JEE Main 2014 Mathematics Question Paper with Answer and Solution

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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $X = \{ 4^n - 3n - 1 : n \in N \}$ and $Y = \{ 9(n - 1) : n \in N \}$,then $X \cup Y = \dots$
A
$X$
B
$Y$
C
$N$
D
None of these

Solution

(B) Given $X = \{ 4^n - 3n - 1 : n \in N \}$.
For $n=1, 4^1 - 3(1) - 1 = 0$.
For $n=2, 4^2 - 3(2) - 1 = 16 - 6 - 1 = 9$.
For $n=3, 4^3 - 3(3) - 1 = 64 - 9 - 1 = 54$.
So,$X = \{ 0, 9, 54, \dots \}$.
Given $Y = \{ 9(n - 1) : n \in N \}$.
For $n=1, 9(1-1) = 0$.
For $n=2, 9(2-1) = 9$.
For $n=3, 9(3-1) = 18$.
So,$Y = \{ 0, 9, 18, 27, \dots \}$.
Since every element of $X$ is a multiple of $9$ and $X \subset Y$,it follows that $X \cup Y = Y$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $f_k(x) = \frac{1}{k}(\sin^k x + \cos^k x)$ where $x \in R$ and $k \ge 1$. Then $f_4(x) - f_6(x)$ is equal to:
A
$\frac{1}{4}$
B
$\frac{1}{12}$
C
$\frac{1}{6}$
D
$\frac{1}{3}$

Solution

(B) We are given $f_k(x) = \frac{1}{k}(\sin^k x + \cos^k x)$.
We need to find $f_4(x) - f_6(x)$.
$f_4(x) = \frac{1}{4}(\sin^4 x + \cos^4 x) = \frac{1}{4}((\sin^2 x + \cos^2 x)^2 - 2\sin^2 x \cos^2 x) = \frac{1}{4}(1 - 2\sin^2 x \cos^2 x)$.
$f_6(x) = \frac{1}{6}(\sin^6 x + \cos^6 x) = \frac{1}{6}((\sin^2 x + \cos^2 x)(\sin^4 x - \sin^2 x \cos^2 x + \cos^4 x)) = \frac{1}{6}(1 - 3\sin^2 x \cos^2 x)$.
Now,$f_4(x) - f_6(x) = \frac{1}{4}(1 - 2\sin^2 x \cos^2 x) - \frac{1}{6}(1 - 3\sin^2 x \cos^2 x)$.
$= (\frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{6}) - (\frac{2}{4} - \frac{3}{6})\sin^2 x \cos^2 x$.
$= (\frac{3-2}{12}) - (\frac{1}{2} - \frac{1}{2})\sin^2 x \cos^2 x$.
$= \frac{1}{12} - 0 = \frac{1}{12}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
$A$ bird is sitting on the top of a vertical pole $20 \ m$ high and its angle of elevation from a point $O$ on the ground is $45^o$. It flies off horizontally straight away from the point $O$. After one second,the angle of elevation of the bird from $O$ is reduced to $30^o$. Then the speed (in $m/s$) of the bird is
A
$20\sqrt{2}$
B
$20(\sqrt{3} - 1)$
C
$40(\sqrt{2} - 1)$
D
$40(\sqrt{3} - \sqrt{2})$

Solution

(B) Let the initial position of the bird be $P$ at the top of the pole $PQ = 20 \ m$. The angle of elevation from point $O$ is $\angle POQ = 45^o$.
In $\Delta POQ$,$\tan 45^o = \frac{PQ}{OQ}$ $\Rightarrow 1 = \frac{20}{OQ}$ $\Rightarrow OQ = 20 \ m$.
After one second,the bird reaches position $P'$ such that $P'Q' = 20 \ m$ (since it flies horizontally). The angle of elevation from $O$ is $\angle P'OQ' = 30^o$.
In $\Delta P'OQ'$,$\tan 30^o = \frac{P'Q'}{OQ'}$ $\Rightarrow \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} = \frac{20}{OQ'}$ $\Rightarrow OQ' = 20\sqrt{3} \ m$.
The distance covered by the bird in one second is $QQ' = OQ' - OQ = 20\sqrt{3} - 20 = 20(\sqrt{3} - 1) \ m$.
Since the time taken is $1 \ s$,the speed of the bird is $\frac{20(\sqrt{3} - 1)}{1} = 20(\sqrt{3} - 1) \ m/s$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $z$ is a complex number such that $|z| \ge 2$,then the minimum value of $|z + \frac{1}{2}|$ is:
A
strictly greater than $\frac{5}{2}$
B
strictly greater than $\frac{3}{2}$ but less than $\frac{5}{2}$
C
equal to $\frac{5}{2}$
D
in the interval $(1, 2)$

Solution

(D) Given $|z| \ge 2$,which represents the region on or outside the circle with center $(0, 0)$ and radius $2$.
The expression $|z + \frac{1}{2}|$ represents the distance between the complex number $z$ and the point $-\frac{1}{2}$.
To find the minimum value of $|z - (-\frac{1}{2})|$,we consider the distance from the point $-\frac{1}{2}$ to the boundary of the circle $|z| = 2$.
The distance from the origin $(0, 0)$ to the point $-\frac{1}{2}$ is $\frac{1}{2}$.
Since the point $-\frac{1}{2}$ lies inside the circle $|z| = 2$,the minimum distance from the point $-\frac{1}{2}$ to any point $z$ on the circle $|z| = 2$ is given by $R - d$,where $R = 2$ is the radius and $d = \frac{1}{2}$ is the distance from the origin to the point $-\frac{1}{2}$.
Minimum value = $2 - \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{2}$.
Since $\frac{3}{2} = 1.5$,which lies in the interval $(1, 2)$,the correct option is $D$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The number of integers greater than $6000$ that can be formed using the digits $3, 5, 6, 7,$ and $8$ without repetition is:
A
$72$
B
$216$
C
$192$
D
$120$

Solution

(C) We need to form integers greater than $6000$ using the digits ${3, 5, 6, 7, 8}$ without repetition.
Case $1$: $5$-digit numbers.
Since all $5$ digits are available and we need to form a $5$-digit number,the total number of such integers is $5! = 5 \times 4 \times 3 \times 2 \times 1 = 120$.
Case $2$: $4$-digit numbers.
For a $4$-digit number to be greater than $6000$,the first digit (thousands place) must be $6, 7,$ or $8$.
There are $3$ choices for the first digit.
For the remaining $3$ positions,we have $4$ remaining digits to choose from,which can be arranged in $P(4, 3) = 4 \times 3 \times 2 = 24$ ways.
Total $4$-digit numbers $= 3 \times 24 = 72$.
Total integers $= 120 + 72 = 192$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If the coefficients of $x^3$ and $x^4$ in the expansion of $(1 + ax + bx^2)(1 - 2x)^{18}$ in powers of $x$ are both zero,then $(a, b)$ is equal to
A
$(14, \frac{272}{3})$
B
$(16, \frac{272}{3})$
C
$(16, \frac{251}{3})$
D
$(14, \frac{251}{3})$

Solution

(B) The expansion is $(1 + ax + bx^2)(1 - 2x)^{18}$.
Using the binomial expansion $(1 - 2x)^{18} = \sum_{k=0}^{18} \binom{18}{k} (-2x)^k = \sum_{k=0}^{18} \binom{18}{k} (-2)^k x^k$.
Coefficient of $x^n$ in $(1 + ax + bx^2)(1 - 2x)^{18}$ is given by $\binom{18}{n}(-2)^n + a \cdot \binom{18}{n-1}(-2)^{n-1} + b \cdot \binom{18}{n-2}(-2)^{n-2}$.
For $x^3$ $(n=3)$: $\binom{18}{3}(-2)^3 + a \cdot \binom{18}{2}(-2)^2 + b \cdot \binom{18}{1}(-2)^1 = 0$.
$-8 \cdot \frac{18 \cdot 17 \cdot 16}{6} + 4a \cdot \frac{18 \cdot 17}{2} - 2b \cdot 18 = 0$.
$-8 \cdot 816 + 4a \cdot 153 - 36b = 0 \implies -6528 + 612a - 36b = 0 \implies 153a - 9b = 1632 \implies 51a - 3b = 544 \dots (i)$.
For $x^4$ $(n=4)$: $\binom{18}{4}(-2)^4 + a \cdot \binom{18}{3}(-2)^3 + b \cdot \binom{18}{2}(-2)^2 = 0$.
$16 \cdot \frac{18 \cdot 17 \cdot 16 \cdot 15}{24} - 8a \cdot \frac{18 \cdot 17 \cdot 16}{6} + 4b \cdot \frac{18 \cdot 17}{2} = 0$.
$16 \cdot 3060 - 8a \cdot 816 + 4b \cdot 153 = 0 \implies 48960 - 6528a + 612b = 0$.
Dividing by $12$: $4080 - 544a + 51b = 0 \implies 544a - 51b = 4080 \dots (ii)$.
Solving $(i)$ and $(ii)$: From $(i)$,$3b = 51a - 544 \implies b = 17a - \frac{544}{3}$.
Substitute into $(ii)$: $544a - 51(17a - \frac{544}{3}) = 4080 \implies 544a - 867a + 9248 = 4080$.
$-323a = -5168 \implies a = 16$.
Then $b = 17(16) - \frac{544}{3} = 272 - \frac{544}{3} = \frac{816 - 544}{3} = \frac{272}{3}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $(10)^9 + 2(11)^1(10)^8 + 3(11)^2(10)^7 + \dots + 10(11)^9 = k(10)^9$,then $k$ is equal to:
A
$100$
B
$110$
C
$\frac{121}{10}$
D
$\frac{441}{100}$

Solution

(A) Let $S = 10^9 + 2(11)^1(10)^8 + 3(11)^2(10)^7 + \dots + 10(11)^9 = k(10)^9$.
Dividing both sides by $10^9$,we get:
$k = 1 + 2\left(\frac{11}{10}\right) + 3\left(\frac{11}{10}\right)^2 + \dots + 10\left(\frac{11}{10}\right)^9$ ......$(i)$
Let $x = \frac{11}{10}$. Then $k = 1 + 2x + 3x^2 + \dots + 10x^9$.
Multiply by $x$:
$xk = x + 2x^2 + 3x^3 + \dots + 9x^9 + 10x^{10}$ ......$(ii)$
Subtracting $(ii)$ from $(i)$:
$k(1-x) = 1 + x + x^2 + \dots + x^9 - 10x^{10}$
$k(1-x) = \frac{1(x^{10}-1)}{x-1} - 10x^{10}$
Since $x = \frac{11}{10}$,$1-x = -\frac{1}{10}$ and $x-1 = \frac{1}{10}$.
$k(-\frac{1}{10}) = \frac{(\frac{11}{10})^{10}-1}{\frac{1}{10}} - 10(\frac{11}{10})^{10}$
$k(-\frac{1}{10}) = 10((\frac{11}{10})^{10}-1) - 10(\frac{11}{10})^{10}$
$k(-\frac{1}{10}) = 10(\frac{11}{10})^{10} - 10 - 10(\frac{11}{10})^{10} = -10$
$k = 100$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Three positive numbers form an increasing $G.P.$ If the middle term in this $G.P.$ is doubled,the new numbers are in $A.P.$ Then the common ratio of the $G.P.$ is:
A
$2 - \sqrt{3}$
B
$2 + \sqrt{3}$
C
$\sqrt{2} + \sqrt{3}$
D
$3 + \sqrt{2}$

Solution

(B) Let the three positive numbers in $G.P.$ be $a, ar, ar^2$ where $r > 1$ for an increasing $G.P.$
If the middle term is doubled,the new numbers are $a, 2ar, ar^2$.
Since these numbers are in $A.P.$,the middle term is the arithmetic mean of the other two:
$2(2ar) = a + ar^2$
$4ar = a(1 + r^2)$
Since $a > 0$,we can divide by $a$:
$r^2 - 4r + 1 = 0$
Using the quadratic formula $r = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a}$:
$r = \frac{4 \pm \sqrt{16 - 4}}{2} = \frac{4 \pm \sqrt{12}}{2} = 2 \pm \sqrt{3}$
Since the $G.P.$ is increasing,$r > 1$. Thus,$r = 2 + \sqrt{3}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $PS$ be the median of the triangle with vertices $P(2,2)$,$Q(6,-1)$,and $R(7,3)$. The equation of the line passing through $(1,-1)$ and parallel to $PS$ is:
A
$4x + 7y + 3 = 0$
B
$2x - 9y - 11 = 0$
C
$4x - 7y - 11 = 0$
D
$2x + 9y + 7 = 0$

Solution

(D) The median $PS$ connects vertex $P(2,2)$ to the midpoint $S$ of side $QR$.
The coordinates of $S$ are $\left(\frac{6+7}{2}, \frac{-1+3}{2}\right) = \left(\frac{13}{2}, 1\right)$.
The slope of $PS$ is $m = \frac{1-2}{\frac{13}{2}-2} = \frac{-1}{\frac{9}{2}} = -\frac{2}{9}$.
Since the required line is parallel to $PS$,its slope is also $m = -\frac{2}{9}$.
The equation of the line passing through $(1,-1)$ with slope $m = -\frac{2}{9}$ is given by $y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)$.
$y - (-1) = -\frac{2}{9}(x - 1)$
$9(y + 1) = -2(x - 1)$
$9y + 9 = -2x + 2$
$2x + 9y + 7 = 0$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $a, b, c$ and $d$ be non-zero numbers. If the point of intersection of the lines $4ax + 2ay + c = 0$ and $5bx + 2by + d = 0$ lies in the fourth quadrant and is equidistant from the two axes,then:
A
$3bc - 2ad = 0$
B
$3bc + 2ad = 0$
C
$2bc - 3ad = 0$
D
$2bc + 3ad = 0$

Solution

(A) Let the point of intersection in the fourth quadrant be $(\alpha, -\alpha)$,where $\alpha > 0$.
Since this point lies on both lines $4ax + 2ay + c = 0$ and $5bx + 2by + d = 0$,we substitute the coordinates:
For the first line: $4a(\alpha) + 2a(-\alpha) + c = 0$ $\Rightarrow 2a\alpha + c = 0$ $\Rightarrow \alpha = -\frac{c}{2a}$.
For the second line: $5b(\alpha) + 2b(-\alpha) + d = 0$ $\Rightarrow 3b\alpha + d = 0$ $\Rightarrow \alpha = -\frac{d}{3b}$.
Equating the two expressions for $\alpha$:
$-\frac{c}{2a} = -\frac{d}{3b}$.
Cross-multiplying gives $3bc = 2ad$,which can be written as $3bc - 2ad = 0$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $C$ be the circle with centre at $(1, 1)$ and radius $= 1$. If $T$ is the circle centred at $(0, y)$,passing through the origin and touching the circle $C$ externally,then the radius of $T$ is equal to:
A
$\frac{1}{2}$
B
$\frac{1}{4}$
C
$\frac{\sqrt{3}}{\sqrt{2}}$
D
$\frac{5}{4}$

Solution

(B) Let the radius of circle $T$ be $r$. Since $T$ is centered at $(0, y)$ and passes through the origin $(0, 0)$,its radius $r$ is the distance between $(0, y)$ and $(0, 0)$,so $r = |y|$.
Given that $T$ touches circle $C$ externally,the distance between their centers must be equal to the sum of their radii.
The center of $C$ is $(1, 1)$ and its radius is $R = 1$.
The center of $T$ is $(0, y)$ and its radius is $r = y$ (assuming $y > 0$).
The distance between centers $(1, 1)$ and $(0, y)$ is $\sqrt{(1-0)^2 + (1-y)^2} = \sqrt{1 + (1-y)^2}$.
Equating this to the sum of radii $R + r = 1 + y$,we get:
$\sqrt{1 + (1-y)^2} = 1 + y$
Squaring both sides:
$1 + (1 - 2y + y^2) = (1 + y)^2$
$2 - 2y + y^2 = 1 + 2y + y^2$
$2 - 2y = 1 + 2y$
$4y = 1$
$y = \frac{1}{4}$
Thus,the radius of $T$ is $\frac{1}{4}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The locus of the foot of the perpendicular drawn from the centre of the ellipse $x^2 + 3y^2 = 6$ to any tangent to it is:
A
$(x^2 + y^2)^2 = 6x^2 + 2y^2$
B
$(x^2 + y^2)^2 = 6x^2 - 2y^2$
C
$(x^2 - y^2)^2 = 6x^2 + 2y^2$
D
$(x^2 - y^2)^2 = 6x^2 - 2y^2$

Solution

(A) The given equation of the ellipse is $x^2 + 3y^2 = 6$,which can be written as $\frac{x^2}{6} + \frac{y^2}{2} = 1$.
Here,$a^2 = 6$ and $b^2 = 2$.
The equation of any tangent to the ellipse is $y = mx + \sqrt{a^2m^2 + b^2}$,which becomes $y = mx + \sqrt{6m^2 + 2}$ $(1)$.
The line perpendicular to this tangent passing through the origin $(0, 0)$ has the equation $y = -\frac{1}{m}x$,which implies $m = -\frac{x}{y}$ $(2)$.
Substituting the value of $m$ from $(2)$ into $(1)$:
$y = (-\frac{x}{y})x + \sqrt{6(-\frac{x}{y})^2 + 2}$
$y + \frac{x^2}{y} = \sqrt{\frac{6x^2 + 2y^2}{y^2}}$
$\frac{y^2 + x^2}{y} = \frac{\sqrt{6x^2 + 2y^2}}{|y|}$
Squaring both sides,we get $(x^2 + y^2)^2 = 6x^2 + 2y^2$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
The slope of the line touching both the parabolas $y^2 = 4x$ and $x^2 = -32y$ is
A
$\frac{1}{8}$
B
$\frac{2}{3}$
C
$\frac{1}{2}$
D
$\frac{3}{2}$

Solution

(C) The equation of the first parabola is $y^2 = 4x$,which is of the form $y^2 = 4ax$ with $a = 1$.
The equation of the tangent to $y^2 = 4x$ with slope $m$ is $y = mx + \frac{a}{m} = mx + \frac{1}{m} \quad (1)$.
The equation of the second parabola is $x^2 = -32y$,which is of the form $x^2 = 4Ay$ with $4A = -32$,so $A = -8$.
The equation of the tangent to $x^2 = 4Ay$ with slope $m$ is $y = mx - Am^2$. Substituting $A = -8$,we get $y = mx - (-8)m^2 = mx + 8m^2 \quad (2)$.
Since the line is common to both parabolas,we equate the intercepts from $(1)$ and $(2)$:
$\frac{1}{m} = 8m^2$.
This simplifies to $8m^3 = 1$,which gives $m^3 = \frac{1}{8}$.
Taking the cube root,we get $m = \frac{1}{2}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $a \in R$ and the equation $-3(x - [x])^2 + 2(x - [x]) + a^2 = 0$ (where $[x]$ denotes the greatest integer $\leq x$) has no integral solution,then all possible values of $a$ lie in the interval
A
$(-1, 0) \cup (0, 1)$
B
$(1, 2)$
C
$(-2, -1)$
D
$(-\infty, -2) \cup (2, \infty)$

Solution

(A) Let $t = x - [x] = \{x\}$. Since $0 \leq \{x\} < 1$,we have $0 \leq t < 1$.
The equation becomes $-3t^2 + 2t + a^2 = 0$,or $3t^2 - 2t - a^2 = 0$.
Solving for $t$ using the quadratic formula: $t = \frac{2 \pm \sqrt{4 - 4(3)(-a^2)}}{2(3)} = \frac{2 \pm \sqrt{4 + 12a^2}}{6} = \frac{1 \pm \sqrt{1 + 3a^2}}{3}$.
Since $t \geq 0$,we must take the positive root: $t = \frac{1 + \sqrt{1 + 3a^2}}{3}$.
For the equation to have no integral solution,$t$ must not be $0$ (because if $t=0$,then $x$ is an integer,which would be a solution). Thus,$t > 0$.
Also,we require $t < 1$ for a valid fractional part:
$\frac{1 + \sqrt{1 + 3a^2}}{3} < 1$ $\Rightarrow 1 + \sqrt{1 + 3a^2} < 3$ $\Rightarrow \sqrt{1 + 3a^2} < 2$.
Squaring both sides: $1 + 3a^2 < 4$ $\Rightarrow 3a^2 < 3$ $\Rightarrow a^2 < 1$.
This implies $-1 < a < 1$. Since $t > 0$,we check $a=0$: if $a=0$,$t = 1/3$,which is valid. However,if $a=0$,the equation is $-3t^2 + 2t = 0 \Rightarrow t(2-3t)=0$,so $t=0$ or $t=2/3$. $t=0$ gives an integral solution. Thus $a \neq 0$.
Therefore,$a \in (-1, 0) \cup (0, 1)$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $A$ and $B$ be two events such that $P(\overline{A \cup B}) = \frac{1}{6}$,$P(A \cap B) = \frac{1}{4}$ and $P(\bar{A}) = \frac{1}{4}$,where $\bar{A}$ stands for the complement of the event $A$. Then the events $A$ and $B$ are
A
independent but not equally likely.
B
independent but equally likely.
C
mutually exclusive and independent.
D
equally likely but not independent.

