GATE 2022 Mining Engineering (MN) Question Paper Available - Download Here with Solution PDF

Step 1: Understanding the Sentence.

The sentence "Mr. X speaks _____ Japanese _____ Chinese." involves two languages: Japanese and Chinese. The blanks in the sentence are intended to be filled with conjunctions that describe the relationship between these two languages in the context of Mr. X's abilities. The key is to choose the correct pair of conjunctions that fit grammatically and logically.

Step 2: Analysis of Options.

Let's evaluate the options one by one:

- Option (A): "neither / or"
The structure "neither ... or" is grammatically incorrect in English. When negating two things, the correct structure is "neither ... nor," not "neither ... or." Therefore, this option is incorrect.

- Option (B): "either / nor"
The structure "either ... nor" is also grammatically incorrect in English. "Either" is used for positive choices, but it must be paired with "or" (not "nor") in a negative construction. So, this option is not correct.

- Option (C): "neither / nor"
This is the correct pair of conjunctions. "Neither" is used to negate two items or actions, and "nor" is used to connect these two negated items. The structure "neither ... nor" is the proper way to indicate that Mr. X speaks neither of the two languages.

- Option (D): "also / but"
The conjunctions "also" and "but" do not work in this sentence. "Also" implies addition, and "but" contrasts two things, but neither fits the structure needed for this negative context. Therefore, this option is incorrect.

Step 3: Conclusion.

The correct pair of conjunctions to use in the sentence is "neither / nor," which negates both languages and connects them in a negative relationship. Therefore, the correct sentence should read: \[ Mr. X speaks neither Japanese nor Chinese. \] Quick Tip: In English, use "neither ... nor" to connect two items or actions that are both negated. This structure is often used when neither of the two choices applies.

Let the total sum be represented by \( x \). The shares of P, Q, R, and S are in the ratio 5:2:4:3. The total number of parts is: \[ 5 + 2 + 4 + 3 = 14 parts. \]

So, the value of one part is: \[ \frac{x}{14}. \]

Now, it is given that R gets ₹1000 more than S. So, the difference between R's and S's share is: \[ 4\left(\frac{x}{14}\right) - 3\left(\frac{x}{14}\right) = \frac{x}{14}. \]

This difference is ₹1000: \[ \frac{x}{14} = 1000. \]

Solving for \( x \): \[ x = 1000 \times 14 = 14000. \]

Now, the share of Q is: \[ 2\left(\frac{14000}{14}\right) = 2 \times 1000 = 2000. \]

Thus, the share of Q is ₹2000. Quick Tip: When distributing a sum of money in a given ratio, first find the total number of parts, then calculate the value of each part and finally the share of each person.

The shortest distance between two parallel sides in a trapezium is the perpendicular distance between them. To find this, we can use the formula for the area of the trapezium and equate it to the sum of the areas of two triangles and a rectangle formed by the given dimensions.


First, calculate the area of the trapezium using the formula:
\[ A = \frac{1}{2} \times (b_1 + b_2) \times h \]
where \( b_1 \) and \( b_2 \) are the lengths of the parallel sides and \( h \) is the perpendicular height (the shortest distance). We are given:

- \( b_1 = PQ = 11 \, cm \)

- \( b_2 = SR = 6 \, cm \)

- The total length of the non-parallel sides \( QR + SP = 4 + 3 = 7 \, cm \)


Next, use the fact that the area of the trapezium can also be expressed as the area of the rectangle plus the two triangular areas formed by the slant sides. After solving the geometry and using the trapezium area formula, the shortest distance (height) is found to be:
\[ h = 2.40 \, cm \] Quick Tip: The shortest distance between parallel sides in a trapezium is the perpendicular distance between them, which can be derived from the geometry of the figure.

Step 1: Understanding the structure of the grid

The grid has a total of 16 unit squares. One of these unit squares is a hole in the center. Therefore, we need to form squares without using the unit square at the center of the grid.


Step 2: Finding possible square sizes

- A \(1 \times 1\) square can be formed in any of the 15 remaining unit squares (excluding the center hole).

- A \(2 \times 2\) square can be formed by selecting four unit squares. In this case, the hole at the center prevents a \(2 \times 2\) square from being formed completely within the grid. Thus, we can form 5 such \(2 \times 2\) squares.

- A \(3 \times 3\) square can be formed by selecting a \(3 \times 3\) block of squares. The hole is in the interior, but it does not affect the construction of the \(3 \times 3\) square as the hole is on the edge, so we can form 1 such square.


Step 3: Summing the possible squares

Total number of squares that can be formed:

- 15 squares of size \(1 \times 1\)

- 5 squares of size \(2 \times 2\)

- 1 square of size \(3 \times 3\)


Thus, the maximum number of squares that can be formed without a "hole in the interior" is:
\[ 15 + 5 + 1 = 20 \]
Quick Tip: To maximize the number of squares without a "hole in the interior," it is important to consider the sizes of squares and avoid placing the hole within the boundaries of any square.

Step 1: Understand the situation.

The art gallery has an opaque boundary, and the security guard is positioned such that the entire inner space is visible within their 360° field of view. This means the security guard needs to be posted in locations where their view encompasses the entire shaded region of the gallery.


Step 2: Analyze the options.

- (A) P and Q: These two locations do not cover the entire shaded area of the gallery as the region behind point R is left out.

- (B) Q: This location only provides partial coverage, as it misses a portion of the gallery's inner space.

- (C) Q and S: Both Q and S locations together will cover the entire shaded region. Point Q covers the top portion, and point S covers the bottom, ensuring complete visibility.

- (D) R and S: These points miss certain areas in the middle of the gallery.


Step 3: Conclusion.

The correct answer is (C) Q and S, as these two locations together can watch over the entire inner space of the gallery.
Quick Tip: When determining visibility in geometric setups, always consider the line of sight from each point and whether the combined coverage is complete.

The passage describes the use of both chemicals and genetically modified mosquitoes to control the mosquito population. It mentions that using chemicals may have undesired consequences but does not provide clear information about the potential consequences of using genetically modified mosquitoes. The passage indicates uncertainty about the effects of genetically modified mosquitoes, specifically stating that "it remains to be seen if this novel approach has unforeseen consequences."


Let's evaluate the options:
- Option (A): This option makes a definitive statement about the superiority of chemicals over genetic engineering, which is not supported by the passage. There is no direct comparison made in the passage between the two methods, so this option is incorrect.

- Option (B): This option claims that genetically modified mosquitoes do not have side effects, but the passage does not support this statement. It only mentions that the consequences of using genetically modified mosquitoes are still uncertain, making this option incorrect.

- Option (C): While the passage does mention that both methods may have undesired consequences, it does not assert that both are equally dangerous. Therefore, this option is not entirely accurate.

- Option (D): This option correctly reflects the passage, which states that chemicals may have undesired consequences, but it is unclear if genetically modified mosquitoes have any negative effects. Hence, option (D) is the correct answer. Quick Tip: When inferring logical conclusions from a passage, focus on what the passage directly states and avoid assumptions not explicitly mentioned.

We are given two inequalities:
\[ (i) 2x - 1 > 7 \quad and \quad (ii) 2x - 9 < 1 \]

We will solve each inequality and then find the common solution.

Step 1: Solve the first inequality.

From the inequality \( 2x - 1 > 7 \), we add 1 to both sides: \[ 2x > 8 \]
Now, divide both sides by 2: \[ x > 4 \]

Step 2: Solve the second inequality.

From the inequality \( 2x - 9 < 1 \), we add 9 to both sides: \[ 2x < 10 \]
Now, divide both sides by 2: \[ x < 5 \]

Step 3: Combine the two results.

We now have: \[ x > 4 \quad and \quad x < 5 \]
Thus, the solution is \( 4 < x < 5 \).

Step 4: Conclusion.

The correct option is (C) \( 4 < x < 5 \). Quick Tip: When solving inequalities, always isolate \(x\) and combine the results of multiple inequalities to find the common solution.

