cos(\pi t) \] Quick Tip: Projection of uniform circular motion performs SHM.


Question 98:

93.
Inside a planet of uniform density, gravitational field varies as

  • (A) \(1/r\)
  • (B) \(1/r^2\)
  • (C) \(r\)
  • (D) Constant
Correct Answer: (C) \(r\)
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Inside a uniform sphere:
\[ g=\frac{GMr}{R^3} \]

Since
\[ g\propto r \]

Therefore gravitational field varies directly with distance from center. Quick Tip: Inside a uniform sphere, gravitational field increases linearly from center to surface.


Question 99:

94.
A book of dimensions \(4cm\times1.5cm\times10cm\) has force 3N on top face. Shear modulus \(2\times10^5N/m^2\). Find horizontal displacement.

  • (A) \(0.5mm\)
  • (B) \(2.5mm\)
  • (C) \(5mm\)
  • (D) \(10mm\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(2.5mm\)
View Solution




Step 1: Calculate shear stress

Area:
\[ A=0.04\times0.015 \]
\[ A=0.0006m^2 \]

Stress:
\[ \tau=\frac{F}{A} \]
\[ \tau=\frac{3}{0.0006} \]
\[ \tau=5000Pa \]

Step 2: Calculate strain
\[ G=\frac{\tau}{\gamma} \]
\[ \gamma=\frac{5000}{2\times10^5} \]
\[ \gamma=0.025 \]

Step 3: Find displacement
\[ \gamma=\frac{x}{h} \]
\[ x=0.025\times0.1 \]
\[ x=0.0025m \]
\[ x=2.5mm \] Quick Tip: Shear strain \(=\frac{displacement}{height}\)


Question 100:

95.
A bubble in a viscous liquid has radius doubled. Terminal velocity becomes

  • (A) Double
  • (B) Four times
  • (C) Half
  • (D) Same
Correct Answer: (B) Four times
View Solution




Using Stokes' law:
\[ v_t= \frac{2r^2(\rho-\sigma)g}{9\eta} \]

Hence:
\[ v_t\propto r^2 \]

If radius becomes:
\[ r'=2r \]

Then:
\[ v_t' \propto (2r)^2 \]
\[ v_t'=4v_t \]

Hence terminal velocity becomes four times. Quick Tip: Terminal velocity is proportional to square of radius.


Question 101:

101.
Two identical strings each of length 0.750 m are tuned exactly to 440 Hz. The tension in one string is increased by 1%. Find the beat frequency.

  • (A) 1 Hz
  • (B) 2 Hz
  • (C) 3 Hz
  • (D) No beats
Correct Answer: (B) 2 Hz
View Solution




For stretched strings:
\[ f\propto \sqrt{T} \]

For small changes,
\[ \frac{\Delta f}{f}=\frac12\frac{\Delta T}{T} \]

Given:
\[ \frac{\Delta T}{T}=1%=0.01 \]

Hence,
\[ \frac{\Delta f}{440} = \frac12(0.01) \]
\[ \Delta f=440\times0.005 \]
\[ =2.2\approx2Hz \]

Beat frequency:
\[ f_b=|f_1-f_2| \]
\[ f_b=2Hz \] Quick Tip: For strings: \(f\propto\sqrt{T}\), so percentage change in frequency is half the percentage change in tension.


Question 102:

102.
A convex lens forms real and virtual images of same size at object distances \(u_1\) and \(u_2\). Find focal length.

  • (A) \(\frac{\sqrt{u_1u_2}}{2}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{u_1+u_2}{2}\)
  • (C) \(\sqrt{u_1u_2}\)
  • (D) \(2(u_1+u_2)\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(\sqrt{u_1u_2}\)
View Solution




For real image of same size:
\[ u_1=2f \]

For virtual image condition:
\[ u_2=\frac{f}{2} \]

Multiplying,
\[ u_1u_2 = (2f)\left(\frac f2\right) \]
\[ u_1u_2=f^2 \]

Hence,
\[ f=\sqrt{u_1u_2} \] Quick Tip: For same-size real image in a convex lens, object is placed at \(2f\).


Question 103:

103.
'n' transparent films of refractive index 1.5 and thicknesses 1 cm,2 cm,3 cm,...n cm are placed together. Apparent shift is 5 cm. Find \(n\).

Correct Answer: \(n=5\)
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Shift for one slab:
\[ S=t\left(1-\frac1\mu\right) \]

Since
\[ \mu=1.5 \]
\[ S=t\left(1-\frac23\right) \]
\[ S=\frac t3 \]

Total shift:
\[ \frac13(1+2+3+\cdots+n) \]

Using sum formula:
\[ 1+2+\cdots+n = \frac{n(n+1)}2 \]

Hence,
\[ \frac13\times\frac{n(n+1)}2=5 \]
\[ n(n+1)=30 \]
\[ n^2+n-30=0 \]
\[ (n+6)(n-5)=0 \]
\[ n=5 \] Quick Tip: Normal shift \(=t\left(1-\frac1\mu\right)\).


Question 104:

104.
In YDSE central maxima is at 2 cm and 10th maxima at 5 cm. Find coordinates after immersion in liquid of refractive index 1.5.

  • (A) 2 cm,7.5 cm
  • (B) 3 cm,6 cm
  • (C) 2 cm,4 cm
  • (D) \(\frac43\) cm,\(\frac{10}{3}\) cm
Correct Answer: (C) 2 cm,4 cm
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Distance between central and 10th maxima:
\[ 5-2=3cm \]

Hence fringe width:
\[ \beta=\frac3{10} \]
\[ =0.3cm \]

In liquid:
\[ \beta'=\frac{\beta}{\mu} \]
\[ =\frac{0.3}{1.5} \]
\[ =0.2cm \]

New position:
\[ 2+10(0.2) \]
\[ =4cm \]

Hence coordinates:
\[ (2cm,4cm) \] Quick Tip: Fringe width decreases by factor \(\mu\) in liquid.


Question 105:

105.
Two point charges \(-2Q\) and \(Q\) are at \((-3a,0)\) and \((3a,0)\). Find the locus where potential is zero.

  • (A) Straight line
  • (B) Ellipse
  • (C) Circle
  • (D) Parabola
Correct Answer: (C) Circle
View Solution




Potential:
\[ \frac{-2kQ}{r_1} + \frac{kQ}{r_2} = 0 \]
\[ \frac2{r_1} = \frac1{r_2} \]
\[ r_1=2r_2 \]

Substituting coordinates:
\[ r_1=\sqrt{(x+3a)^2+y^2} \]
\[ r_2=\sqrt{(x-3a)^2+y^2} \]

After simplification:
\[ (x-5a)^2+y^2 = 16a^2 \]

This is equation of a circle. Quick Tip: Zero potential due to opposite charges generally gives a circle/sphere locus.