Solution

(A) $P(\overline{A \cup B}) = \frac{1}{6} \implies P(A \cup B) = 1 - \frac{1}{6} = \frac{5}{6}$.
Given $P(A \cap B) = \frac{1}{4}$ and $P(\bar{A}) = \frac{1}{4}$,we have $P(A) = 1 - \frac{1}{4} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Using the addition theorem,$P(A \cup B) = P(A) + P(B) - P(A \cap B)$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{5}{6} = \frac{3}{4} + P(B) - \frac{1}{4}$.
$\frac{5}{6} = \frac{1}{2} + P(B) \implies P(B) = \frac{5}{6} - \frac{1}{2} = \frac{5-3}{6} = \frac{2}{6} = \frac{1}{3}$.
Now,check for independence: $P(A) \cdot P(B) = \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{1}{3} = \frac{1}{4} = P(A \cap B)$.
Since $P(A \cap B) = P(A) \cdot P(B)$,the events are independent.
Since $P(A) = \frac{3}{4}$ and $P(B) = \frac{1}{3}$,$P(A) \neq P(B)$,so they are not equally likely.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $f_k(x) = \frac{1}{k}(\sin^k x + \cos^k x)$,where $x \in R$ and $k \ge 1$. Then $f_4(x) - f_6(x)$ is equal to
A
$\frac{1}{4}$
B
$\frac{1}{12}$
C
$\frac{1}{6}$
D
$\frac{1}{3}$

Solution

(B) Given $f_k(x) = \frac{1}{k}(\sin^k x + \cos^k x)$.
We need to find $f_4(x) - f_6(x)$.
$f_4(x) = \frac{1}{4}(\sin^4 x + \cos^4 x) = \frac{1}{4}((\sin^2 x + \cos^2 x)^2 - 2\sin^2 x \cos^2 x) = \frac{1}{4}(1 - 2\sin^2 x \cos^2 x)$.
$f_6(x) = \frac{1}{6}(\sin^6 x + \cos^6 x) = \frac{1}{6}((\sin^2 x + \cos^2 x)(\sin^4 x - \sin^2 x \cos^2 x + \cos^4 x)) = \frac{1}{6}(1 - 3\sin^2 x \cos^2 x)$.
Now,$f_4(x) - f_6(x) = \frac{1}{4}(1 - 2\sin^2 x \cos^2 x) - \frac{1}{6}(1 - 3\sin^2 x \cos^2 x)$.
$= (\frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{6}) - (\frac{2}{4} - \frac{3}{6})\sin^2 x \cos^2 x$.
$= (\frac{3-2}{12}) - (\frac{1}{2} - \frac{1}{2})\sin^2 x \cos^2 x$.
$= \frac{1}{12} - 0 = \frac{1}{12}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
The statement $\sim(p \leftrightarrow \sim q)$ is :
A
a tautology
B
a fallacy
C
equivalent to $(p \leftrightarrow q)$
D
equivalent to $\sim p \leftrightarrow q$

Solution

(C) To determine the nature of the statement $\sim(p \leftrightarrow \sim q)$,we construct a truth table:
$1$. The biconditional $p \leftrightarrow \sim q$ is true when $p$ and $\sim q$ have the same truth value.
$2$. The negation $\sim(p \leftrightarrow \sim q)$ is true when $p \leftrightarrow \sim q$ is false.
Truth Table:
$p$ | $q$ | $\sim q$ | $p \leftrightarrow \sim q$ | $\sim(p \leftrightarrow \sim q)$
$T$ | $T$ | $F$ | $F$ | $T$
$T$ | $F$ | $T$ | $T$ | $F$
$F$ | $T$ | $F$ | $T$ | $F$
$F$ | $F$ | $T$ | $F$ | $T$
Comparing this to $p \leftrightarrow q$:
$p$ | $q$ | $p \leftrightarrow q$
$T$ | $T$ | $T$
$T$ | $F$ | $F$
$F$ | $T$ | $F$
$F$ | $F$ | $T$
Since the truth values of $\sim(p \leftrightarrow \sim q)$ and $(p \leftrightarrow q)$ are identical for all combinations of $p$ and $q$,the statement is equivalent to $(p \leftrightarrow q)$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $w$ $(Im\, w \neq 0)$ be a complex number. Then the set of all complex numbers $z$ satisfying the equation $w - \overline{w}z = k(1 - z)$, for some real number $k$, is
A
$\{z : |z| = 1\}$
B
$\{z : z = \overline{z}\}$
C
$\{z : z \neq 1\}$
D
$\{z : |z| = 1, z \neq 1\}$

Solution

(D) Consider the equation $w - \overline{w}z = k(1 - z)$, where $k \in \mathbb{R}$.
Since $Im\, w \neq 0$, $w \neq \overline{w}$, so $z \neq 1$.
Thus, $k = \frac{w - \overline{w}z}{1 - z}$.
Since $k$ is real, we have $\frac{w - \overline{w}z}{1 - z} = \overline{\left( \frac{w - \overline{w}z}{1 - z} \right)} = \frac{\overline{w} - w\overline{z}}{1 - \overline{z}}$.
Cross-multiplying gives $(w - \overline{w}z)(1 - \overline{z}) = (\overline{w} - w\overline{z})(1 - z)$.
Expanding both sides: $w - w\overline{z} - \overline{w}z + \overline{w}z\overline{z} = \overline{w} - \overline{w}z - w\overline{z} + w\overline{z}z$.
Simplifying, we get $w + \overline{w}|z|^2 = \overline{w} + w|z|^2$.
Rearranging terms: $(w - \overline{w})|z|^2 = w - \overline{w}$.
Since $Im\, w \neq 0$, $w - \overline{w} \neq 0$, so $|z|^2 = 1$, which implies $|z| = 1$.
Also, from the original equation, $z \neq 1$ must hold.
Therefore, the set is $\{z : |z| = 1, z \neq 1\}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If the equations $ax^2 + bx + c = 0$ $(a, b, c \in R, a \ne 0)$ and $2x^2 + 3x + 4 = 0$ have a common root,then $a : b : c$ equals
A
$1 : 2 : 3$
B
$2 : 3 : 4$
C
$4 : 3 : 2$
D
$3 : 2 : 1$

Solution

(B) Let the common root be $\alpha$. Since $\alpha$ is a root of $2x^2 + 3x + 4 = 0$,it must satisfy the equation.
However,the discriminant of $2x^2 + 3x + 4 = 0$ is $D = 3^2 - 4(2)(4) = 9 - 32 = -23 < 0$.
Since the coefficients are real,the roots must be complex conjugates. Let the roots be $\alpha$ and $\bar{\alpha}$.
If the equations $ax^2 + bx + c = 0$ and $2x^2 + 3x + 4 = 0$ have a common root,and the coefficients $a, b, c$ are real,then both roots must be common.
Thus,the equations are proportional: $\frac{a}{2} = \frac{b}{3} = \frac{c}{4} = k$ (where $k \ne 0$).
Therefore,$a = 2k$,$b = 3k$,and $c = 4k$.
This gives the ratio $a : b : c = 2k : 3k : 4k = 2 : 3 : 4$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $\frac{1}{\sqrt{\alpha}}$ and $\frac{1}{\sqrt{\beta}}$ are the roots of the equation $ax^2 + bx + 1 = 0$ $(a \ne 0, a, b \in R)$,then the equation $x(x + b^3) + (a^3 - 3abx) = 0$ has roots
A
$\alpha^{3/2}$ and $\beta^{3/2}$
B
$\alpha \beta^{1/2}$ and $\alpha^{1/2} \beta$
C
$\sqrt{\alpha \beta}$ and $\alpha \beta$
D
$\alpha^{-3/2}$ and $\beta^{-3/2}$

Solution

(A) Given that $\frac{1}{\sqrt{\alpha}}$ and $\frac{1}{\sqrt{\beta}}$ are the roots of $ax^2 + bx + 1 = 0$.
Sum of roots: $\frac{1}{\sqrt{\alpha}} + \frac{1}{\sqrt{\beta}} = -\frac{b}{a} \Rightarrow \frac{\sqrt{\alpha} + \sqrt{\beta}}{\sqrt{\alpha \beta}} = -\frac{b}{a}$.
Product of roots: $\frac{1}{\sqrt{\alpha \beta}} = \frac{1}{a} \Rightarrow a = \sqrt{\alpha \beta}$.
Substituting $a$ into the sum equation: $\frac{\sqrt{\alpha} + \sqrt{\beta}}{\sqrt{\alpha \beta}} = -\frac{b}{\sqrt{\alpha \beta}} \Rightarrow b = -(\sqrt{\alpha} + \sqrt{\beta})$.
The given equation is $x^2 + (b^3 - 3ab)x + a^3 = 0$.
Note that $b^3 - 3ab = -(\sqrt{\alpha} + \sqrt{\beta})^3 - 3(\sqrt{\alpha \beta})(-(\sqrt{\alpha} + \sqrt{\beta})) = -(\alpha^{3/2} + \beta^{3/2} + 3\sqrt{\alpha \beta}(\sqrt{\alpha} + \sqrt{\beta})) + 3\sqrt{\alpha \beta}(\sqrt{\alpha} + \sqrt{\beta}) = -(\alpha^{3/2} + \beta^{3/2})$.
Also,$a^3 = (\sqrt{\alpha \beta})^3 = \alpha^{3/2} \beta^{3/2}$.
The equation becomes $x^2 - (\alpha^{3/2} + \beta^{3/2})x + \alpha^{3/2} \beta^{3/2} = 0$.
This is a quadratic equation with roots $\alpha^{3/2}$ and $\beta^{3/2}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The number of terms in the expansion of $(1 + x)^{101} (1 + x^2 - x)^{100}$ in powers of $x$ is
A
$302$
B
$301$
C
$202$
D
$101$

Solution

(C) The given expression is $(1 + x)^{101} (1 - x + x^2)^{100}$.
We can rewrite this as $(1 + x) (1 + x)^{100} (1 - x + x^2)^{100}$.
$= (1 + x) [(1 + x)(1 - x + x^2)]^{100}$.
Using the identity $(a + b)(a^2 - ab + b^2) = a^3 + b^3$,we get $(1 + x)(1 - x + x^2) = 1 + x^3$.
So,the expression becomes $(1 + x)(1 + x^3)^{100}$.
The expansion of $(1 + x^3)^{100}$ contains $100 + 1 = 101$ terms.
Multiplying by $(1 + x)$,we get $(1 + x)(1 + x^3)^{100} = (1 + x^3)^{100} + x(1 + x^3)^{100}$.
Each part has $101$ terms,and since the powers of $x$ in $(1 + x^3)^{100}$ are multiples of $3$ $(0, 3, 6, \dots, 300)$ and the powers in $x(1 + x^3)^{100}$ are $1, 4, 7, \dots, 301$,there are no common terms.
Therefore,the total number of terms is $101 + 101 = 202$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The sum of the digits in the unit's place of all the $4-$ digit numbers formed by using the digits $3, 4, 5,$ and $6$,without repetition,is:
A
$432$
B
$108$
C
$36$
D
$18$

Solution

(B) To form a $4-$ digit number using the digits $3, 4, 5,$ and $6$ without repetition,we have $4! = 24$ total numbers.
If we fix a digit at the unit's place,the remaining $3$ positions can be filled by the remaining $3$ digits in $3! = 6$ ways.
Therefore,each of the digits $3, 4, 5,$ and $6$ appears in the unit's place exactly $6$ times.
The sum of the digits in the unit's place is:
$= (6 \times 3) + (6 \times 4) + (6 \times 5) + (6 \times 6)$
$= 6 \times (3 + 4 + 5 + 6)$
$= 6 \times 18$
$= 108$
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Given an $A.P.$ whose terms are all positive integers. The sum of its first nine terms is greater than $200$ and less than $220$. If the second term is $12$,then its $4^{th}$ term is:
A
$8$
B
$16$
C
$20$
D
$24$

Solution

(C) Let $a$ be the first term and $d$ be the common difference of the given $A.P.$
The second term is $a + d = 12$ .....$(1)$
The sum of the first nine terms is given by:
${S_9} = \frac{9}{2}(2a + 8d) = 9(a + 4d)$
Given that $200 < {S_9} < 220$:
$200 < 9(a + 4d) < 220$
Substitute $a = 12 - d$ from equation $(1)$ into the inequality:
$200 < 9(12 - d + 4d) < 220$
$200 < 9(12 + 3d) < 220$
$200 < 108 + 27d < 220$
Subtract $108$ from all parts:
$92 < 27d < 112$
Since the terms are positive integers,$d$ must be an integer. Testing values for $d$:
If $d = 3$,$27 \times 3 = 81$ (too small).
If $d = 4$,$27 \times 4 = 108$ (which satisfies $92 < 108 < 112$).
If $d = 5$,$27 \times 5 = 135$ (too large).
Thus,$d = 4$.
From equation $(1)$,$a + 4 = 12$,so $a = 8$.
The $4^{th}$ term is $a + 3d = 8 + 3(4) = 8 + 12 = 20$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If the sum $\frac{3}{1^2} + \frac{5}{1^2 + 2^2} + \frac{7}{1^2 + 2^2 + 3^2} + \dots$ up to $20$ terms is equal to $\frac{k}{21}$,then $k$ is equal to
A
$120$
B
$180$
C
$240$
D
$60$

Solution

(A) The $n^{th}$ term of the given series is given by:
$a_n = \frac{2n + 1}{\sum_{i=1}^{n} i^2} = \frac{2n + 1}{\frac{n(n + 1)(2n + 1)}{6}} = \frac{6}{n(n + 1)}$
Using partial fractions,we can write:
$a_n = 6 \left[ \frac{1}{n} - \frac{1}{n + 1} \right]$
The sum of $20$ terms $S_{20}$ is:
$S_{20} = \sum_{n=1}^{20} a_n = 6 \sum_{n=1}^{20} \left( \frac{1}{n} - \frac{1}{n + 1} \right)$
This is a telescoping series:
$S_{20} = 6 \left[ \left( 1 - \frac{1}{2} \right) + \left( \frac{1}{2} - \frac{1}{3} \right) + \dots + \left( \frac{1}{20} - \frac{1}{21} \right) \right]$
$S_{20} = 6 \left( 1 - \frac{1}{21} \right) = 6 \left( \frac{20}{21} \right) = \frac{120}{21}$
Given that $S_{20} = \frac{k}{21}$,by comparing,we get $k = 120$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $a$ and $b$ be any two numbers satisfying $\frac{1}{a^2} + \frac{1}{b^2} = \frac{1}{4}$. Then,the foot of the perpendicular from the origin on the variable line $\frac{x}{a} + \frac{y}{b} = 1$ lies on
A
a hyperbola with each semi-axis $= \sqrt{2}$
B
a hyperbola with each semi-axis $= 2$
C
a circle of radius $= 2$
D
a circle of radius $= \sqrt{2}$

Solution

(C) Let the foot of the perpendicular from the origin $(0,0)$ to the variable line $\frac{x}{a} + \frac{y}{b} = 1$ be $P(x_1, y_1)$.
Since $P(x_1, y_1)$ lies on the line $\frac{x}{a} + \frac{y}{b} = 1$,we have $\frac{x_1}{a} + \frac{y_1}{b} = 1$.
The slope of the line $\frac{x}{a} + \frac{y}{b} = 1$ is $m_1 = -\frac{b}{a}$.
The slope of the line segment $OP$ is $m_2 = \frac{y_1}{x_1}$.
Since $OP$ is perpendicular to the line,$m_1 \times m_2 = -1$,so $(-\frac{b}{a}) \times (\frac{y_1}{x_1}) = -1$,which implies $\frac{y_1}{x_1} = \frac{a}{b}$,or $\frac{x_1}{a} = \frac{y_1}{b} = k$.
Substituting this into the line equation: $k + k = 1 \Rightarrow k = \frac{1}{2}$.
Thus,$x_1 = \frac{a}{2}$ and $y_1 = \frac{b}{2}$,which means $a = 2x_1$ and $b = 2y_1$.
Given $\frac{1}{a^2} + \frac{1}{b^2} = \frac{1}{4}$,we substitute $a$ and $b$: $\frac{1}{(2x_1)^2} + \frac{1}{(2y_1)^2} = \frac{1}{4}$.
$\frac{1}{4x_1^2} + \frac{1}{4y_1^2} = \frac{1}{4}$ $\Rightarrow \frac{1}{x_1^2} + \frac{1}{y_1^2} = 1$ $\Rightarrow x_1^2 + y_1^2 = x_1^2 y_1^2$.
Alternatively,using the perpendicular distance formula $d = \frac{|c|}{\sqrt{A^2 + B^2}}$ from $(0,0)$ to $\frac{x}{a} + \frac{y}{b} - 1 = 0$:
$d = \frac{|-1|}{\sqrt{\frac{1}{a^2} + \frac{1}{b^2}}} = \sqrt{x_1^2 + y_1^2}$.
Since $\frac{1}{a^2} + \frac{1}{b^2} = \frac{1}{4}$,we have $\sqrt{x_1^2 + y_1^2} = \sqrt{4} = 2$.
Thus,$x_1^2 + y_1^2 = 4$,which is a circle with radius $2$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Given three points $P, Q, R$ with $P(5, 3)$ and $R$ lies on the $x-$ axis. If the equation of $RQ$ is $x - 2y = 2$ and $PQ$ is parallel to the $x-$ axis,then the centroid of $\Delta PQR$ lies on the line
A
$2x + y - 9 = 0$
B
$x - 2y + 1 = 0$
C
$5x - 2y = 0$
D
$2x - 5y = 0$

Solution

(D) The equation of line $RQ$ is $x - 2y = 2$.
Since $R$ lies on the $x-$ axis,its $y-$ coordinate is $0$. Substituting $y = 0$ in the equation of $RQ$,we get $x - 2(0) = 2$,so $x = 2$. Thus,$R = (2, 0)$.
Since $PQ$ is parallel to the $x-$ axis,the $y-$ coordinate of $Q$ is the same as that of $P$,which is $3$.
Substituting $y = 3$ in the equation of $RQ$,we get $x - 2(3) = 2$,which implies $x - 6 = 2$,so $x = 8$. Thus,$Q = (8, 3)$.
The centroid $G$ of $\Delta PQR$ with vertices $P(5, 3)$,$Q(8, 3)$,and $R(2, 0)$ is given by:
$G = \left( \frac{5 + 8 + 2}{3}, \frac{3 + 3 + 0}{3} \right) = \left( \frac{15}{3}, \frac{6}{3} \right) = (5, 2)$.
Now,we check which line equation is satisfied by the point $(5, 2)$:
For option $D$: $2x - 5y = 2(5) - 5(2) = 10 - 10 = 0$.
Thus,the centroid lies on the line $2x - 5y = 0$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If the point $(1, 4)$ lies inside the circle $x^2 + y^2 - 6x - 10y + p = 0$ and the circle does not touch or intersect the coordinate axes,then the set of all possible values of $p$ is the interval
A
$(0, 25)$
B
$(25, 39)$
C
$(9, 25)$
D
$(25, 29)$