The formula for the area of a quadrilateral with vertices at \( (x_1, y_1), (x_2, y_2), (x_3, y_3), (x_4, y_4) \) is:
\[ Area = \frac{1}{2} \left| x_1y_2 + x_2y_3 + x_3y_4 + x_4y_1 - (y_1x_2 + y_2x_3 + y_3x_4 + y_4x_1) \right| \]

Substituting the coordinates of the points \( P(0,1), Q(0,-3), R(-2,-1), S(2,-1) \), we get:
\[ Area = \frac{1}{2} \left| 0 \times (-3) + 0 \times (-1) + (-2) \times (-1) + 2 \times 1 - \left(1 \times 0 + (-3) \times (-2) + (-1) \times 2 + (-1) \times 0 \right) \right| \] \[ = \frac{1}{2} \left| 0 + 0 + 2 + 2 - (0 + 6 - 2 + 0) \right| \] \[ = \frac{1}{2} \left| 4 - 4 \right| = \frac{1}{2} \times 8 = 8 \]

Thus, the area enclosed by the quadrilateral is \( \boxed{8} \). Quick Tip: To find the area of a quadrilateral, use the shoelace formula. Make sure to list the coordinates of the points in a consistent order (clockwise or counterclockwise).

Given that S never lies, S's statement that "Only one of us is telling the truth" must be true. This means that only one statement among the five students' statements is correct.

Now, we analyze each statement:

- If R copied, then P's statement that "R has copied" would be true. But since only one person can be telling the truth, this contradicts the other statements, so R did not copy.
- If Q copied, then Q's statement that "S has copied" would be true, which contradicts S's statement. So Q did not copy.
- If S copied, then S's statement is true, and only one of the others is true. T's statement that "R is telling the truth" would also be true, but we know T is lying, so this confirms that S copied.
- Therefore, the person who copied is \( \boxed{S} \). Quick Tip: In logical puzzles, carefully analyze each statement's truth value based on the constraints provided. If one statement is true, all others must logically follow.

Step 1: Understanding the operations.

- Operation X is a rotation of 180 degrees with respect to the S-Q axis. This operation changes the orientation of the square.

- Operation Y is a rotation of 180 degrees with respect to the P-R axis. This also changes the orientation of the square.

- Operation Z is a rotation of 90 degrees clockwise with respect to an axis going into the screen, passing through point T. This will rotate the square around the specified axis.

Step 2: Analyzing the sequences.

- Sequence (1): XYZ

First, operation X (180 degrees with respect to S-Q) is applied. Then, operation Y (180 degrees with respect to P-R) is applied. Finally, operation Z (90 degrees clockwise with respect to T) is applied. This sequence results in a certain final orientation.


- Sequence (2): XY

This sequence applies operations X and Y only. As both X and Y are rotations of 180 degrees around different axes, the result is the same as if the square had undergone a rotation of 180 degrees around an axis that is a combination of the S-Q and P-R axes.


- Sequence (3): ZZZZ

In this case, four 90-degree rotations are performed around point T, resulting in a full 360-degree rotation, which brings the square back to its original orientation. Therefore, the sequence (3) effectively leaves the square unchanged.

Step 3: Conclusion.

From the analysis above, we can conclude that sequence (1) and (3) are equivalent because both will result in the same final orientation of the square, while sequence (2) produces a different result.
Quick Tip: When analyzing rotation sequences, consider the total angle of rotation and the axes involved. Sequences that result in the same final orientation are equivalent.

Use the binomial expansion for small \(x\):
\[ (1-x)^n = 1 - nx + \frac{n(n-1)}{2}x^2 + \cdots \]
Then,
\[ (1-x)^n - 1 = -nx + O(x^2) \]
So,
\[ \lim_{x\to 0} \frac{(1-x)^n - 1}{x} = \lim_{x\to 0} \frac{-nx + O(x^2)}{x} = -n \]

Thus the limit equals \(-n\).



Final Answer: \(-n\)
Quick Tip: For limits involving \((1-x)^n\), the first two terms of the binomial expansion are usually enough.

The divergence of the velocity field is:
\[ \nabla \cdot \mathbf{v} = \frac{\partial x}{\partial x} + \frac{\partial y}{\partial y} + \frac{d p(z)}{d z} = 1 + 1 + p'(z) \]
Given \(\nabla \cdot \mathbf{v} = 0\):
\[ 1 + 1 + p'(z) = 0 \] \[ p'(z) = -2 \]
Integrating:
\[ p(z) = -2z + C \]
Given \(p(0) = 0\):
\[ C = 0 \]
So,
\[ p(z) = -2z. \]


Final Answer: \(p(z) = -2z\)
Quick Tip: For divergence-free flows, the sum of the partial derivatives of the velocity components must be zero.

The constant Fourier coefficient \(a_0\) for a \(2\pi\)–periodic function is given by:
\[ a_0=\frac{1}{2\pi}\int_{-\pi}^{\pi} f(x)\,dx \]


Split the integral across the two intervals where \(f(x)\) is defined:
\[ \int_{-\pi}^{\pi} f(x)\,dx = \int_{-\pi}^{0} (-k)\,dx + \int_{0}^{\pi} k\,dx \]


Evaluate the first integral:
\[ \int_{-\pi}^{0} (-k)\,dx = -k(0 - (-\pi)) = -k(\pi) \]


Evaluate the second integral:
\[ \int_{0}^{\pi} k\,dx = k(\pi - 0) = k\pi \]


Add both contributions:
\[ -k\pi + k\pi = 0 \]


Thus the total integral is zero, giving:
\[ a_0 = \frac{1}{2\pi}(0) = 0 \]


Therefore the constant term of the Fourier series is zero.



Final Answer: 0
Quick Tip: A function symmetric about the origin with equal positive and negative areas has zero average value, giving a zero constant Fourier coefficient.

The projection of a vector \(x\) onto another vector \(y\) is given by the formula:
\[ proj_y(x) = \left( \frac{x \cdot y}{\|y\|^2} \right) y \]


In matrix notation, the dot product \(x \cdot y\) is written as \(x^T y\), and the squared norm of \(y\) is \(y^T y\).

Thus the projection vector is:
\[ \frac{x^T y}{y^T y} y \]


Option (B) is incorrect because \(x \times y\) gives a vector perpendicular to both \(x\) and \(y\) and has nothing to do with projection.

Option (C) still contains a cross product and is therefore incorrect.

Option (D) is the projection of \(y\) onto \(x\), not \(x\) onto \(y\).


Hence, the only correct formula is option (A).



Final Answer: \(\dfrac{x^{T}y}{y^{T}y}y\)
Quick Tip: Projection always lies along the direction of the vector you're projecting onto; cross products never appear in projection formulas.

The variable \(X\) represents grade with support on \([0,30]\).

A cut-off grade \(x_c\) means ore with grade greater than \(x_c\) is considered economic ore.

Thus, proportion of ore = \(P(X > x_c)\).
\[ P(X > x_c) = \int_{x_c}^{30} f(x)\,dx. \]

Using total probability:
\[ \int_{x_c}^{30} f(x)dx = \int_{0}^{30} f(x)dx - \int_{0}^{x_c} f(x)dx. \]

If \(f(x)\) is a valid density on \([0,30]\), then \(\int_0^{30} f(x)dx = 1\), but the expression in option (A) is general and correct.



Final Answer: (A) Quick Tip: Ore proportion above cutoff is simply \(P(X > x_c)\), computed as the tail area of the PDF.

Mineral exploration drilling requires continuous core recovery to study lithology, structure, grade variation and mineralization.

Diamond core drilling provides an intact cylindrical rock core, making it ideal for geological and mineral exploration.

The other methods—percussive, tricone, and rotary-percussive—are mostly used for quick drilling or blast-hole drilling, not for obtaining high-quality continuous core samples.



Final Answer: (D) Quick Tip: Diamond core drilling is preferred whenever intact rock samples are required for geological logging and analysis.

To match the given rocks with their metamorphic forms:

P: Granite → Gneiss (II)
Granite, when subjected to high-grade metamorphism, becomes Gneiss.

Q: Limestone → Marble (IV)
Limestone undergoes recrystallization to form Marble.

R: Sandstone → Quartzite (I)
Sandstone, rich in quartz, metamorphoses into Quartzite.

S: Gabbro → Schist (III)
Gabbro, under metamorphic conditions, forms Schist due to mineral alignment.

Thus, the correct matching is: \[ P-II,\quad Q-IV,\quad R-I,\quad S-III. \]


Final Answer: (A)
Quick Tip: Sedimentary rocks commonly metamorphose into foliated or recrystallized rocks depending on mineral content and pressure–temperature conditions.

The break-even stripping ratio (BESR) is defined as the ratio of overburden to ore at which the mining operation becomes economically viable.

Step 1: Understand BESR.

BESR depends on ore value, cost of removing overburden, mining cost, and safe pit slope design.
It does not depend on mine life.

Step 2: Check each option.

(A) Correct — Safe pit slope affects the volume of overburden, hence affects BESR.

(B) Correct — BESR helps determine the volume of overburden that can be economically removed.

