MET 2024 Question Paper is available for download here. The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) conducted the MET 2024 exam on April 16 to April 17 in phase 1 and May 23 to May 24 in phase 2. MET 2024 Question Paper consisted of 60 questions carrying a total of 240 Marks.
- MET 2024 Question Paper was divided into 4 sections – Physics (15), Chemistry (15), Mathematics (20) and English (10).
- 4 Marks are awarded for every correct answer, 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. There is no negative marking for numerical type question.
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If \(E =\) energy, \(G =\) gravitational constant, \(I =\) impulse and \(M =\) mass, then dimensions of \( \frac{EI}{GM^2} \) are same as that of:
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Concept:
Dimensional formula:
Energy: \( [E] = ML^2T^{-2} \)
Impulse: \( [I] = MLT^{-1} \)
Gravitational constant: \( [G] = M^{-1}L^3T^{-2} \)
Mass: \( [M] = M \)
Step 1: Write dimensions: \[ \frac{EI}{GM^2} = \frac{(ML^2T^{-2})(MLT^{-1})}{(M^{-1}L^3T^{-2})(M^2)} \]
Step 2: Simplify: \[ = \frac{M^2L^3T^{-3}}{ML^3T^{-2}} = MT^{-1} \]
Step 3: Final dimension: \[ = T \]
Hence, it represents time. Quick Tip: Always reduce dimensions step-by-step by cancelling powers carefully.
Two points move in the same straight line starting at the same moment from the same point. One moves with velocity \(u\) and the other with acceleration \(f\). The greatest distance between them is:
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Concept:
Relative motion: \[ Distance = ut - \frac{1}{2}ft^2 \]
Step 1: Max distance when velocity difference = 0 \[ \frac{d}{dt}(ut - \frac{1}{2}ft^2) = 0 \Rightarrow u - ft = 0 \Rightarrow t = \frac{u}{f} \]
Step 2: Substitute: \[ s = u\cdot \frac{u}{f} - \frac{1}{2}f\cdot \left(\frac{u}{f}\right)^2 \]
\[ = \frac{u^2}{f} - \frac{1}{2}\frac{u^2}{f} = \frac{u^2}{2f} \] Quick Tip: Maximum separation occurs when relative velocity becomes zero.
A car turns on a road of radius \(300\,m\). Coefficient of friction = 0.3. Find maximum speed. (Take \(g=10\,m/s^2\))
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Concept:
When a vehicle moves on a flat circular road, friction provides the necessary centripetal force.
\[ Centripetal force = \frac{mv^2}{r} \]
Maximum frictional force: \[ f_{max} = \mu N = \mu mg \]
At maximum speed: \[ \frac{mv^2}{r} = \mu mg \]
Step 1: Cancel common terms \[ \frac{v^2}{r} = \mu g \]
Step 2: Solve for \(v\) \[ v = \sqrt{\mu r g} \]
Step 3: Substitute values \[ v = \sqrt{0.3 \times 300 \times 10} \]
\[ = \sqrt{900} \]
\[ = 30\,m/s \]
Step 4: Interpretation
This is the maximum safe speed.
Beyond this speed, friction will be insufficient and the car may skid outward.
Final Answer : 30 m/s Quick Tip: On flat roads, friction alone provides centripetal force. Always use \(v_{max} = \sqrt{\mu rg}\).
A particle is projected with speed \(4\,km/s\). Find maximum height (in km). Radius of earth \(=6400\,km\), \(g=9.8\,m/s^2\).
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Concept:
For heights comparable to Earth's radius, acceleration due to gravity is not constant. Use conservation of mechanical energy: \[ \frac{1}{2}mv^2 = mgh (invalid for large h) \]
Correct approach: \[ \frac{1}{2}mv^2 = GMm\left(\frac{1}{R} - \frac{1}{R+h}\right) = mgR^2\left(\frac{1}{R} - \frac{1}{R+h}\right) \]
where \(GM = gR^2\).
Step 1: Energy conservation equation. \[ \frac{1}{2}mv^2 = mgR^2\left(\frac{1}{R} - \frac{1}{R+h}\right) \]
Cancel \(m\) and simplify: \[ \frac{v^2}{2} = gR^2\left(\frac{R+h - R}{R(R+h)}\right) = gR^2\left(\frac{h}{R(R+h)}\right) = \frac{gRh}{R+h} \]
Step 2: Solve for \(h\). \[ \frac{v^2}{2} = \frac{gRh}{R+h} \] \[ v^2(R+h) = 2gRh \] \[ v^2R + v^2h = 2gRh \] \[ v^2R = h(2gR - v^2) \] \[ h = \frac{v^2R}{2gR - v^2} \]
Step 3: Substitute values. \[ v = 4 \, km/s = 4000 \, m/s \] \[ R = 6400 \, km = 6.4 \times 10^6 \, m \] \[ g = 9.8 \, m/s^2 \]
\[ h = \frac{(4000)^2 \times (6.4 \times 10^6)}{2 \times 9.8 \times (6.4 \times 10^6) - (4000)^2} \]
\[ = \frac{16 \times 10^6 \times 6.4 \times 10^6}{2 \times 9.8 \times 6.4 \times 10^6 - 16 \times 10^6} \]
\[ = \frac{102.4 \times 10^{12}}{(125.44 - 16) \times 10^6} \]
\[ = \frac{102.4 \times 10^{12}}{109.44 \times 10^6} \]
\[ = \frac{102.4}{109.44} \times 10^6 \, m \]
\[ \approx 0.935 \times 10^6 \, m = 935 \, km \] Quick Tip: For heights comparable to Earth's radius (\(h \gtrsim R\)), use \(\frac{1}{2}mv^2 = mgR^2\left(\frac{1}{R} - \frac{1}{R+h}\right)\).
The stress versus strain graphs for wires of two materials A and B are as shown. If \(Y_A\) and \(Y_B\) are the Young's moduli of the materials, then:
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Concept: \[ Y = \frac{Stress}{Strain} \]
Hence, slope of stress vs strain graph: \[ slope = \frac{Strain}{Stress} = \frac{1}{Y} \]
So, slope is inversely proportional to Young’s modulus.
Step 1: From the graph:
Line A makes \(60^\circ\)
Line B makes \(30^\circ\)
Step 2: Slopes: \[ slope_A = \tan 60^\circ = \sqrt{3}, \quad slope_B = \tan 30^\circ = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \]
Step 3: Ratio of slopes: \[ \frac{slope_A}{slope_B} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{1/\sqrt{3}} = 3 \]
Step 4: Using inverse relation: \[ \frac{1/Y_A}{1/Y_B} = 3 \Rightarrow \frac{Y_B}{Y_A} = 3 \]
\[ \Rightarrow Y_B = 3Y_A \] Quick Tip: If graph is strain vs stress , then slope \(=\frac{1}{Y}\). Higher slope \(\Rightarrow\) Lower Young’s modulus.
Two pendulums of time periods \(3\,s\) and \(7\,s\), respectively, start oscillating simultaneously from opposite extreme positions. After how much time will they be in same phase?
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Concept:
Phase difference: \[ \Delta \phi = 2\pi \left(\frac{t}{T_1} - \frac{t}{T_2}\right) \]
Since they start from opposite extremes, initial phase difference = \( \pi \)
For same phase: \[ \Delta \phi = 2\pi n \]
Step 1: \[ 2\pi \left(\frac{t}{3} - \frac{t}{7}\right) = 2\pi n - \pi \]
\[ 2\pi t \left(\frac{4}{21}\right) = \pi(2n-1) \]
Step 2: \[ t = \frac{21}{8}(2n-1) \]
Minimum time at \(n=1\): \[ t = \frac{21}{8}\,s \] Quick Tip: Opposite extreme start \(\Rightarrow\) initial phase difference \(=\pi\).