Solution

(D) The equation of the circle is $x^2 + y^2 - 6x - 10y + p = 0$.
Completing the square,we get $(x - 3)^2 + (y - 5)^2 = 34 - p$.
The center is $(3, 5)$ and the radius $r = \sqrt{34 - p}$.
For the circle to not touch or intersect the $x$-axis,the radius must be less than the $y$-coordinate of the center: $r < 5 \implies \sqrt{34 - p} < 5 \implies 34 - p < 25 \implies p > 9$.
For the circle to not touch or intersect the $y$-axis,the radius must be less than the $x$-coordinate of the center: $r < 3 \implies \sqrt{34 - p} < 3 \implies 34 - p < 9 \implies p > 25$.
If the point $(1, 4)$ lies inside the circle,the distance from the center $(3, 5)$ to $(1, 4)$ must be less than the radius: $\sqrt{(3 - 1)^2 + (5 - 4)^2} < r \implies \sqrt{2^2 + 1^2} < \sqrt{34 - p} \implies \sqrt{5} < \sqrt{34 - p} \implies 5 < 34 - p \implies p < 29$.
Combining all conditions,$p > 25$ and $p < 29$,so $p \in (25, 29)$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $OB$ is the semi-minor axis of an ellipse,$F_1$ and $F_2$ are its foci and the angle between $F_1B$ and $F_2B$ is a right angle,then the square of the eccentricity of the ellipse is
A
$\frac{1}{2}$
B
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
C
$\frac{1}{2\sqrt{2}}$
D
$\frac{1}{4}$

Solution

(A) Let $\frac{x^2}{a^2} + \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$ be the equation of the ellipse.
Given that $F_1B$ and $F_2B$ are perpendicular to each other.
The coordinates are $F_1(-ae, 0)$,$F_2(ae, 0)$,and $B(0, b)$.
Slope of $F_1B = \frac{b - 0}{0 - (-ae)} = \frac{b}{ae}$.
Slope of $F_2B = \frac{b - 0}{0 - ae} = -\frac{b}{ae}$.
Since $F_1B \perp F_2B$,the product of their slopes is $-1$:
$\left(\frac{b}{ae}\right) \times \left(-\frac{b}{ae}\right) = -1$
$-\frac{b^2}{a^2e^2} = -1 \Rightarrow b^2 = a^2e^2$.
We know that for an ellipse,$b^2 = a^2(1 - e^2)$.
Substituting $b^2 = a^2e^2$ into the equation:
$a^2e^2 = a^2(1 - e^2)$
$e^2 = 1 - e^2$
$2e^2 = 1$
$e^2 = \frac{1}{2}$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
In a set of $2n$ distinct observations,each of the observations below the median is increased by $5$ and each of the remaining observations is decreased by $3$. Then the mean of the new set of observations
A
increases by $1$
B
decreases by $1$
C
decreases by $2$
D
increases by $2$

Solution

(A) Let the $2n$ distinct observations be $x_1 < x_2 < ... < x_{2n}$.
Since there are $2n$ observations,the median is the average of the $n^{th}$ and $(n+1)^{th}$ observations.
There are $n$ observations below the median (i.e.,$x_1, ..., x_n$) and $n$ observations above the median (i.e.,$x_{n+1}, ..., x_{2n}$).
The sum of the original observations is $S = \sum_{i=1}^{2n} x_i$.
The new sum $S'$ is obtained by adding $5$ to each of the first $n$ observations and subtracting $3$ from each of the remaining $n$ observations:
$S' = \sum_{i=1}^{n} (x_i + 5) + \sum_{i=n+1}^{2n} (x_i - 3)$
$S' = \sum_{i=1}^{n} x_i + 5n + \sum_{i=n+1}^{2n} x_i - 3n$
$S' = \sum_{i=1}^{2n} x_i + 2n = S + 2n$.
The new mean is $M' = \frac{S'}{2n} = \frac{S + 2n}{2n} = \frac{S}{2n} + 1$.
Since the original mean is $M = \frac{S}{2n}$,the new mean is $M' = M + 1$.
Thus,the mean increases by $1$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $A$ and $B$ are two events such that $P(A \cup B) = P(A \cap B)$,then the incorrect statement amongst the following statements is
A
$A$ and $B$ are equally likely
B
$P(A \cap B') = 0$
C
$P(A' \cap B) = 0$
D
$P(A) + P(B) = 1$

Solution

(D) Given $P(A \cup B) = P(A \cap B)$.
We know that $P(A \cup B) = P(A) + P(B) - P(A \cap B)$.
Substituting the given condition,we get $P(A \cap B) = P(A) + P(B) - P(A \cap B)$,which implies $P(A) + P(B) = 2P(A \cap B)$.
Also,we know $P(A \cap B') = P(A) - P(A \cap B)$ and $P(A' \cap B) = P(B) - P(A \cap B)$.
Since $P(A \cap B) \le P(A)$ and $P(A \cap B) \le P(B)$,and $P(A \cup B) = P(A \cap B)$ implies that $A \subseteq B$ and $B \subseteq A$ (i.e.,$A = B$),we have $P(A) = P(B) = P(A \cap B) = P(A \cup B)$.
Thus,$P(A \cap B') = P(A) - P(A) = 0$ and $P(A' \cap B) = P(B) - P(B) = 0$.
Also,$P(A) = P(B)$ implies $A$ and $B$ are equally likely.
However,$P(A) + P(B) = 1$ is not necessarily true,as $P(A) + P(B) = 2P(A \cap B)$,which is only $1$ if $P(A \cap B) = 0.5$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The number of values of $\alpha$ in $[0, 2\pi]$ for which $2\sin^3\alpha - 7\sin^2\alpha + 7\sin\alpha = 2$ is:
A
$6$
B
$4$
C
$3$
D
$1$

Solution

(C) Given equation: $2\sin^3\alpha - 7\sin^2\alpha + 7\sin\alpha - 2 = 0$.
Let $x = \sin\alpha$. Then $2x^3 - 7x^2 + 7x - 2 = 0$.
By testing roots,$x = 1$ is a root since $2(1)^3 - 7(1)^2 + 7(1) - 2 = 0$.
Dividing by $(x - 1)$,we get $(x - 1)(2x^2 - 5x + 2) = 0$.
Factoring the quadratic: $(x - 1)(2x - 1)(x - 2) = 0$.
So,$\sin\alpha = 1$,$\sin\alpha = \frac{1}{2}$,or $\sin\alpha = 2$.
Since $-1 \leq \sin\alpha \leq 1$,$\sin\alpha = 2$ is impossible.
For $\sin\alpha = 1$ in $[0, 2\pi]$,$\alpha = \frac{\pi}{2}$ ($1$ value).
For $\sin\alpha = \frac{1}{2}$ in $[0, 2\pi]$,$\alpha = \frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{5\pi}{6}$ ($2$ values).
Total number of values = $1 + 2 = 3$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $\csc \theta = \frac{p + q}{p - q}$ $(p \neq q \neq 0)$,then $\left| \cot \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \frac{\theta}{2} \right) \right|$ is equal to
A
$\sqrt{\frac{p}{q}}$
B
$\sqrt{\frac{q}{p}}$
C
$\sqrt{pq}$
D
$pq$

Solution

(B) Given $\csc \theta = \frac{p + q}{p - q}$,so $\sin \theta = \frac{p - q}{p + q}$.
Using the identity $\cot \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \frac{\theta}{2} \right) = \frac{\cot \frac{\pi}{4} \cot \frac{\theta}{2} - 1}{\cot \frac{\pi}{4} + \cot \frac{\theta}{2}} = \frac{\cot \frac{\theta}{2} - 1}{\cot \frac{\theta}{2} + 1}$.
This simplifies to $\frac{\cos \frac{\theta}{2} - \sin \frac{\theta}{2}}{\cos \frac{\theta}{2} + \sin \frac{\theta}{2}}$.
Squaring this expression,we get $\frac{\cos^2 \frac{\theta}{2} + \sin^2 \frac{\theta}{2} - 2 \sin \frac{\theta}{2} \cos \frac{\theta}{2}}{\cos^2 \frac{\theta}{2} + \sin^2 \frac{\theta}{2} + 2 \sin \frac{\theta}{2} \cos \frac{\theta}{2}} = \frac{1 - \sin \theta}{1 + \sin \theta}$.
Substituting $\sin \theta = \frac{p - q}{p + q}$:
$\frac{1 - \frac{p - q}{p + q}}{1 + \frac{p - q}{p + q}} = \frac{p + q - p + q}{p + q + p - q} = \frac{2q}{2p} = \frac{q}{p}$.
Taking the square root,we get $\left| \cot \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \frac{\theta}{2} \right) \right| = \sqrt{\frac{q}{p}}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The contrapositive of the statement "$I$ go to school if it does not rain" is
A
If it rains,$I$ do not go to school
B
If $I$ do not go to school,it rains
C
If it rains,$I$ go to school
D
If $I$ go to school,it rains

Solution

(B) The given statement is "If it does not rain,then $I$ go to school".
Let $p$ be the statement "It does not rain" and $q$ be the statement "$I$ go to school".
The given statement is in the form $p \Rightarrow q$.
The contrapositive of $p \Rightarrow q$ is $\sim q \Rightarrow \sim p$.
Here,$\sim q$ is "$I$ do not go to school" and $\sim p$ is "It rains".
Therefore,the contrapositive is "If $I$ do not go to school,then it rains".
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $f$ be an odd function defined on the set of real numbers such that for $x \geq 0$,$f(x) = 3 \sin x + 4 \cos x$. Then $f(x)$ at $x = -\frac{11\pi}{6}$ is equal to:
A
$\frac{3}{2} + 2\sqrt{3}$
B
$-\frac{3}{2} + 2\sqrt{3}$
C
$\frac{3}{2} - 2\sqrt{3}$
D
$-\frac{3}{2} - 2\sqrt{3}$

Solution

(C) Given that $f$ is an odd function,we have $f(-x) = -f(x)$ for all $x$ in the domain.
For $x \geq 0$,$f(x) = 3 \sin x + 4 \cos x$.
We need to find $f\left(-\frac{11\pi}{6}\right)$.
Since $f$ is an odd function,$f\left(-\frac{11\pi}{6}\right) = -f\left(\frac{11\pi}{6}\right)$.
First,calculate $f\left(\frac{11\pi}{6}\right)$:
$f\left(\frac{11\pi}{6}\right) = 3 \sin\left(\frac{11\pi}{6}\right) + 4 \cos\left(\frac{11\pi}{6}\right)$
$f\left(\frac{11\pi}{6}\right) = 3 \sin\left(2\pi - \frac{\pi}{6}\right) + 4 \cos\left(2\pi - \frac{\pi}{6}\right)$
$f\left(\frac{11\pi}{6}\right) = 3(-\sin\frac{\pi}{6}) + 4(\cos\frac{\pi}{6})$
$f\left(\frac{11\pi}{6}\right) = 3(-\frac{1}{2}) + 4(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}) = -\frac{3}{2} + 2\sqrt{3}$.
Therefore,$f\left(-\frac{11\pi}{6}\right) = -f\left(\frac{11\pi}{6}\right) = -(-\frac{3}{2} + 2\sqrt{3}) = \frac{3}{2} - 2\sqrt{3}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $z_1, z_2$ and $z_3, z_4$ are $2$ pairs of complex conjugate numbers,then $\arg \left( \frac{z_1}{z_4} \right) + \arg \left( \frac{z_2}{z_3} \right)$ equals
A
$0$
B
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
C
$\frac{3\pi}{2}$
D
$\pi$

Solution

(A) Consider the expression $\arg \left( \frac{z_1}{z_4} \right) + \arg \left( \frac{z_2}{z_3} \right)$.
Using the property $\arg \left( \frac{a}{b} \right) = \arg(a) - \arg(b)$,we get:
$= \arg(z_1) - \arg(z_4) + \arg(z_2) - \arg(z_3)$
Rearranging the terms,we have:
$= (\arg(z_1) + \arg(z_2)) - (\arg(z_3) + \arg(z_4))$
Given that $(z_1, z_2)$ and $(z_3, z_4)$ are pairs of complex conjugates,we have $z_2 = \bar{z}_1$ and $z_4 = \bar{z}_3$.
Substituting these into the expression:
$= (\arg(z_1) + \arg(\bar{z}_1)) - (\arg(z_3) + \arg(\bar{z}_3))$
Since $\arg(\bar{z}) = -\arg(z)$,we have:
$= (\arg(z_1) - \arg(z_1)) - (\arg(z_3) - \arg(z_3))$
$= 0 - 0 = 0$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are roots of the equation $x^2 - 4\sqrt{2}kx + 2e^{4\ln k} - 1 = 0$ for some $k$,and $\alpha^2 + \beta^2 = 66$,then $\alpha^3 + \beta^3$ is equal to: (in $\sqrt{2}$)
A
$248$
B
$280$
C
$-32$
D
$-280$

Solution

(D) Given the equation $x^2 - 4\sqrt{2}kx + 2e^{4\ln k} - 1 = 0$.
Since $e^{4\ln k} = k^4$,the equation becomes $x^2 - 4\sqrt{2}kx + 2k^4 - 1 = 0$.
From the properties of roots,$\alpha + \beta = 4\sqrt{2}k$ and $\alpha\beta = 2k^4 - 1$.
We are given $\alpha^2 + \beta^2 = 66$.
Using the identity $(\alpha + \beta)^2 = \alpha^2 + \beta^2 + 2\alpha\beta$,we have:
$(4\sqrt{2}k)^2 = 66 + 2(2k^4 - 1)$
$32k^2 = 66 + 4k^4 - 2$
$4k^4 - 32k^2 + 64 = 0$
Dividing by $4$,we get $k^4 - 8k^2 + 16 = 0$,which is $(k^2 - 4)^2 = 0$.
Thus,$k^2 = 4$,so $k = 2$ or $k = -2$.
Now,$\alpha^3 + \beta^3 = (\alpha + \beta)(\alpha^2 + \beta^2 - \alpha\beta) = (4\sqrt{2}k)(66 - (2k^4 - 1)) = (4\sqrt{2}k)(67 - 2k^4)$.
If $k = 2$,$\alpha^3 + \beta^3 = (4\sqrt{2}(2))(67 - 2(16)) = (8\sqrt{2})(67 - 32) = (8\sqrt{2})(35) = 280\sqrt{2}$.
If $k = -2$,$\alpha^3 + \beta^3 = (4\sqrt{2}(-2))(67 - 2(16)) = (-8\sqrt{2})(35) = -280\sqrt{2}$.
Since the question implies a single value and $-280\sqrt{2}$ is an option,we select $D$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
An eight-digit number divisible by $9$ is to be formed using digits from $0$ to $9$ without repeating the digits. The number of ways in which this can be done is: (in $(7!)$)
A
$72$
B
$18$
C
$40$
D
$36$

Solution

(D) number is divisible by $9$ if the sum of its digits is divisible by $9$. The sum of all digits from $0$ to $9$ is $0+1+2+3+4+5+6+7+8+9 = 45$. To form an $8$-digit number,we must exclude two digits such that the sum of the remaining $8$ digits is a multiple of $9$. Since the total sum is $45$,the sum of the two excluded digits must be $0+9=9$,$1+8=9$,$2+7=9$,$3+6=9$,or $4+5=9$.
Excluded DigitsNumber of $8$-digit numbers
$0, 9$$7!$ (first digit cannot be $0$,so $7 \times 7!$)
$1, 8$$8! - 7! = 7 \times 7!$
$2, 7$$8! - 7! = 7 \times 7!$
$3, 6$$8! - 7! = 7 \times 7!$
$4, 5$$8! - 7! = 7 \times 7!$

Total ways $= (7 \times 7!) + 4 \times (7 \times 7!) = 7 \times 7! + 28 \times 7! = 35 \times 7!$. Wait,re-evaluating: If $0$ is excluded,we have $8!$ ways. If $0$ is included,we have $8! - 7! = 7 \times 7!$ ways. The pairs are $(0,9), (1,8), (2,7), (3,6), (4,5)$. For $(0,9)$,we have $8!$ ways. For the other $4$ pairs,we have $8! - 7! = 7 \times 7!$ ways each. Total $= 8! + 4(7 \times 7!) = 8 \times 7! + 28 \times 7! = 36 \times 7!$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The coefficient of $x^{50}$ in the binomial expansion of $(1 + x)^{1000} + x(1 + x)^{999} + x^{2}(1 + x)^{998} + \dots + x^{1000}$ is
A
$\frac{1000!}{50!950!}$
B
$\frac{1000!}{49!951!}$
C
$\frac{1001!}{51!950!}$
D
$\frac{1001!}{50!951!}$

Solution

(D) The given expression is a geometric series with first term $a = (1 + x)^{1000}$,common ratio $r = \frac{x}{1 + x}$,and $n = 1001$ terms.
Using the sum formula for a geometric series $S = \frac{a(1 - r^n)}{1 - r}$:
$S = \frac{(1 + x)^{1000} \left[ 1 - \left( \frac{x}{1 + x} \right)^{1001} \right]}{1 - \frac{x}{1 + x}}$
$S = \frac{(1 + x)^{1000} \left[ \frac{(1 + x)^{1001} - x^{1001}}{(1 + x)^{1001}} \right]}{\frac{1 + x - x}{1 + x}}$
$S = \frac{(1 + x)^{1000} \left[ (1 + x)^{1001} - x^{1001} \right]}{(1 + x)^{1001} \cdot \frac{1}{1 + x}}$
$S = (1 + x)^{1001} - x^{1001}$
We need the coefficient of $x^{50}$ in $(1 + x)^{1001} - x^{1001}$.
Since $x^{1001}$ does not contain $x^{50}$,the coefficient is the same as the coefficient of $x^{50}$ in $(1 + x)^{1001}$,which is given by $^{1001}C_{50} = \frac{1001!}{50!951!}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
In a geometric progression,if the ratio of the sum of the first $5$ terms to the sum of their reciprocals is $49$,and the sum of the first and the third term is $35$,then the first term of this geometric progression is:
A
$7$
B
$21$
C
$28$
D
$42$

Solution

(C) Let the geometric progression be $a, ar, ar^2, ar^3, ar^4$.
The sum of the first $5$ terms is $S_5 = a + ar + ar^2 + ar^3 + ar^4 = \frac{a(r^5 - 1)}{r - 1}$.
The reciprocals are $\frac{1}{a}, \frac{1}{ar}, \frac{1}{ar^2}, \frac{1}{ar^3}, \frac{1}{ar^4}$.
The sum of these reciprocals is $S'_5 = \frac{1}{a} + \frac{1}{ar} + \frac{1}{ar^2} + \frac{1}{ar^3} + \frac{1}{ar^4} = \frac{1}{a} \left( \frac{1 - (1/r)^5}{1 - 1/r} \right) = \frac{1}{a} \left( \frac{(r^5 - 1)/r^5}{(r - 1)/r} \right) = \frac{1}{a} \cdot \frac{r^5 - 1}{r^5} \cdot \frac{r}{r - 1} = \frac{r^5 - 1}{a r^4 (r - 1)}$.
Given the ratio $\frac{S_5}{S'_5} = 49$:
$\frac{\frac{a(r^5 - 1)}{r - 1}}{\frac{r^5 - 1}{a r^4 (r - 1)}} = 49$ $\Rightarrow a^2 r^4 = 49$ $\Rightarrow ar^2 = 7$ (since $a$ and $r$ are real).
Given the sum of the first and third term is $35$:
$a + ar^2 = 35$.
Substituting $ar^2 = 7$ into the equation:
$a + 7 = 35 \Rightarrow a = 28$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The sum of the first $20$ terms common between the series $3 + 7 + 11 + 15 + \dots$ and $1 + 6 + 11 + 16 + \dots$ is
A
$4000$
B
$4020$
C
$4200$
D
$4220$

Solution

(B) The first series is $3, 7, 11, 15, 19, 23, 27, 31, 35, 39, 43, 47, 51, \dots$ with common difference $d_1 = 4$.
The second series is $1, 6, 11, 16, 21, 26, 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, \dots$ with common difference $d_2 = 5$.
The first common term is $11$.
The common difference of the new series formed by common terms is $LCM(d_1, d_2) = LCM(4, 5) = 20$.
Thus,the common terms form an Arithmetic Progression with first term $a = 11$ and common difference $d = 20$.
The sum of the first $n$ terms is given by $S_n = \frac{n}{2}[2a + (n - 1)d]$.
For $n = 20$,$S_{20} = \frac{20}{2}[2(11) + (20 - 1)20]$.
$S_{20} = 10[22 + 19 \times 20] = 10[22 + 380] = 10[402] = 4020$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $\mathop {\lim }\limits_{x \to 2} \frac{{\tan \left( {x - 2} \right)\{ {x^2} + (k - 2)x - 2k\} }}{{{x^2} - 4x + 4}} = 5$,then $k$ is equal to
A
$0$
B
$1$
C
$2$
D
$3$