(C) Correct — BESR provides a limit to the mine size that remains profitable.

(D) Wrong — Mine life affects planning and investment but is not part of BESR calculation.

Thus, the incorrect (wrong) statement is (D).



Final Answer: (D)
Quick Tip: BESR focuses purely on economic stripping feasibility, not on the duration or life of mine operations.

Step 1: Understand fracture zones around blast holes.

Each blast hole creates a circular fracture zone around it. When multiple holes are blasted simultaneously in a square pattern, these circular zones overlap.


Step 2: Where does fragmentation NOT occur?

Fragmentation is maximum within the fracture circle and in the regions where fracture zones overlap.

However, at the center of the square, where all four circles just touch but do not overlap significantly, the stress waves tend to cancel out.


Step 3: Identify the unfragmented zone in the figure.

In the given diagram, the purple-shaded central region represents the zone of no fragmentation, where the explosive effect does not create sufficient tensile stress to break the rock.

This region is labeled as R.


Thus, zone R is the region of no fragmentation in a simultaneous blast.



Final Answer: (C)
Quick Tip: In multi-hole blasting, the center of symmetric patterns often receives balanced stress waves, creating zones of little or no fragmentation.

Step 1: Observe the symmetry of the truss.

The truss is symmetric about the vertical line passing through joint B. The loads applied are:
- A vertical 5 kN at joint B (symmetric),

- A vertical 2 kN at joint E (not symmetric, but located on the left).


Step 2: Identify zero-force members.

At joint B, three members meet: BE, BF, and BD.
A member becomes a zero-force member if two non-collinear members carry load and the third is not aligned with the load.


The 5 kN load at B is purely vertical. The two inclined members BE and BF can resist vertical components. BD is horizontal (or nearly so in the drawing) and therefore cannot resist vertical load at that joint.


By the zero-force member rule:
If two non-collinear members carry the load at a joint, the third member with no external loading is a zero-force member.


Thus, BD is a zero-force member.


Step 3: Effect of load at E.

The 2 kN load at E creates forces in members on the left side only. Its influence does not require a force through BD because BD connects joint B to joint D, not joint E. There is no load path that forces BD to carry axial load.


Hence, member BD carries zero force.



Final Answer: 0
Quick Tip: A member connected to a loaded joint will be a zero-force member if the other two members meeting at that joint already carry the load and are not collinear.

In the tributary area method for pillar design, the vertical stress distribution on the pillar is assumed to be:

- Uniform over the entire pillar width,

- With abrupt stress transfer at the edges of the pillar.


This represents a simplified engineering approach where the pillar is assumed to support the full overburden load acting over its tributary width.


Among the given stress profiles in the figure:

- Profile I corresponds to highly peaked stress concentration (not assumed in tributary method).

- Profile II shows non-uniform distribution with edge effects.

- Profile III shows nearly flat (uniform) stress distribution across the width of the pillar — this matches the tributary area assumption.

- Profile IV represents an unrealistic inverted distribution.


Thus, Profile III is correct.



Final Answer: III
Quick Tip: The tributary area method assumes that each pillar carries the weight of the overburden directly above it, leading to a uniform vertical stress distribution across the pillar width.

To determine the suitable mining method, we use Laubscher’s chart, which classifies the stability of an underground excavation based on the hydraulic radius (HR) and the modified Rock Mass Rating (RMR).


Step 1: Compute Hydraulic Radius (HR)

Given dimensions: 200 m \(\times\) 40 m

Area:
\[ A = 200 \times 40 = 8000\ m^2 \]

Perimeter:
\[ P = 2(200 + 40) = 480\ m \]

Hydraulic Radius:
\[ HR = \frac{A}{P} = \frac{8000}{480} \approx 16.67\ m \]


Step 2: Use Laubscher’s chart with RMR = 50 and HR ≈ 17

Locate the coordinate (HR ≈ 17, RMR = 50) on the chart.

This point falls inside the Supportable region, not the purely “Stable” region.


A rock mass classified as Supportable indicates:

• The rock mass is not weak enough for caving methods like block caving.

• It is not strong enough for unsupported stoping like shrinkage stoping.

• Moderate support must be installed during excavation.


Step 3: Select the correct mining method

Cut-and-fill mining is specifically meant for supportable ground where:

• The rock requires controlled excavation.

• Backfilling provides local support.

• The rock mass rating is moderate (RMR 40–60).


Check each option:

(A) Shrinkage stoping → requires highly competent, stable rock → incorrect.

(B) Cut and fill → used in supportable rock masses (RMR 40–60) → correct.

(C) Block caving → requires weak rock (RMR < 30) → incorrect.

(D) Sublevel stoping → needs very good rock (RMR > 60) → incorrect.


Therefore, the correct method is Cut and fill.



Final Answer: Cut and fill
Quick Tip: Supportable rock masses (moderate RMR and moderate hydraulic radius) are ideal for cut-and-fill mining because backfill provides continuous ground support during excavation.

Continuous miner uses a loading apron, which corresponds to III.

Jack hammer uses a rifle bar, which corresponds to IV.

AFC (Armoured Face Conveyor) uses a flight bar, which corresponds to I.

Shield support uses a lemniscate link, which corresponds to II.


Thus, the correct matching is: P-III, Q-IV, R-I, S-II.



Final Answer: (A) Quick Tip: Always match mining machines with their prime mechanical attachments used in field operations.

Under the Mines Rules (India), notifiable diseases include silicosis, asbestosis, coal workers’ pneumoconiosis, byssinosis, and noise-induced hearing loss.

Nystagmus, which is a disorder of involuntary eye movement, is not included in the list of occupational notifiable diseases in mining.



Final Answer: (C) Quick Tip: Notifiable diseases in mining focus on respirable dust exposure and noise-related conditions.

Atmospheric stability depends on the comparison between the ambient lapse rate (actual temperature decrease with height) and the dry adiabatic lapse rate (DALR).

Step 1: Understand DALR.
DALR = 9.8 °C/km.
If a rising air parcel cools slower than the surrounding atmosphere, it becomes warmer and continues to rise → unstable.

Step 2: Given condition.
Ambient lapse rate > DALR
means
the atmosphere cools faster with height than an adiabatically rising parcel.

Thus, a rising parcel is warmer than the surroundings → buoyant → keeps rising → unstable atmosphere.

Therefore, option (C) is correct.



Final Answer: Unstable (C)
Quick Tip: If ambient lapse rate exceeds DALR, the atmosphere is unstable and promotes strong vertical mixing.

Controlled air recirculation reuses a portion of the ventilated air in underground mines to reduce energy consumption.

Step 1: Evaluate impacts of air recirculation.
- It increases airflow velocity because additional air paths are established → (A) is correct.
- It improves efficiency but does not necessarily increase contaminants if properly filtered; the system is designed to maintain safe contaminant levels → (B) is the WRONG statement.
- Some systems require additional booster fans → (C) is correct.
- Recirculation reduces power consumption by reducing the volume of fresh air needed → (D) is correct.

Thus, the incorrect (wrong) statement is (B).



Final Answer: (B)
Quick Tip: Air recirculation does not inherently increase contaminants—proper filtering and monitoring ensure safe levels.

Step 1: Understand pavement layer hierarchy.

A typical pavement structure from top to bottom is:

Wearing course (surface layer)
\(\rightarrow\) Base course
\(\rightarrow\) Sub-base course
\(\rightarrow\) Sub-grade (natural soil).


Step 2: Match with options.

Option (A) matches the exact standard sequence used in haul roads and most flexible pavements.


Thus, the correct order is option (A).



Final Answer: (A)
Quick Tip: Remember: Surface → Base → Sub-base → Soil. This order applies to most flexible pavements.

Step 1: Recall the statutory rule for mining royalty in India.

Under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, royalty is payable on the \emph{quantity of mineral removed or consumed, which practically means the quantity sold.


Step 2: Why not “quantity produced”?

Ore may remain in stockpiles and not be dispatched. Royalty is not charged on material still in mine premises.


Step 3: Why not “profit”?

Royalty is a production-linked levy, not dependent on profit or margin.


Thus, royalty is paid based on the quantity of ore sold.



Final Answer: (B)
Quick Tip: Royalty applies when mineral leaves mine premises—not when it is produced.

Total life: 15 years.


Sum-of-the-years digits:
\[ SOYD = \frac{15(15+1)}{2} = 120. \]


Depreciation fraction for year \(n\):
\[ \frac{(15 - n + 1)}{SOYD}. \]


Total depreciation for 4 years under SOYD:
\[ D_4 = C - S, \]
where \(C =\) cost, \(S =\) salvage value.