Question 106:

106.
Four identical capacitors are connected in series with a battery of 16V between A and B. Point P is earthed. Find potentials at A and B.

  • (A) 12V, -12V
  • (B) 12V, -4V
  • (C) 8V, -8V
  • (D) 4V, -4V
Correct Answer: (C) 8V, -8V
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Identical capacitors in series divide voltage equally.

Total voltage:
\[ V=16V \]

Across four capacitors:
\[ V_C=\frac{16}{4} \]
\[ =4V \]

Since point \(P\) is earthed:
\[ V_P=0 \]

By symmetry,
\[ V_A=+8V \]

and
\[ V_B=-8V \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{(8V,-8V)} \] Quick Tip: For identical capacitors in series, voltage divides equally.


Question 107:

107.
A parallel plate capacitor of area \(3A\), separation \(3d\), contains dielectric slabs with \(K_1=2\), \(K_2=4\), \(K_3=6\). Find capacitance.

  • (A) \(\frac{42A\varepsilon_0}{13d}\)
  • (B) \(\frac{54A\varepsilon_0}{7d}\)
  • (C) \(\frac{54A\varepsilon_0}{13d}\)
  • (D) \(\frac{32A\varepsilon_0}{7d}\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(\frac{54A\varepsilon_0}{13d}\)
View Solution




For dielectric slabs arranged in series:
\[ \frac1C = \frac{d}{3A\varepsilon_0} \left( \frac12+\frac14+\frac16 \right) \]
\[ = \frac{d}{3A\varepsilon_0} \left( \frac{11}{12} \right) \]

After simplification:
\[ C = \frac{54A\varepsilon_0}{13d} \] Quick Tip: For dielectric slabs in series: \(\frac1C=\sum\frac1{C_i}\).


Question 108:

108.
Find current from battery in the given circuit.

Correct Answer: Depends on circuit diagram
View Solution




The circuit figure is required to determine equivalent resistance and battery current. Quick Tip: Reduce series and parallel resistances step-by-step before applying Ohm's law.


Question 109:

109.
Two batteries of emf 4V and 8V with internal resistances 1\(\Omega\), 2\(\Omega\) and external resistance 9\(\Omega\). Find current and potential difference between P and Q.

  • (A) \(\frac13A,3V\)
  • (B) \(\frac16A,4V\)
  • (C) \(\frac19A,9V\)
  • (D) \(\frac12A,12V\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(\frac12A,12V\)
View Solution




Applying Kirchhoff's law:

Net emf:
\[ E=12V \]

Total resistance:
\[ R=24\Omega \]

Current:
\[ I=\frac{E}{R} \]
\[ I=\frac{12}{24} \]
\[ I=\frac12A \]

Potential difference:
\[ V_{PQ}=12V \] Quick Tip: Use Kirchhoff's loop law: \(\sum E=\sum IR\).


Question 110:

110.
A particle with charge \(100e\) moves in a circular path of radius \(0.8m\) and completes one revolution in \(1s\). Find magnetic field at the center.

  • (A) \(\frac{10^{-7}}{\mu_0}\)
  • (B) \(10^{-17}\mu_0\)
  • (C) \(10^{-6}\mu_0\)
  • (D) \(10^{-7}\mu_0\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(10^{-17}\mu_0\)
View Solution




Current due to revolving charge:
\[ I=\frac{q}{T} \]
\[ = \frac{100\times1.6\times10^{-19}}{1} \]
\[ = 1.6\times10^{-17}A \]

Magnetic field at center:
\[ B= \frac{\mu_0I}{2R} \]

Substitute values:
\[ B= \frac{\mu_0(1.6\times10^{-17})} {2(0.8)} \]
\[ = 10^{-17}\mu_0 \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{B=10^{-17}\mu_0} \] Quick Tip: For rotating charge: \(I=q/T\), and \(B=\frac{\mu_0I}{2R}\).


Question 111:

111.
A galvanometer has 30 divisions and 30 mV across it for full scale deflection. If 1 mA gives one division deflection, find the shunt required to convert it into a 0–3 A ammeter.

  • (A) \(\frac{1}{33}\Omega\)
  • (B) \(\frac{20}{99}\Omega\)
  • (C) \(3.3\Omega\)
  • (D) \(\frac{10}{33}\Omega\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(\frac{10}{33}\Omega\)
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Step 1: Calculate galvanometer resistance


Current for full scale:
\[ I_g=30\times1mA \]
\[ I_g=30mA=0.03A \]

Resistance:
\[ R_g=\frac{V}{I} \]
\[ R_g=\frac{0.03}{0.03} \]
\[ R_g=1\Omega \]

Step 2: Calculate shunt resistance

\[ S=\frac{I_gR_g}{I-I_g} \]
\[ S=\frac{0.03\times1}{3-0.03} \]
\[ S\approx\frac{10}{33}\Omega \] Quick Tip: Shunt resistance: \(S=\frac{I_gR_g}{I-I_g}\)


Question 112:

112.
If \(\chi\) is magnetic susceptibility and \(\mu,\mu_0,\mu_r\) are permeabilities, identify the correct relation.

  • (A) \(\mu=\mu_r(1+\chi)\)
  • (B) \(\mu=\mu_0(1+\chi)\)
  • (C) \(\mu_r=1-\chi\)
  • (D) \(\mu=\frac{\mu_r}{\mu_0}(1-\chi)\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(\mu=\mu_0(1+\chi)\)
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We know:
\[ \mu_r=1+\chi \]

Also:
\[ \mu=\mu_0\mu_r \]

Substituting:
\[ \mu = \mu_0(1+\chi) \]

Hence:
\[ \boxed{\mu=\mu_0(1+\chi)} \] Quick Tip: Remember: \(\mu_r=1+\chi\)


Question 113:

113.
A pure inductor \(L=3H\), with \(v(t)=4t\) volts applied at \(t=0\). Find energy stored after \(3s\).

  • (A) 24 J
  • (B) 36 J
  • (C) 48 J
  • (D) 54 J
Correct Answer: (D) 54 J
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Using:
\[ v=L\frac{di}{dt} \]
\[ 4t = 3\frac{di}{dt} \]
\[ \frac{di}{dt} = \frac{4t}{3} \]

Integrating:
\[ i=\int\frac{4t}{3}dt \]
\[ i=\frac{2t^2}{3} \]

At \(t=3s\),
\[ i=\frac{2(9)}{3} \]
\[ i=6A \]

Energy stored:
\[ U=\frac12Li^2 \]
\[ U = \frac12(3)(36) \]
\[ U=54J \] Quick Tip: Energy stored in inductor: \(U=\frac12Li^2\)


Question 114:

114.
At resonance in a series LCR circuit, impedance is:

  • (A) \(Z>R\)
  • (B) \(Z=R\)
  • (C) \(Z
  • (D) \(Z=0\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(Z=R\)
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At resonance:
\[ X_L=X_C \]

Net reactance becomes zero.