Solution

(D) Given $\mathop {\lim }\limits_{x \to 2} \frac{{\tan \left( {x - 2} \right)\{ {x^2} + (k - 2)x - 2k\} }}{{{x^2} - 4x + 4}} = 5$
Factor the numerator and denominator:
$\mathop {\lim }\limits_{x \to 2} \frac{{\tan \left( {x - 2} \right)\{ x(x - 2) + k(x - 2) \} }}{{{(x - 2)^2}}} = 5$
$\mathop {\lim }\limits_{x \to 2} \frac{{\tan \left( {x - 2} \right)(x + k)(x - 2)}}{{{(x - 2)^2}}} = 5$
$\mathop {\lim }\limits_{x \to 2} \frac{{\tan \left( {x - 2} \right)}}{{x - 2}} \times (x + k) = 5$
Since $\mathop {\lim }\limits_{h \to 0} \frac{{\tan h}}{h} = 1$,we have:
$1 \times (2 + k) = 5$
$2 + k = 5$
$k = 3$
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
$A$ staircase of length $l$ rests against a vertical wall and a floor of a room. Let $P$ be a point on the staircase,nearer to its end on the wall,that divides its length in the ratio $1 : 2$. If the staircase begins to slide on the floor,then the locus of $P$ is
A
an ellipse of eccentricity $\frac{1}{2}$
B
an ellipse of eccentricity $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$
C
a circle of radius $\frac{1}{2}$
D
a circle of radius $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}l$

Solution

(B) Let point $A(a, 0)$ be on the $x$-axis and $B(0, b)$ be on the $y$-axis.
Let $P(h, k)$ divide $AB$ in the ratio $1 : 2$.
By the section formula,we have:
$h = \frac{2(0) + 1(a)}{1 + 2} = \frac{a}{3} \Rightarrow a = 3h$
$k = \frac{2(b) + 1(0)}{1 + 2} = \frac{2b}{3} \Rightarrow b = \frac{3k}{2}$
Since the length of the staircase is $l$,we have $a^2 + b^2 = l^2$.
Substituting the values of $a$ and $b$:
$(3h)^2 + (\frac{3k}{2})^2 = l^2$
$9h^2 + \frac{9k^2}{4} = l^2$
$\frac{h^2}{(l/3)^2} + \frac{k^2}{(2l/3)^2} = 1$
This is the equation of an ellipse with semi-major axis $b' = \frac{2l}{3}$ and semi-minor axis $a' = \frac{l}{3}$.
The eccentricity $e$ is given by $e = \sqrt{1 - \frac{(a')^2}{(b')^2}} = \sqrt{1 - \frac{(l/3)^2}{(2l/3)^2}} = \sqrt{1 - \frac{1}{4}} = \sqrt{\frac{3}{4}} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The base of an equilateral triangle is along the line given by $3x + 4y = 9$. If a vertex of the triangle is $(1, 2)$,then the length of a side of the triangle is
A
$\frac{2\sqrt{3}}{15}$
B
$\frac{4\sqrt{3}}{15}$
C
$\frac{4\sqrt{3}}{5}$
D
$\frac{2\sqrt{3}}{5}$

Solution

(B) The perpendicular distance $d$ of a point $(x_1, y_1)$ from the line $ax + by + c = 0$ is given by $d = \frac{|ax_1 + by_1 + c|}{\sqrt{a^2 + b^2}}$.
For the point $P(1, 2)$ and the line $3x + 4y - 9 = 0$,the altitude $h$ of the equilateral triangle is:
$h = \frac{|3(1) + 4(2) - 9|}{\sqrt{3^2 + 4^2}} = \frac{|3 + 8 - 9|}{\sqrt{9 + 16}} = \frac{2}{5}$.
In an equilateral triangle with side length $a$,the altitude $h$ is given by $h = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}a$.
Equating the two expressions for $h$:
$\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}a = \frac{2}{5}$
Solving for $a$:
$a = \frac{2}{5} \times \frac{2}{\sqrt{3}} = \frac{4}{5\sqrt{3}}$.
Rationalizing the denominator:
$a = \frac{4}{5\sqrt{3}} \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{\sqrt{3}} = \frac{4\sqrt{3}}{15}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The set of all real values of $\lambda$ for which exactly two common tangents can be drawn to the circles $x^2 + y^2 - 4x - 4y + 6 = 0$ and $x^2 + y^2 - 10x - 10y + \lambda = 0$ is the interval:
A
$(12, 32)$
B
$(18, 42)$
C
$(12, 24)$
D
$(18, 48)$

Solution

(B) The equations of the circles are:
$C_1: x^2 + y^2 - 10x - 10y + \lambda = 0$ with center $O_1 = (5, 5)$ and radius $r_1 = \sqrt{5^2 + 5^2 - \lambda} = \sqrt{50 - \lambda}$.
$C_2: x^2 + y^2 - 4x - 4y + 6 = 0$ with center $O_2 = (2, 2)$ and radius $r_2 = \sqrt{2^2 + 2^2 - 6} = \sqrt{2}$.
The distance between the centers is $d = O_1O_2 = \sqrt{(5-2)^2 + (5-2)^2} = \sqrt{3^2 + 3^2} = \sqrt{18} = 3\sqrt{2}$.
For exactly two common tangents,the circles must intersect at two distinct points,which implies $|r_1 - r_2| < d < r_1 + r_2$.
Substituting the values: $|\sqrt{50 - \lambda} - \sqrt{2}| < 3\sqrt{2} < \sqrt{50 - \lambda} + \sqrt{2}$.
This inequality splits into two parts:
$1) \sqrt{50 - \lambda} - \sqrt{2} < 3\sqrt{2}$ $\Rightarrow \sqrt{50 - \lambda} < 4\sqrt{2}$ $\Rightarrow 50 - \lambda < 32$ $\Rightarrow \lambda > 18$.
$2) \sqrt{50 - \lambda} + \sqrt{2} > 3\sqrt{2}$ $\Rightarrow \sqrt{50 - \lambda} > 2\sqrt{2}$ $\Rightarrow 50 - \lambda > 8$ $\Rightarrow \lambda < 42$.
Combining these,the interval for $\lambda$ is $(18, 42)$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $L_1$ be the length of the common chord of the curves $x^2 + y^2 = 9$ and $y^2 = 8x$,and $L_2$ be the length of the latus rectum of $y^2 = 8x$,then
A
$L_1 > L_2$
B
$L_1 = L_2$
C
$L_1 < L_2$
D
$\frac{L_1}{L_2} = \sqrt{2}$

Solution

(C) The equations of the curves are $x^2 + y^2 = 9$ and $y^2 = 8x$.
Substituting $y^2 = 8x$ into the circle equation: $x^2 + 8x = 9$.
$x^2 + 8x - 9 = 0$.
$(x + 9)(x - 1) = 0$.
Since $x$ must be non-negative for the parabola $y^2 = 8x$,we have $x = 1$.
For $x = 1$,$y^2 = 8(1) = 8$,so $y = \pm 2\sqrt{2}$.
The points of intersection are $A(1, 2\sqrt{2})$ and $B(1, -2\sqrt{2})$.
The length of the common chord $L_1 = |2\sqrt{2} - (-2\sqrt{2})| = 4\sqrt{2} \approx 5.66$.
The parabola $y^2 = 8x$ is of the form $y^2 = 4ax$,where $4a = 8$,so $a = 2$.
The length of the latus rectum $L_2 = 4a = 8$.
Comparing the values,$4\sqrt{2} < 8$,therefore $L_1 < L_2$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $P (3 \sec \theta, 2 \tan \theta)$ and $Q (3 \sec \phi, 2 \tan \phi)$ where $\theta + \phi = \frac{\pi}{2}$,be two distinct points on the hyperbola $\frac{x^2}{9} - \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$. Then the ordinate of the point of intersection of the normals at $P$ and $Q$ is
A
$\frac{11}{3}$
B
$-\frac{11}{3}$
C
$\frac{13}{2}$
D
$-\frac{13}{2}$

Solution

(D) The equation of the normal to the hyperbola $\frac{x^2}{a^2} - \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$ at point $(a \sec \theta, b \tan \theta)$ is given by $ax \cos \theta + by \cot \theta = a^2 + b^2$.
For the hyperbola $\frac{x^2}{9} - \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$,we have $a=3$ and $b=2$. Thus,the normal at $P(3 \sec \theta, 2 \tan \theta)$ is $3x \cos \theta + 2y \cot \theta = 13 \dots (1)$.
The normal at $Q(3 \sec \phi, 2 \tan \phi)$ is $3x \cos \phi + 2y \cot \phi = 13 \dots (2)$.
Given $\phi = \frac{\pi}{2} - \theta$,we have $\cos \phi = \sin \theta$ and $\cot \phi = \tan \theta$.
Substituting these into $(2)$,we get $3x \sin \theta + 2y \tan \theta = 13 \dots (3)$.
Let the intersection point be $(h, k)$. From $(1)$ and $(3)$:
$3h \cos \theta + 2k \cot \theta = 13$ and $3h \sin \theta + 2k \tan \theta = 13$.
Equating the two expressions for $13$:
$3h \cos \theta + 2k \cot \theta = 3h \sin \theta + 2k \tan \theta$
$3h(\cos \theta - \sin \theta) = 2k(\tan \theta - \cot \theta) = 2k \left( \frac{\sin^2 \theta - \cos^2 \theta}{\sin \theta \cos \theta} \right) = -2k \left( \frac{\cos \theta - \sin \theta}{\sin \theta \cos \theta} \right)(\cos \theta + \sin \theta)$.
Assuming $\cos \theta \neq \sin \theta$,we get $3h = -2k \frac{(\cos \theta + \sin \theta)}{\sin \theta \cos \theta} = -2k(\sec \theta + \csc \theta)$.
Substituting $3h$ back into $(1)$: $(-2k(\sec \theta + \csc \theta)) \cos \theta + 2k \cot \theta = 13$ $\Rightarrow -2k(1 + \cot \theta) + 2k \cot \theta = 13$ $\Rightarrow -2k = 13$ $\Rightarrow k = -\frac{13}{2}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $A (2, 3, 5)$,$B (-1, 3, 2)$ and $C (\lambda, 5, \mu)$ be the vertices of a $\Delta ABC$. If the median through $A$ is equally inclined to the coordinate axes,then
A
$5\lambda - 8\mu = 0$
B
$8\lambda - 5\mu = 0$
C
$10\lambda - 7\mu = 0$
D
$7\lambda - 10\mu = 0$

Solution

(C) Let $D$ be the mid-point of $BC$. The coordinates of $D$ are given by:
$D = \left( \frac{\lambda - 1}{2}, \frac{5 + 3}{2}, \frac{\mu + 2}{2} \right) = \left( \frac{\lambda - 1}{2}, 4, \frac{\mu + 2}{2} \right)$
The direction ratios of the median $AD$ are:
$AD = \left( \frac{\lambda - 1}{2} - 2, 4 - 3, \frac{\mu + 2}{2} - 5 \right) = \left( \frac{\lambda - 5}{2}, 1, \frac{\mu - 8}{2} \right)$
Since the median $AD$ is equally inclined to the coordinate axes,its direction ratios must be equal in magnitude:
$\left| \frac{\lambda - 5}{2} \right| = |1| = \left| \frac{\mu - 8}{2} \right|$
This implies:
$\frac{\lambda - 5}{2} = \pm 1 \Rightarrow \lambda - 5 = \pm 2 \Rightarrow \lambda = 7 \text{ or } 3$
$\frac{\mu - 8}{2} = \pm 1 \Rightarrow \mu - 8 = \pm 2 \Rightarrow \mu = 10 \text{ or } 6$
For the median to be equally inclined,the direction ratios must be equal,i.e.,$\frac{\lambda - 5}{2} = 1 = \frac{\mu - 8}{2}$.
Thus,$\lambda = 7$ and $\mu = 10$.
Checking the options,for $\lambda = 7$ and $\mu = 10$:
$10\lambda - 7\mu = 10(7) - 7(10) = 70 - 70 = 0$.
Therefore,the correct relation is $10\lambda - 7\mu = 0$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
$A$ set $S$ contains $7$ elements. $A$ non-empty subset $A$ of $S$ and an element $x$ of $S$ are chosen at random. Then the probability that $x \in A$ is
A
$\frac{1}{2}$
B
$\frac{64}{127}$
C
$\frac{63}{128}$
D
$\frac{31}{128}$

Solution

(B) Let $S = \{x_1, x_2, x_3, x_4, x_5, x_6, x_7\}$.
The total number of non-empty subsets of $S$ is $2^7 - 1 = 127$.
Let the chosen element be $x_i$. We want to find the number of non-empty subsets $A$ such that $x_i \in A$.
For any subset $A$,each of the $7$ elements can either be included or excluded,giving $2^7$ total subsets.
If we fix $x_i$ to be in the subset,the remaining $6$ elements can either be included or excluded,giving $2^6 = 64$ such subsets.
Since $64$ is non-zero,all these $64$ subsets are non-empty.
Thus,the probability that $x \in A$ is $\frac{64}{127}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $2 \cos \theta + \sin \theta = 1$ $\left( \theta \neq \frac{\pi}{2} \right)$,then $7 \cos \theta + 6 \sin \theta$ is equal to
A
$1/2$
B
$46/5$
C
$11/2$
D
$2$

Solution

(D) Given $2 \cos \theta + \sin \theta = 1$.
Squaring both sides,we get $(2 \cos \theta + \sin \theta)^2 = 1^2$.
$4 \cos^2 \theta + \sin^2 \theta + 4 \sin \theta \cos \theta = 1$.
Since $\sin^2 \theta = 1 - \cos^2 \theta$,we have $4 \cos^2 \theta + (1 - \cos^2 \theta) + 4 \sin \theta \cos \theta = 1$.
$3 \cos^2 \theta + 4 \sin \theta \cos \theta = 0$.
$\cos \theta (3 \cos \theta + 4 \sin \theta) = 0$.
Since $\theta \neq \frac{\pi}{2}$,$\cos \theta \neq 0$,so $3 \cos \theta + 4 \sin \theta = 0$,which implies $\tan \theta = -\frac{3}{4}$.
Using $\tan \theta = -\frac{3}{4}$,we can form a right triangle with opposite side $3$ and adjacent side $4$.
Since $\tan \theta$ is negative,$\theta$ is in the second or fourth quadrant.
Given $2 \cos \theta + \sin \theta = 1$,if $\cos \theta = \frac{4}{5}$ and $\sin \theta = -\frac{3}{5}$,then $2(\frac{4}{5}) + (-\frac{3}{5}) = \frac{8-3}{5} = 1$ (Satisfied).
If $\cos \theta = -\frac{4}{5}$ and $\sin \theta = \frac{3}{5}$,then $2(-\frac{4}{5}) + \frac{3}{5} = -1 \neq 1$.
Thus,$\cos \theta = \frac{4}{5}$ and $\sin \theta = -\frac{3}{5}$.
Therefore,$7 \cos \theta + 6 \sin \theta = 7(\frac{4}{5}) + 6(-\frac{3}{5}) = \frac{28}{5} - \frac{18}{5} = \frac{10}{5} = 2$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The angle of elevation of the top of a vertical tower from a point $P$ on the horizontal ground was observed to be $\alpha$. After moving a distance $2 \ m$ from $P$ towards the foot of the tower,the angle of elevation changes to $\beta$. Then the height (in metres) of the tower is
A
$\frac{2 \sin \alpha \sin \beta}{\sin(\beta - \alpha)}$
B
$\frac{\sin \alpha \sin \beta}{\cos(\beta - \alpha)}$
C
$\frac{2 \sin(\beta - \alpha)}{\sin \alpha \sin \beta}$
D
$\frac{\cos(\beta - \alpha)}{\sin \alpha \sin \beta}$

Solution

(A) Let the height of the tower $AB = h$ and the distance $BC = x$.
In $\Delta ABC$,$\tan \beta = \frac{AB}{BC} = \frac{h}{x} \Rightarrow x = \frac{h}{\tan \beta} = h \cot \beta$.
In $\Delta ABP$,$\tan \alpha = \frac{AB}{PB} = \frac{h}{x + 2}$.
Substituting $x = h \cot \beta$,we get $\tan \alpha = \frac{h}{h \cot \beta + 2}$.
$\Rightarrow h \cot \beta + 2 = \frac{h}{\tan \alpha} = h \cot \alpha$.
$\Rightarrow 2 = h(\cot \alpha - \cot \beta) = h \left( \frac{\cos \alpha}{\sin \alpha} - \frac{\cos \beta}{\sin \beta} \right)$.
$\Rightarrow 2 = h \left( \frac{\cos \alpha \sin \beta - \cos \beta \sin \alpha}{\sin \alpha \sin \beta} \right)$.
$\Rightarrow 2 = h \left( \frac{\sin(\beta - \alpha)}{\sin \alpha \sin \beta} \right)$.
$\Rightarrow h = \frac{2 \sin \alpha \sin \beta}{\sin(\beta - \alpha)}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The image of the line $\frac{x - 1}{3} = \frac{y - 3}{1} = \frac{z - 4}{-5}$ in the plane $2x - y + z + 3 = 0$ is the line:
A
$\frac{x - 3}{3} = \frac{y + 5}{1} = \frac{z - 2}{-5}$
B
$\frac{x - 3}{-3} = \frac{y + 5}{-1} = \frac{z - 4}{5}$
C
$\frac{x + 3}{3} = \frac{y - 5}{1} = \frac{z - 2}{-5}$
D
$\frac{x + 3}{-3} = \frac{y - 5}{-1} = \frac{z + 2}{5}$

Solution

(C) Let the given line be $L_1: \frac{x - 1}{3} = \frac{y - 3}{1} = \frac{z - 4}{-5} = k$. Any point on $L_1$ is $P(3k + 1, k + 3, -5k + 4)$.
To find the intersection point $B$ of $L_1$ and the plane $2x - y + z + 3 = 0$,substitute the coordinates of $P$ into the plane equation:
$2(3k + 1) - (k + 3) + (-5k + 4) + 3 = 0$
$6k + 2 - k - 3 - 5k + 4 + 3 = 0$
$6 = 0$,which is impossible. This implies the line is parallel to the plane.
Let $A(1, 3, 4)$ be a point on the line. The image $A'$ of $A$ in the plane is given by $\frac{x - 1}{2} = \frac{y - 3}{-1} = \frac{z - 4}{1} = -2 \frac{2(1) - 3 + 4 + 3}{2^2 + (-1)^2 + 1^2} = -2 \frac{6}{6} = -2$.
So,$x - 1 = -4 \Rightarrow x = -3$,$y - 3 = 2 \Rightarrow y = 5$,$z - 4 = -2 \Rightarrow z = 2$. Thus,$A'(-3, 5, 2)$.
The image line passes through $A'(-3, 5, 2)$ and is parallel to the original line,so its direction ratios are $(3, 1, -5)$.
The equation of the image line is $\frac{x + 3}{3} = \frac{y - 5}{1} = \frac{z - 2}{-5}$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
$\mathop \smallint \limits_0^\pi \sqrt {1 + 4{{\sin }^2}\frac{x}{2} - 4\sin \frac{x}{2}} \;dx = $
A
$4\sqrt 3 - 4$
B
$4\sqrt 3 - 4 - \frac{\pi }{3}$
C
$\pi - 4$
D
$\frac{2\pi }{3} - 4\sqrt 3 - 4$