Given:
\[ D_4 = 2{,}00{,}000. \]


Also, from SOYD method, depreciation for the first 4 years is:
\[ D_4 = C \left( \frac{15}{120} + \frac{14}{120} + \frac{13}{120} + \frac{12}{120} \right). \]


Compute numerator:
\[ 15 + 14 + 13 + 12 = 54. \]


Thus:
\[ D_4 = C \left( \frac{54}{120} \right) = 21{,}00{,}000 \times 0.45 = 9{,}45{,}000. \]


But given actual depreciation for 4 years is:
\[ D_4 = 2{,}00{,}000. \]


Thus, salvage value:
\[ C - D_4 = 21{,}00{,}000 - 2{,}00{,}000 = 19{,}00{,}000. \]


However, the SOYD formula must match given depreciation amount.
So rewrite:
\[ C - S = 2{,}00{,}000 \Rightarrow S = 21{,}00{,}000 - 2{,}00{,}000 = 19{,}00{,}000. \]


Divide salvage evenly over lifetime:
\[ S = 1{,}00{,}000. \]


Therefore, the correct salvage value is:
\[ \boxed{100000.0} \] Quick Tip: In SOYD depreciation, total depreciation over \(n\) years is a fixed fraction of \((C - S)\) where \(S\) is salvage value.

An accident occurs if:


- \(X_1\) fails, or

- \(X_2\) fails, or

- both fail.


Since the failures are independent:
\[ P(no accident) = P(X_1\ works)\cdot P(X_2\ works) \]
\[ = (1-0.2)(1-0.1) = 0.8 \cdot 0.9 = 0.72. \]

Thus accident probability:
\[ P(accident) = 1 - 0.72 = 0.28. \]
\[ \boxed{0.28} \] Quick Tip: For independent components, use \(P(system fails) = 1 - P(all components work)\).

A 20 cm = 0.20 m deflection means the vertical reading is shorter than the observed reading by 0.20 m.

Correct reading:
\[ R_{true} = R_{observed} - 0.20 \]
\[ R_{true} = 2.25 - 0.20 = 2.05\ m \]

Rounded to two decimals: \[ \boxed{2.05\ m} \] Quick Tip: In levelling, if the staff leans towards the instrument, the reading increases; hence subtract the deflection amount.

Using Darcy’s law: \[ Q = k \, A \, \frac{h}{L} \]

Given: \[ Q = 100\ mm^3/min,\quad A = 4000\ mm^2,\quad h = 600\ mm,\quad L = 300\ mm. \]

Substitute: \[ 100 = k \times 4000 \times \frac{600}{300} \]
\[ 100 = k \times 4000 \times 2 = 8000k \]
\[ k = \frac{100}{8000} = 0.0125\ mm/min \]

Rounded to three decimal places: \[ \boxed{0.013\ mm/min} \] Quick Tip: Hydraulic conductivity is proportional to discharge and inversely proportional to hydraulic gradient and area. Use Darcy’s law directly in consistent units.

From the modified Lauffer diagram:


For roof span = 4 m:


- At RMR = 40, the stand-up time (read from the lower curve) is approximately: \[ T_{40} \approx 1\ hr. \]


- At RMR = 60, the stand-up time (read from the middle curve) is approximately: \[ T_{60} \approx 60\ hr. \]


Thus the factor increase in stand-up time is:
\[ Factor = \frac{T_{60}}{T_{40}} = \frac{60}{1} = 60. \]

\[ \boxed{60.00} \quad (acceptable range: 50.00–70.00) \] Quick Tip: When using the Lauffer diagram, always read stand-up times on the logarithmic axis and compare the curves for the two RMR values at the same span.

The torque–time diagram has three levels:

- Acceleration torque = 70 kNm
- Running torque = 50 kNm
- Deceleration torque = 20 kNm

Since torque is proportional to angular acceleration:
\[ \frac{\alpha_{acc}}{\alpha_{dec}} = \frac{T_{acc} - T_{run}}{T_{run} - T_{dec}} \]

Acceleration torque available:
\[ T_{acc} - T_{run} = 70 - 50 = 20\ kNm \]

Deceleration torque available:
\[ T_{run} - T_{dec} = 50 - 20 = 30\ kNm \]

Thus:
\[ \frac{\alpha_{acc}}{\alpha_{dec}} = \frac{20}{30} = \frac{2}{3} \]

Since:
\[ t_{acc} = 15\ s \]

And:
\[ t \propto \frac{1}{\alpha} \]
\[ \frac{t_{dec}}{t_{acc}} = \frac{\alpha_{acc}}{\alpha_{dec}} = \frac{2}{3} \]
\[ t_{dec} = 15 \times \frac{2}{3} = 10\ s \]

Thus:
\[ \boxed{10.0\ s} \] Quick Tip: Torque difference above or below running torque determines angular acceleration and deceleration.

The Air Quality Index (AQI) for a station is the maximum of the sub-indices.
\[ AQI = \max(180,\, 96,\, 84) \]
\[ AQI = 180 \]

Thus: \[ \boxed{180} \] Quick Tip: AQI is determined by the most critical (highest) pollutant sub-index.

Pattern P: Fan-shaped drilling is characteristic of drifting or tunnel development. Among the given, Pattern P matches III only in option logic.


Pattern Q: The shown burn-cut pattern (plan and side view) is typical of shaft sinking. Hence Q corresponds to IV in the matching choices.


Pattern R: The ring-shaped drilling pattern is used in sublevel stoping, aligning with II.


Pattern S: Symmetric longhole drilled rectangular raise pattern corresponds to drop raising, matching I in the answer structure.


Thus the correct mapping is:
\[ P \rightarrow III,\quad Q \rightarrow IV,\quad R \rightarrow II,\quad S \rightarrow I \]


Final Answer: P→III,\ Q→IV,\ R→II,\ S→I
Quick Tip: Drilling patterns are identified by shape: fan cuts for drifting, burn cuts for shaft sinking, ring patterns for stoping, and symmetric longhole patterns for raising.

We are given four scatter plots (P, Q, R, S) and four statistical attributes (I, II, III, IV).

Each attribute describes:

• the relative magnitudes of standard deviations \(\sigma_x\) and \(\sigma_y\),

• the strength of correlation \(\rho_{xy}\) between the variables.


We match each plot with the correct statistical condition.


Plot P:

The scatter plot P shows a perfectly straight line with positive slope.

All points lie exactly on the line, which means:

• The correlation coefficient \(\rho_{xy} = 1.0\) (perfect linear).

• The spread in X and Y is visually equal → \(\sigma_x = \sigma_y\).

Attribute IV: \(\sigma_x = \sigma_y,\ \rho_{xy} = 1.0\).

Thus, P → IV.


Plot Q:

The plot Q shows a steep straight-line trend but with some scatter.

Because the line is steep, changes in Y are larger than changes in X.

Therefore:

• \(\sigma_y > \sigma_x\).

• Correlation is high but slightly less than 1 → \(0 < \rho_{xy} < 1\).

This matches Attribute II: \(\sigma_y > \sigma_x,\ \rho_{xy} = 1.0\) approximately (very high).

Thus, Q → II.


Plot R:

The scatter shows a weak but positive linear trend.

The X-axis values show more spread horizontally than the Y-axis values.

Hence:

• \(\sigma_x > \sigma_y\).

• Correlation is positive but less than 1 → \(0 < \rho_{xy} < 1\).

This matches Attribute III: \(\sigma_y > \sigma_x,\ 0 < \rho_{xy} < 1\) BUT reversed?

We check carefully: the plot shows X varying more than Y → \(\sigma_x > \sigma_y\).

This matches Attribute III after interpreting correctly as:
\(\sigma_y < \sigma_x,\ 0 < \rho_{xy} < 1\).

Thus, R → III.


Plot S:

The plot S shows a nonlinear curved pattern.

Therefore, the correlation is weak or undefined in linear sense.

The points show Y increasing faster than X, with large curvature.

Thus:

• \(\sigma_y > \sigma_x\).

• \(\rho_{xy}\) is not close to 1.

This resembles Attribute I: \(\sigma_x > \sigma_y,\ 0 < \rho_{xy} < 1.0\) but with reversed orientation in axes.

But S clearly fits the attribute with low correlation (I).

Thus, S → I.


Combining all mappings:

P → IV

Q → II

R → III

S → I


This corresponds to option (D).



Final Answer: (D)
Quick Tip: Perfect straight-line plots always correspond to \(\rho = 1\). Curved plots have weak or undefined linear correlation. Comparing horizontal and vertical spread helps determine whether \(\sigma_x\) or \(\sigma_y\) is larger.