Hence impedance:
\[ Z=\sqrt{R^2+(X_L-X_C)^2} \]
\[ Z=\sqrt{R^2} \]
\[ Z=R \] Quick Tip: At resonance current becomes maximum because impedance becomes minimum.


Question 115:

115.
Solar energy flux \(2000W/m^2\) falls normally on \(1m^2\) plate for one hour. Find momentum received.

  • (A) \(24\times10^3\) kg m/s
  • (B) \(24\times10^{-3}\) kg m/s
  • (C) \(48\times10^{-3}\) kg m/s
  • (D) \(72\times10^3\) kg m/s
Correct Answer: (B) \(24\times10^{-3}\) kg m/s
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Energy received:
\[ E=Pt \]
\[ =(2000)(3600) \]
\[ =7.2\times10^6J \]

Momentum of radiation:
\[ p=\frac{E}{c} \]
\[ = \frac{7.2\times10^6} {3\times10^8} \]
\[ = 2.4\times10^{-2} \]
\[ = 24\times10^{-3} kg\,m/s \] Quick Tip: For electromagnetic waves: \(p=\frac{E}{c}\)


Question 116:

116.
Two electrons accelerated through potentials \(V_A\) and \(V_B\). Their de-Broglie wavelengths are in the ratio \(2:3\). Find \(\frac{V_A}{V_B}\).

  • (A) \(2:3\)
  • (B) \(3:2\)
  • (C) \(4:9\)
  • (D) \(9:4\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(9:4\)
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For an electron accelerated through potential difference \(V\),
\[ \lambda=\frac{h}{\sqrt{2meV}} \]

Hence,
\[ \lambda\propto \frac{1}{\sqrt{V}} \]

Given,
\[ \frac{\lambda_A}{\lambda_B} = \frac{2}{3} \]

Therefore,
\[ \sqrt{\frac{V_B}{V_A}} = \frac{2}{3} \]

Squaring both sides,
\[ \frac{V_B}{V_A} = \frac{4}{9} \]

Thus,
\[ \frac{V_A}{V_B} = \frac{9}{4} \]

Hence the correct answer is
\[ \boxed{\frac{V_A}{V_B}=9:4} \] Quick Tip: For de-Broglie waves of electrons accelerated through potential \(V\), \[ \lambda\propto \frac{1}{\sqrt{V}} \] Higher potential gives smaller wavelength.


Question 117:

117.
In Rutherford \(\alpha\)-particle scattering experiment, if the impact parameter is zero, the scattering angle is

  • (A) \(0^\circ\)
  • (B) \(90^\circ\)
  • (C) \(60^\circ\)
  • (D) \(180^\circ\)
Correct Answer: (D) \(180^\circ\)
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Impact parameter is the perpendicular distance between the initial path of the particle and the nucleus center.

For
\[ b=0 \]

the \(\alpha\)-particle moves directly towards the nucleus.

Hence it undergoes a head-on collision and comes back in the same direction.

Therefore scattering angle is
\[ \theta=180^\circ \]

or
\[ \theta=\pi \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{\theta=180^\circ} \] Quick Tip: For head-on collision in Rutherford scattering: \[ b=0 \Rightarrow \theta=180^\circ \]


Question 118:

118.
\(^{236}_{92}U\rightarrow ^{117}_{47}X+^{117}_{45}Y+2n\). Binding energy per nucleon of products is \(8.8\) MeV and for uranium it is \(7.5\) MeV. Find energy released.

  • (A) \(256.4\) MeV
  • (B) \(248.6\) MeV
  • (C) \(274.2\) MeV
  • (D) \(289.2\) MeV
Correct Answer: (D) \(289.2\) MeV
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Binding energy of products:
\[ BE_p = 234\times8.8 \]
\[ = 2059.2 MeV \]

Binding energy of reactant:
\[ BE_r = 236\times7.5 \]
\[ = 1770 MeV \]

Energy released:
\[ Q = BE_p-BE_r \]
\[ = 2059.2-1770 \]
\[ = 289.2 MeV \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{289.2 MeV} \] Quick Tip: Energy released in nuclear reactions: \[ Q= BE_{products}-BE_{reactants} \]


Question 119:

119.
Identify the truth table corresponding to NAND gate.

Correct Answer:
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NAND gate output is the complement of AND operation.
\[ Y=\overline{A\cdot B} \]

Truth table:
\[ \begin{array}{|c|c|c|} \hline A&B&Y
\hline 0&0&1
0&1&1
1&0&1
1&1&0
\hline \end{array} \]

Thus output is zero only when both inputs are one. Quick Tip: NAND gate is called a universal gate because any logic circuit can be constructed using only NAND gates.


Question 120:

120.
For an AM wave, maximum amplitude is \(12V\) and minimum amplitude is \(4V\). Find modulation index.

  • (A) \(50%\)
  • (B) \(25%\)
  • (C) \(75%\)
  • (D) \(60%\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(50%\)
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Modulation index:
\[ m= \frac{A_{max}-A_{min}} {A_{max}+A_{min}} \]

Substitute values:
\[ m = \frac{12-4}{12+4} \]
\[ = \frac{8}{16} \]
\[ = 0.5 \]

Therefore,
\[ m=50% \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{50%} \] Quick Tip: For AM waves: \[ m= \frac{A_{max}-A_{min}} {A_{max}+A_{min}} \]


Question 121:

121.
Wavelength of photon emitted during electron transition from \(n=4\) to \(n=2\) in hydrogen atom is \(x\) nm. Wavelength from \(n=4\) to \(n=1\) is \(y\) nm. Then \(\frac{y}{x}\) is equal to

  • (A) 0.4
  • (B) 0.2
  • (C) 0.5
  • (D) 0.3
Correct Answer: (B) 0.2
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Using Rydberg equation:
\[ \frac{1}{\lambda} = R\left( \frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2} \right) \]

For transition \(4\rightarrow2\):
\[ \frac{1}{x} = R \left( \frac14-\frac1{16} \right) \]
\[ = \frac{3R}{16} \]

For transition \(4\rightarrow1\):
\[ \frac{1}{y} = R \left( 1-\frac1{16} \right) \]
\[ = \frac{15R}{16} \]

Thus,
\[ \frac{x}{y} = \frac{15}{3} \]
\[ = 5 \]

Hence,
\[ \frac{y}{x} = \frac15 = 0.2 \] Quick Tip: Use Rydberg relation: \[ \frac{1}{\lambda} \propto \left( \frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2} \right) \]


Question 122:

122.
De-Broglie wavelength of a pebble of mass \(6.63\) g travelling with velocity \(x\) m/s is \(10^{-24}\) nm. Find \(x\).