Solution

(B) The given integral is $I = \int_0^\pi \sqrt{1 + 4\sin^2\frac{x}{2} - 4\sin\frac{x}{2}} \; dx$.
This can be written as $I = \int_0^\pi \sqrt{(1 - 2\sin\frac{x}{2})^2} \; dx = \int_0^\pi |1 - 2\sin\frac{x}{2}| \; dx$.
We know $1 - 2\sin\frac{x}{2} = 0$ when $\sin\frac{x}{2} = \frac{1}{2}$,which means $\frac{x}{2} = \frac{\pi}{6}$,so $x = \frac{\pi}{3}$.
For $0 \le x < \frac{\pi}{3}$,$1 - 2\sin\frac{x}{2} > 0$. For $\frac{\pi}{3} < x \le \pi$,$1 - 2\sin\frac{x}{2} < 0$.
Thus,$I = \int_0^{\pi/3} (1 - 2\sin\frac{x}{2}) \; dx + \int_{\pi/3}^\pi -(1 - 2\sin\frac{x}{2}) \; dx$.
$I = [x + 4\cos\frac{x}{2}]_0^{\pi/3} - [x + 4\cos\frac{x}{2}]_{\pi/3}^\pi$.
$I = ((\frac{\pi}{3} + 4\cos\frac{\pi}{6}) - (0 + 4\cos 0)) - ((\pi + 4\cos\frac{\pi}{2}) - (\frac{\pi}{3} + 4\cos\frac{\pi}{6}))$.
$I = (\frac{\pi}{3} + 4(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}) - 4) - ((\pi + 0) - (\frac{\pi}{3} + 4(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2})))$.
$I = (\frac{\pi}{3} + 2\sqrt{3} - 4) - (\pi - \frac{\pi}{3} - 2\sqrt{3}) = \frac{\pi}{3} + 2\sqrt{3} - 4 - \frac{2\pi}{3} + 2\sqrt{3} = 4\sqrt{3} - 4 - \frac{\pi}{3}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The area of the region described by $A = \{(x,y) : x^2 + y^2 \le 1 \text{ and } y^2 \le 1-x \}$ is
A
$\frac{\pi}{2} - \frac{2}{3}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{2} + \frac{2}{3}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{2} + \frac{4}{3}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{2} - \frac{4}{3}$

Solution

(C) The region is bounded by the circle $x^2 + y^2 = 1$ and the parabola $y^2 = 1-x$.
To find the intersection points,substitute $y^2 = 1-x$ into $x^2 + y^2 = 1$:
$x^2 + (1-x) = 1 \implies x^2 - x = 0 \implies x(x-1) = 0$.
So,$x = 0$ or $x = 1$.
For $x = 0$,$y^2 = 1 \implies y = \pm 1$. For $x = 1$,$y^2 = 0 \implies y = 0$.
The area consists of two parts: the area of the semicircle to the right of the $y$-axis (for $x \ge 0$) and the area bounded by the parabola to the left of the $y$-axis (for $x \le 0$).
Area $A = \int_{-1}^{0} 2\sqrt{1-x} \, dx + \int_{0}^{1} 2\sqrt{1-x^2} \, dx$.
For the first integral,let $u = 1-x$,$du = -dx$:
$\int_{-1}^{0} 2\sqrt{1-x} \, dx = \int_{2}^{1} -2\sqrt{u} \, du = \int_{1}^{2} 2u^{1/2} \, du = 2 \left[ \frac{2}{3} u^{3/2} \right]_{1}^{2} = \frac{4}{3}(2\sqrt{2} - 1)$.
Wait,looking at the region $y^2 \le 1-x$ and $x^2+y^2 \le 1$,the area is the sum of the area of the circular sector and the parabolic segment.
The correct calculation for the shaded region is $\frac{\pi}{2} + \frac{4}{3}$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $\alpha , \beta \neq 0$ and $f(n) = \alpha^n + \beta^n$ and $\begin{vmatrix} 3 & 1 + f(1) & 1 + f(2) \\ 1 + f(1) & 1 + f(2) & 1 + f(3) \\ 1 + f(2) & 1 + f(3) & 1 + f(4) \end{vmatrix} = K(1 - \alpha)^2 (1 - \beta)^2 (\alpha - \beta)^2$,then $K = \dots$
A
$1$
B
$-1$
C
$\alpha \beta$
D
$\frac{1}{\alpha \beta}$

Solution

(A) Given $f(n) = \alpha^n + \beta^n$. The determinant is $\Delta = \begin{vmatrix} 1+1+1 & 1+\alpha+\beta & 1+\alpha^2+\beta^2 \\ 1+\alpha+\beta & 1+\alpha^2+\beta^2 & 1+\alpha^3+\beta^3 \\ 1+\alpha^2+\beta^2 & 1+\alpha^3+\beta^3 & 1+\alpha^4+\beta^4 \end{vmatrix}$.
This can be written as the product of two determinants: $\Delta = \begin{vmatrix} 1 & 1 & 1 \\ 1 & \alpha & \beta \\ 1 & \alpha^2 & \beta^2 \end{vmatrix} \times \begin{vmatrix} 1 & 1 & 1 \\ 1 & \alpha & \beta \\ 1 & \alpha^2 & \beta^2 \end{vmatrix}$.
Each determinant is a Vandermonde determinant,which equals $(1-\alpha)(1-\beta)(\alpha-\beta)$.
Therefore,$\Delta = [(1-\alpha)(1-\beta)(\alpha-\beta)]^2 = (1-\alpha)^2 (1-\beta)^2 (\alpha-\beta)^2$.
Comparing this with $K(1-\alpha)^2 (1-\beta)^2 (\alpha-\beta)^2$,we get $K = 1$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $A$ is a $3 \times 3$ non-singular matrix such that $AA' = A'A$ and $B = A^{-1}A'$,then $BB'$ equals:
A
$B^{-1}$
B
$(B^{-1})'$
C
$I + B$
D
$I$

Solution

(D) Given that $A$ is a $3 \times 3$ non-singular matrix such that $AA' = A'A$ and $B = A^{-1}A'$.
We need to find $BB'$.
$B' = (A^{-1}A')' = (A')'(A^{-1})' = A(A')^{-1} = A(A^{-1})'$.
Now,$BB' = (A^{-1}A')(A(A^{-1})') = A^{-1}(A'A)(A^{-1})'$.
Since $A'A = AA'$,we have $BB' = A^{-1}(AA')(A^{-1})'$.
Using associative property,$BB' = (A^{-1}A)(A')(A^{-1})' = I(A')(A^{-1})' = A'(A^{-1})'$.
Since $A'(A^{-1})' = (A^{-1}A)' = I' = I$,we get $BB' = I$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $g$ is the inverse of a function $f$ and $f'(x) = \frac{1}{1 + x^5}$,then $g'(x)$ is equal to:
A
$1 + (g(x))^5$
B
$\frac{1}{1 + (g(x))^5}$
C
$1 + x^5$
D
$5x^4$

Solution

(A) Given that $g$ is the inverse of $f$,we have $f(g(x)) = x$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the chain rule,we get $f'(g(x)) \cdot g'(x) = 1$.
Therefore,$g'(x) = \frac{1}{f'(g(x))}$.
Given $f'(x) = \frac{1}{1 + x^5}$,substituting $g(x)$ for $x$ gives $f'(g(x)) = \frac{1}{1 + (g(x))^5}$.
Thus,$g'(x) = \frac{1}{\frac{1}{1 + (g(x))^5}} = 1 + (g(x))^5$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $f$ and $g$ are differentiable functions in $[0, 1]$ satisfying $f(0) = 2$,$g(1) = 2$,$g(0) = 0$,and $f(1) = 6$,then for some $c \in (0, 1)$:
A
$f'(c) = g'(c)$
B
$f'(c) = 2g'(c)$
C
$2f'(c) = g'(c)$
D
$2f'(c) = 3g'(c)$

Solution

(B) Let $h(x) = f(x) - 2g(x)$.
Since $f$ and $g$ are differentiable on $[0, 1]$,$h(x)$ is also differentiable on $[0, 1]$.
Calculate the values of $h(x)$ at the endpoints:
$h(0) = f(0) - 2g(0) = 2 - 2(0) = 2$.
$h(1) = f(1) - 2g(1) = 6 - 2(2) = 6 - 4 = 2$.
Since $h(0) = h(1) = 2$,by Rolle's Theorem,there exists at least one $c \in (0, 1)$ such that $h'(c) = 0$.
$h'(x) = f'(x) - 2g'(x)$.
Setting $h'(c) = 0$ gives $f'(c) - 2g'(c) = 0$,which implies $f'(c) = 2g'(c)$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $x = -1$ and $x = 2$ are extreme points of $f(x) = \alpha \log |x| + \beta x^2 + x$,then find the values of $(\alpha, \beta)$.
A
$(2, -\frac{1}{2})$
B
$(2, \frac{1}{2})$
C
$(-6, \frac{1}{2})$
D
$(-6, -\frac{1}{2})$

Solution

(A) Given $f(x) = \alpha \log |x| + \beta x^2 + x$.
First,find the derivative $f'(x) = \frac{\alpha}{x} + 2\beta x + 1$.
Since $x = -1$ and $x = 2$ are extreme points,$f'(x) = 0$ at these points.
For $x = -1$: $\frac{\alpha}{-1} + 2\beta(-1) + 1 = 0 \Rightarrow -\alpha - 2\beta + 1 = 0 \Rightarrow \alpha + 2\beta = 1$ (Equation $1$).
For $x = 2$: $\frac{\alpha}{2} + 2\beta(2) + 1 = 0 \Rightarrow \frac{\alpha}{2} + 4\beta + 1 = 0 \Rightarrow \alpha + 8\beta = -2$ (Equation $2$).
Subtracting Equation $1$ from Equation $2$: $(\alpha + 8\beta) - (\alpha + 2\beta) = -2 - 1 \Rightarrow 6\beta = -3 \Rightarrow \beta = -\frac{1}{2}$.
Substitute $\beta = -\frac{1}{2}$ into Equation $1$: $\alpha + 2(-\frac{1}{2}) = 1 \Rightarrow \alpha - 1 = 1 \Rightarrow \alpha = 2$.
Thus,$(\alpha, \beta) = (2, -\frac{1}{2})$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let the population of rabbits surviving at time $t$ be governed by the differential equation $\frac{dp(t)}{dt} = \frac{1}{2}p(t) - 200$. If $p(0) = 100$,then $p(t)$ equals:
A
$600 - 500e^{t/2}$
B
$400 + 300e^{t/2}$
C
$400 - 300e^{t/2}$
D
$300 - 200e^{t/2}$

Solution

(C) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dp(t)}{dt} = \frac{1}{2}p(t) - 200 = \frac{p(t) - 400}{2}$.
Separating the variables,we get: $\int \frac{dp(t)}{p(t) - 400} = \int \frac{1}{2} dt$.
Integrating both sides: $\ln |p(t) - 400| = \frac{t}{2} + C$.
This implies $|p(t) - 400| = e^{C} \cdot e^{t/2}$,or $p(t) - 400 = Ke^{t/2}$ where $K = \pm e^C$.
Using the initial condition $p(0) = 100$: $100 - 400 = Ke^0 \implies K = -300$.
Substituting $K$ back into the equation: $p(t) - 400 = -300e^{t/2}$.
Therefore,$p(t) = 400 - 300e^{t/2}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
$\int \left( {1 + x - \frac{1}{x}} \right){e^{x + \frac{1}{x}}}\,dx = $
A
$\left( {x + 1} \right){e^{x + \frac{1}{x}}} + C$
B
$- x{e^{x + \frac{1}{x}}} + C$
C
$\left( {x - 1} \right){e^{x + \frac{1}{x}}} + C$
D
$x{e^{x + \frac{1}{x}}} + C$

Solution

(D) Let $I = \int \left( {1 + x - \frac{1}{x}} \right){e^{x + \frac{1}{x}}} dx$.
We can rewrite the integrand as:
$I = \int \left( {e^{x + \frac{1}{x}} + x \left( {1 - \frac{1}{{{x^2}}}} \right) {e^{x + \frac{1}{x}}}} \right) dx$.
Let $f(x) = x e^{x + \frac{1}{x}}$.
Then,by the product rule,$f'(x) = 1 \cdot e^{x + \frac{1}{x}} + x \cdot e^{x + \frac{1}{x}} \cdot \left( {1 - \frac{1}{{{x^2}}}} \right)$.
$f'(x) = e^{x + \frac{1}{x}} + x \left( {1 - \frac{1}{{{x^2}}}} \right) e^{x + \frac{1}{x}}$.
This matches the integrand.
Therefore,$\int f'(x) dx = f(x) + C$.
$I = x e^{x + \frac{1}{x}} + C$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $[\vec{a} \times \vec{b}, \vec{b} \times \vec{c}, \vec{c} \times \vec{a}] = \lambda [\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}]^2$,then $\lambda$ is equal to:
A
$0$
B
$1$
C
$2$
D
$3$

Solution

(B) The scalar triple product is defined as $[\vec{x}, \vec{y}, \vec{z}] = (\vec{x} \times \vec{y}) \cdot \vec{z}$.
Given expression: $[\vec{a} \times \vec{b}, \vec{b} \times \vec{c}, \vec{c} \times \vec{a}]$.
Let $\vec{u} = \vec{a} \times \vec{b}$,$\vec{v} = \vec{b} \times \vec{c}$,and $\vec{w} = \vec{c} \times \vec{a}$.
Then $[\vec{u}, \vec{v}, \vec{w}] = (\vec{u} \times \vec{v}) \cdot \vec{w}$.
Using the vector identity $(\vec{a} \times \vec{b}) \times (\vec{b} \times \vec{c}) = [\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}] \vec{b}$,we have:
$(\vec{a} \times \vec{b}) \times (\vec{b} \times \vec{c}) = [\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}] \vec{b}$.
Therefore,$[\vec{a} \times \vec{b}, \vec{b} \times \vec{c}, \vec{c} \times \vec{a}] = ((\vec{a} \times \vec{b}) \times (\vec{b} \times \vec{c})) \cdot (\vec{c} \times \vec{a})$.
$= ([\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}] \vec{b}) \cdot (\vec{c} \times \vec{a})$.
$= [\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}] (\vec{b} \cdot (\vec{c} \times \vec{a}))$.
$= [\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}] [\vec{b}, \vec{c}, \vec{a}]$.
Since $[\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}] = [\vec{b}, \vec{c}, \vec{a}]$,we get:
$[\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}] \cdot [\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}] = [\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}]^2$.
Comparing this with $\lambda [\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}]^2$,we find $\lambda = 1$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $P$ be the relation defined on the set of all real numbers such that $P = \{(a,b) : \sec^2 a - \tan^2 b = 1\}$. Then $P$ is
A
reflexive and symmetric but not transitive
B
reflexive and transitive but not symmetric
C
symmetric and transitive but not reflexive
D
an equivalence relation

Solution

(D) The relation is defined as $P = \{(a,b) : \sec^2 a - \tan^2 b = 1\}$.
$1$. Reflexive: For $P$ to be reflexive,$(a,a) \in P$ for all $a \in \mathbb{R}$.
Substituting $b=a$,we get $\sec^2 a - \tan^2 a = 1$,which is a standard trigonometric identity $1 + \tan^2 a - \tan^2 a = 1$. Thus,$1=1$ is true for all $a$. So,$P$ is reflexive.
$2$. Symmetric: For $P$ to be symmetric,if $(a,b) \in P$,then $(b,a) \in P$.
If $(a,b) \in P$,then $\sec^2 a - \tan^2 b = 1$.
We check if $\sec^2 b - \tan^2 a = 1$.
Using $\sec^2 x = 1 + \tan^2 x$,we have $\sec^2 b - \tan^2 a = (1 + \tan^2 b) - (\sec^2 a - 1) = 2 + \tan^2 b - \sec^2 a = 2 - (\sec^2 a - \tan^2 b) = 2 - 1 = 1$.
Thus,$(b,a) \in P$. So,$P$ is symmetric.
$3$. Transitive: For $P$ to be transitive,if $(a,b) \in P$ and $(b,c) \in P$,then $(a,c) \in P$.
Given $\sec^2 a - \tan^2 b = 1$ and $\sec^2 b - \tan^2 c = 1$.
We need to check if $\sec^2 a - \tan^2 c = 1$.
From the first equation,$\sec^2 a = 1 + \tan^2 b$. From the second,$\tan^2 c = \sec^2 b - 1$.
Then $\sec^2 a - \tan^2 c = (1 + \tan^2 b) - (\sec^2 b - 1) = 2 + \tan^2 b - \sec^2 b = 2 - 1 = 1$.
Thus,$(a,c) \in P$. So,$P$ is transitive.
Since $P$ is reflexive,symmetric,and transitive,it is an equivalence relation.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $a, b, c$ are non-zero real numbers and the system of equations $(a - 1)x = y + z,$ $(b - 1)y = z + x,$ $(c - 1)z = x + y$ has a non-trivial solution,then $ab + bc + ca$ equals
A
$a + b + c$
B
$abc$
C
$1$
D
$-1$

Solution

(B) The given system of equations can be written as:
$(a - 1)x - y - z = 0$
$-x + (b - 1)y - z = 0$
$-x - y + (c - 1)z = 0$
For a non-trivial solution,the determinant of the coefficient matrix must be zero:
$\begin{vmatrix} a - 1 & -1 & -1 \\ -1 & b - 1 & -1 \\ -1 & -1 & c - 1 \end{vmatrix} = 0$
Applying row operations $R_2 \to R_2 - R_3$ and $R_3 \to R_3 - R_1$:
$\begin{vmatrix} a - 1 & -1 & -1 \\ 0 & b & -c \\ -a & 0 & c \end{vmatrix} = 0$
Expanding along the first row:
$(a - 1)(bc - 0) + 1(0 - ac) - 1(0 + ab) = 0$
$(a - 1)(bc) - ac - ab = 0$
$abc - bc - ac - ab = 0$
$abc = ab + bc + ca$
Thus,$ab + bc + ca = abc$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $B$ is a $3 \times 3$ matrix such that $B^2 = 0$,then $\det[(I + B)^{50} - 50B]$ is equal to
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$50$

Solution

(A) Given that $B$ is a $3 \times 3$ matrix and $B^2 = 0$.
Using the binomial expansion for $(I + B)^{50}$,we have:
$(I + B)^{50} = {^{50}C_0}I^{50} + {^{50}C_1}I^{49}B + {^{50}C_2}I^{48}B^2 + {^{50}C_3}I^{47}B^3 + \dots + {^{50}C_{50}}B^{50}$.
Since $B^2 = 0$,it follows that $B^n = 0$ for all $n \ge 2$.
Therefore,the expansion simplifies to:
$(I + B)^{50} = I + 50B + 0 + 0 + \dots + 0 = I + 50B$.
Now,substitute this into the expression:
$\det[(I + B)^{50} - 50B] = \det[I + 50B - 50B] = \det[I]$.
Since $I$ is the $3 \times 3$ identity matrix,$\det[I] = 1$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $f(x)$ is continuous and $f\left( \frac{9}{2} \right) = \frac{2}{9}$,then $\lim_{x \to 0} f \left( \frac{1 - \cos 3x}{x^2} \right)$ is equal to:
A
$\frac{9}{2}$
B
$\frac{2}{9}$
C
$0$
D
$\frac{8}{9}$

Solution

(B) Given that $f(x)$ is continuous,$\lim_{x \to 0} f(g(x)) = f(\lim_{x \to 0} g(x))$.
First,evaluate the limit of the inner function: $\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{1 - \cos 3x}{x^2}$.
Using the identity $1 - \cos \theta = 2 \sin^2 \frac{\theta}{2}$,we get $\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{2 \sin^2 \frac{3x}{2}}{x^2}$.
Multiply and divide by $\left( \frac{3}{2} \right)^2 = \frac{9}{4}$: $\lim_{x \to 0} 2 \cdot \frac{9}{4} \cdot \frac{\sin^2 \frac{3x}{2}}{\left( \frac{3x}{2} \right)^2} = \frac{9}{2} \cdot (1)^2 = \frac{9}{2}$.
Since $f(x)$ is continuous,$\lim_{x \to 0} f \left( \frac{1 - \cos 3x}{x^2} \right) = f \left( \lim_{x \to 0} \frac{1 - \cos 3x}{x^2} \right) = f \left( \frac{9}{2} \right)$.
Given $f \left( \frac{9}{2} \right) = \frac{2}{9}$,the final answer is $\frac{2}{9}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $y = e^{nx}$,then $\left( \frac{d^2y}{dx^2} \right) \left( \frac{d^2x}{dy^2} \right)$ is equal to
A
$ne^{nx}$
B
$ne^{-nx}$
C
$1$
D
$-ne^{-nx}$