Fundamental frequency of a sonometer wire is \(n\). If the tension is made 3 times and length and diameter are also increased 3 times, what is the new frequency?
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Concept: \[ f = \frac{1}{2L} \sqrt{\frac{T}{\mu}}, \quad where \mu \propto d^2 \]
Step 1: Apply changes:
\(T \to 3T\)
\(L \to 3L\)
\(d \to 3d \Rightarrow \mu \to 9\mu\)
Step 2: Substitute: \[ f' = \frac{1}{2(3L)} \sqrt{\frac{3T}{9\mu}} \]
Step 3: Simplify: \[ f' = \frac{1}{3} \cdot \frac{1}{2L} \cdot \sqrt{\frac{T}{3\mu}} = \frac{1}{3\sqrt{3}} \cdot \frac{1}{2L}\sqrt{\frac{T}{\mu}} \]
\[ f' = \frac{f}{3\sqrt{3}} \]
Since \(f = n\), \[ f' = \frac{n}{3\sqrt{3}} \] Quick Tip: Frequency depends inversely on length and on square root of linear density.
An electric dipole shown in the figure. Work done to move a charge particle of \(1\mu C\) from point Q to P is \(x \times 10^{-7} J\), then the value of \(x\) is:
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Concept:
Work done in moving charge: \[ W = q (V_P - V_Q) \]
Potential due to dipole: \[ V = \frac{1}{4\pi \epsilon_0} \cdot \frac{p \cos\theta}{r^2} \]
Step 1: Given data
\(q = 1\mu C = 10^{-6}C\)
\(r = 1\,cm = 10^{-2}m\)
\(\theta_P = 60^\circ,\ \theta_Q = 120^\circ\)
Step 2: Potential difference \[ V_P - V_Q = \frac{k p}{r^2}(\cos60^\circ - \cos120^\circ) \]
\[ = \frac{k p}{r^2}\left(\frac{1}{2} - (-\frac{1}{2})\right) = \frac{k p}{r^2} \]
Step 3: Substitute values
From dipole: \(p = q \times 2l\)
Using values from figure and \(k = 9 \times 10^9\):
\[ W = 10^{-6} \cdot \frac{9 \times 10^9 \cdot p}{(10^{-2})^2} \]
\[ W = 1.8 \times 10^{-7} \, J \]
Conclusion \[ W = x \times 10^{-7} \Rightarrow x = \boxed{1.8} \] Quick Tip: In dipole problems, same \(r\) \(\Rightarrow\) focus on \(\cos\theta\) difference.
In the following circuit diagram, potential difference across \(4\mu F\) capacitor is:
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Concept:
Capacitors in parallel: \(C_{eq} = C_1 + C_2\)
Capacitors in series: \(\frac{1}{C_{eq}} = \frac{1}{C_1} + \frac{1}{C_2}\)
Same charge flows in series
Step 1: Combine parallel capacitors: \[ C_{parallel} = 2\mu F + 6\mu F = 8\mu F \]
Step 2: Now in series with \(4\mu F\): \[ \frac{1}{C_{eq}} = \frac{1}{4} + \frac{1}{8} = \frac{3}{8} \Rightarrow C_{eq} = \frac{8}{3}\mu F \]
Step 3: Total charge: \[ Q = C_{eq} \cdot V = \frac{8}{3} \times 12 = 32\,\mu C \]
Step 4: Voltage across \(4\mu F\): \[ V = \frac{Q}{C} = \frac{32}{4} = 8\,V \] Quick Tip: In series capacitors, charge remains same but voltage divides inversely with capacitance.
An electric kettle has two coils. When one coil is switched on, it takes 10 min to boil water and when the second coil is switched on it takes 20 min to boil same amount of water. The time taken when both coils are used in parallel is \(n\) seconds. Find \(n\).
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Concept: \[ Power \propto \frac{1}{time} \quad (for same heat) \]
Step 1: Let required heat = \(H\)
For first coil: \[ P_1 = \frac{H}{10 min} \]
For second coil: \[ P_2 = \frac{H}{20 min} \]
Step 2: Total power (parallel): \[ P = P_1 + P_2 = \frac{H}{10} + \frac{H}{20} = \frac{2H + H}{20} = \frac{3H}{20} (per minute) \]
Step 3: Time taken: \[ t = \frac{H}{P} = \frac{H}{3H/20} = \frac{20}{3} minutes \]
Step 4: Convert to seconds: \[ t = \frac{20}{3} \times 60 = 400 seconds \]
\[ \Rightarrow n = 400 \] Quick Tip: When devices work together, add their powers (not time). Use \( \frac{1}{t_{total}} = \frac{1}{t_1} + \frac{1}{t_2} \) for parallel combination.
When \(100\,V\) DC is applied across a solenoid, current is \(1\,A\). When \(100\,V\) AC is applied, current is \(0.5\,A\). Frequency \(=50\,Hz\). Find inductance \(= x\,mH\).
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Concept:
DC: Solenoid acts as pure resistor \(\Rightarrow R = \frac{V_{DC}}{I_{DC}}\)
AC: Impedance \(Z = \frac{V_{AC}}{I_{AC}} = \sqrt{R^2 + X_L^2}\)
\(X_L = \omega L = 2\pi f L\)
Step 1: Find resistance: \[ R = \frac{100}{1} = 100\,\Omega \]
Step 2: Find impedance: \[ Z = \frac{100}{0.5} = 200\,\Omega \]
Step 3: Using \(Z^2 = R^2 + X_L^2\): \[ 200^2 = 100^2 + X_L^2 \] \[ 40000 = 10000 + X_L^2 \] \[ X_L^2 = 30000 \] \[ X_L = \sqrt{30000} = 100\sqrt{3} \approx 173.2\,\Omega \]
Step 4: Find inductance: \[ X_L = \omega L = 2\pi f L \] \[ 173.2 = 2\pi \times 50 \times L \] \[ 173.2 = 100\pi \times L \] \[ L = \frac{173.2}{100\pi} \approx \frac{173.2}{314.16} \approx 0.551\,H \] \[ L \approx 550\,mH \]
\[ \Rightarrow x = 550 \] Quick Tip: Use DC to find resistance and AC to find impedance. Then \(X_L = \sqrt{Z^2 - R^2}\).
When a lens is cut into two halves along \(XOX'\), then focal length of each half lens:
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Concept:
Lens maker formula: \[ \frac{1}{f} = (\mu - 1)\left(\frac{1}{R_1} - \frac{1}{R_2}\right) \]
Step 1:
Focal length depends only on:
Refractive index \((\mu)\)
Radii of curvature \((R_1, R_2)\)
Step 2:
When lens is cut along \(XOX'\) (i.e., along principal axis):
Curvature of surfaces remains unchanged
Only aperture (size) reduces
Step 3:
Since curvature is unchanged: \[ f remains same \]
Final: \[ \Rightarrow Focal length does not change \] Quick Tip: Cutting lens along principal axis changes brightness, not focal length.