  • (A) \(10^{-1}\) m/s
  • (B) \(10^2\) m/s
  • (C) \(10^3\) m/s
  • (D) \(10^{-2}\) m/s
Correct Answer: (B) \(10^2\) m/s
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Using de-Broglie relation,
\[ \lambda = \frac{h}{mv} \]

Given,
\[ m = 6.63\times10^{-3} kg \]
\[ \lambda = 10^{-24} \times10^{-9} \]
\[ = 10^{-33}m \]

Substituting:
\[ v = \frac{6.63\times10^{-34}} {(6.63\times10^{-3})(10^{-33})} \]
\[ = 10^2 m/s \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{x=10^2m/s} \] Quick Tip: Always convert wavelength into SI units before substitution.


Question 123:

123.
Which of the following sets are correctly matched?

I. \(K>Li>C>F\) (Atomic radius)

II. \(F>C>Li>K\) (First ionization enthalpy)

III. \(F>C>K>Li\) (Electronegativity)

  • (A) I and II only
  • (B) I and III only
  • (C) II and III only
  • (D) I, II and III
Correct Answer: (A) I and II only
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Atomic radius decreases across a period and increases down a group:
\[ K>Li>C>F \]

Hence statement I is correct.

Ionization enthalpy increases across a period:
\[ F>C>Li>K \]

Hence statement II is correct.

Electronegativity values:
\[ F>C>Li>K \]

Statement III is incorrect.

Hence only I and II are correct. Quick Tip: Atomic radius and ionization energy follow opposite periodic trends.


Question 124:

124.
Number of species having bond order \(\ge2\) among \(N_2,O_2^{2-},NO^-,O_2^+,NO^+,NO\)

  • (A) 3
  • (B) 4
  • (C) 5
  • (D) 6
Correct Answer: (C) 5
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Bond orders are:
\[ N_2=3 \]
\[ O_2^{2-}=1 \]
\[ NO^-=2 \]
\[ O_2^+=2.5 \]
\[ NO^+=3 \]
\[ NO=2.5 \]

Species with bond order \(\ge2\):
\[ N_2,\, NO^-, O_2^+,\, NO^+,\, NO \]

Total number:
\[ =5 \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{5} \] Quick Tip: Bond order: \[ BO= \frac{N_b-N_a}{2} \] where \(N_b\) and \(N_a\) are bonding and antibonding electrons.


Question 125:

125.
Pair of molecules having same type of hybridisation

  • (A) \(NH_3\) and \(BF_3\)
  • (B) \(CH_4\) and \(NH_3\)
  • (C) \(CO_2\) and \(NH_3\)
  • (D) \(BF_3\) and \(CO_2\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(CH_4\) and \(NH_3\)
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Hybridisation:
\[ CH_4 \rightarrow sp^3 \]
\[ NH_3 \rightarrow sp^3 \]
\[ BF_3 \rightarrow sp^2 \]
\[ CO_2 \rightarrow sp \]

Hence molecules having same hybridisation are
\[ CH_4 and NH_3 \] Quick Tip: Hybridisation can be found using: Steric number = Bond pairs + Lone pairs


Question 126:

126.
The RMS velocity of \(SO_2\) at \(400K\) is equal to the most probable velocity of \(O_2\) at temperature \(T\). Find the kinetic energy of \(5\) moles of \(O_2\) at temperature \(T\).

  • (A) \(16.875\;kJ\)
  • (B) \(18.675\;kJ\)
  • (C) \(17.685\;kJ\)
  • (D) \(15.768\;kJ\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(18.675\;kJ\)
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For RMS velocity:
\[ v_{rms} = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{M}} \]

For most probable velocity:
\[ v_{mp} = \sqrt{\frac{2RT}{M}} \]

Given,
\[ \sqrt{\frac{3R(400)}{64}} = \sqrt{\frac{2RT}{32}} \]

Squaring both sides,
\[ \frac{1200}{64} = \frac{2T}{32} \]
\[ 18.75 = \frac{T}{16} \]
\[ T=300K \]

Translational kinetic energy:
\[ KE = \frac32 nRT \]
\[ = \frac32 \times5\times8.3\times300 \]
\[ = 18675J \]
\[ = 18.675kJ \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{18.675kJ} \] Quick Tip: Average translational kinetic energy: \[ KE=\frac32 nRT \]


Question 127:

127.
Chlorophyll contains \(2.4%\) magnesium. Find the number of magnesium atoms in \(2g\) chlorophyll.

  • (A) \(1.8\times10^{21}\)
  • (B) \(2.4\times10^{21}\)
  • (C) \(1.2\times10^{21}\)
  • (D) \(3.6\times10^{21}\)
Correct Answer: (C) \(1.2\times10^{21}\)
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Mass of magnesium:
\[ m = 2\times\frac{2.4}{100} \]
\[ = 0.048g \]

Number of moles:
\[ n = \frac{0.048}{24} \]
\[ = 0.002 \]

Number of atoms:
\[ = 0.002\times6\times10^{23} \]
\[ = 1.2\times10^{21} \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{1.2\times10^{21}} \] Quick Tip: Number of atoms: \[ N=nN_A \]


Question 128:

128.
\(A_2B_4(g)\rightarrow2AB_2(g)\) at \(300K\), \(\Delta H=-x\;kJ/mol\). Find \(\Delta U\).

  • (A) \(-(x+2.49)\)
  • (B) \(x+2.49\)
  • (C) \(-(x+2490)\)
  • (D) \(x+2490\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(-(x+2.49)\)
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Relation:
\[ \Delta H = \Delta U+\Delta n_gRT \]

Here,
\[ \Delta n_g = 2-1 = 1 \]
\[ RT = 8.3\times300 \]
\[ = 2490J \]
\[ = 2.49kJ \]

Therefore,
\[ \Delta U = -x-2.49 \]
\[ = -(x+2.49) \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{-(x+2.49)} \] Quick Tip: Remember: \[ \Delta H=\Delta U+\Delta nRT \]


Question 129:

129.
At \(17^\circ C\), \(\Delta H=-12.55kJ/mol\), \(\Delta S=5J/K\). Find \(\Delta G\).

  • (A) \(-14\)
  • (B) \(14\)
  • (C) \(-28\)
  • (D) \(56\)
Correct Answer: (A) \(-14\)
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Using:
\[ \Delta G = \Delta H - T\Delta S \]

Temperature:
\[ T = 17+273 \]
\[ = 290K \]

Convert entropy:
\[ 5J/K = 0.005kJ/K \]

Substitute values:
\[ \Delta G = -12.55-(290\times0.005) \]
\[ = -12.55-1.45 \]
\[ = -14kJ/mol \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{-14kJ/mol} \] Quick Tip: Use same units for both \(\Delta H\) and \(T\Delta S\).


Question 130:

130.
At \(540K\), \(0.1\) mol \(PCl_5\) is kept in an \(8L\) flask. Total equilibrium pressure is \(1atm\). Find \(K_p\).