Solution

(D) Given that,$y = e^{nx}$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = ne^{nx}$.
Again differentiating with respect to $x$:
$\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = n^2 e^{nx} \quad \dots(1)$.
Now,$y = e^{nx} \implies nx = \log_e y \implies x = \frac{1}{n} \log_e y$.
Differentiating $x$ with respect to $y$:
$\frac{dx}{dy} = \frac{1}{n} \cdot \frac{1}{y}$.
Again differentiating with respect to $y$:
$\frac{d^2x}{dy^2} = \frac{1}{n} \left( -\frac{1}{y^2} \right) = -\frac{1}{n(e^{nx})^2} = -\frac{1}{n e^{2nx}} \quad \dots(2)$.
Multiplying equation $(1)$ and $(2)$:
$\left( \frac{d^2y}{dx^2} \right) \left( \frac{d^2x}{dy^2} \right) = (n^2 e^{nx}) \left( -\frac{1}{n e^{2nx}} \right) = -n e^{nx - 2nx} = -n e^{-nx}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If Rolle's theorem holds for the function $f(x) = 2x^3 + ax^2 + bx$ in the interval $[-1, 1]$ for the point $c = \frac{1}{2}$,then the value of $2a + b$ is
A
$1$
B
$-1$
C
$2$
D
$-2$

Solution

(B) Given the function $f(x) = 2x^3 + ax^2 + bx$ on the interval $[-1, 1]$.
According to Rolle's theorem,if $f(x)$ is continuous on $[-1, 1]$,differentiable on $(-1, 1)$,and $f(-1) = f(1)$,then there exists at least one $c \in (-1, 1)$ such that $f'(c) = 0$.
First,we use the condition $f(-1) = f(1)$:
$f(1) = 2(1)^3 + a(1)^2 + b(1) = 2 + a + b$
$f(-1) = 2(-1)^3 + a(-1)^2 + b(-1) = -2 + a - b$
Setting $f(1) = f(-1)$:
$2 + a + b = -2 + a - b$
$2b = -4 \implies b = -2$
Next,we use the condition $f'(c) = 0$ at $c = \frac{1}{2}$:
$f'(x) = 6x^2 + 2ax + b$
$f'\left(\frac{1}{2}\right) = 6\left(\frac{1}{2}\right)^2 + 2a\left(\frac{1}{2}\right) + b = 0$
$6\left(\frac{1}{4}\right) + a + b = 0$
$\frac{3}{2} + a + b = 0$
Substitute $b = -2$ into the equation:
$\frac{3}{2} + a - 2 = 0$
$a - \frac{1}{2} = 0 \implies a = \frac{1}{2}$
Finally,calculate $2a + b$:
$2a + b = 2\left(\frac{1}{2}\right) + (-2) = 1 - 2 = -1$
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $f(x) = (\frac{3}{5})^x + (\frac{4}{5})^x - 1$,$x \in R$,then the equation $f(x) = 0$ has
A
no solution
B
one solution
C
two solutions
D
more than two solutions

Solution

(B) Given $f(x) = (\frac{3}{5})^x + (\frac{4}{5})^x - 1$.
Setting $f(x) = 0$,we get $(\frac{3}{5})^x + (\frac{4}{5})^x = 1$.
Dividing by $5^x$ is equivalent to solving $3^x + 4^x = 5^x$.
Divide both sides by $5^x$: $(\frac{3}{5})^x + (\frac{4}{5})^x = 1$.
Let $g(x) = (\frac{3}{5})^x + (\frac{4}{5})^x$.
Since both $(\frac{3}{5})^x$ and $(\frac{4}{5})^x$ are strictly decreasing functions for $x \in R$,their sum $g(x)$ is also a strictly decreasing function.
$A$ strictly decreasing function can intersect the horizontal line $y = 1$ at most once.
By inspection,for $x = 2$,we have $(\frac{3}{5})^2 + (\frac{4}{5})^2 = \frac{9}{25} + \frac{16}{25} = \frac{25}{25} = 1$.
Thus,$x = 2$ is the unique solution.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
$\int {\frac{{{{\sin }^8}x - {{\cos }^8}x}}{{1 - 2{{\sin }^2}x{{\cos }^2}x}}} dx$ is equal to
A
$\frac{1}{2}\sin 2x + c$
B
$-\frac{1}{2}\sin 2x + c$
C
$-\frac{1}{2}\sin x + c$
D
$-\sin^2 x + c$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int {\frac{{{{\sin }^8}x - {{\cos }^8}x}}{{1 - 2{{\sin }^2}x{{\cos }^2}x}}} dx$
Using the identity $a^2 - b^2 = (a - b)(a + b)$,we have:
$I = \int {\frac{{({{\sin }^4}x - {{\cos }^4}x)({{\sin }^4}x + {{\cos }^4}x)}}{{1 - 2{{\sin }^2}x{{\cos }^2}x}}} dx$
Since ${{\sin }^4}x + {{\cos }^4}x = ({{\sin }^2}x + {{\cos }^2}x)^2 - 2{{\sin }^2}x{{\cos }^2}x = 1 - 2{{\sin }^2}x{{\cos }^2}x$,the expression simplifies to:
$I = \int {({{\sin }^4}x - {{\cos }^4}x)} dx$
Further,${{\sin }^4}x - {{\cos }^4}x = ({{\sin }^2}x - {{\cos }^2}x)({{\sin }^2}x + {{\cos }^2}x) = -\cos 2x \cdot 1 = -\cos 2x$
Thus,$I = \int {-\cos 2x} dx = -\frac{{\sin 2x}}{2} + c$
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The integral $\int\limits_0^{\frac{1}{2}} \frac{\ln(1 + 2x)}{1 + 4x^2} dx$ equals
A
$\frac{\pi}{4} \ln 2$
B
$\frac{\pi}{8} \ln 2$
C
$\frac{\pi}{16} \ln 2$
D
$\frac{\pi}{32} \ln 2$

Solution

(C) Let $I = \int\limits_0^{1/2} \frac{\ln(1 + 2x)}{1 + (2x)^2} dx$.
Substitute $2x = \tan \theta$,then $2 dx = \sec^2 \theta d\theta$,which implies $dx = \frac{1}{2} \sec^2 \theta d\theta$.
When $x = 0$,$\theta = 0$. When $x = 1/2$,$\theta = \pi/4$.
Substituting these into the integral:
$I = \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \frac{\ln(1 + \tan \theta)}{1 + \tan^2 \theta} \cdot \frac{1}{2} \sec^2 \theta d\theta$
Since $1 + \tan^2 \theta = \sec^2 \theta$,the expression simplifies to:
$I = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \ln(1 + \tan \theta) d\theta$ --- $(1)$
Using the property $\int_0^a f(x) dx = \int_0^a f(a-x) dx$:
$I = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \ln(1 + \tan(\pi/4 - \theta)) d\theta$
Using $\tan(A-B) = \frac{\tan A - \tan B}{1 + \tan A \tan B}$:
$I = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \ln\left(1 + \frac{1 - \tan \theta}{1 + \tan \theta}\right) d\theta$
$I = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \ln\left(\frac{1 + \tan \theta + 1 - \tan \theta}{1 + \tan \theta}\right) d\theta = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \ln\left(\frac{2}{1 + \tan \theta}\right) d\theta$
$I = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} (\ln 2 - \ln(1 + \tan \theta)) d\theta$
$I = \frac{1}{2} \ln 2 \cdot [\theta]_0^{\pi/4} - \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \ln(1 + \tan \theta) d\theta$
$I = \frac{1}{2} \ln 2 \cdot \frac{\pi}{4} - I$
$2I = \frac{\pi}{8} \ln 2 \implies I = \frac{\pi}{16} \ln 2$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $A = \{(x, y) : y^2 \le 4x, y - 2x \ge -4\}$. The area of the region $A$ is
A
$8$
B
$9$
C
$10$
D
$11$

Solution

(B) The region $A$ is bounded by the parabola $y^2 = 4x$ and the line $y = 2x - 4$.
To find the points of intersection,substitute $x = \frac{y^2}{4}$ into the line equation $x = \frac{y+4}{2}$:
$\frac{y^2}{4} = \frac{y+4}{2} \implies y^2 = 2y + 8 \implies y^2 - 2y - 8 = 0$.
$(y - 4)(y + 2) = 0$,so $y = 4$ and $y = -2$.
For $y = 4$,$x = 4$. For $y = -2$,$x = 1$.
The area is given by $\int_{-2}^{4} (x_{line} - x_{parabola}) dy = \int_{-2}^{4} (\frac{y+4}{2} - \frac{y^2}{4}) dy$.
$= \left[ \frac{y^2}{4} + 2y - \frac{y^3}{12} \right]_{-2}^{4}$.
$= (\frac{16}{4} + 8 - \frac{64}{12}) - (\frac{4}{4} - 4 - \frac{-8}{12})$.
$= (4 + 8 - \frac{16}{3}) - (1 - 4 + \frac{2}{3}) = (12 - \frac{16}{3}) - (-3 + \frac{2}{3}) = \frac{20}{3} - (-\frac{7}{3}) = \frac{27}{3} = 9$ sq units.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If the differential equation representing the family of all circles touching the $x-$axis at the origin is $(x^2 - y^2)\frac{dy}{dx} = g(x)y$,then $g(x)$ equals
A
$\frac{1}{2}x$
B
$2x^2$
C
$2x$
D
$\frac{1}{2}x^2$

Solution

(C) The equation of the family of all circles touching the $x-$axis at the origin $(0, 0)$ with center $(0, a)$ and radius $|a|$ is given by:
$x^2 + (y - a)^2 = a^2$
$x^2 + y^2 - 2ay + a^2 = a^2$
$x^2 + y^2 - 2ay = 0$ ... $(1)$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$:
$2x + 2y\frac{dy}{dx} - 2a\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$
$x + y\frac{dy}{dx} = a\frac{dy}{dx}$
$a = \frac{x + y\frac{dy}{dx}}{\frac{dy}{dx}}$
Substituting the value of $a$ into equation $(1)$:
$x^2 + y^2 - 2y \left( \frac{x + y\frac{dy}{dx}}{\frac{dy}{dx}} \right) = 0$
$(x^2 + y^2)\frac{dy}{dx} - 2y(x + y\frac{dy}{dx}) = 0$
$(x^2 + y^2)\frac{dy}{dx} - 2xy - 2y^2\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$
$(x^2 - y^2)\frac{dy}{dx} = 2xy$
Comparing this with the given equation $(x^2 - y^2)\frac{dy}{dx} = g(x)y$,we get:
$g(x)y = 2xy$
$g(x) = 2x$
Solution diagram
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Equation of the plane which passes through the point of intersection of lines $\frac{x - 1}{3} = \frac{y - 2}{1} = \frac{z - 3}{2}$ and $\frac{x - 3}{1} = \frac{y - 1}{2} = \frac{z - 2}{3}$ and has the largest distance from the origin is
A
$7x + 2y + 4z = 54$
B
$3x + 4y + 5z = 49$
C
$4x + 3y + 5z = 50$
D
$5x + 4y + 3z = 57$

Solution

(C) The given equations of the lines are:
$\frac{x-1}{3}=\frac{y-2}{1}=\frac{z-3}{2} = \lambda$ .......$(1)$
and $\frac{x-3}{1}=\frac{y-1}{2}=\frac{z-2}{3} = \mu$ ....$(2)$
Any point on line $(1)$ is $P(3\lambda+1, \lambda+2, 2\lambda+3)$ and on line $(2)$ is $Q(\mu+3, 2\mu+1, 3\mu+2)$.
For the point of intersection,we equate the coordinates:
$3\lambda+1 = \mu+3 \implies 3\lambda - \mu = 2$
$\lambda+2 = 2\mu+1 \implies \lambda - 2\mu = -1$
Solving these equations,we get $\lambda=1$ and $\mu=1$.
Substituting $\lambda=1$ in $P$,the point of intersection $R$ is $(4, 3, 5)$.
The plane passing through $R(4, 3, 5)$ and having the largest distance from the origin $O(0, 0, 0)$ is the plane for which the vector $\vec{OR}$ is the normal vector.
The normal vector $\vec{n} = \vec{OR} = 4\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + 5\hat{k}$.
The equation of the plane is $a(x-x_0) + b(y-y_0) + c(z-z_0) = 0$,where $(a, b, c) = (4, 3, 5)$ and $(x_0, y_0, z_0) = (4, 3, 5)$.
$4(x-4) + 3(y-3) + 5(z-5) = 0$
$4x - 16 + 3y - 9 + 5z - 25 = 0$
$4x + 3y + 5z = 50$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
$A$ line in the $3-$dimensional space makes an angle $\theta \left( 0 < \theta \le \frac{\pi}{2} \right)$ with both the $x$ and $y$ axes. Then the set of all values of $\theta$ is the interval
A
$\left( 0, \frac{\pi}{4} \right]$
B
$\left[ \frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{\pi}{3} \right]$
C
$\left[ \frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{\pi}{2} \right]$
D
$\left( \frac{\pi}{3}, \frac{\pi}{2} \right]$

Solution

(C) Let the direction cosines of the line be $l, m, n$. Since the line makes an angle $\theta$ with the $x$ and $y$ axes,we have $l = \cos \theta$ and $m = \cos \theta$.
Let the angle with the $z$-axis be $\phi$. Then $n = \cos \phi$.
The condition for direction cosines is $l^2 + m^2 + n^2 = 1$.
Substituting the values,we get $\cos^2 \theta + \cos^2 \theta + \cos^2 \phi = 1$,which implies $2 \cos^2 \theta + \cos^2 \phi = 1$.
Thus,$\cos^2 \phi = 1 - 2 \cos^2 \theta = - \cos 2 \theta$.
Since $\cos^2 \phi \ge 0$,we must have $-\cos 2 \theta \ge 0$,which implies $\cos 2 \theta \le 0$.
Given $0 < \theta \le \frac{\pi}{2}$,we have $0 < 2 \theta \le \pi$.
For $\cos 2 \theta \le 0$ in the interval $(0, \pi]$,we have $\frac{\pi}{2} \le 2 \theta \le \pi$.
Dividing by $2$,we get $\frac{\pi}{4} \le \theta \le \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Therefore,the set of all values of $\theta$ is $\left[ \frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{\pi}{2} \right]$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $|\vec{a}| = 2$,$|\vec{b}| = 3$ and $|2\vec{a} - \vec{b}| = 5$,then $|2\vec{a} + \vec{b}|$ equals
A
$17$
B
$7$
C
$5$
D
$1$

Solution

(C) Given $|2\vec{a} - \vec{b}| = 5$.
Squaring both sides,we get $|2\vec{a} - \vec{b}|^2 = 25$.
Using the property $|\vec{u} - \vec{v}|^2 = |\vec{u}|^2 + |\vec{v}|^2 - 2(\vec{u} \cdot \vec{v})$,we have:
$4|\vec{a}|^2 + |\vec{b}|^2 - 4(\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b}) = 25$.
Substituting $|\vec{a}| = 2$ and $|\vec{b}| = 3$:
$4(2)^2 + (3)^2 - 4(\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b}) = 25$.
$16 + 9 - 4(\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b}) = 25$.
$25 - 4(\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b}) = 25 \implies 4(\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b}) = 0 \implies \vec{a} \cdot \vec{b} = 0$.
Now,we need to find $|2\vec{a} + \vec{b}|$.
$|2\vec{a} + \vec{b}|^2 = 4|\vec{a}|^2 + |\vec{b}|^2 + 4(\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b})$.
Substituting the values:
$|2\vec{a} + \vec{b}|^2 = 4(4) + 9 + 4(0) = 16 + 9 = 25$.
Therefore,$|2\vec{a} + \vec{b}| = \sqrt{25} = 5$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $A$ be a $3 \times 3$ matrix such that $A \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & 3 \\ 0 & 2 & 3 \\ 0 & 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 0 & 1 \\ 1 & 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$. Then $A^{-1}$ is
A
$\begin{bmatrix} 3 & 1 & 2 \\ 3 & 0 & 2 \\ 1 & 0 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$
B
$\begin{bmatrix} 3 & 2 & 1 \\ 3 & 2 & 0 \\ 1 & 1 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$
C
$\begin{bmatrix} 0 & 1 & 3 \\ 0 & 2 & 3 \\ 1 & 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$
D
$\begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & 3 \\ 0 & 1 & 1 \\ 0 & 2 & 3 \end{bmatrix}$

Solution

(A) Given $A \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & 3 \\ 0 & 2 & 3 \\ 0 & 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 0 & 1 \\ 1 & 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$.
Let $B = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & 3 \\ 0 & 2 & 3 \\ 0 & 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$ and $C = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 0 & 1 \\ 1 & 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$. So,$AB = C$.
We know that $A^{-1} = B C^{-1}$.
First,find $C^{-1}$. Since $C$ is a permutation matrix,$C^{-1} = C^T = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 & 1 \\ 1 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$.
Now,$A^{-1} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & 3 \\ 0 & 2 & 3 \\ 0 & 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 & 1 \\ 1 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$.
Performing matrix multiplication:
$A^{-1} = \begin{bmatrix} (1)(0)+(2)(0)+(3)(1) & (1)(1)+(2)(0)+(3)(0) & (1)(0)+(2)(1)+(3)(0) \\ (0)(0)+(2)(0)+(3)(1) & (0)(1)+(2)(0)+(3)(0) & (0)(0)+(2)(1)+(3)(0) \\ (0)(0)+(1)(0)+(1)(1) & (0)(1)+(1)(0)+(1)(0) & (0)(0)+(1)(1)+(1)(0) \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 3 & 1 & 2 \\ 3 & 0 & 2 \\ 1 & 0 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let for $i = 1, 2, 3$,$p_i(x)$ be a polynomial of degree $2$ in $x$,$p'_i(x)$ and $p''_i(x)$ be the first and second order derivatives of $p_i(x)$ respectively. Let $A(x) = \begin{bmatrix} p_1(x) & p'_1(x) & p''_1(x) \\ p_2(x) & p'_2(x) & p''_2(x) \\ p_3(x) & p'_3(x) & p''_3(x) \end{bmatrix}$ and $B(x) = [A(x)]^T A(x)$. Then the determinant of $B(x)$
A
is a polynomial of degree $6$ in $x$
B
is a polynomial of degree $3$ in $x$
C
is a polynomial of degree $2$ in $x$
D
does not depend on $x$

Solution

(D) Let $p_i(x) = a_i x^2 + b_i x + c_i$ for $i = 1, 2, 3$. Then $p'_i(x) = 2a_i x + b_i$ and $p''_i(x) = 2a_i$.
The matrix $A(x)$ is given by:
$A(x) = \begin{bmatrix} a_1 x^2 + b_1 x + c_1 & 2a_1 x + b_1 & 2a_1 \\ a_2 x^2 + b_2 x + c_2 & 2a_2 x + b_2 & 2a_2 \\ a_3 x^2 + b_3 x + c_3 & 2a_3 x + b_3 & 2a_3 \end{bmatrix}$.
We know that $\det(B(x)) = \det([A(x)]^T A(x)) = \det([A(x)]^T) \det(A(x)) = (\det(A(x)))^2$.
Observe the columns of $A(x)$. Let $C_1, C_2, C_3$ be the columns of $A(x)$.
$C_1 = \begin{bmatrix} a_1 x^2 + b_1 x + c_1 \\ a_2 x^2 + b_2 x + c_2 \\ a_3 x^2 + b_3 x + c_3 \end{bmatrix} = x^2 \begin{bmatrix} a_1 \\ a_2 \\ a_3 \end{bmatrix} + x \begin{bmatrix} b_1 \\ b_2 \\ b_3 \end{bmatrix} + \begin{bmatrix} c_1 \\ c_2 \\ c_3 \end{bmatrix}$.
$C_2 = \begin{bmatrix} 2a_1 x + b_1 \\ 2a_2 x + b_2 \\ 2a_3 x + b_3 \end{bmatrix} = 2x \begin{bmatrix} a_1 \\ a_2 \\ a_3 \end{bmatrix} + \begin{bmatrix} b_1 \\ b_2 \\ b_3 \end{bmatrix}$.
$C_3 = \begin{bmatrix} 2a_1 \\ 2a_2 \\ 2a_3 \end{bmatrix} = 2 \begin{bmatrix} a_1 \\ a_2 \\ a_3 \end{bmatrix}$.
Since $C_3$ is a constant vector,and $C_2$ is a linear combination of $C_3$ and a constant vector,and $C_1$ is a linear combination of $C_3$,$C_2$,and a constant vector,the columns are linearly dependent on $x$ in a way that the determinant $\det(A(x))$ is a constant. Specifically,performing column operations $C_1 \to C_1 - \frac{x}{2} C_2 + \frac{x^2}{4} C_3$ shows that the determinant is independent of $x$.
Thus,$\det(A(x))$ is a constant,and consequently,$\det(B(x)) = (\det(A(x)))^2$ is also a constant. Therefore,it does not depend on $x$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $f(x) = x|x|$,$g(x) = \sin x$ and $h(x) = (g \circ f)(x)$. Then
A
$h(x)$ is not differentiable at $x = 0$.
B
$h(x)$ is differentiable at $x = 0$,but $h'(x)$ is not continuous at $x = 0$.
C
$h'(x)$ is continuous at $x = 0$ but it is not differentiable at $x = 0$.
D
$h'(x)$ is differentiable at $x = 0$.