If the frequency of incident photon on a metal surface is doubled, then stopping potential will become:
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Concept:
Photoelectric equation: \[ eV_0 = h\nu - \phi \]
Step 1: Initial stopping potential \[ V_0 = \frac{h\nu - \phi}{e} \]
Step 2: When frequency is doubled \[ V_0' = \frac{2h\nu - \phi}{e} \]
Step 3: Compare with \(2V_0\) \[ 2V_0 = \frac{2h\nu - 2\phi}{e} \]
Step 4: Compare \(V_0'\) and \(2V_0\) \[ V_0' - 2V_0 = \frac{2h\nu - \phi - (2h\nu - 2\phi)}{e} = \frac{\phi}{e} > 0 \]
\[ \Rightarrow V_0' > 2V_0 \]
Conclusion \[ {V_0' > 2V_0} \Rightarrow more than double \] Quick Tip: Because of work function subtraction, doubling frequency increases stopping potential more than double.
If an electron in \(n=4\) orbit of hydrogen atom jumps to \(n=3\), the energy released and wavelength emitted are:
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Concept:
Energy of electron in hydrogen atom: \[ E_n = -\frac{13.6}{n^2} \, eV \]
Step 1: Calculate energies. \[ E_4 = -\frac{13.6}{16} = -0.85\,eV \] \[ E_3 = -\frac{13.6}{9} \approx -1.51\,eV \]
Step 2: Energy released. \[ \Delta E = E_3 - E_4 = (-1.51) - (-0.85) = -0.66\,eV \] \[ |\Delta E| = 0.66\,eV \]
Step 3: Wavelength calculation. \[ \lambda = \frac{hc}{E} \]
Using: \[ \lambda(nm) = \frac{1240}{E(eV)} \]
\[ \lambda = \frac{1240}{0.66} \approx 1879\,nm = 1.88 \times 10^{-6}\,m \] Quick Tip: For hydrogen transitions: \[ \lambda(nm) = \frac{1240}{E(eV)} \] is the fastest way to calculate wavelength.
In the circuit shown, diode has \(20\Omega\) forward resistance. When \(V_i\) increases from \(8V\) to \(12V\), change in current is \(x\,mA\). Find \(x\).
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Concept:
Diode conducts only when \(V_i > 10V\) (cut-in voltage)
When OFF → current = 0
When ON → use Ohm’s law with total resistance
Step 1: Total resistance (ON state) \[ R = 200 + 20 = 220\,\Omega \]
Step 2: At \(V_i = 8V\) \[ V_i < 10V \Rightarrow diode OFF \Rightarrow I_1 = 0 \]
Step 3: At \(V_i = 12V\) \[ V_{net} = 12 - 10 = 2V \]
\[ I_2 = \frac{2}{220} = 0.00909\,A = 9.09\,mA \]
Step 4: Change in current \[ \Delta I = I_2 - I_1 = 9.09 - 0 = 9.09\,mA \]
Conclusion \[ {x = 9.09\,mA} \] Quick Tip: Always evaluate current separately in OFF and ON regions of diode.
The wave number of the shortest wavelength of absorption spectrum of hydrogen atom is ____
(Rydberg constant = \(109700\,\mathrm{cm^{-1}}\)).
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Concept:
Rydberg formula: \[ \bar{\nu} = R \left(\frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2}\right) \]
Step 1: Absorption spectrum
Electron absorbs energy and moves from lower to higher level.
For absorption (Balmer limit), lowest level involved is: \[ n_1 = 2 \]
Step 2: Shortest wavelength
Shortest wavelength \(\Rightarrow\) maximum wave number \[ n_2 = \infty \]
Step 3: Substitute \[ \bar{\nu}_{max} = R \left(\frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{\infty^2}\right) \]
\[ = R \left(\frac{1}{4} - 0\right) = \frac{R}{4} \]
Step 4: Final value \[ \bar{\nu}_{max} = \frac{109700}{4} = 27425\,\mathrm{cm^{-1}} \]
Conclusion: \(27425\,\mathrm{cm^{-1}}\) Quick Tip: In absorption spectrum, shortest wavelength corresponds to series limit (highest transition).
Electronegativity of the following elements increases in the order:
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Concept:
Electronegativity trends:
Increases across a period (left to right)
Decreases down a group
Step 1:
Si and C belong to same group → \(C > Si\)
P and N belong to same group → \(N > P\)
Step 2:
Arrange from lowest to highest: \[ Si < P < C < N \] Quick Tip: Top-right elements in periodic table have highest electronegativity.
Match List-I (Compound) with List-II (Hybridisation):
| List-I | List-II |
|---|---|
| A. CuCl53− | I. sp3d2 |
| B. MnCl53− | II. d2sp3 |
| C. XeOF4 | III. dsp3 |
| D. Fe(CO)5 | IV. sp3d |
Choose the correct match:
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Concept:
Hybridisation depends on steric number (number of bonds + lone pairs).
Step 1: \( CuCl_5^{3-} \)
Coordination number = 5
Hybridisation = \( sp^3d \)
\[ A \rightarrow IV \]
Step 2: \( MnCl_5^{3-} \)
Coordination number = 5
Hybridisation = \( dsp^3 \)
\[ B \rightarrow III \]
Step 3: \( XeOF_4 \)
Total regions = 6 (5 bonds + 1 lone pair)
Hybridisation = \( sp^3d^2 \)
\[ C \rightarrow I \]
Step 4: \( Fe(CO)_5 \)
Coordination number = 5
Uses inner d-orbitals
Hybridisation = \( d^2sp^3 \)
\[ D \rightarrow II \] Quick Tip: Count sigma bonds + lone pairs → decide hybridisation.
The spin only magnetic moment of \([NiCl_4]^{2-}\) is ____ (Nearest integer).
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Concept:
Spin-only magnetic moment: \[ \mu = \sqrt{n(n+2)} BM \]
where \(n\) = number of unpaired electrons.
Step 1: Oxidation state of Ni.
Let oxidation state of Ni be \(x\): \[ x + 4(-1) = -2 \Rightarrow x - 4 = -2 \Rightarrow x = +2 \]
Step 2: Electronic configuration of Ni\(^{2+}\).
Ni (Z = 28): \([Ar]\,3d^8 4s^2\)
Ni\(^{2+}\): \([Ar]\,3d^8\)
Step 3: Geometry and ligand field.
Cl\(^-\) is a weak field ligand. \([NiCl_4]^{2-}\) is tetrahedral (Ni\(^{2+}\) with weak field ligands forms tetrahedral complexes). Tetrahedral complexes are always high spin.
Step 4: Crystal field splitting for tetrahedral.
For tetrahedral \(d^8\): \(e^4\, t_2^4\)
- \(e\) orbital (lower energy): 4 electrons → completely paired (2 pairs)
- \(t_2\) orbital (higher energy): 4 electrons → 2 pairs
Number of unpaired electrons: \[ n = 2 \]
Step 5: Magnetic moment. \[ \mu = \sqrt{2(2+2)} = \sqrt{8} \approx 2.828 BM \]
Nearest integer = 3. Quick Tip: Tetrahedral complexes are always high spin due to small crystal field splitting. For \(d^8\) tetrahedral, unpaired electrons = 2.
The maximum work obtained from a reversible process is given as:
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Concept:
Helmholtz free energy (\(A\)) is used for processes at constant temperature and volume.
The decrease in Helmholtz free energy gives the maximum work obtainable.
\[ \Delta A = -W_{max} \]
Step 1: Condition
For a reversible process at constant temperature and volume: \[ W_{max} = -\Delta A \]
Step 2: Conclusion \[ -\Delta A \] Quick Tip: At constant \(T, V\): \( -\Delta A = \) maximum work
At constant \(T, P\): \( -\Delta G = \) maximum useful work
If \(K_p\) for the reaction \(A(g) + 2B(g) \rightleftharpoons 3C(g) + D(g)\) is \(0.05\) atm at \(1000\,K\), its \(K_c\) in terms of \(\frac{x \times 10^{-5}}{R}\). Find \(x\).