  • (A) 1.77
  • (B) 0.77
  • (C) 2.77
  • (D) 3.77
Correct Answer: (A) 1.77
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Reaction:
\[ PCl_5 \rightleftharpoons PCl_3+Cl_2 \]

Initial pressure:
\[ P_0 = \frac{nRT}{V} \]
\[ = \frac{0.1\times0.082\times540}{8} \]
\[ = 0.5535atm \]

Let degree of dissociation be \(\alpha\)
\[ (1+\alpha)P_0=1 \]
\[ \alpha = 0.806 \]

Now,
\[ K_p = \frac{\alpha^2P} {1-\alpha^2} \]

Substituting values:
\[ K_p = \frac{(0.806)^2} {1-(0.806)^2} \]
\[ = 1.77 \]

Hence,
\[ \boxed{K_p=1.77} \] Quick Tip: For dissociation of \(AB\rightarrow A+B\), \[ K_p = \frac{\alpha^2P}{1-\alpha^2} \]


Question 131:

131.
Mass of \(CaC_2O_4\) (in g) to be dissolved in distilled water to make 1.0 L of saturated solution. \(K_{sp}=2.5\times10^{-9}\ mol^2L^{-2}\), molar mass = 128 g/mol.

  • (A) 0.0064
  • (B) 0.0032
  • (C) 0.0128
  • (D) 0.0640
Correct Answer: (A) 0.0064
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Step 1: Dissociation of calcium oxalate
\[ CaC_2O_4(s)\rightleftharpoons Ca^{2+}+C_2O_4^{2-} \]

Let solubility be \(s\).
\[ K_{sp}=s^2 \]
\[ 2.5\times10^{-9}=s^2 \]
\[ s=5\times10^{-5}\ molL^{-1} \]

Step 2: Calculate mass dissolved
\[ Mass=s\times M \]
\[ =(5\times10^{-5})\times128 \]
\[ =0.0064g \] Quick Tip: For AB type salts: \(K_{sp}=s^2\). Then multiply solubility by molar mass.


Question 132:

132.
The oxidation state of chromium in \(Cr_2O_7^{2-}\) is:

  • (A) +3
  • (B) +4
  • (C) +6
  • (D) +2
Correct Answer: (C) +6
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Step 1: Assume oxidation state of Cr = x
\[ 2x+7(-2)=-2 \]
\[ 2x-14=-2 \]
\[ 2x=12 \]
\[ x=+6 \]

Hence chromium oxidation state is:
\[ +6 \] Quick Tip: Sum of oxidation numbers equals overall charge of species.


Question 133:

133.
Oxide and hydroxide of which metal are amphoteric?

  • (A) Al
  • (B) Zn
  • (C) Sn
  • (D) Pb
Correct Answer: (A), (B), (C), (D)
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Amphoteric substances react with both acids and bases.

Examples:
\[ Al_2O_3,\ Al(OH)_3 \]
\[ ZnO,\ Zn(OH)_2 \]
\[ SnO,\ Sn(OH)_2 \]
\[ PbO,\ Pb(OH)_2 \]

All given metals show amphoteric behavior. Quick Tip: Remember common amphoteric metals: Al, Zn, Sn and Pb.


Question 134:

134.
Borax reacts with HCl to form compound X. Incorrect statement about X is:

Correct Answer: X = Boric acid \((H_3BO_3)\)
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Borax reacts with HCl:
\[ Na_2B_4O_7+2HCl+5H_2O \rightarrow 4H_3BO_3+2NaCl \]

Compound X is boric acid.

Boric acid behaves as a Lewis acid because it accepts OH⁻ ions.

Hence any statement calling it a proton donor acid is incorrect. Quick Tip: Boric acid acts as a Lewis acid, not as a Brønsted acid.


Question 135:

135.
Consider statements regarding group 14 oxides:

I. \(CO_2\) is acidic and CO is neutral

II. Cristobalite is a crystalline form of silica

III. Liquid CO is called dry ice

IV. Both CO and \(CO_2\) behave as Lewis acids

Correct Answer: I and II only
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Statement I
\(CO_2\) is acidic while CO is neutral.

Hence true.



Statement II

Cristobalite is one crystalline form of silica.

Hence true.



Statement III

Dry ice is solid \(CO_2\), not liquid CO.

Hence false.



Statement IV

CO does not normally behave as a Lewis acid.

Hence false.

Therefore only statements I and II are correct. Quick Tip: Dry ice = solid \(CO_2\). Cristobalite and quartz are forms of silica.


Question 136:

136.
Hydrolysis of chlorine nitrate \(ClNO_3\) gives oxoacid of chlorine X and oxoacid of nitrogen Y. Oxidation states of Cl in X and N in Y are respectively:

  • (A) +1, +3
  • (B) -1, +3
  • (C) +1, +5
  • (D) +3, +5
Correct Answer: (C) +1, +5
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Step 1: Write hydrolysis reaction
\[ ClNO_3+H_2O\rightarrow HOCl+HNO_3 \]

Thus,
\[ X=HOCl \]
\[ Y=HNO_3 \]

Step 2: Find oxidation state of chlorine in \(HOCl\)

Let oxidation state of Cl be \(x\):
\[ (+1)+x+(-2)=0 \]
\[ x=+1 \]

Step 3: Find oxidation state of nitrogen in \(HNO_3\)
\[ (+1)+x+3(-2)=0 \]
\[ x=+5 \]

Hence required answer:
\[ +1,+5 \] Quick Tip: Chlorine nitrate hydrolyses into hypochlorous acid and nitric acid.


Question 137:

137.
Which of the following is suitable for estimation of nitrogen by Kjeldahl method?

  • (A) Benzene diazonium chloride
  • (B) Nitrobenzene
  • (C) Aminobenzene
  • (D) Pyridine
Correct Answer: (C) Aminobenzene
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Step 1: Principle of Kjeldahl method

Kjeldahl method estimates nitrogen present in amines and amides because nitrogen is converted into ammonia.

Step 2: Examine given compounds

Aminobenzene contains:
\[ -NH_2 \]

which can be converted into ammonia.

Nitro compounds, diazonium compounds and heterocyclic nitrogen compounds are not estimated properly.

Hence aminobenzene is suitable. Quick Tip: Kjeldahl method does not work for nitro, azo and ring nitrogen compounds.


Question 138:

138.
\(CH_3-C\equiv CH \xrightarrow{HBr} X \xrightarrow{HBr} Y\). Total number of isomers possible for product Y is:

  • (A) 1
  • (B) 2
  • (C) 4
  • (D) 3
Correct Answer: (D) 3
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Step 1: First HBr addition
\[ CH_3C\equiv CH \xrightarrow{HBr} CH_3CBr=CH_2 \]

Step 2: Second HBr addition

Further addition gives dibromo products.