Solution

(C) Given $f(x) = x|x|$ and $g(x) = \sin x$.
$h(x) = g(f(x)) = \sin(x|x|)$.
Since $x|x| = x^2$ for $x \ge 0$ and $-x^2$ for $x < 0$,we have $h(x) = \begin{cases} \sin(x^2) & x \ge 0 \\ -\sin(x^2) & x < 0 \end{cases}$.
Now,$h'(x) = \begin{cases} 2x \cos(x^2) & x \ge 0 \\ -2x \cos(x^2) & x < 0 \end{cases}$.
At $x = 0$,$LHL = \lim_{x \to 0^-} (-2x \cos(x^2)) = 0$ and $RHL = \lim_{x \to 0^+} (2x \cos(x^2)) = 0$. Since $h'(0) = 0$,$h'(x)$ is continuous at $x = 0$.
Now,check differentiability of $h'(x)$ at $x = 0$ by finding $h''(x)$:
$h''(x) = \begin{cases} 2 \cos(x^2) - 4x^2 \sin(x^2) & x > 0 \\ -2 \cos(x^2) + 4x^2 \sin(x^2) & x < 0 \end{cases}$.
$LHD = \lim_{x \to 0^-} (-2 \cos(x^2) + 4x^2 \sin(x^2)) = -2$.
$RHD = \lim_{x \to 0^+} (2 \cos(x^2) - 4x^2 \sin(x^2)) = 2$.
Since $LHD \neq RHD$,$h'(x)$ is not differentiable at $x = 0$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
For the curve $y = 3 \sin \theta \cos \theta$,$x = e^{\theta} \sin \theta$,$0 \leq \theta \leq \pi$,the tangent is parallel to the $x-$axis when $\theta$ is
A
$\frac{3\pi}{4}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{4}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{6}$

Solution

(C) Given,$y = 3 \sin \theta \cos \theta = \frac{3}{2} \sin 2\theta$.
$\frac{dy}{d\theta} = \frac{3}{2} \cdot 2 \cos 2\theta = 3 \cos 2\theta$.
Given $x = e^{\theta} \sin \theta$.
$\frac{dx}{d\theta} = e^{\theta} \sin \theta + e^{\theta} \cos \theta = e^{\theta} (\sin \theta + \cos \theta)$.
Now,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{dy/d\theta}{dx/d\theta} = \frac{3 \cos 2\theta}{e^{\theta} (\sin \theta + \cos \theta)}$.
The tangent is parallel to the $x-$axis when $\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$,which implies $3 \cos 2\theta = 0$.
$\cos 2\theta = 0 \Rightarrow 2\theta = \frac{\pi}{2}$ (since $0 \leq \theta \leq \pi$,$0 \leq 2\theta \leq 2\pi$).
$2\theta = \frac{\pi}{2}$ or $2\theta = \frac{3\pi}{2}$.
$\theta = \frac{\pi}{4}$ or $\theta = \frac{3\pi}{4}$.
Checking the denominator $e^{\theta} (\sin \theta + \cos \theta)$ at $\theta = \frac{3\pi}{4}$: $\sin \frac{3\pi}{4} + \cos \frac{3\pi}{4} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} - \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = 0$.
Since the denominator becomes zero at $\theta = \frac{3\pi}{4}$,the derivative is undefined.
Thus,the only valid solution is $\theta = \frac{\pi}{4}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Two ships $A$ and $B$ are sailing straight away from a fixed point $O$ along routes such that $\angle AOB$ is always $120^o$. At a certain instance,$OA = 8 \ km$,$OB = 6 \ km$ and the ship $A$ is sailing at the rate of $20 \ km/hr$ while the ship $B$ is sailing at the rate of $30 \ km/hr$. Then the distance between $A$ and $B$ is changing at the rate (in $km/hr$):
A
$\frac{260}{\sqrt{37}}$
B
$\frac{260}{37}$
C
$\frac{80}{\sqrt{37}}$
D
$\frac{80}{37}$

Solution

(A) Let $OA = x \ km$,$OB = y \ km$,and $AB = R \ km$.
Using the Law of Cosines in $\triangle AOB$:
$R^2 = x^2 + y^2 - 2xy \cos(120^o)$
Since $\cos(120^o) = -\frac{1}{2}$,we have:
$R^2 = x^2 + y^2 - 2xy(-\frac{1}{2}) = x^2 + y^2 + xy \quad \dots(1)$
At the given instance,$x = 8 \ km$ and $y = 6 \ km$:
$R^2 = 8^2 + 6^2 + (8 \times 6) = 64 + 36 + 48 = 148$
$R = \sqrt{148} = 2\sqrt{37} \ km$.
Differentiating equation $(1)$ with respect to time $t$:
$2R \frac{dR}{dt} = 2x \frac{dx}{dt} + 2y \frac{dy}{dt} + (x \frac{dy}{dt} + y \frac{dx}{dt})$
Given $\frac{dx}{dt} = 20 \ km/hr$ and $\frac{dy}{dt} = 30 \ km/hr$:
$2(2\sqrt{37}) \frac{dR}{dt} = 2(8)(20) + 2(6)(30) + (8 \times 30 + 6 \times 20)$
$4\sqrt{37} \frac{dR}{dt} = 320 + 360 + (240 + 120)$
$4\sqrt{37} \frac{dR}{dt} = 680 + 360 = 1040$
$\frac{dR}{dt} = \frac{1040}{4\sqrt{37}} = \frac{260}{\sqrt{37}} \ km/hr$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The volume of the largest possible right circular cylinder that can be inscribed in a sphere of radius $R = \sqrt{3}$ is
A
$\frac{4}{3}\sqrt{3}\pi$
B
$\frac{8}{3}\sqrt{3}\pi$
C
$4\pi$
D
$2\pi$

Solution

(C) Let the radius of the sphere be $R = \sqrt{3}$. Let the height of the cylinder be $h$ and its radius be $r$.
In the right-angled triangle formed by the radius of the sphere,the radius of the cylinder,and half the height of the cylinder,we have:
$R^2 = r^2 + (h/2)^2$
$(\sqrt{3})^2 = r^2 + \frac{h^2}{4}$
$3 = r^2 + \frac{h^2}{4} \Rightarrow r^2 = 3 - \frac{h^2}{4}$
The volume of the cylinder is $V = \pi r^2 h = \pi (3 - \frac{h^2}{4})h = 3\pi h - \frac{\pi h^3}{4}$.
To maximize the volume,we find the derivative with respect to $h$ and set it to zero:
$\frac{dV}{dh} = 3\pi - \frac{3\pi h^2}{4} = 0$
$3\pi = \frac{3\pi h^2}{4} \Rightarrow h^2 = 4 \Rightarrow h = 2$.
Substituting $h = 2$ into the volume formula:
$V = \pi (3 - \frac{2^2}{4})(2) = \pi (3 - 1)(2) = 4\pi$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The integral $\int {x\,{{\cos }^{ - 1}}\,\left( {\frac{{1 - {x^2}}}{{1 + {x^2}}}} \right)dx} \,\left( {x > 0} \right)$ is equal to
A
$- x + ( 1 + x^2)\, \tan^{-1} \,x + c$
B
$x - (1 + x^2) \cot^{-1} \,x + c$
C
$- x + ( 1 + x^2 ) \cot^{-1} \,x + c$
D
$x - (1 + x^2) \tan^{-1} \,x + c$

Solution

(A) Let $I = \int x \cos^{-1} \left( \frac{1-x^2}{1+x^2} \right) dx$.
Since $x > 0$,we use the substitution $x = \tan \theta$,which implies $\theta = \tan^{-1} x$.
Then $\cos^{-1} \left( \frac{1-x^2}{1+x^2} \right) = \cos^{-1} (\cos 2\theta) = 2\theta = 2\tan^{-1} x$.
Thus,$I = \int x (2\tan^{-1} x) dx = 2 \int x \tan^{-1} x dx$.
Using integration by parts,let $u = \tan^{-1} x$ and $dv = x dx$. Then $du = \frac{1}{1+x^2} dx$ and $v = \frac{x^2}{2}$.
$I = 2 \left[ \frac{x^2}{2} \tan^{-1} x - \int \frac{x^2}{2(1+x^2)} dx \right] + c$.
$I = x^2 \tan^{-1} x - \int \frac{x^2+1-1}{1+x^2} dx + c$.
$I = x^2 \tan^{-1} x - \int \left( 1 - \frac{1}{1+x^2} \right) dx + c$.
$I = x^2 \tan^{-1} x - x + \tan^{-1} x + c$.
$I = (x^2 + 1) \tan^{-1} x - x + c$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If for $n \geq 1$,$P_n = \int\limits_1^e (\log x)^n \, dx$,then $P_{10} - 90P_8$ is equal to
A
$10$
B
$10e$
C
$-9$
D
$-9e$

Solution

(D) Given $P_n = \int\limits_1^e (\log x)^n \, dx$.
Let $\log x = t$,then $x = e^t$ and $dx = e^t \, dt$.
When $x = 1$,$t = 0$ and when $x = e$,$t = 1$.
Thus,$P_n = \int\limits_0^1 t^n e^t \, dt$.
Using integration by parts,$\int u \, dv = uv - \int v \, du$.
Let $u = t^n$ and $dv = e^t \, dt$,then $du = nt^{n-1} \, dt$ and $v = e^t$.
$P_n = [t^n e^t]_0^1 - n \int\limits_0^1 t^{n-1} e^t \, dt = e - n P_{n-1}$.
So,$P_{10} = e - 10 P_9$.
Also,$P_9 = e - 9 P_8$.
Substituting $P_9$ into the equation for $P_{10}$:
$P_{10} = e - 10(e - 9 P_8) = e - 10e + 90 P_8$.
$P_{10} = -9e + 90 P_8$.
Therefore,$P_{10} - 90 P_8 = -9e$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If the general solution of the differential equation $y' = \frac{y}{x} + \phi \left( \frac{x}{y} \right)$,for some function $\phi$,is given by $y \ln |cx| = x$,where $c$ is an arbitrary constant,then $\phi(2)$ is equal to:
A
$4$
B
$\frac{1}{4}$
C
$-4$
D
$-\frac{1}{4}$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{y}{x} + \phi \left( \frac{x}{y} \right)$.
Let $v = \frac{y}{x}$,then $y = vx$ and $\frac{dy}{dx} = v + x \frac{dv}{dx}$.
Substituting this into the differential equation,we get $v + x \frac{dv}{dx} = v + \phi \left( \frac{1}{v} \right)$,which simplifies to $x \frac{dv}{dx} = \phi \left( \frac{1}{v} \right)$.
Rearranging the terms,we have $\frac{dv}{\phi(1/v)} = \frac{dx}{x}$.
Integrating both sides,$\int \frac{dv}{\phi(1/v)} = \ln |x| + C_1$.
Given the general solution $y \ln |cx| = x$,we can rewrite this as $\ln |cx| = \frac{x}{y} = \frac{1}{v}$.
Thus,$\ln |x| + \ln |c| = \frac{1}{v}$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $v$,we get $\frac{1}{x} \frac{dx}{dv} = -\frac{1}{v^2}$.
From our earlier equation $x \frac{dv}{dx} = \phi(1/v)$,we have $\frac{dx}{dv} = \frac{x}{\phi(1/v)}$.
Substituting this into the derivative result: $\frac{1}{x} \cdot \frac{x}{\phi(1/v)} = -\frac{1}{v^2}$,which implies $\phi(1/v) = -v^2$.
We want to find $\phi(2)$. Let $\frac{1}{v} = 2$,so $v = \frac{1}{2}$.
Then $\phi(2) = -(\frac{1}{2})^2 = -\frac{1}{4}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The plane containing the line $\frac{x - 1}{1} = \frac{y - 2}{2} = \frac{z - 3}{3}$ and parallel to the line $\frac{x}{1} = \frac{y}{1} = \frac{z}{4}$ passes through the point
A
$(1, -2, 5)$
B
$(1, 0, 5)$
C
$(0, 3, -5)$
D
$(-1, -3, 0)$

Solution

(B) The equation of a plane passing through the point $(x_1, y_1, z_1)$ is $a(x - x_1) + b(y - y_1) + c(z - z_1) = 0$.
Since the plane contains the line $\frac{x - 1}{1} = \frac{y - 2}{2} = \frac{z - 3}{3}$,it passes through $(1, 2, 3)$ and its normal vector $\vec{n} = (a, b, c)$ is perpendicular to the line's direction vector $\vec{v_1} = (1, 2, 3)$.
Thus,$a(1) + b(2) + c(3) = 0 \implies a + 2b + 3c = 0$ $(i)$.
Since the plane is parallel to the line $\frac{x}{1} = \frac{y}{1} = \frac{z}{4}$,its normal vector is also perpendicular to the line's direction vector $\vec{v_2} = (1, 1, 4)$.
Thus,$a(1) + b(1) + c(4) = 0 \implies a + b + 4c = 0$ $(ii)$.
Solving $(i)$ and $(ii)$ using cross product: $\frac{a}{8-3} = \frac{b}{3-4} = \frac{c}{1-2} = k$.
So,$a = 5k, b = -k, c = -k$.
Substituting into the plane equation: $5(x - 1) - 1(y - 2) - 1(z - 3) = 0$.
$5x - 5 - y + 2 - z + 3 = 0 \implies 5x - y - z = 0$.
Checking the options,for $(1, 0, 5)$: $5(1) - 0 - 5 = 0$.
Thus,the plane passes through $(1, 0, 5)$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $|\vec{c}|^2 = 60$ and $\vec{c} \times (\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 5\hat{k}) = \vec{0}$,then a value of $\vec{c} \cdot (-7\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 3\hat{k})$ is
A
$4\sqrt{2}$
B
$12$
C
$24$
D
$12\sqrt{2}$

Solution

(D) Let $\vec{c} = a\hat{i} + b\hat{j} + c\hat{k}$.
Given $\vec{c} \times (\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 5\hat{k}) = \vec{0}$,this implies that $\vec{c}$ is parallel to the vector $\vec{v} = \hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 5\hat{k}$.
Thus,$\vec{c} = k(\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 5\hat{k})$ for some scalar $k$.
Given $|\vec{c}|^2 = 60$,we have $k^2(1^2 + 2^2 + 5^2) = 60$.
$k^2(1 + 4 + 25) = 60 \Rightarrow 30k^2 = 60 \Rightarrow k^2 = 2 \Rightarrow k = \pm\sqrt{2}$.
Taking $k = \sqrt{2}$,we get $\vec{c} = \sqrt{2}\hat{i} + 2\sqrt{2}\hat{j} + 5\sqrt{2}\hat{k}$.
Now,calculate the dot product $\vec{c} \cdot (-7\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 3\hat{k})$:
$= (\sqrt{2}\hat{i} + 2\sqrt{2}\hat{j} + 5\sqrt{2}\hat{k}) \cdot (-7\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 3\hat{k})$
$= \sqrt{2}(-7) + 2\sqrt{2}(2) + 5\sqrt{2}(3)$
$= -7\sqrt{2} + 4\sqrt{2} + 15\sqrt{2} = 12\sqrt{2}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $X$ has a binomial distribution,$B(n, p)$ with parameters $n$ and $p$ such that $P(X = 2) = P(X = 3)$,then $E(X)$,the mean of variable $X$,is
A
$2 - p$
B
$3 - p$
C
$\frac{p}{2}$
D
$\frac{p}{3}$

Solution

(B) Given that $X$ follows a binomial distribution $B(n, p)$,the probability mass function is given by $P(X = k) = ^{n}C_{k} p^{k} (1-p)^{n-k}$.
We are given $P(X = 2) = P(X = 3)$.
Substituting the formula,we get: $^{n}C_{2} p^{2} (1-p)^{n-2} = ^{n}C_{3} p^{3} (1-p)^{n-3}$.
Dividing both sides by $p^{2} (1-p)^{n-3}$,we get: $^{n}C_{2} (1-p) = ^{n}C_{3} p$.
Expanding the combinations: $\frac{n!}{2!(n-2)!} (1-p) = \frac{n!}{3!(n-3)!} p$.
Simplifying the factorials: $\frac{1}{2} (1-p) = \frac{1}{3(n-2)} (n-2)! \cdot \frac{1}{(n-3)!} p = \frac{1}{6} \cdot (n-2) \cdot \frac{1}{(n-2)!} \dots$ actually,$\frac{1}{2} (1-p) = \frac{1}{3 \cdot 2 \cdot 1} \cdot \frac{n!}{(n-3)!} \cdot \frac{(n-2)!}{n!} p = \frac{1}{6} (n-2) p$.
Thus,$3(1-p) = (n-2)p$.
$3 - 3p = np - 2p$.
$np = 3 - p$.
Since the mean $E(X) = np$,we have $E(X) = 3 - p$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $\left| \begin{array}{ccc} a^2 & b^2 & c^2 \\ (a + \lambda)^2 & (b + \lambda)^2 & (c + \lambda)^2 \\ (a - \lambda)^2 & (b - \lambda)^2 & (c - \lambda)^2 \end{array} \right| = k\lambda \left| \begin{array}{ccc} a^2 & b^2 & c^2 \\ a & b & c \\ 1 & 1 & 1 \end{array} \right|, \lambda \neq 0$,then $k$ is equal to
A
$4\lambda$
B
$-4\lambda$
C
$4\lambda^2$
D
$-4\lambda^2$

Solution

(C) Let $\Delta = \left| \begin{array}{ccc} a^2 & b^2 & c^2 \\ (a + \lambda)^2 & (b + \lambda)^2 & (c + \lambda)^2 \\ (a - \lambda)^2 & (b - \lambda)^2 & (c - \lambda)^2 \end{array} \right|$.
Apply $R_2 \to R_2 - R_3$:
$\Delta = \left| \begin{array}{ccc} a^2 & b^2 & c^2 \\ (a + \lambda)^2 - (a - \lambda)^2 & (b + \lambda)^2 - (b - \lambda)^2 & (c + \lambda)^2 - (c - \lambda)^2 \\ (a - \lambda)^2 & (b - \lambda)^2 & (c - \lambda)^2 \end{array} \right|$.
Using $(x + y)^2 - (x - y)^2 = 4xy$,we get:
$\Delta = \left| \begin{array}{ccc} a^2 & b^2 & c^2 \\ 4a\lambda & 4b\lambda & 4c\lambda \\ (a - \lambda)^2 & (b - \lambda)^2 & (c - \lambda)^2 \end{array} \right|$.
Taking $4\lambda$ common from $R_2$:
$\Delta = 4\lambda \left| \begin{array}{ccc} a^2 & b^2 & c^2 \\ a & b & c \\ (a - \lambda)^2 & (b - \lambda)^2 & (c - \lambda)^2 \end{array} \right|$.
Apply $R_3 \to R_3 - R_1 + 2R_2$ (where $R_2$ is the row $a, b, c$):
Since $(a - \lambda)^2 = a^2 + \lambda^2 - 2a\lambda$,then $R_3 - R_1 + 2\lambda R_2 = \lambda^2$:
$\Delta = 4\lambda \left| \begin{array}{ccc} a^2 & b^2 & c^2 \\ a & b & c \\ \lambda^2 & \lambda^2 & \lambda^2 \end{array} \right|$.
Taking $\lambda^2$ common from $R_3$:
$\Delta = 4\lambda^3 \left| \begin{array}{ccc} a^2 & b^2 & c^2 \\ a & b & c \\ 1 & 1 & 1 \end{array} \right|$.
Comparing with $k\lambda \left| \begin{array}{ccc} a^2 & b^2 & c^2 \\ a & b & c \\ 1 & 1 & 1 \end{array} \right|$,we get $k\lambda = 4\lambda^3$,so $k = 4\lambda^2$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $A = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & x \\ 3 & -1 & 2 \end{bmatrix}$ and $B = \begin{bmatrix} y \\ x \\ 1 \end{bmatrix}$ are such that $AB = \begin{bmatrix} 6 \\ 8 \end{bmatrix}$,then:
A
$y = 2x$
B
$y = -2x$
C
$y = x$
D
$y = -x$

Solution

(A) Given $A = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & x \\ 3 & -1 & 2 \end{bmatrix}$ and $B = \begin{bmatrix} y \\ x \\ 1 \end{bmatrix}$.
Calculating the product $AB$:
$AB = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & x \\ 3 & -1 & 2 \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} y \\ x \\ 1 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1(y) + 2(x) + x(1) \\ 3(y) - 1(x) + 2(1) \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} y + 3x \\ 3y - x + 2 \end{bmatrix}$.
Equating this to the given matrix $\begin{bmatrix} 6 \\ 8 \end{bmatrix}$:
$y + 3x = 6$ (Equation $1$)
$3y - x + 2 = 8 \Rightarrow 3y - x = 6$ (Equation $2$)
From Equation $1$,$y = 6 - 3x$. Substituting this into Equation $2$:
$3(6 - 3x) - x = 6$
$18 - 9x - x = 6$
$18 - 10x = 6$
$10x = 12 \Rightarrow x = \frac{12}{10} = \frac{6}{5}$.
Substituting $x = \frac{6}{5}$ into $y = 6 - 3x$:
$y = 6 - 3(\frac{6}{5}) = 6 - \frac{18}{5} = \frac{30 - 18}{5} = \frac{12}{5}$.
Comparing $x$ and $y$,we see that $y = 2x$ (since $\frac{12}{5} = 2 \times \frac{6}{5}$).
Thus,the correct option is $A$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $f, g: R \to R$ be two functions defined by $f(x) = \begin{cases} x \sin \left( \frac{1}{x} \right), & x \ne 0 \\ 0, & x = 0 \end{cases}$ and $g(x) = x f(x)$.
Statement $I$: $f$ is a continuous function at $x = 0$.
Statement $II$: $g$ is a differentiable function at $x = 0$.
A
Both statement $I$ and $II$ are false.
B
Both statement $I$ and $II$ are true.
C
Statement $I$ is true,statement $II$ is false.
D
Statement $I$ is false,statement $II$ is true.