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Concept: \[ K_p = K_c (RT)^{\Delta n} \]
Step 1: Calculate change in moles: \[ \Delta n = (3 + 1) - (1 + 2) = 4 - 3 = 1 \]
Step 2: Rearrange formula: \[ K_p = K_c (RT)^1 \Rightarrow K_c = \frac{K_p}{RT} \]
Step 3: Substitute values: \[ K_c = \frac{0.05}{R \times 1000} \]
\[ K_c = \frac{5 \times 10^{-2}}{10^3 \, R} = \frac{5 \times 10^{-5}}{R} \]
Step 4: Compare with given form \(\frac{x \times 10^{-5}}{R}\): \[ x = 5 \] Quick Tip: Always compute \(\Delta n = n_{gaseous products} - n_{gaseous reactants}\) carefully before using \(K_p = K_c(RT)^{\Delta n}\).
Boiling point of water at \(750\,\mathrm{mmHg}\) is \(99.63^\circ\mathrm{C}\).
The amount of sucrose to be added to \(500\,\mathrm{g}\) water so that it boils at \(100^\circ\mathrm{C}\) is ____ g.
(Molar elevation constant \(K_b = 0.5\,\mathrm{K\,kg\,mol^{-1}}\))
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Concept:
Elevation in boiling point is a colligative property, which depends only on the number of solute particles, not their nature.
When a non-volatile solute (like sucrose) is added to a solvent (water), it lowers the vapour pressure. Hence, a higher temperature is required for the solution to boil.
\[ \Delta T_b = K_b \cdot m \]
where:
\(\Delta T_b\) = elevation in boiling point
\(K_b\) = molal elevation constant
\(m\) = molality \(= \frac{moles of solute}{kg of solvent}\)
Step 1: Required elevation in boiling point: \[ \Delta T_b = 100 - 99.63 = 0.37\,K \]
Step 2: Calculate molality: \[ m = \frac{\Delta T_b}{K_b} = \frac{0.37}{0.5} = 0.74 \,mol/kg \]
Step 3: Mass of solvent: \[ 500\,g = 0.5\,kg \]
\[ n = m \times mass = 0.74 \times 0.5 = 0.37\,mol \]
Step 4: Molar mass of sucrose: \[ M = 342\,g/mol \]
Step 5: Mass required: \[ mass = n \times M = 0.37 \times 342 = 126.54 \approx 127\,g \]
Final: \[{127\,g} \]
For the cell reaction, \[ Cu(s) + 2Ag^+(aq) \rightarrow Cu^{2+}(aq) + 2Ag(s), \quad E^\circ_{cell} = 0.46\,V \]
The equilibrium constant of the reaction is:
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Concept:
The relationship between Gibbs free energy, cell potential, and equilibrium constant is: \[ \Delta G^\circ = -nFE^\circ \quad and \quad \Delta G^\circ = -RT \ln K \]
Equating: \[ \ln K = \frac{nFE^\circ}{RT} \]
At \(298\,K\), this simplifies to: \[ \log K = \frac{nE^\circ}{0.0591} \]
Step 1: Number of electrons transferred: \[ n = 2 \]
Step 2: Calculate \(\log K\): \[ \log K = \frac{2 \times 0.46}{0.0591} \approx \frac{0.92}{0.0591} \approx 15.57 \]
Step 3: Calculate \(K\): \[ K = 10^{15.57} \approx 3.92 \times 10^{15} \]
Final: \[ {3.92 \times 10^{15}} \] Quick Tip: Higher \(E^\circ\) \(\Rightarrow\) larger \(K\).
Use \( \log K = \frac{nE^\circ}{0.0591} \) directly at \(298\,K\) for fast solving.
For a first order reaction, time required for 99% completion is \(x\) times the time required for 90% completion. Find \(x\).
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Concept:
For first order reaction: \[ t = \frac{2.303}{k} \log \frac{a}{a-x} \]
where \(a\) = initial concentration, \(x\) = amount reacted.
Step 1: For 90% completion: \[ \frac{x}{a} = 0.90 \Rightarrow \frac{a}{a-x} = \frac{100}{10} = 10 \] \[ t_{90} = \frac{2.303}{k} \log 10 = \frac{2.303}{k} \times 1 = \frac{2.303}{k} \]
Step 2: For 99% completion: \[ \frac{x}{a} = 0.99 \Rightarrow \frac{a}{a-x} = \frac{100}{1} = 100 \] \[ t_{99} = \frac{2.303}{k} \log 100 = \frac{2.303}{k} \times 2 = \frac{2 \times 2.303}{k} \]
Step 3: Ratio: \[ x = \frac{t_{99}}{t_{90}} = \frac{\frac{2 \times 2.303}{k}}{\frac{2.303}{k}} = 2 \]
\[\Rightarrow x = 2\] Quick Tip: For first order reactions, \(t_{99\%} = 2 \times t_{90\%}\) because \(\log 100 = 2 \log 10\). In general, \(t_{99.9\%} = 3 \times t_{90\%}\), etc.
\(F_2\) is formed by reacting \(K_2MnF_6\) with:
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Concept:
\(K_2MnF_6\) contains \(Mn^{+4}\)
Strong oxidising agents help liberate \(F_2\)
Step 1: \[ K_2MnF_6 + SbF_5 \rightarrow KF + MnF_4 + SbF_6^- + F_2 \]
Step 2:
\(SbF_5\) is a strong fluorinating agent
Helps release \(F_2\)
Final: \[ \Rightarrow SbF_5 is correct \] Quick Tip: \(SbF_5\) is commonly used in fluorine chemistry as a strong oxidising agent.
Which of the following ion is colourless inspite of the presence of unpaired electrons?
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Concept:
Colour in ions arises due to \(f-f\) or \(d-d\) transitions
Half-filled and fully-filled orbitals show very weak or no transitions
Step 1: Electronic configurations:
\(La^{3+} : [Xe]\) (no unpaired electrons)
\(Eu^{3+} : 4f^6\)
\(Gd^{3+} : 4f^7\) (half-filled)
\(Lu^{3+} : 4f^{14}\) (fully-filled)
Step 2:
\(Gd^{3+}\) has 7 unpaired electrons (half-filled stable)
No effective \(f-f\) transition \(\Rightarrow\) colourless
Final:
Final: ⇒ Gd3+ is colourless despite unpaired electrons
Quick Tip: Half-filled and fully-filled configurations often show no colour.The oxidation state of Cr in \([Cr(H_2O)_6]Cl_3\), \([Cr(C_6H_6)_2]\), \(K_2[Cr(CN)_2(O)_2(O_2)(NH_3)]\) respectively are:
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Concept:
Neutral ligands: \(H_2O, NH_3, C_6H_6\) → charge = 0
Anionic ligands: \(CN^- = -1\), \(O^{2-} = -2\), \(O_2^{2-} = -2\)
Step 1: \([Cr(H_2O)_6]Cl_3\)
Complex ion = \([Cr(H_2O)_6]^{3+}\)
\(H_2O\) is neutral
\[ \Rightarrow Cr = +3 \]
Step 2: \([Cr(C_6H_6)_2]\)
\(C_6H_6\) is neutral ligand
Overall molecule is neutral
\[ \Rightarrow Cr = 0 \]
Step 3: \(K_2[Cr(CN)_2(O)_2(O_2)(NH_3)]\)
Let oxidation state = \(x\)
\[ x + 2(-1) + 2(-2) + (-2) + 0 = -2 \]
\[ x -2 -4 -2 = -2 \Rightarrow x -8 = -2 \Rightarrow x = +6 \]
Final: \[ (+3,\ 0,\ +6) \] Quick Tip: Always separate neutral and charged ligands before calculating oxidation state.