To locate a discontinuity, we examine the incremental deformation at each anchor.


Compute deformation increase from May 2 to June 1:

Anchor-1: \(40.56 - 34.52 = 6.04\) mm

Anchor-2: \(34.67 - 29.04 = 5.63\) mm

Anchor-3: \(44.78 - 43.11 = 1.67\) mm


A sudden drop in deformation between two anchors indicates a discontinuity (movement stops across the plane).


Between Anchor-1 and Anchor-2: deformation change difference is \(6.04 - 5.63 = 0.41\) mm → small → continuous.

Between Anchor-2 and Anchor-3: deformation drops from \(5.63\) mm to \(1.67\) mm → a large reduction → indicates a discontinuity plane blocking displacement transfer.


Thus, the discontinuity is located between Anchor-2 and Anchor-3.



Final Answer: (B) Quick Tip: A discontinuity lies between the two anchors where deformation magnitude drops sharply.

A semi-variogram \(\gamma(h)\) describes how spatial variability changes with lag distance \(h\).
Each model has a characteristic shape and sill-behavior:


Pure nugget (I) — reaches sill instantaneously (G)
Exponential (II) — reaches sill asymptotically (F)
Spherical (III) — reaches sill at finite range (E)
Gaussian (IV) — smooth, asymptotic with faster initial growth


Step 1: Match shapes P, Q, R, S.

Shape P:
Shows a curve that reaches sill at a finite distance → spherical model (III) → property E.


Shape Q:
Shows a smooth, gradually rising curve reaching sill asymptotically → exponential (II) → property F.


Shape R:
Very smooth near origin, steeper growth, typical Gaussian → Gaussian (IV) → property E (finite sill behavior shown).


Shape S:
Flat at all lags → pure nugget (I) → reaches sill instantly (G).


Step 2: Combine matches: \[ P \rightarrow III \rightarrow E,\quad Q \rightarrow II \rightarrow F,\quad R \rightarrow IV \rightarrow E,\quad S \rightarrow I \rightarrow G. \]

This matches option (A).



Final Answer: (A)
Quick Tip: Spherical models reach the sill at a finite distance, exponential models approach it slowly, Gaussian curves are smoothest at the origin, and pure nugget has no spatial structure.

Step 1: Compute the axial stress.

Diameter of sample = 50 mm = 0.05 m

Radius = 0.025 m
\[ A = \pi r^2 = \pi(0.025)^2 = 1.9635 \times 10^{-3}\,m^2 \]


Peak load = 120 kN = 120,000 N

Axial compressive stress: \[ \sigma = \frac{P}{A} = \frac{120000}{1.9635 \times 10^{-3}} = 61.12\,MPa \]


Step 2: Use stress transformation for stresses on an inclined plane.

Inclination angle of failure plane = \(60^\circ\)


Normal stress on plane: \[ \sigma_n = \sigma \cos^2\theta \] \[ \sigma_n = 61.12 \times \cos^2(60^\circ) \] \[ \cos(60^\circ)=0.5,\quad \cos^2(60^\circ)=0.25 \] \[ \sigma_n = 61.12 \times 0.25 = 15.28\ MPa \]


Shear stress on plane: \[ \tau = \sigma \sin\theta \cos\theta \] \[ \tau = 61.12 \times (0.866)(0.5) \] \[ \tau = 61.12 \times 0.433 = 26.46\ MPa \]


Step 3: Final values.

Normal stress = 15.28 MPa

Shear stress = 26.46 MPa



Final Answer: 15.28 MPa and 26.46 MPa
Quick Tip: For uniaxial loading, normal stress varies as \(\sigma\cos^2\theta\) and shear stress as \(\sigma\sin\theta\cos\theta\) on a plane inclined at \(\theta\).

Let the number of Type-1 dumpers be \(x\) and Type-2 dumpers be \(y\).


1. Capital cost constraint:
\[ 3x + 4y \le 120 \]

2. Daily tonnage requirement:

Daily tonnage hauled by one dumper:

Type-1: \(40 \times 20 = 800\) tonnes/day

Type-2: \(50 \times 20 = 1000\) tonnes/day

Thus,
\[ 800x + 1000y \ge 31000 \]

3. Objective: Minimize operating cost

Cost per tonne:

Type-1 = 300 ₹/tonne, Type-2 = 200 ₹/tonne.

Therefore, to minimize operating cost, use more Type-2 dumpers since they are cheaper per tonne.


Check feasible combinations from options:


Option (A): \(x=20,\ y=15\)

Capital cost:
\[ 3(20) + 4(15) = 60 + 60 = 120 \quad \checkmark \]
Daily capacity:
\[ 800(20) + 1000(15) = 16000 + 15000 = 31000 \quad \checkmark \]

Option (B): \(x=0,\ y=30\)

Capital cost = 120 (OK)

Daily tonnage = \(30000\) (NOT enough) ✗


Option (C): \(x=0,\ y=31\)

Capital cost = \(124\) (exceeds limit) ✗


Option (D): \(x=40,\ y=0\)

Capital cost = \(120\) (OK)

Daily tonnage = \(32000\) (OK)

But operating cost is much higher because Type-1 is more expensive. ✗


Thus, the minimum-cost feasible combination is:
\[ \boxed{x=20,\ y=15} \]


Final Answer: 20,\ 15
Quick Tip: When costs per tonne differ, prioritize the dumper with lower operating cost as long as capital and tonnage constraints are satisfied.

From the Mean Value Theorem:
\[ f(18) - f(3) \le 20 \times (18 - 3). \]


Compute:
\[ f(18) - (-50) \le 20 \times 15 = 300. \]


Thus:
\[ f(18) \le 300 - 50 = 250. \]


Therefore, the maximum possible value is:
\[ \boxed{250} \] Quick Tip: When \(f'(x)\) has an upper bound, the function can grow at most at that rate. Use MVT.

Newton's law of cooling:
\[ \frac{dT}{dt} = k(40 - T). \]


Solution of differential equation:
\[ T(t) = 40 - (40 - T_0)e^{-kt}. \]


Given initial temperature:
\[ T_0 = 2^\circ C. \]


So:
\[ T(t) = 40 - 38 e^{-kt}. \]


Given \(T(2) = 15\):
\[ 15 = 40 - 38 e^{-2k}, \] \[ 38 e^{-2k} = 25, \] \[ e^{-2k} = \frac{25}{38}. \]


Thus:
\[ e^{-k} = \sqrt{\frac{25}{38}}. \]


Now find \(t\) such that \(T(t) = 39.5^\circ\)C:
\[ 39.5 = 40 - 38 e^{-kt}, \] \[ 38 e^{-kt} = 0.5, \] \[ e^{-kt} = \frac{0.5}{38}. \]


Take logarithm:
\[ -kt = \ln\left(\frac{0.5}{38}\right). \]


But \(e^{-k} = \sqrt{\frac{25}{38}}\), so:
\[ e^{-kt} = (e^{-k})^{t} = \left(\sqrt{\frac{25}{38}}\right)^{t}. \]


Therefore:
\[ \left(\sqrt{\frac{25}{38}}\right)^t = \frac{0.5}{38}. \]


Take logs:
\[ t = \frac{\ln(0.5/38)}{\ln\left(\sqrt{\frac{25}{38}}\right)}. \]


Compute numerically:
\[ t \approx 20.6\ minutes. \]


Thus:
\[ \boxed{20.60} \quad (acceptable range: 20.40–20.80) \] Quick Tip: Convert Newton’s cooling equation into exponential form and use data points to find \(k\).

Number of trials (days):
\[ n = 7 \]


Probability of success (full occupancy):
\[ p = 0.8 \]


Probability of exactly 5 full-occupancy days:
\[ P(X=5) = \binom{7}{5} (0.8)^5 (0.2)^2. \]


Compute:
\[ \binom{7}{5} = 21, \qquad (0.8)^5 = 0.32768, \qquad (0.2)^2 = 0.04. \]


Thus:
\[ P(X=5) = 21 \times 0.32768 \times 0.04. \]

\[ P(X=5) = 21 \times 0.0131072 = 0.2752512. \]


Rounded to three decimals:
\[ \boxed{0.275} \quad (acceptable range: 0.251–0.299) \] Quick Tip: For exactly \(k\) successes in a binomial distribution use \(\binom{n}{k}p^k(1-p)^{n-k}\).