Solution

(B) For $f(x)$ at $x=0$:
$LHL = \lim_{h \to 0^-} (-h) \sin(-1/h) = \lim_{h \to 0^-} h \sin(1/h) = 0$.
$RHL = \lim_{h \to 0^+} h \sin(1/h) = 0$.
Since $f(0) = 0$,$LHL = RHL = f(0)$,so $f$ is continuous at $x=0$. Statement $I$ is true.
For $g(x) = x f(x) = \begin{cases} x^2 \sin(1/x), & x \ne 0 \\ 0, & x = 0 \end{cases}$.
To check differentiability at $x=0$,we find $g'(0) = \lim_{h \to 0} \frac{g(h) - g(0)}{h} = \lim_{h \to 0} \frac{h^2 \sin(1/h) - 0}{h} = \lim_{h \to 0} h \sin(1/h) = 0$.
Since the limit exists and is finite,$g$ is differentiable at $x=0$. Statement $II$ is true.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $f(x) = x^2 - x + 5, x > \frac{1}{2},$ and $g(x)$ is its inverse function,then $g'(7)$ equals
A
$-\frac{1}{3}$
B
$\frac{1}{13}$
C
$\frac{1}{3}$
D
$-\frac{1}{13}$

Solution

(C) Given $f(x) = x^2 - x + 5$ for $x > \frac{1}{2}$.
To find $g'(7)$,we use the formula for the derivative of an inverse function: $g'(y) = \frac{1}{f'(x)}$,where $y = f(x)$.
First,find $x$ such that $f(x) = 7$:
$x^2 - x + 5 = 7 \implies x^2 - x - 2 = 0$.
$(x - 2)(x + 1) = 0$.
Since $x > \frac{1}{2}$,we have $x = 2$.
Now,find $f'(x)$:
$f'(x) = \frac{d}{dx}(x^2 - x + 5) = 2x - 1$.
At $x = 2$,$f'(2) = 2(2) - 1 = 3$.
Therefore,$g'(7) = \frac{1}{f'(2)} = \frac{1}{3}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Let $f$ and $g$ be two differentiable functions on $R$ such that $f'(x) > 0$ and $g'(x) < 0$ for all $x \in R$. Then for all $x$,which of the following is true?
A
$f(g(x)) > f(g(x-1))$
B
$f(g(x)) > f(g(x+1))$
C
$g(f(x)) > g(f(x-1))$
D
$g(f(x)) < g(f(x+1))$

Solution

(B) Given that $f'(x) > 0$,$f(x)$ is a strictly increasing function.
Given that $g'(x) < 0$,$g(x)$ is a strictly decreasing function.
Since $g(x)$ is strictly decreasing,for any $x_1 < x_2$,we have $g(x_1) > g(x_2)$.
Specifically,for $x < x+1$,we have $g(x) > g(x+1)$.
Since $f(x)$ is strictly increasing,applying $f$ to both sides of the inequality $g(x) > g(x+1)$ preserves the inequality sign.
Therefore,$f(g(x)) > f(g(x+1))$.
Thus,option $(b)$ is correct.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The integral $\int \frac{\sin^2 x \cos^2 x}{(\sin^3 x + \cos^3 x)^2} dx$ is equal to
A
$\frac{1}{3(1 + \cot^3 x)} + c$
B
$-\frac{1}{3(1 + \tan^3 x)} + c$
C
$\frac{\sin^3 x}{3(1 + \cos^3 x)} + c$
D
$-\frac{\cos^3 x}{3(1 + \sin^3 x)} + c$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int \frac{\sin^2 x \cos^2 x}{(\sin^3 x + \cos^3 x)^2} dx$
Divide numerator and denominator by $\cos^6 x$:
$I = \int \frac{\frac{\sin^2 x \cos^2 x}{\cos^6 x}}{(\frac{\sin^3 x + \cos^3 x}{\cos^3 x})^2} dx$
$I = \int \frac{\tan^2 x \sec^2 x}{(1 + \tan^3 x)^2} dx$
Let $1 + \tan^3 x = t$. Then $3 \tan^2 x \sec^2 x dx = dt$,so $\tan^2 x \sec^2 x dx = \frac{dt}{3}$.
Substituting these into the integral:
$I = \int \frac{1}{t^2} \cdot \frac{dt}{3} = \frac{1}{3} \int t^{-2} dt$
$I = \frac{1}{3} \left( \frac{t^{-1}}{-1} \right) + c = -\frac{1}{3t} + c$
Substituting back $t = 1 + \tan^3 x$:
$I = -\frac{1}{3(1 + \tan^3 x)} + c$
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $[\cdot]$ denotes the greatest integer function,then the integral $\int_{0}^{\pi} [\cos x] \, dx$ is equal to:
A
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
B
$0$
C
$-1$
D
$-\frac{\pi}{2}$

Solution

(D) Let $I = \int_{0}^{\pi} [\cos x] \, dx \quad \dots(1)$
Using the property $\int_{0}^{a} f(x) \, dx = \int_{0}^{a} f(a-x) \, dx$,we get:
$I = \int_{0}^{\pi} [\cos(\pi - x)] \, dx = \int_{0}^{\pi} [-\cos x] \, dx \quad \dots(2)$
Adding $(1)$ and $(2)$:
$2I = \int_{0}^{\pi} ([\cos x] + [-\cos x]) \, dx$
Since $[x] + [-x] = -1$ if $x \notin \mathbb{Z}$ and $0$ if $x \in \mathbb{Z}$,and the set of points where $\cos x \in \mathbb{Z}$ in $[0, \pi]$ is finite (measure zero),we have:
$2I = \int_{0}^{\pi} (-1) \, dx$
$2I = -[x]_{0}^{\pi} = -\pi$
$I = -\frac{\pi}{2}$
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If for a continuous function $f(x),$ $\int_{-\pi}^{t} (f(x) + x) dx = \pi^2 - t^2$ for all $t \ge -\pi,$ then $f\left(-\frac{\pi}{3}\right)$ is equal to
A
$\pi$
B
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{3}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{6}$

Solution

(A) Given the equation: $\int_{-\pi}^{t} (f(x) + x) dx = \pi^2 - t^2$
Splitting the integral,we get: $\int_{-\pi}^{t} f(x) dx + \int_{-\pi}^{t} x dx = \pi^2 - t^2$
Evaluating the second integral: $\int_{-\pi}^{t} x dx = \left[ \frac{x^2}{2} \right]_{-\pi}^{t} = \frac{t^2}{2} - \frac{(-\pi)^2}{2} = \frac{t^2}{2} - \frac{\pi^2}{2}$
Substituting this back: $\int_{-\pi}^{t} f(x) dx + \frac{t^2}{2} - \frac{\pi^2}{2} = \pi^2 - t^2$
Rearranging the terms: $\int_{-\pi}^{t} f(x) dx = \pi^2 - t^2 - \frac{t^2}{2} + \frac{\pi^2}{2} = \frac{3}{2}\pi^2 - \frac{3}{2}t^2 = \frac{3}{2}(\pi^2 - t^2)$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $t$ using the Leibniz rule: $\frac{d}{dt} \left[ \int_{-\pi}^{t} f(x) dx \right] = \frac{d}{dt} \left[ \frac{3}{2}(\pi^2 - t^2) \right]$
By the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus: $f(t) = \frac{3}{2}(0 - 2t) = -3t$
Therefore,$f\left(-\frac{\pi}{3}\right) = -3 \left(-\frac{\pi}{3}\right) = \pi$
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
The general solution of the differential equation,$\sin 2x \left( \frac{dy}{dx} - \sqrt{\tan x} \right) - y = 0$ is
A
$y\sqrt{\tan x} = x + c$
B
$y\sqrt{\cot x} = \tan x + c$
C
$y\sqrt{\tan x} = \cot x + c$
D
$y\sqrt{\cot x} = x + c$

Solution

(D) Given,$\sin 2x \left( \frac{dy}{dx} - \sqrt{\tan x} \right) - y = 0$
Rearranging the terms: $\frac{dy}{dx} - \frac{y}{\sin 2x} = \sqrt{\tan x}$
Since $\frac{1}{\sin 2x} = \csc 2x$,we have: $\frac{dy}{dx} - y \csc 2x = \sqrt{\tan x}$ ....$(1)$
This is a linear differential equation of the form $\frac{dy}{dx} + Py = Q$,where $P = -\csc 2x$ and $Q = \sqrt{\tan x}$.
Integrating Factor ($I$.$F$.) $= e^{\int P dx} = e^{\int -\csc 2x dx} = e^{-\frac{1}{2} \ln|\tan x|} = e^{\ln(\tan x)^{-1/2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\tan x}} = \sqrt{\cot x}$.
The general solution is $y \cdot (I.F.) = \int Q \cdot (I.F.) dx + c$.
Substituting the values: $y \sqrt{\cot x} = \int \sqrt{\tan x} \cdot \sqrt{\cot x} dx + c$.
Since $\sqrt{\tan x} \cdot \sqrt{\cot x} = 1$,we get: $y \sqrt{\cot x} = \int 1 dx + c$.
Therefore,$y \sqrt{\cot x} = x + c$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
$A$ symmetrical form of the line of intersection of the planes $x = ay + b$ and $z = cy + d$ is
A
$\frac{x - b}{a} = \frac{y}{1} = \frac{z - d}{c}$
B
$\frac{x - b - a}{a} = \frac{y - 1}{1} = \frac{z - d - c}{c}$
C
$\frac{x - a}{b} = \frac{y}{1} = \frac{z - c}{d}$
D
$\frac{x - b - a}{b} = \frac{y - 1}{0} = \frac{z - d - c}{d}$

Solution

(B) The given equations of the planes are $x - ay = b$ and $z - cy = d$.
To find the direction ratios $(l, m, n)$ of the line of intersection,we note that the line is perpendicular to the normals of both planes.
The normals are $\vec{n_1} = (1, -a, 0)$ and $\vec{n_2} = (0, -c, 1)$.
The direction ratios are given by the cross product $\vec{n_1} \times \vec{n_2} = \begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ 1 & -a & 0 \\ 0 & -c & 1 \end{vmatrix} = \hat{i}(-a) - \hat{j}(1) + \hat{k}(-c) = (-a, -1, -c)$.
This is equivalent to the direction ratios $(a, 1, c)$.
Now,we find a point on the line. Let $y = 1$. Then $x = a + b$ and $z = c + d$.
Thus,the point is $(a + b, 1, c + d)$.
The symmetric form of the line is $\frac{x - (a + b)}{a} = \frac{y - 1}{1} = \frac{z - (c + d)}{c}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQJEE Main · 2014
If the distance between the planes $4x - 2y - 4z + 1 = 0$ and $4x - 2y - 4z + d = 0$ is $7$,then the value of $d$ is:
A
$41$ or $-42$
B
$42$ or $-43$
C
$-41$ or $43$
D
$-42$ or $44$

Solution

(C) The given equations of the planes are $4x - 2y - 4z + 1 = 0$ and $4x - 2y - 4z + d = 0$.
Since the coefficients of $x, y,$ and $z$ are proportional,the planes are parallel.
The distance $D$ between two parallel planes $Ax + By + Cz + D_1 = 0$ and $Ax + By + Cz + D_2 = 0$ is given by the formula $D = \frac{|D_2 - D_1|}{\sqrt{A^2 + B^2 + C^2}}$.
Here,$A = 4, B = -2, C = -4, D_1 = 1,$ and $D_2 = d$.
The distance is given as $7$.
So,$7 = \frac{|d - 1|}{\sqrt{4^2 + (-2)^2 + (-4)^2}}$.
$7 = \frac{|d - 1|}{\sqrt{16 + 4 + 16}}$.
$7 = \frac{|d - 1|}{\sqrt{36}}$.
$7 = \frac{|d - 1|}{6}$.
$|d - 1| = 42$.
This implies $d - 1 = 42$ or $d - 1 = -42$.
If $d - 1 = 42$,then $d = 43$.
If $d - 1 = -42$,then $d = -41$.
Thus,$d = 43$ or $d = -41$.
99
MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
If $\hat{x}, \hat{y},$ and $\hat{z}$ are three unit vectors in three-dimensional space,then find the minimum value of $|\hat{x} + \hat{y}|^2 + |\hat{y} + \hat{z}|^2 + |\hat{z} + \hat{x}|^2$.
A
$\frac{3}{2}$
B
$3$
C
$3\sqrt{3}$
D
$6$

Solution

(B) Given that $\hat{x}, \hat{y}, \hat{z}$ are unit vectors,so $|\hat{x}| = |\hat{y}| = |\hat{z}| = 1$.
We know that for any vectors,$|\hat{x} + \hat{y} + \hat{z}|^2 \geq 0$.
Expanding this,we get $|\hat{x}|^2 + |\hat{y}|^2 + |\hat{z}|^2 + 2(\hat{x} \cdot \hat{y} + \hat{y} \cdot \hat{z} + \hat{z} \cdot \hat{x}) \geq 0$.
Substituting the magnitudes,$1 + 1 + 1 + 2(\hat{x} \cdot \hat{y} + \hat{y} \cdot \hat{z} + \hat{z} \cdot \hat{x}) \geq 0$,which implies $3 + 2(\hat{x} \cdot \hat{y} + \hat{y} \cdot \hat{z} + \hat{z} \cdot \hat{x}) \geq 0$.
Thus,$2(\hat{x} \cdot \hat{y} + \hat{y} \cdot \hat{z} + \hat{z} \cdot \hat{x}) \geq -3$.
Now,consider the expression $S = |\hat{x} + \hat{y}|^2 + |\hat{y} + \hat{z}|^2 + |\hat{z} + \hat{x}|^2$.
$S = (\hat{x} \cdot \hat{x} + \hat{y} \cdot \hat{y} + 2\hat{x} \cdot \hat{y}) + (\hat{y} \cdot \hat{y} + \hat{z} \cdot \hat{z} + 2\hat{y} \cdot \hat{z}) + (\hat{z} \cdot \hat{z} + \hat{x} \cdot \hat{x} + 2\hat{z} \cdot \hat{x})$.
$S = 2(|\hat{x}|^2 + |\hat{y}|^2 + |\hat{z}|^2) + 2(\hat{x} \cdot \hat{y} + \hat{y} \cdot \hat{z} + \hat{z} \cdot \hat{x})$.
$S = 2(1 + 1 + 1) + 2(\hat{x} \cdot \hat{y} + \hat{y} \cdot \hat{z} + \hat{z} \cdot \hat{x}) = 6 + 2(\hat{x} \cdot \hat{y} + \hat{y} \cdot \hat{z} + \hat{z} \cdot \hat{x})$.
Since $2(\hat{x} \cdot \hat{y} + \hat{y} \cdot \hat{z} + \hat{z} \cdot \hat{x}) \geq -3$,the minimum value of $S$ is $6 - 3 = 3$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQJEE Main · 2014
Statement $I:$ The equation $(\sin^{-1} x)^3 + (\cos^{-1} x)^3 - a\pi^3 = 0$ has a solution for all $a \ge \frac{1}{32}.$
Statement $II:$ For any $x \in [-1, 1],$ $\sin^{-1} x + \cos^{-1} x = \frac{\pi}{2}$ and $0 \le (\sin^{-1} x - \frac{\pi}{4})^2 \le \frac{9\pi^2}{16}.$
A
Both statements $I$ and $II$ are true.
B
Both statements $I$ and $II$ are false.
C
Statement $I$ is true and statement $II$ is false.
D
Statement $I$ is false and statement $II$ is true.

Solution

(D) For Statement $II$: We know that $\sin^{-1} x \in [-\frac{\pi}{2}, \frac{\pi}{2}]$.
Subtracting $\frac{\pi}{4}$ from all sides,we get $-\frac{3\pi}{4} \le \sin^{-1} x - \frac{\pi}{4} \le \frac{\pi}{4}$.
Squaring the inequality,we get $0 \le (\sin^{-1} x - \frac{\pi}{4})^2 \le \frac{9\pi^2}{16}$. Thus,Statement $II$ is true.
For Statement $I$: Let $u = \sin^{-1} x$. Then $\cos^{-1} x = \frac{\pi}{2} - u$. The equation becomes $u^3 + (\frac{\pi}{2} - u)^3 = a\pi^3$.
Expanding this,we get $u^3 + \frac{\pi^3}{8} - \frac{3\pi^2}{4}u + \frac{3\pi}{2}u^2 - u^3 = a\pi^3$.
$\frac{3\pi}{2}u^2 - \frac{3\pi^2}{4}u + \frac{\pi^3}{8} - a\pi^3 = 0$.
Dividing by $\frac{3\pi}{2}$,we get $u^2 - \frac{\pi}{2}u + \frac{\pi^2}{12} - \frac{2a\pi^2}{3} = 0$.
Completing the square: $(u - \frac{\pi}{4})^2 - \frac{\pi^2}{16} + \frac{\pi^2}{12} - \frac{2a\pi^2}{3} = 0$.
$(u - \frac{\pi}{4})^2 = \frac{2a\pi^2}{3} - \frac{\pi^2}{48} = \frac{\pi^2}{48}(32a - 1)$.
Since $0 \le (u - \frac{\pi}{4})^2 \le \frac{9\pi^2}{16}$,we have $0 \le \frac{\pi^2}{48}(32a - 1) \le \frac{9\pi^2}{16}$.
$0 \le 32a - 1 \le 27$,which implies $\frac{1}{32} \le a \le \frac{7}{8}$.
Since the equation has a solution only for $a \in [\frac{1}{32}, \frac{7}{8}]$,the statement that it has a solution for all $a \ge \frac{1}{32}$ is false.

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