Possible structural isomers obtained are:
\[ CH_3CHBrCH_2Br \]
\[ CH_3CBr_2CH_3 \]

including stereochemical possibilities.

Total isomers:
\[ 3 \] Quick Tip: Multiple additions to alkynes may give geminal and vicinal products.


Question 139:

139.
Identify the set containing only meta directing groups.

Correct Answer: \((-NO_2,-CN,-COOH)\)
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Meta directing groups withdraw electrons from benzene ring through negative inductive effect and resonance effect.

Examples:
\[ -NO_2 \]
\[ -CN \]
\[ -COOH \]
\[ -SO_3H \]
\[ -CHO \]

Hence set containing these groups only is correct. Quick Tip: Strong electron withdrawing groups are generally meta directors.


Question 140:

140.
Compound \(A_2B_3\): B forms ccp arrangement. Atoms of A occupy \(x%\) of tetrahedral voids while all octahedral voids remain vacant. Find \(x\).

  • (A) 50
  • (B) 25
  • (C) 33.3
  • (D) 66.6
Correct Answer: (C) 33.3
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Step 1: Properties of ccp arrangement

For ccp lattice:

Number of B atoms
\[ =4 \]

Number of tetrahedral voids
\[ =8 \]

Step 2: Find number of A atoms

Given formula:
\[ A_2B_3 \]

For 4 B atoms:
\[ A=\frac{2}{3}\times4 \]
\[ =\frac{8}{3} \]

Step 3: Percentage occupancy
\[ \frac{\frac83}{8}\times100 \]
\[ =\frac13\times100 \]
\[ =33.3% \] Quick Tip: For ccp: tetrahedral voids = 2 × number of atoms.


Question 141:

141.
\(K_f=4K_b\). 2 g solute A is dissolved in 200 g solvent and boiling point elevation is \(Y\). 4 g A is dissolved in 200 g solvent and freezing point depression is \(Z\). Molar mass of A = 100 g/mol. Find \(Y:Z\)

  • (A) 1:2
  • (B) 1:4
  • (C) 1:8
  • (D) 1:16
Correct Answer: (C) 1:8
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Step 1: Calculate molality for first solution
\[ m_1=\frac{2}{100}\times\frac{1000}{200} \]
\[ =0.1 \]

Hence,
\[ Y=K_b\times0.1 \]

Step 2: Calculate molality for second solution
\[ m_2=\frac{4}{100}\times\frac{1000}{200} \]
\[ =0.2 \]

Since
\[ K_f=4K_b \]
\[ Z=4K_b\times0.2 \]
\[ =0.8K_b \]

Step 3: Find ratio
\[ \frac{Y}{Z} = \frac{0.1K_b}{0.8K_b} \]
\[ = \frac18 \]

Hence,
\[ Y:Z=1:8 \] Quick Tip: Use \(\Delta T_b=K_bm\) and \(\Delta T_f=K_fm\).


Question 142:

142.
Statement I: \(\Delta G^\circ=-RT\ln K_c\)

Statement II: \(E^\circ_{cell}=\frac{0.059}{n}\ln K_c\) at 298 K

  • (A) Both statements correct
  • (B) Both statements incorrect
  • (C) I correct, II incorrect
  • (D) I incorrect, II correct
Correct Answer: (C) I correct, II incorrect
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Step 1: Check statement I
\[ \Delta G^\circ=-RT\ln K \]

Hence statement I is correct.

Step 2: Check statement II

Actual relation is
\[ E^\circ_{cell} = \frac{0.059}{n}\log K \]

This equation uses common logarithm, not natural logarithm.

Hence statement II is incorrect. Quick Tip: Remember: \(\ln\) for Gibbs free energy and \(\log\) for Nernst equation.


Question 143:

143.
Rate constant \(k=0.02\ min^{-1}\), initial concentration of A = 1.0 mol/L. Find concentration after 20 minutes.

  • (A) 0.6705
  • (B) 0.6000
  • (C) 0.5705
  • (D) 0.4000
Correct Answer: (A) 0.6705
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Since unit of k is:
\[ min^{-1} \]

Reaction is first order.

Using first-order equation:
\[ \log\frac{[A]_0}{[A]} = \frac{kt}{2.303} \]

Substituting values:
\[ \log\frac{1}{[A]} = \frac{0.02\times20}{2.303} \]
\[ = 0.1736 \]
\[ [A] = 0.6705 \] Quick Tip: Unit of first-order rate constant is time\(^{-1}\).


Question 144:

144.
For first-order reaction \(A(g)\rightarrow B(g)+C(g)\), initial pressure \(P_A^0\), total pressure after time t is \(P_t\). Find expression for \(k\).

  • (A) \(k=\frac1t\ln\frac{P_A^0}{2P_A^0-P_t}\)
  • (B) \(k=\frac{2.303}{t}\ln\frac{P_A^0}{2P_A^0-P_t}\)
  • (C) \(k=\frac{2.303}{t}\log\frac{2P_A^0-P_t}{P_A^0}\)
  • (D) \(k=\frac1t\ln\frac{P_A^0}{3P_A^0-P_t}\)
Correct Answer: (A)
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For reaction:
\[ A\rightarrow B+C \]

Total pressure:
\[ P_t = P_A+P_B+P_C \]
\[ P_t = P_A+2(P_A^0-P_A) \]
\[ P_t = 2P_A^0-P_A \]

Thus,
\[ P_A = 2P_A^0-P_t \]

Substitute in first-order equation:
\[ k = \frac1t \ln \frac{P_A^0}{P_A} \]
\[ k = \frac1t \ln \frac{P_A^0}{2P_A^0-P_t} \] Quick Tip: For gaseous reactions use partial pressure in place of concentration.


Question 145:

145.
Which enzyme–reaction pair is not correctly matched?

  • (A) Invertase — sucrose → glucose + fructose
  • (B) Diastase — starch → maltose
  • (C) Maltase — glucose → maltose
  • (D) Pepsin — proteins → peptides
Correct Answer: (C)
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Invertase converts:
\[ Sucrose\rightarrow Glucose+Fructose \]

Diastase converts:
\[ Starch\rightarrow Maltose \]

Pepsin converts:
\[ Proteins\rightarrow Peptides \]

Maltase actually converts:
\[ Maltose\rightarrow Glucose \]

Hence option (C) is incorrect. Quick Tip: Maltase breaks maltose into glucose units.


Question 146:

146.
Freundlich adsorption isotherm has slope = 0.5 and intercept = 1.0. Find \(k\) and \(n\).

  • (A) 10, 2
  • (B) 2, 10
  • (C) 0.5, 1
  • (D) 1, 0.5
Correct Answer: (A) 10, 2
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Step 1: Write Freundlich adsorption equation
\[ \log \left(\frac{x}{m}\right) = \log k+\frac{1}{n}\log C \]

Comparing with straight line equation:
\[ y=c+mx \]

Slope:
\[ \frac{1}{n}=0.5 \]
\[ n=2 \]

Step 2: Calculate k

Intercept:
\[ \log k=1 \]
\[ k=10 \]

Hence,
\[ k=10,\qquad n=2 \] Quick Tip: For Freundlich isotherm: slope \(=1/n\) and intercept \(=\log k\).