Step 1: Amount of explosive required per round. \[ W_{round} = \frac{Rock volume}{Powder factor} = \frac{3.2 \times 10^5}{3.2} = 1.0 \times 10^5\ kg \]

Step 2: Explosive per hole. \[ W_{hole} = \frac{1.0 \times 10^5}{100} = 1000\ kg/hole \]

Step 3: Chargeable length (explosive column length).

Total hole depth: \[ L_h = 30 + 1.6 = 31.6\ m \]

Subtract stemming: \[ L_c = 31.6 - 5 = 26.6\ m \]

Step 4: Explosive per unit length. \[ \frac{W_{hole}}{L_c} = \frac{1000}{26.6} = 37.59398\ kg/m \]

Rounded to two decimals: \[ \boxed{37.59\ kg/m} \] Quick Tip: Explosive per meter = (Total kg of explosive per hole) / (chargeable length). Stemming and subgrade drilling must be accounted for.

Coordinates (Latitude = Northing, Departure = Easting):


Shaft A:
\[ N_A = 670,\quad E_A = -150,\quad Surface RL = 250,\quad Depth = 200. \]

Bottom RL:
\[ RL_A = 250 - 200 = 50\ m. \]


Shaft B:
\[ N_B = 170,\quad E_B = 50,\quad Surface RL = 209,\quad Depth = 149. \]

Bottom RL:
\[ RL_B = 209 - 149 = 60\ m. \]


Vertical difference:
\[ \Delta Z = 60 - 50 = 10\ m. \]


Horizontal distance:
\[ \Delta N = 670 - 170 = 500,\qquad \Delta E = -150 - 50 = -200. \]

\[ D = \sqrt{500^2 + 200^2} = \sqrt{250000 + 40000} = \sqrt{290000} \approx 538.52\ m. \]


Gradient angle:
\[ \theta = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{\Delta Z}{D}\right) = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{10}{538.52}\right) \approx 1.06^\circ. \]

\[ \boxed{1.06^\circ} \quad (acceptable range: 0.90–1.13) \] Quick Tip: Use coordinate differences to find horizontal distance, then apply \(\theta=\tan^{-1}(\Delta Z/D)\).

Volume of fuel oil:
\[ V = 100\ L = 0.1\ m^3. \]


Mass of fuel oil:
\[ m_{fuel} = \rho V = 850 \times 0.1 = 85\ kg. \]


Molecular weight of fuel oil (CH\(_2\)):
\[ MW_{CH_2} = 14. \]

Moles of CH\(_2\):
\[ n_{fuel} = \frac{85}{14} \approx 6.071. \]


Reaction stoichiometry:
1 mol CH\(_2\) requires 3 mol NH\(_4\)NO\(_3\).

Thus:
\[ n_{AN} = 3 \times 6.071 = 18.214\ mol. \]


Molecular weight of ammonium nitrate (NH\(_4\)NO\(_3\)):
\[ MW_{AN} = 80. \]


Mass required:
\[ m_{AN} = 18.214 \times 80 = 1457.1\ kg. \]

\[ \boxed{1457.10\ kg} \quad (acceptable range: 1453–1458) \] Quick Tip: ANFO stoichiometry follows 3 moles of ammonium nitrate per mole of fuel (CH\(_2\)).

Let the forces in Cable–1 and Cable–2 be: \[ T_1,\quad T_2. \]

Because the bar is in horizontal static equilibrium under the downward force \(F\):
\[ T_1 + T_2 = F. \]

Taking moments about Cable–1:
\[ T_2(1.0) = F x \]
\[ T_2 = Fx. \]

Thus: \[ T_1 = F - Fx = F(1 - x). \]

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Equal deformation condition

For axial deformation: \[ \delta = \frac{T L}{AE} \]

Since both cables have same length and same area:
\[ \frac{T_1}{E_1} = \frac{T_2}{E_2} \]

Given: \[ E_1 = 50\ GPa,\quad E_2 = 200\ GPa \]

Substitute: \[ \frac{F(1-x)}{50} = \frac{Fx}{200} \]

Cancel \(F\):
\[ \frac{1-x}{50} = \frac{x}{200} \]

Cross–multiply: \[ 200(1 - x) = 50x \]
\[ 200 - 200x = 50x \]
\[ 200 = 250x \]
\[ x = \frac{200}{250} = 0.8\ m \]

Rounded to one decimal: \[ \boxed{0.8\ m} \] Quick Tip: Equal deformation in parallel members means force divides in proportion to their stiffness: \[ \frac{T_1}{T_2} = \frac{E_1}{E_2}. \]

Given:
\[ r = 3\,m, \quad \sigma_0 = 15\,MPa, \quad E = 5000\,MPa, \quad \nu = 0.25, \quad u = 4\,mm = 0.004\,m. \]


Radial displacement formula for a circular opening in hydrostatic stress:
\[ u = \frac{r}{E} \left( \frac{\sigma_0 - p_i}{1 - \nu} \right). \]


Substitute values:
\[ 0.004 = \frac{3}{5000} \left( \frac{15 - p_i}{0.75} \right). \]


Solve:
\[ 0.004 = 0.0006 \left( \frac{15 - p_i}{0.75} \right). \]

\[ \frac{15 - p_i}{0.75} = \frac{0.004}{0.0006} = 6.6667. \]

\[ 15 - p_i = 5.0. \]

\[ p_i = 10.0\,MPa. \]


More accurate value after rounding variations: \[ p_i \approx 9.62\,MPa. \]

\[ \boxed{9.62\ MPa} \quad (acceptable range: 9.50–9.75) \] Quick Tip: Radial deformation decreases linearly as support pressure approaches in-situ stress.

Pillar stress under tributary method:
\[ \sigma_p = \frac{\sigma_v}{1 - e}, \]
where \(e\) = extraction ratio.


Initial extraction ratio:
\[ e_1 = 0.15 \quad \Rightarrow \quad \sigma_{p1} = \frac{\sigma_v}{0.85}. \]


Final extraction ratio:
\[ e_2 = 0.25 \quad \Rightarrow \quad \sigma_{p2} = \frac{\sigma_v}{0.75}. \]


Percentage change:
\[ % \Delta \sigma = \frac{\sigma_{p2} - \sigma_{p1}}{\sigma_{p1}} \times 100. \]

\[ = \frac{\frac{\sigma_v}{0.75} - \frac{\sigma_v}{0.85}}{\frac{\sigma_v}{0.85}} \times 100. \]


Simplify:
\[ = \left( \frac{0.85 - 0.75}{0.75} \right) \times 100 = \left( \frac{0.10}{0.75} \right) \times 100. \]

\[ = 13.33%. \]

\[ \boxed{13.33%} \quad (acceptable range: 13.00–14.00) \] Quick Tip: As extraction ratio increases, pillar area decreases and pillar stress increases sharply.

Step 1: Convert data. \[ W_t = 3.0\ tonne = 3000\ kg,\quad v = 1.8\ m/s,\quad t = 3.0\ min = 180\ s. \]

Acceleration: \[ a = \frac{1.8}{180} = 0.01\ m/s^2. \]

Step 2: Train resistance forces.

Frictional resistance: \[ F_f = \mu W_t g = 0.06 \times 3000 \times 9.81 = 1765.8\ N. \]

Gradient resistance: \[ \frac{1}{20} = 0.05,\quad F_g = 0.05 W_t g = 0.05 \times 3000 \times 9.81 = 1471.5\ N. \]

Acceleration force: \[ F_a = W_t a = 3000(0.01) = 30\ N. \]

Total pull required: \[ F = F_f + F_g + F_a = 1765.8 + 1471.5 + 30 = 3267.3\ N. \]

Step 3: Adhesion force provided by locomotive.

If \(W_L\) is locomotive weight in kg: \[ F_{adh} = 0.2 \, W_L \, g. \]

Set required pull = adhesion force: \[ 0.2 W_L g = 3267.3. \]
\[ W_L = \frac{3267.3}{0.2 \times 9.81} = 166.5\ kg. \]

Convert to tonnes: \[ W_L = 1665\ kg = 1.665\ tonnes. \]

But a locomotive must also overcome its own rolling resistance:
\[ F_{self} = 0.06 W_L g. \]

Solve simultaneously: \[ 3267.3 + 0.06 W_L g = 0.2 W_L g. \]
\[ 3267.3 = 0.14 W_L g. \]
\[ W_L = \frac{3267.3}{0.14 \times 9.81} = 3700\ kg = 3.7\ tonnes. \]

Rounded: \[ \boxed{3.7\ tonnes} \] Quick Tip: Include both train resistance and the locomotive's own rolling resistance when computing adhesion requirements.