In the following sequence of reactions, \[ CH_3Br \xrightarrow{KCN} X \xrightarrow{H_3O^+} Y \xrightarrow{LiAlH_4 / ether} Z \]
The final product \(Z\) is:
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Concept:
\(KCN\) → nucleophilic substitution → nitrile formation
Hydrolysis of nitrile → carboxylic acid
\(LiAlH_4\) reduces acid → alcohol
Step 1: \[ CH_3Br \xrightarrow{KCN} CH_3CN \quad (X) \]
Step 2: \[ CH_3CN \xrightarrow{H_3O^+} CH_3COOH \quad (Y) \]
Step 3: \[ CH_3COOH \xrightarrow{LiAlH_4} CH_3CH_2OH \quad (Z) \]
Final: \[ Z = ethyl alcohol \] Quick Tip: Nitrile → acid → alcohol is a common reaction chain.
The major product \(Y\) in the following reaction is:
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Concept:
Aldehyde/ketone + alcohol (in acidic medium)
First forms hemiacetal, then acetal
Step 1:
Given \(ROH_2OH\) (diol) + \(H^+\) (anhydrous)
Step 2:
Formation proceeds beyond hemiacetal
Final stable product = acetal
Final: ⇒ Acetal is formed
Quick Tip: In excess alcohol + acid, hemiacetal converts to stable acetal.Consider the following amino acids:
[(i)] Lysine
[(ii)] Glutamine
[(iii)] Arginine
[(iv)] Leucine
[(v)] Serine
[(vi)] Proline
[(vii)] Valine
Which of the given amino acids are basic in nature?
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Concept:
Amino acids are classified based on the nature of their side chain.
Basic amino acids contain extra amino groups or nitrogen-rich groups that can accept protons.
Step 1: Identify basic amino acids
Lysine → contains extra \( -NH_2 \) group → basic
Arginine → contains guanidine group → strongly basic
Step 2: Check remaining amino acids
Glutamine → neutral (amide group)
Leucine, Valine → non-polar (neutral)
Serine → polar but neutral
Proline → neutral
Final: Basic amino acids = Lysine and Arginine
Quick Tip: Basic amino acids: Lysine, Arginine, Histidine.Acidic amino acids: Aspartic acid, Glutamic acid.
The solution of the equation \( \log\left(\log_4(\sqrt{x+4} + \sqrt{x})\right) = 0 \) is:
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Concept: \[ \log y = 0 \Rightarrow y = 1 \]
Step 1: \[ \log\left(\log_4(\sqrt{x+4} + \sqrt{x})\right) = 0 \Rightarrow \log_4(\sqrt{x+4} + \sqrt{x}) = 1 \]
Step 2: \[ \sqrt{x+4} + \sqrt{x} = 4^1 = 4 \]
Step 3:
Let \( \sqrt{x} = t \Rightarrow \sqrt{x+4} = \sqrt{t^2 + 4} \)
\[ \sqrt{t^2 + 4} + t = 4 \]
Step 4: \[ \sqrt{t^2 + 4} = 4 - t \]
Squaring: \[ t^2 + 4 = (4 - t)^2 = 16 - 8t + t^2 \]
\[ 4 = 16 - 8t \Rightarrow 8t = 12 \Rightarrow t = \frac{3}{2} \]
Step 5: \[ x = t^2 = \left(\frac{3}{2}\right)^2 = \frac{9}{4} \]
But check: \[ \sqrt{x+4} + \sqrt{x} = \sqrt{\frac{9}{4} + 4} + \frac{3}{2} = \sqrt{\frac{25}{4}} + \frac{3}{2} = \frac{5}{2} + \frac{3}{2} = 4 \]
\[ \log_4(4) = 1 \Rightarrow \log(A) = 0 \]
Final: \[ {\frac{9}{4}} \] Quick Tip: Always verify solution after squaring to avoid extraneous roots.
If \( \frac{a}{b} = \frac{1}{3} \) and \( \frac{b}{c} = \frac{3}{4} \), then the value of \( \frac{a+2b}{b+2c} \) is:
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Concept:
Convert ratios into actual values.
Step 1: \[ \frac{a}{b} = \frac{1}{3} \Rightarrow a = k, \; b = 3k \]
Step 2: \[ \frac{b}{c} = \frac{3}{4} \Rightarrow b = 3m, \; c = 4m \]
Match \(b\): \[ 3k = 3m \Rightarrow k = m \]
So: \[ a = k,\; b = 3k,\; c = 4k \]
Step 3: \[ \frac{a+2b}{b+2c} = \frac{k + 2(3k)}{3k + 2(4k)} = \frac{k + 6k}{3k + 8k} \]
\[ = \frac{7k}{11k} = \frac{7}{11} \] Quick Tip: Convert ratios into variables for quick simplification.
Total number of even divisors of \(2079000\) which are divisible by \(15\) are:
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Concept:
Step 1: Prime factorization: \[ 2079000 = 2^3 \cdot 3^3 \cdot 5^3 \cdot 7 \cdot 11 \]
Step 2: Conditions:
Even \(\Rightarrow\) at least one factor of \(2\)
Divisible by 15 \(\Rightarrow\) must include \(3\) and \(5\)
Step 3: Choices:
\(2^1,2^2,2^3\) \(\Rightarrow\) 3 ways
\(3^1,3^2,3^3\) \(\Rightarrow\) 3 ways
\(5^1,5^2,5^3\) \(\Rightarrow\) 3 ways
\(7^0,7^1\) \(\Rightarrow\) 2 ways
\(11^0,11^1\) \(\Rightarrow\) 2 ways
Step 4: \[ Total = 3 \times 3 \times 3 \times 2 \times 2 = 108 \] Quick Tip: Apply conditions first, then count valid exponent choices.
If \(N\) denotes number of 8-digit numbers that contain exactly four nines, then unit digit of \(N\) is:
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Concept:
Count 8-digit numbers (first digit \(\neq 0\)) containing exactly four 9's.
Step 1: Total arrangements without leading zero restriction.
Choose 4 positions for the four 9's: \[ \binom{8}{4} = 70 \]
Remaining 4 positions can be filled with digits \(0\) to \(8\) (9 choices each): \[ 70 \times 9^4 \]
This includes numbers starting with 0.
Step 2: Subtract numbers starting with 0.
First digit fixed as 0 (not 9). From remaining 7 positions, choose 4 positions for 9's: \[ \binom{7}{4} = 35 \]
Remaining 3 positions: digits \(0\) to \(8\) (9 choices each): \[ 35 \times 9^3 \]
Step 3: Valid count. \[ N = 70 \times 9^4 - 35 \times 9^3 \] \[ N = 35 \times 9^3 (2 \times 9 - 1) = 35 \times 9^3 \times 17 \]
Step 4: Find unit digit. \[ 9^1 \rightarrow 9,\quad 9^2 \rightarrow 1,\quad 9^3 \rightarrow 9 \]
Unit digit of \(35 \times 17\): \[ 5 \times 7 = 35 \rightarrow unit digit 5 \]
Unit digit of \(35 \times 9^3 \times 17\): \[ 5 \times 9 = 45 \rightarrow unit digit 5 \] Quick Tip: For digit problems, always subtract cases where the first digit is zero.
If the expression \(x + \frac{1}{x^2},\; x>0\) attains minimum value at \(x=\alpha\), then \(\alpha^3\) is:
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Concept:
Use differentiation to find point of minimum for \(x > 0\).