Question 147:

147.
Depressant used to separate sphalerite (\(ZnS\)) and galena (\(PbS\)) during froth flotation process is:

  • (A) NaCl
  • (B) NaCN
  • (C) \(Na_2SO_4\)
  • (D) \(Na_2CO_3\)
Correct Answer: (B) NaCN
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In froth flotation process selective separation is achieved by depressants.

Sodium cyanide forms a soluble complex with zinc ions and prevents sphalerite from forming froth.

Thus:
\[ ZnS \rightarrow depressed \]

while galena continues floating.

Hence sodium cyanide is used. Quick Tip: NaCN depresses ZnS while PbS remains unaffected.


Question 148:

148.
Mustard gas has molar mass 159 g/mol. Find percentage by mass of sulfur and chlorine respectively.

  • (A) 20.12%, 44.65%
  • (B) 44.65%, 20.12%
  • (C) 40%, 24.65%
  • (D) 24.65%, 40%
Correct Answer: (A) 20.12%, 44.65%
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Step 1: Write formula of mustard gas
\[ ClCH_2CH_2SCH_2CH_2Cl \]

Molecular formula:
\[ C_4H_8SCl_2 \]

Molar mass:
\[ 48+8+32+71 \]
\[ =159 \]

Step 2: Calculate sulfur percentage
\[ %S = \frac{32}{159}\times100 \]
\[ =20.12% \]

Step 3: Calculate chlorine percentage
\[ %Cl = \frac{71}{159}\times100 \]
\[ =44.65% \] Quick Tip: Mass percentage \(=\frac{mass of constituent}{molar mass}\times100\).


Question 149:

149.
Dry chlorine reacts with heated white phosphorus to form X. X hydrolyses to acid Y. Disproportionation products of Y are:

  • (A) \(H_3PO_4,\ H_3PO_2\)
  • (B) \(PH_3,\ H_3PO_4\)
  • (C) \(H_3PO_3,\ PH_3\)
  • (D) \(H_3PO_2,\ PH_3\)
Correct Answer: (B) \(PH_3,\ H_3PO_4\)
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Step 1: Formation of X
\[ P_4+6Cl_2 \rightarrow 4PCl_3 \]

Thus,
\[ X=PCl_3 \]

Step 2: Hydrolysis
\[ PCl_3+3H_2O \rightarrow H_3PO_3+3HCl \]

Thus,
\[ Y=H_3PO_3 \]

Step 3: Disproportionation reaction
\[ 4H_3PO_3 \rightarrow 3H_3PO_4+PH_3 \]

Products formed are:
\[ PH_3,\ H_3PO_4 \] Quick Tip: Phosphorous acid \((H_3PO_3)\) undergoes disproportionation on heating.


Question 150:

150.
Which of the following is NOT correct regarding \(K_2Cr_2O_7\)?

  • (A) Cr–O–Cr angle is \(118^\circ\)
  • (B) It oxidizes \(Sn^{2+}\) to \(Sn^{4+}\) in acidic medium
  • (C) It is used as primary standard
  • (D) It is orange coloured solid
Correct Answer: (A)
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Potassium dichromate is a strong oxidizing agent and is used as primary standard.

It oxidizes:
\[ Sn^{2+}\rightarrow Sn^{4+} \]

and appears orange in colour.

The incorrect statement is:
\[ Cr-O-Cr=118^\circ \]

Actual bond angle is approximately:
\[ 126^\circ \]

Hence option (A) is incorrect. Quick Tip: Remember: \(K_2Cr_2O_7\) is orange colored and Cr–O–Cr angle is nearly \(126^\circ\).


Question 151:

151.
Which compounds do NOT form AgCl precipitate with excess AgNO\(_3\)?

I. PtCl\(_4\cdot\)2HCl

II. PtCl\(_2\cdot\)2NH\(_3\)

III. CoCl\(_3\cdot\)4NH\(_3\)

IV. PdCl\(_2\cdot\)4NH\(_3\)

  • (A) I, II only
  • (B) II, IV only
  • (C) I, II, III only
  • (D) I, II, IV only
Correct Answer: (A) I, II only
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Step 1: Understand the condition

AgNO\(_3\) forms AgCl precipitate only with chloride ions present outside the coordination sphere. Chloride ions directly bonded inside the coordination sphere do not ionize in solution.



Step 2: Examine each compound


For PtCl\(_4\cdot\)2HCl :

This can be represented as \[ H_2[PtCl_6] \]
All chloride ions are inside the coordination sphere.

Hence: \[ No free Cl^{-} \]
No AgCl precipitate forms.



For PtCl\(_2\cdot\)2NH\(_3\) :

Complex structure: \[ [Pt(NH_3)_2Cl_2] \]

Both chloride ions are coordinated directly with Pt.

Hence: \[ No free Cl^{-} \]

No AgCl precipitate forms.



For CoCl\(_3\cdot\)4NH\(_3\) :

Structure: \[ [Co(NH_3)_4Cl_2]Cl \]

One chloride ion remains outside the coordination sphere.

Therefore: \[ Ag^+ + Cl^- \rightarrow AgCl\downarrow \]

Precipitate forms.



For PdCl\(_2\cdot\)4NH\(_3\) :

Structure: \[ [Pd(NH_3)_4]Cl_2 \]

Two chloride ions are outside the coordination sphere.

Hence AgCl precipitate forms.



Step 3: Final conclusion


Only compounds I and II do not produce AgCl precipitate. Quick Tip: Only chloride ions outside the coordination sphere react with AgNO\(_3\) and produce AgCl precipitate.


Question 152:

152.
Buna-N monomers = X,Y and Buna-S monomers = Y,Z. Identify X,Y and Z.

  • (A) Butadiene, Acrylonitrile, Styrene
  • (B) Styrene, Butadiene, Acrylonitrile
  • (C) Acrylonitrile, Styrene, Butadiene
  • (D) Butadiene, Styrene, Acrylonitrile
Correct Answer: (A) Butadiene, Acrylonitrile, Styrene
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Step 1: Recall Buna rubber compositions


Buna-N: \[ Butadiene + Acrylonitrile \]

Hence: \[ X=Butadiene \] \[ Y=Acrylonitrile \]



Buna-S: \[ Butadiene + Styrene \]

Thus: \[ Z=Styrene \]

Hence:
\[ X=Butadiene \]
\[ Y=Acrylonitrile \]
\[ Z=Styrene \] Quick Tip: Buna-S = Butadiene + Styrene.
Buna-N = Butadiene + Acrylonitrile.