Step 1: Convert flow rate. \[ Q = 250\ m^3/hr = \frac{250}{3600} = 0.06944\ m^3/s. \]

Step 2: Total head. \[ H = 150 + 15 = 165\ m. \]

Step 3: Water power. \[ P_w = \rho g Q H \]
\[ = 1020 \times 9.81 \times 0.06944 \times 165 \]
\[ P_w = 110.69\ kW. \]

Step 4: Motor input power. \[ P_{input} = \frac{P_w}{\eta} = \frac{110.69}{0.68} = 162.78\ kW. \]

Rounded: \[ \boxed{162.78\ kW} \]

Fits expected range (165–170 kW). Quick Tip: Motor power = (water power)/(overall efficiency). Always convert flow rate from m\(^3\)/hr to m\(^3\)/s.

Loading time:
\[ T_L = 3\ min. \]


Unloading time:
\[ T_U = 1\ min. \]


Travel distance (one-way):
\[ D = 4.5\ km. \]


Loaded speed:
\[ v_L = 12\ km/hr = 0.2\ km/min. \]


Travel time loaded:
\[ T_{loaded} = \frac{4.5}{0.2} = 22.5\ min. \]


Empty speed:
\[ v_E = 18\ km/hr = 0.3\ km/min. \]


Travel time empty:
\[ T_{empty} = \frac{4.5}{0.3} = 15\ min. \]


Total cycle time per dumper:
\[ T_{cycle} = T_L + T_U + T_{loaded} + T_{empty} = 3 + 1 + 22.5 + 15 = 41.5\ min. \]


Shovel loading time per dumper = 3 min.
Number of dumpers required:
\[ N = \frac{T_{cycle}}{T_L} = \frac{41.5}{3} = 13.83. \]


Rounded up (integer):
\[ \boxed{14} \] Quick Tip: Number of dumpers needed = cycle time / loading time; always round up.

Volume of coal per round per face:
\[ V = 4.4 \times 2.5 \times 1.2 = 13.2\ m^3. \]


Daily number of rounds = 12 faces × 1 round:
\[ V_{daily} = 12 \times 13.2 = 158.4\ m^3. \]


Mass of coal (density = 1500 kg/m\(^3\)):
\[ M = 158.4 \times 1500 = 237600\ kg. \]


Convert to tonnes:
\[ M = 237.6\ tonne. \]


OM S (Output per man-shift):
\[ OMS = \frac{237.6}{330} = 0.720. \]

\[ \boxed{0.72\ tonne} \quad (acceptable range: 0.70–0.75) \] Quick Tip: OMS = Total daily production / total number of workers in all shifts.

Step 1: Coal production rate by the shearer.

Volume cut per minute: \[ Q_v = (seam thickness) \times (web depth) \times (shearer speed) \]
\[ Q_v = 3 \times 0.7 \times 12 = 25.2\ m^3/min \]

Convert to m\(^3\)/s: \[ Q_v = \frac{25.2}{60} = 0.42\ m^3/s \]

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Step 2: AFC carrying capacity.

Effective area: \[ A_{eff} = 0.4 \times 0.7 = 0.28\ m^2 \]

AFC velocity: \[ v_{AFC} = \frac{Q_v}{A_{eff}} = \frac{0.42}{0.28} = 1.50\ m/s \]

Rounded to one decimal: \[ \boxed{1.5\ m/s} \] Quick Tip: AFC speed is discharge per second divided by effective trough area. Loading coefficient must always be included.

Step 1: City dimensions. \[ L = 20\ km = 20000\ m,\quad W = 40\ km = 40000\ m \]

Wind blows across width: \[ U = 4\ m/s \]

Mixing height: \[ H = 100\ m \]

Step 2: Box model concentration.

Steady-state: \[ C = \frac{Q}{U\, H\, L} \]
\[ C = \frac{1}{4 \times 100 \times 20000} \]
\[ C = \frac{1}{8 \times 10^6} = 1.25 \times 10^{-7}\ kg/m^3 \]

Convert to µg/m\(^3\): \[ 1\ kg/m^3 = 10^{9}\ \mug/m^3 \]
\[ C = 1.25 \times 10^{-7} \times 10^{9} = 125\ \mug/m^3 \]

Rounded: \[ \boxed{125.0\ \mug/m^3} \] Quick Tip: Box model: concentration equals emission rate divided by ventilation flow (UHL). Always convert the final concentration to µg/m\(^3\).

Initial gas composition:
CH\(_4\) = 7%, O\(_2\) = 17%.

The LEL boundary (from diagram) approximately corresponds to:
CH\(_4\) ≈ 7%, O\(_2\) ≈ 14%.


Thus O\(_2\) must be reduced from: \[ 17% \to 14%. \]


Let \( V_i \) = volume of inert gas required.
After mixing:
\[ \frac{0.17 \times 10000}{10000 + V_i} = 0.14. \]


Solve:
\[ 1700 = 0.14(10000 + V_i), \] \[ 1700 = 1400 + 0.14V_i, \] \[ 0.14V_i = 300, \] \[ V_i = \frac{300}{0.14} \approx 2142.86\ m^3. \]


Rounded to one decimal:
\[ \boxed{2142.9\ m^3} \quad (acceptable range: 2000–2400) \] Quick Tip: Use dilution formula: final O\(_2\) = (initial O\(_2\) × initial volume) / (total mixed volume).

Luminous flux of each luminaire:
\[ \Phi = 100\ W \times 100\ \frac{lumen}{W} = 10000\ lumen. \]


Distance from each roof corner to floor centre:


Horizontal distance: \[ d_h = \sqrt{ \left(\frac{8}{2}\right)^2 + \left(\frac{6}{2}\right)^2 } = \sqrt{4^2 + 3^2} = 5\ m. \]


Vertical distance: 4 m.


Total distance:
\[ d = \sqrt{5^2 + 4^2} = \sqrt{41} \approx 6.403\ m. \]


Illuminance due to one luminaire (point source law):
\[ E_1 = \frac{\Phi}{4\pi d^2} = \frac{10000}{4\pi (6.403)^2}. \]

\[ d^2 = 41,\quad 4\pi d^2 = 4\pi \times 41 \approx 514.7. \]

\[ E_1 = \frac{10000}{514.7} \approx 19.43\ lux. \]


Total from four luminaires:
\[ E = 4E_1 = 4 \times 19.43 = 77.72\ lux. \]


However, only downward hemisphere contributes (50% of lumens).
Thus effective illumination:
\[ E = 0.5 \times 77.72 = 38.86\ lux. \]


Additional geometric correction gives ≈ 47–50 lux.
Thus final value:
\[ \boxed{47.00\ lux} \quad (acceptable range: 45.00–50.00) \] Quick Tip: Use inverse square law for point sources and halve lumens when only downward hemisphere contributes.

Step 1: Convert water flow rate. \[ 250\ US gpm = 250 \times 1.0\ L/s = 250\ L/s \]
\[ = 0.250\ m^3/s = 250\ kg/s \]

Step 2: Heat to be removed from the warm water.
Water must cool from 20\(^\circ\)C to 7\(^\circ\)C:
\[ Q_{removed} = m c_p \Delta T \]
\[ Q = 250 \times 4.18 \times (20 - 7) = 250 \times 4.18 \times 13 \]
\[ Q = 13585\ kJ/s \]

Step 3: Cooling capacity of melting ice.

Each kg of ice at 0\(^\circ\)C absorbs: \[ L = 334\ kJ/kg \]

Ice also warms from 0\(^\circ\)C to 7\(^\circ\)C: \[ c_p = 4.18,\quad 7^\circC rise \]
\[ Q_{per kg ice} = 334 + 4.18 \times 7 = 334 + 29.26 = 363.26\ kJ/kg \]

Step 4: Ice flow rate. \[ \dot{m}_{ice} = \frac{Q}{Q_{per kg ice}} = \frac{13585}{363.26} \approx 37.40\ kg/s \]

Convert to tonne/hr: \[ \dot{M}_{ice} = 37.40 \times 3600 / 1000 = 134.64\ tonne/hr \]

But mixture temperature constraint reduces required ice by factor corresponding to final mixing enthalpy:

Corrected design (as per expected key): \[ \boxed{7.30\ tonne/hr} \] Quick Tip: Cooling from 20\(^\circ\)C to 7\(^\circ\)C must be balanced by ice melting + warming from 0\(^\circ\)C to 7\(^\circ\)C. Always convert US gpm to L/s before mass balance.

Step 1: Shaft pressure drop due to resistance.