Step 1: Define the function: \[ f(x) = x + \frac{1}{x^2} \]
Step 2: Differentiate with respect to \(x\): \[ f'(x) = 1 - \frac{2}{x^3} \]
Step 3: Set \(f'(x) = 0\) for critical point: \[ 1 - \frac{2}{x^3} = 0 \] \[ 1 = \frac{2}{x^3} \] \[ x^3 = 2 \]
Step 4: Since \(x > 0\): \[ x = 2^{1/3} = \alpha \] \[ \alpha^3 = 2 \]
Step 5: Verify minima using second derivative: \[ f''(x) = \frac{6}{x^4} > 0 for x > 0 \]
Hence, it is a point of minimum.
\[ \Rightarrow \alpha^3 = 2 \] Quick Tip: For \(x + \frac{1}{x^n}\) with \(x > 0\), differentiate and solve \(f'(x)=0\) to find the minimum point.
If the number of terms in the expansion of \((x\sqrt{180} + \sqrt[3]{432})^{200}\) having integral coefficients is \(n\), then the value of \([n/6]\) is:
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Concept:
General term in the expansion of \((a + b)^{200}\) is: \[ T_{r+1} = \binom{200}{r} a^{200-r} b^r \]
Here \(a = x\sqrt{180}\) and \(b = \sqrt[3]{432}\).
Step 1: Simplify the roots. \[ \sqrt{180} = \sqrt{36 \times 5} = 6\sqrt{5} \] \[ \sqrt[3]{432} = \sqrt[3]{216 \times 2} = 6\sqrt[3]{2} \]
Step 2: General term. \[ T_{r+1} = \binom{200}{r} (x \cdot 6\sqrt{5})^{200-r} (6\sqrt[3]{2})^r \] \[ = \binom{200}{r} x^{200-r} \cdot 6^{200-r} \cdot (\sqrt{5})^{200-r} \cdot 6^r \cdot (\sqrt[3]{2})^r \] \[ = \binom{200}{r} x^{200-r} \cdot 6^{200} \cdot 5^{\frac{200-r}{2}} \cdot 2^{\frac{r}{3}} \]
Step 3: Condition for integral coefficient.
The coefficient is integral if:
\(\frac{200-r}{2}\) is an integer \(\Rightarrow 200 - r\) is even \(\Rightarrow r\) is even.
\(\frac{r}{3}\) is an integer \(\Rightarrow r\) is a multiple of 3.
Also \(\binom{200}{r}\) is always an integer.
Step 4: Combine conditions. \(r\) must be a multiple of both 2 and 3 \(\Rightarrow\) multiple of 6. \[ r = 0, 6, 12, \dots, 198 \]
Number of terms with integral coefficients: \[ n = \frac{198}{6} + 1 = 33 + 1 = 34 \]
Step 5: Compute \([n/6]\). \[ \left[\frac{34}{6}\right] = [5.666\ldots] = 5 \] Quick Tip: For integral coefficients, powers of square roots and cube roots must be integers. Combine conditions using LCM.
If the coefficient of \(x^m\) in the expansion of \(\left(\sqrt{2x} + \sqrt[3]{\frac{3}{x^2}}\right)^9\) is equal to \(k\), then \(k\) is:
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Concept:
General term: \[ T_r = \binom{9}{r} (\sqrt{2x})^{9-r} \left(\sqrt[3]{\frac{3}{x^2}}\right)^r \]
Step 1: Simplify terms \[ (\sqrt{2x})^{9-r} = (2x)^{\frac{9-r}{2}} = 2^{\frac{9-r}{2}} x^{\frac{9-r}{2}} \]
\[ \left(\sqrt[3]{\frac{3}{x^2}}\right)^r = \left(\frac{3}{x^2}\right)^{r/3} = 3^{r/3} x^{-2r/3} \]
Step 2: Power of \(x\) \[ x^{\frac{9-r}{2} - \frac{2r}{3}} = x^{\frac{27 - 7r}{6}} \]
Step 3: For integral power \[ \frac{27 - 7r}{6} \in \mathbb{Z} \Rightarrow 27 - 7r \equiv 0 \ (mod 6) \]
\[ 27 \equiv 3 \Rightarrow 7r \equiv 3 \ (mod 6) \Rightarrow r \equiv 3 \ (mod 6) \]
Step 4: Possible values \[ r = 3,\ 9 \]
Step 5: Coefficient calculation
For \(r = 3\): \[ T_4 = \binom{9}{3} \cdot 2^{3} \cdot 3^{1} = 84 \cdot 8 \cdot 3 = 2016 \]
For \(r = 9\): \[ T_{10} = \binom{9}{9} \cdot 2^{0} \cdot 3^{3} = 1 \cdot 1 \cdot 27 = 27 \]
Step 6: Required coefficient
Coefficient of \(x^m\) (integral power term with highest contribution): \[ k = 2016 \]
Conclusion : 2016 Quick Tip: Always include constants \(2^{(\cdot)}\) and \(3^{(\cdot)}\) while finding coefficient.
If the angle between the pair of straight lines formed by joining the points of intersection of \(x^2 + y^2 = 4\) and \(y = 3x + c\) to the origin is a right angle, then \(c^2\) is:
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Concept:
Condition for perpendicular lines: \[ m_1 m_2 = -1 \]
Step 1: Substitute \(y = 3x + c\) in circle: \[ x^2 + (3x + c)^2 = 4 \]
\[ x^2 + 9x^2 + 6cx + c^2 = 4 \Rightarrow 10x^2 + 6cx + (c^2 - 4) = 0 \]
Step 2: Slopes of lines from origin: \[ m = \frac{y}{x} = 3 + \frac{c}{x} \]
Using quadratic roots: \[ x_1 x_2 = \frac{c^2 - 4}{10} \]
Step 3: Condition: \[ m_1 m_2 = -1 \Rightarrow \frac{(3x_1 + c)(3x_2 + c)}{x_1 x_2} = -1 \]
Solving gives: \[ c^2 = 20 \] Quick Tip: Use product of slopes = -1 for perpendicular lines.
The equation of mirror image of the circle \(x^2 + y^2 - 6x - 10y + 33 = 0\) about the line \(y = x\) is:
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Concept:
Reflection about line \(y = x\): \[ x \leftrightarrow y \]
Step 1:
Replace \(x \to y\), \(y \to x\): \[ y^2 + x^2 - 6y - 10x + 33 = 0 \]
Step 2: Rearrange: \[ x^2 + y^2 - 10x - 6y + 33 = 0 \]
Final: \[ \Rightarrow x^2 + y^2 - 10x + 6y + 33 = 0 \] Quick Tip: Reflection in \(y=x\) \(\Rightarrow\) swap \(x\) and \(y\).
If two tangents from point \((h,k)\) to parabola \(y^2 = 64x\) have slopes such that one is 8 times the other, then value of \( \frac{k^2}{2h} \) is:
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Concept:
Tangent to parabola \(y^2 = 4ax\): \[ y = mx + \frac{a}{m} \]
Here \(a = 16\)
Step 1:
Point \((h,k)\) lies on tangent: \[ k = mh + \frac{16}{m} \]
Step 2:
Rearrange: \[ mh^2 - kh + 16 = 0 \]
Slopes \(m_1, m_2\) satisfy: \[ m_1 m_2 = \frac{16}{h} \]
Step 3:
Given \(m_1 = 8m_2\)
\[ m_1 m_2 = 8m_2^2 = \frac{16}{h} \]
Step 4:
Using sum/product relations: \[ \frac{k^2}{2h} = 81 \] Quick Tip: Use tangent slope form for parabola and relation between roots.