Question 153:

153.
Which amino acids contain heteroaromatic rings?

I. Proline

II. Histidine

III. Tyrosine

IV. Tryptophan

  • (A) I and III only
  • (B) II and IV only
  • (C) I and IV only
  • (D) II and III only
Correct Answer: (B) II and IV only
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Step 1: Check each amino acid


Proline:
Contains pyrrolidine ring but considered aliphatic.

Tyrosine:
Contains phenyl ring (not heteroaromatic).

Histidine:
Contains imidazole ring with nitrogen atoms.

Hence heteroaromatic.

Tryptophan:
Contains indole ring containing nitrogen.

Hence heteroaromatic.



Therefore:
\[ \boxed{Histidine and Tryptophan} \] Quick Tip: Histidine → imidazole ring
Tryptophan → indole ring


Question 154:

154.
Correctly matched pairs:

I. BHA — Antioxidant

II. Sorbic acid salt — Food preservative

III. Bithional — Disinfectant

  • (A) I only
  • (B) I and II only
  • (C) II and III only
  • (D) I, II and III
Correct Answer: (D) I, II and III
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Step 1: Examine each statement


BHA: \[ Butylated Hydroxyanisole \]
Used as antioxidant.

Sorbic acid salts:
Used as food preservatives.

Bithional:
Used as disinfectant and antiseptic.

All three statements are correctly matched.
\[ \boxed{I, II and III} \] Quick Tip: BHA → antioxidant
Sorbic acid → preservative
Bithional → disinfectant


Question 155:

155.
Among the given reactions, identify feasible reactions.

Correct Answer: I and II only
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The image/options for the reactions are not visible completely, so exact reaction analysis cannot be performed.

Based on the provided answer key:
\[ \boxed{I and II only} \] Quick Tip: Reaction feasibility depends on Gibbs free energy, electrode potential, and reaction conditions.


Question 156:

156.
Chlorobenzene (A) nitration gives compound B. B on treatment with NaOH at 443 K followed by acidification gives C. A on reaction with CH\(_3\)COCl/AlCl\(_3\) gives D. Identify C and D.

  • (A) p-Nitrophenol, Acetophenone
  • (B) o-Nitrophenol, Acetophenone
  • (C) p-Nitrophenol, p-Chloroacetophenone
  • (D) o-Nitrophenol, p-Chloroacetophenone
Correct Answer: (C) p-Nitrophenol, p-Chloroacetophenone
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Step 1: Nitration of chlorobenzene


Chlorine is ortho-para directing.
\[ C_6H_5Cl \xrightarrow{HNO_3/H_2SO_4} o,p-Nitrochlorobenzene \]

Para product predominates because of less steric hindrance.



Step 2: Treatment with NaOH at 443 K


Nucleophilic substitution replaces chlorine by OH.
\[ p-Nitrochlorobenzene \xrightarrow{NaOH} p-Nitrophenol \]

Hence:
\[ C=p-Nitrophenol \]



Step 3: Friedel-Crafts acylation

\[ C_6H_5Cl+CH_3COCl \xrightarrow{AlCl_3} p-Chloroacetophenone \]

Hence:
\[ D=p-Chloroacetophenone \] Quick Tip: Halogens are ortho-para directing but deactivate the ring.


Question 157:

157.
Anisole reacts with Br\(_2\)/CH\(_3\)COOH and toluene reacts with Br\(_2\)/UV light. Identify the products formed.

Correct Answer: p-Bromoanisole and benzyl alcohol
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Step 1: Bromination of anisole


Methoxy group is strongly activating and ortho-para directing.
\[ C_6H_5OCH_3 \xrightarrow{Br_2/CH_3COOH} p-Bromoanisole \]

Para product predominates.



Step 2: Bromination of toluene under UV


Free radical substitution occurs at side chain.
\[ C_6H_5CH_3 \xrightarrow{Br_2/h\nu} C_6H_5CH_2Br \]

Further hydrolysis:
\[ C_6H_5CH_2Br+OH^- \rightarrow C_6H_5CH_2OH \]

Product formed:
\[ \boxed{Benzyl alcohol} \] Quick Tip: Br\(_2\)/UV causes side-chain bromination, not ring bromination.


Question 158:

158.
Ethene at 273 K reacts with cold dilute KMnO\(_4\). Product obtained further reacts with acetone. Identify the final product.

Correct Answer: Ketal
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Step 1: Oxidation of ethene


Cold dilute KMnO\(_4\) converts alkene into glycol.
\[ CH_2=CH_2 \xrightarrow{KMnO_4} HOCH_2CH_2OH \]

Product obtained:
\[ Ethylene glycol \]



Step 2: Reaction with acetone


Ethylene glycol reacts with ketones forming ketals.
\[ (CH_3)_2CO+HOCH_2CH_2OH \rightarrow Ketal \] Quick Tip: Diols react with aldehydes and ketones forming cyclic acetals or ketals.


Question 159:

159.
Match pKa values of benzoic acid derivatives.

Correct Answer: A-II, B-III, C-I
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Step 1: Recall effect of substituents


Electron withdrawing groups increase acidity.

Electron donating groups decrease acidity.



p-Nitro benzoic acid:
\[ pK_a=3.41 \]

Benzoic acid:
\[ pK_a=4.19 \]

p-Methoxy benzoic acid:
\[ pK_a=4.46 \]

Hence:
\[ A-II,\;B-III,\;C-I \] Quick Tip: Lower pKa means stronger acid.


Question 160:

160.
C\(_4\)H\(_9\)Br \rightarrow A \xrightarrow{Sn/HCl C\(_4\)H\(_9\)NH\(_2\). Identify A.

  • (A) C\(_4\)H\(_9\)NO\(_2\)
  • (B) C\(_4\)H\(_9\)NO
  • (C) C\(_4\)H\(_9\)CN
  • (D) C\(_4\)H\(_9\)CONH\(_2\)
Correct Answer: (A) C\(_4\)H\(_9\)NO\(_2\)
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Step 1: Formation of nitro compound


Alkyl bromide reacts with KNO\(_2\) to form nitroalkane.
\[ C_4H_9Br+KNO_2 \rightarrow C_4H_9NO_2 \]



Step 2: Reduction of nitro compound


Sn/HCl reduces nitro group into amino group.
\[ C_4H_9NO_2 \xrightarrow{Sn/HCl} C_4H_9NH_2 \]

Hence:
\[ A=C_4H_9NO_2 \] Quick Tip: KNO\(_2\) gives nitroalkane while AgNO\(_2\) gives alkyl nitrite.

AP EAPCET 2026 Paper Pattern – Engineering

Section Number of Questions Marks per Question Weightage Total Marks
Mathematics 80 1 80 80
Physics 40 1 40 40
Chemistry 40 1 40 40
Total 160 1 160 160

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