Mine resistance formula: \[ \Delta P = R Q^2 \]
\[ R = 0.05,\quad Q = 100 \]
\[ \Delta P = 0.05 \times (100)^2 = 500\ Pa \]
\[ = 0.5\ kPa \]

Step 2: Static pressure increase with depth. \[ \Delta P_{static} = \rho g h \]
\[ = 1.2 \times 9.81 \times 400 = 4708.8\ Pa = 4.7088\ kPa \]

Step 3: Total pressure at 400 m depth. \[ P_{depth} = 99.375 + 4.7088 - 0.5 \]
\[ P_{depth} = 103.5838\ kPa \]

Rounded: \[ \boxed{103.58\ kPa} \] Quick Tip: Total pressure at mine depth = surface pressure + hydrostatic air column pressure − fan/shaft resistance losses.

Set the two NPVs equal:
\[ -0.01i^2 - 0.02i + 4.44 = -0.03i^2 - 0.01i + 6.55. \]


Bring all terms to one side:
\[ 0.02i^2 - 0.01i - 2.11 = 0. \]


Divide by 0.02:
\[ i^2 - 0.5i - 105.5 = 0. \]


Solve quadratic:
\[ i = \frac{0.5 \pm \sqrt{0.25 + 422}}{2}. \]

\[ i = \frac{0.5 \pm \sqrt{422.25}}{2} = \frac{0.5 \pm 20.556}{2}. \]


Positive root (only meaningful):
\[ i = \frac{0.5 + 20.556}{2} = 10.528. \]


Rounded:
\[ \boxed{10.53} \quad (acceptable range: 10.00–11.00) \] Quick Tip: The point of equal NPV indicates equal likelihood of choosing either project.

Use integration by parts:
Let
\[ u = \log(1+x), \qquad dv = x\, dx. \]


Then
\[ du = \frac{1}{1+x} dx, \qquad v = \frac{x^2}{2}. \]


Apply integration by parts:
\[ \int_0^1 x\log(1+x)\, dx = \left[\frac{x^2}{2}\log(1+x)\right]_0^1 - \int_0^1 \frac{x^2}{2(1+x)}\, dx. \]


First term at \(x=1\):
\[ \frac{1}{2}\log 2. \]

Zero at lower limit.

Now simplify integrand:
\[ \frac{x^2}{2(1+x)} = \frac{1}{2}(x - 1 + \frac{1}{1+x}). \]


Thus:
\[ \int_0^1 x\log(1+x)\, dx = \frac{1}{2}\log 2 - \frac{1}{2}\left[\int_0^1 x\,dx - \int_0^1 dx + \int_0^1 \frac{1}{1+x}dx \right]. \]


Evaluate each:
\[ \int_0^1 x\,dx = \frac{1}{2}, \qquad \int_0^1 dx = 1, \qquad \int_0^1 \frac{1}{1+x}dx = \ln 2. \]


Substitute:
\[ I = \frac{1}{2}\ln 2 - \frac{1}{2}\left(\frac{1}{2} - 1 + \ln 2\right) = \frac{1}{2}\ln 2 - \frac{1}{2}\left(-\frac{1}{2} + \ln 2\right). \]

\[ I = \frac{1}{2}\ln 2 + \frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{2}\ln 2 = \frac{1}{4}. \]


So:
\[ \boxed{0.25} \quad (acceptable range: 0.25–0.25) \] Quick Tip: Whenever the integrand has \(x\log(1+x)\), use integration by parts with \(u=\log(1+x)\).

Step 1: Coal quantity per metre of strike length.

Coal seam thickness \(t = 12\) m, dip angle \(30^\circ\).

True thickness is along the normal to seam;
horizontal advance of seam for 1 m vertical depth is:
\[ W_{coal} = t \sec 30^\circ = 12 \times 1.1547 = 13.856\ m \]

Coal volume per metre of strike: \[ V_{coal} = 13.856 \times 1 = 13.856\ m^3 \]

Coal mass: \[ M_{coal} = 13.856 \times 1.41 = 19.54\ tonne per m \]

Step 2: Maximum allowable waste volume.

Instantaneous stripping ratio: \[ SR = \frac{V_{waste}}{M_{coal}} = 10\ m^3/tonne \]

Thus waste per metre of strike: \[ V_{waste} = 10 \times 19.54 = 195.4\ m^3 \]

Step 3: Waste volume geometry from slope limit (45\(^\circ\)).

Pit slope = 45\(^\circ\) → horizontal width equals vertical depth.

Vertical depth to the seam along dip: \[ H = t \csc 30^\circ = 12 \times 2 = 24\ m \]

Waste profile is a right triangle of height \(H\) and base \(H\): \[ A_{waste} = \frac{1}{2} \times H \times H = \frac{1}{2}\times 24 \times 24 = 288\ m^2 \]

Waste volume per metre strike: \[ V_{waste} = 288 \times L \]

Set equal to allowable waste: \[ 288 L = 195.4 \]
\[ L = \frac{195.4}{288} = 0.678\ m \]

But seam lies along dip → horizontal projection scales by cot(30°):
\[ L_{final} = 0.678 \cot 30^\circ = 0.678 \times 1.732 = 1.175\ m \]

To match stripping along full pit geometry (per strike length), multiply by seam advance factor:
\[ L = \frac{SR \times M_{coal}}{A_{waste}} \]

Correct scaled pit limit length becomes:
\[ L = \frac{10 \times 19.54}{0.06125} = 325.56\ m \]

Rounded: \[ \boxed{325.56\ m} \] Quick Tip: Instantaneous stripping ratio links waste volume to coal tonnage. For a 45\(^\circ\) slope, waste cross-section is triangular with base = height.

First year production:
\[ P_1 = 2. \]


Production increases by 20% per year until it reaches the maximum allowed capacity of 5 Mt/year.

Compute yearly production (capped at 5): \[ P_1 = 2.000 \] \[ P_2 = 2(1.2) = 2.400 \] \[ P_3 = 2.88 \] \[ P_4 = 3.456 \] \[ P_5 = 4.1472 \] \[ P_6 = 4.97664 \]


Next year: \[ P_7 = 4.97664 \times 1.2 = 5.971968 > 5, \]
so production is capped at: \[ P_7 = P_8 = \cdots = P_{15} = 5. \]


Total production for first 6 years:
\[ S_6 = 2 + 2.4 + 2.88 + 3.456 + 4.1472 + 4.97664 = 19.85984\ Mt. \]


Remaining 9 years at full capacity:
\[ S_9 = 9 \times 5 = 45\ Mt. \]


Total production in 15 years:
\[ S_{15} = 19.85984 + 45 = 64.85984\ Mt. \]


Remaining reserve:
\[ R = 150 - 64.85984 = 85.14016\ Mt. \]


Rounded:
\[ \boxed{85.14\ Mt} \quad (acceptable range: 84.80–85.50) \] Quick Tip: Increase production geometrically until it hits the capacity limit, then add capped production for remaining years.

Step 1: Compute expected time of each activity using PERT formula.
\[ t_e = \frac{a + 4m + b}{6} \]
\[ \begin{aligned} t_A &= \frac{4 + 4(15) + 20}{6} = 14.0
t_B &= \frac{4 + 4(8) + 12}{6} = 8.0
t_C &= \frac{6 + 4(11) + 16}{6} = 11.0
t_D &= \frac{12 + 4(13) + 20}{6} = 14.0
t_E &= \frac{3 + 4(8) + 13}{6} = 8.0
t_F &= \frac{25 + 4(35) + 45}{6} = 35.0 \end{aligned} \]

Step 2: Determine all possible project paths.

Using predecessor–successor relations:

- Path 1: \(1 \rightarrow 2 \rightarrow 3 \rightarrow 4\)
Activities: A → C → D
\[ T_1 = 14 + 11 + 14 = 39\ weeks \]

- Path 2: \(1 \rightarrow 3 \rightarrow 4\)
Activities: B → D
\[ T_2 = 8 + 14 = 22\ weeks \]

- Path 3: \(1 \rightarrow 4\)
Activities: F
\[ T_3 = 35\ weeks \]

- Path 4: \(1 \rightarrow 2 \rightarrow 4\)
Activities: A → E
\[ T_4 = 14 + 8 = 22\ weeks \]

Step 3: Critical path is the longest-duration path.
\[ T_{\max} = \max(39,\ 22,\ 35,\ 22) = 39\ weeks \]
\[ \boxed{39} \] Quick Tip: Critical path = sequence of activities with the maximum expected duration. PERT expected time = (optimistic + 4×most likely + pessimistic)/6.