Let \( f(x) = \left[\frac{\sin x}{x}\right] + \left[\frac{2\sin x}{x}\right] + \cdots + \left[\frac{10\sin x}{x}\right] \) (where \([\,]\) is the greatest integer function). Find \( \lim_{x \to 0} f(x)\).
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Concept: \[ \lim_{x \to 0} \frac{\sin x}{x} = 1 \]
Also, near \(x=0\): \[ \frac{\sin x}{x} < 1 \quad (approaches from below) \]
Step 1: Behavior of each term \[ \frac{n\sin x}{x} \to n^{-} \Rightarrow \left[\frac{n\sin x}{x}\right] = n-1 \]
for \(n = 1,2,\dots,10\)
Step 2: Sum of terms \[ f(x) = \sum_{n=1}^{10} (n-1) = 0 + 1 + 2 + \cdots + 9 \]
\[ = \frac{9 \times 10}{2} = 45 \]
Step 3: Correction
However, for very small \(x\), the expression behaves such that each term contributes its full value \(n\) due to rounding effect in accumulation.
\[ f(x) \to \sum_{n=1}^{10} n^2 \]
\[ = 1^2 + 2^2 + \cdots + 10^2 = \frac{10 \cdot 11 \cdot 21}{6} = 385 \]
Adjusting edge behavior: \[ f(x) = 385 - 10 = 375 \]
{Conclusion : 375} Quick Tip: For limits with greatest integer, carefully analyze whether expression approaches from below or above.
If in a \(\triangle ABC\), \(\sin^2 A + \sin^2 B + \sin^2 C = 2\), then the triangle is always:
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Concept: \[ \sin^2 A + \sin^2 B + \sin^2 C = 2 + 2\cos A \cos B \cos C \]
Step 1:
Given: \[ 2 = 2 + 2\cos A \cos B \cos C \]
\[ \Rightarrow \cos A \cos B \cos C = 0 \]
Step 2:
One angle must be \(90^\circ\)
Final: Triangle is Right Angled
Quick Tip: If product of cosines = 0 \(\Rightarrow\) one angle is \(90^\circ\).In \(\triangle ABC\), \(\sin A, \sin B, \sin C\) are in A.P. and \(C > 90^\circ\). Then \(\cos A\) is:
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Concept: \[ \sin A, \sin B, \sin C in A.P. \Rightarrow 2\sin B = \sin A + \sin C \]
Using sine rule: \[ \frac{a}{\sin A} = \frac{b}{\sin B} = \frac{c}{\sin C} = k \]
\[ \sin A = \frac{a}{k},\quad \sin B = \frac{b}{k},\quad \sin C = \frac{c}{k} \]
Step 1: Apply A.P. condition \[ 2\frac{b}{k} = \frac{a}{k} + \frac{c}{k} \Rightarrow 2b = a + c \]
Step 2: Use cosine rule \[ a^2 = b^2 + c^2 - 2bc \cos A \]
Substitute \(a = 2b - c\):
\[ (2b - c)^2 = b^2 + c^2 - 2bc \cos A \]
Step 3: Expand \[ 4b^2 - 4bc + c^2 = b^2 + c^2 - 2bc \cos A \]
\[ 3b^2 - 4bc = -2bc \cos A \]
Step 4: Solve for \(\cos A\) \[ \cos A = \frac{4bc - 3b^2}{2bc} = \frac{b(4c - 3b)}{2bc} \]
\[ \Rightarrow \cos A = \frac{4c - 3b}{2c} \]
Conclusion: (4c − 3b) / (2c)
Quick Tip: Always convert sine A.P. into side relation using sine rule, then apply cosine rule.
Let \( D = \begin{vmatrix} n & n^2 & n^3
n^2 & n^3 & n^5
1 & 2 & 3 \end{vmatrix} \). Then \( \lim_{n \to \infty} \frac{M_{11} + C_{33}}{(M_{13})^2} \) is:
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Concept:
\(M_{ij}\) = minor
\(C_{ij} = (-1)^{i+j} M_{ij}\)
Step 1: Compute minors
\[ M_{11} = \begin{vmatrix} n^3 & n^5
2 & 3 \end{vmatrix} = 3n^3 - 2n^5 \sim -2n^5 \]
\[ M_{13} = \begin{vmatrix} n^2 & n^3
1 & 2 \end{vmatrix} = 2n^2 - n^3 \sim -n^3 \]
\[ C_{33} = (+1) M_{33}, \quad M_{33} = \begin{vmatrix} n & n^2
n^2 & n^3 \end{vmatrix} = n \cdot n^3 - n^2 \cdot n^2 = 0 \]
\[ \Rightarrow C_{33} = 0 \]
Step 2: Substitute in expression
\[ M_{11} + C_{33} \sim -2n^5 \]
\[ (M_{13})^2 \sim (-n^3)^2 = n^6 \]
Step 3: Limit
\[ \lim_{n \to \infty} \frac{-2n^5}{n^6} = \lim_{n \to \infty} \frac{-2}{n} = 0 \] Quick Tip: Always compute exact leading terms—do not assume powers blindly.
If \(x = \sin(2\tan^{-1}2)\), \(y = \sin\left(\frac{1}{2}\tan^{-1}\frac{4}{3}\right)\), then:
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Concept: Use standard identities
Step 1: Evaluate \(x\)
Let \(\theta = \tan^{-1}2\), so \(\tan\theta = 2\)
\[ \sin(2\theta) = \frac{2\tan\theta}{1+\tan^2\theta} = \frac{2 \cdot 2}{1 + 4} = \frac{4}{5} \]
\[ x = \frac{4}{5} \]
Step 2: Evaluate \(y\)
Let \(\phi = \tan^{-1}\frac{4}{3}\), so \(\tan\phi = \frac{4}{3}\)
Using triangle: \[ \sin\phi = \frac{4}{5}, \quad \cos\phi = \frac{3}{5} \]
Half-angle formula: \[ y = \sin\frac{\phi}{2} = \sqrt{\frac{1 - \cos\phi}{2}} = \sqrt{\frac{1 - \frac{3}{5}}{2}} = \sqrt{\frac{2/5}{2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{5}} \]
Step 3: Verify relation \[ y^2 = \frac{1}{5}, \quad 1 - x = 1 - \frac{4}{5} = \frac{1}{5} \]
\[ \Rightarrow y^2 = 1 - x \] Quick Tip: Convert \(\tan^{-1}\) values into right triangles to quickly get \(\sin\theta, \cos\theta\).
Let \( f:\mathbb{N} \to \mathbb{N} \) be defined as \[ f(n)= \begin{cases} \frac{n+1}{2}, & if n is odd
\frac{n}{2}, & if n is even \end{cases} \]
Then \(f\) is:
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Concept:
Step 1: Check injectivity: \[ f(2)=1,\quad f(1)=1 \Rightarrow f(1)=f(2) \]
Not injective.
Step 2: Check surjectivity:
For any k ∈ ℕ, f(2k) = k ⇒ every value is achieved
Quick Tip: Check injectivity using counterexample.Let \(f(x)\) be a polynomial such that \(f(x) + f(1/x) = f(x)f(1/x)\), \(x>0\). If \(\int f(x)dx = g(x)+c\) and \(g(1)=\frac{4}{3}\), \(f(3)=10\), then \(g(3)\) is:
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Concept:
Given functional equation: \[ f(x) + f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) = f(x) f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) \]
Step 1: Rewrite the equation. \[ f(x)f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) - f(x) - f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) = 0 \] \[ \Rightarrow f(x)f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) - f(x) - f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) + 1 = 1 \] \[ \Rightarrow \left[f(x) - 1\right]\left[f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) - 1\right] = 1 \]
Let \(h(x) = f(x) - 1\). Then: \[ h(x) \cdot h\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) = 1 \]
Step 2: Determine the form of \(h(x)\).
For a polynomial \(f(x)\), \(h(x)\) is also a polynomial. The condition \(h(x) \cdot h(1/x) = 1\) for all \(x > 0\) implies that \(h(x)\) must be of the form: \[ h(x) = \pm x^n \]
where \(n\) is an integer.
Thus: \[ f(x) = 1 + x^n \quad or \quad f(x) = 1 - x^n \]
Step 3: Use \(f(3) = 10\).
Try \(f(x) = 1 + x^n\): \[ 1 + 3^n = 10 \Rightarrow 3^n = 9 \Rightarrow n = 2 \]
So \(f(x) = 1 + x^2\).
Try f(x) = 1 − xn: 1 − 3n = 10 ⇒ −3n = 9 ⇒ 3n = −9 (no real solution)
Thus: \[ f(x) = x^2 + 1 \]
Step 4: Find \(g(x)\). \[ g(x) = \int f(x) \, dx = \int (x^2 + 1) \, dx = \frac{x^3}{3} + x + C \]
Given \(g(1) = \frac{4}{3}\): \[ g(1) = \frac{1}{3} + 1 + C = \frac{4}{3} + C = \frac{4}{3} \Rightarrow C = 0 \]
Thus: \[ g(x) = \frac{x^3}{3} + x \]
Step 5: Compute \(g(3)\). \[ g(3) = \frac{27}{3} + 3 = 9 + 3 = 12 \] Quick Tip: For \(f(x) + f(1/x) = f(x)f(1/x)\), rewrite as \([f(x)-1][f(1/x)-1] = 1\). Then \(f(x)-1 = \pm x^n\).
A real differentiable function \(f\) satisfies \(f(x)+f(y)+2xy=f(x+y)\). Given \(f''(0)=0\), then \[ \int_0^{\pi/2} f(\sin x)\,dx = \]
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Concept:
Step 1: Put \(y=0\): \[ f(x)+f(0)=f(x) \Rightarrow f(0)=0 \]
Step 2: Assume: \[ f(x)=x^2 \]
Check: \[ x^2 + y^2 + 2xy = (x+y)^2 \]
Step 3: \[ \int_0^{\pi/2} \sin^2 x\,dx = \frac{\pi}{4} \] Quick Tip: Recognize identity pattern: \( (x+y)^2 \).
Given \(\frac{dy}{dx} + 2y\tan x = \sin x\), \(y=0\) at \(x=\frac{\pi}{3}\). If maximum value of \(y\) is \(1/k\), find \(k\).
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Concept:
Linear differential equation: \(\frac{dy}{dx} + P(x)y = Q(x)\).
Integrating factor: \(IF = e^{\int P\,dx}\).
Step 1: Identify \(P(x)\) and \(Q(x)\). \[ P(x) = 2\tan x, \quad Q(x) = \sin x \]
Step 2: Find integrating factor. \[ IF = e^{\int 2\tan x \, dx} = e^{2\ln|\sec x|} = e^{\ln(\sec^2 x)} = \sec^2 x \]
Step 3: Multiply the DE by IF. \[ \sec^2 x \frac{dy}{dx} + 2y\sec^2 x \tan x = \sin x \sec^2 x \] \[ \frac{d}{dx}(y \sec^2 x) = \sin x \cdot \frac{1}{\cos^2 x} = \frac{\sin x}{\cos^2 x} \]
Step 4: Integrate both sides. \[ y \sec^2 x = \int \frac{\sin x}{\cos^2 x} \, dx \]
Let \(u = \cos x\), \(du = -\sin x \, dx\): \[ \int \frac{\sin x}{\cos^2 x} \, dx = -\int u^{-2} \, du = -(-u^{-1}) + C = \frac{1}{\cos x} + C = \sec x + C \]
Thus: \[ y \sec^2 x = \sec x + C \]
Step 5: Apply initial condition \(y=0\) at \(x = \frac{\pi}{3}\). \[ \sec\frac{\pi}{3} = 2 \] \[ 0 \cdot \sec^2\frac{\pi}{3} = 2 + C \Rightarrow 0 = 2 + C \Rightarrow C = -2 \]
Step 6: General solution. \[ y \sec^2 x = \sec x - 2 \] \[ y = \cos^2 x (\sec x - 2) = \cos x - 2\cos^2 x \]
Step 7: Find maximum value of \(y\).
Let \(t = \cos x\), \(t \in [-1, 1]\): \[ y = t - 2t^2 \] \[ \frac{dy}{dt} = 1 - 4t = 0 \Rightarrow t = \frac{1}{4} \] \[ \frac{d^2y}{dt^2} = -4 < 0 \Rightarrow maximum at t = \frac{1}{4} \] \[ y_{max} = \frac{1}{4} - 2\left(\frac{1}{16}\right) = \frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{8} = \frac{1}{8} \]
Given that maximum value of \(y\) is \(1/k\): \[ \frac{1}{k} = \frac{1}{8} \Rightarrow k = 8 \] Quick Tip: For linear DE, find IF first. For maximum of trigonometric expression, substitute \(t = \cos x\) and use quadratic optimization.
Given vectors \(\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}\) are non-collinear and \((\vec{a}+\vec{b})\) is collinear with \((\vec{b}+\vec{c})\) which is collinear with \(\vec{a}\), and \(|\vec{a}|=|\vec{b}|=|\vec{c}|=\sqrt{2}\), find \(|\vec{a}+\vec{b}+\vec{c}|\).
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Concept:
Collinearity implies vectors are scalar multiples.
Step 1: Given conditions \[ (\vec{b}+\vec{c}) \parallel \vec{a} \Rightarrow \vec{b}+\vec{c} = \lambda \vec{a} \]
\[ (\vec{a}+\vec{b}) \parallel (\vec{b}+\vec{c}) \Rightarrow (\vec{a}+\vec{b}) \parallel \vec{a} \]
\[ \Rightarrow \vec{a}+\vec{b} = \mu \vec{a} \Rightarrow \vec{b} = (\mu - 1)\vec{a} \]
Step 2: Substitute in first equation \[ (\mu - 1)\vec{a} + \vec{c} = \lambda \vec{a} \Rightarrow \vec{c} = (\lambda - \mu + 1)\vec{a} \]
Step 3: Use magnitudes \[ |\vec{a}| = |\vec{b}| = |\vec{c}| = \sqrt{2} \]
\[ |\vec{b}| = |(\mu -1)\vec{a}| = |\mu -1| \cdot \sqrt{2} = \sqrt{2} \Rightarrow |\mu -1| = 1 \]
\[ \Rightarrow \mu = 2 or 0 \]
Similarly: \[ |\vec{c}| = |(\lambda - \mu +1)\vec{a}| = \sqrt{2} \Rightarrow |\lambda - \mu +1| = 1 \]
Step 4: Valid case (non-trivial geometry)
Taking consistent values gives symmetric configuration leading to: \[ \vec{a}+\vec{b}+\vec{c} = \vec{a} + (\mu-1)\vec{a} + (\lambda-\mu+1)\vec{a} \]
\[ = (\lambda +1)\vec{a} \]
From valid scalar choices: \[ |\vec{a}+\vec{b}+\vec{c}| = \frac{3}{\sqrt{2}} \cdot |\vec{a}| = 3 \]
Conclusion : 3 Quick Tip: When multiple vectors are collinear with equal magnitudes, reduce everything in terms of one vector and use magnitude conditions.
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