MHT CET 2022 Mathematics Question Paper with Answer and Solution

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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
In a triangle $ABC$,with usual notations,if $b=\sqrt{3}, c=1, \angle A=30^{\circ}$,then angle $B$ is (in $^{\circ}$)
A
$60$
B
$90$
C
$30$
D
$120$

Solution

(D) Using the Law of Cosines: $\cos A = \frac{b^2+c^2-a^2}{2bc}$
$\cos 30^{\circ} = \frac{(\sqrt{3})^2 + 1^2 - a^2}{2 \times \sqrt{3} \times 1}$
$\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = \frac{3 + 1 - a^2}{2\sqrt{3}}$
$3 = 4 - a^2$ $\Rightarrow a^2 = 1$ $\Rightarrow a = 1$
Now,using the Law of Cosines for angle $B$: $\cos B = \frac{a^2+c^2-b^2}{2ac}$
$\cos B = \frac{1^2 + 1^2 - (\sqrt{3})^2}{2 \times 1 \times 1} = \frac{1+1-3}{2} = -\frac{1}{2}$
Since $\cos B = -\frac{1}{2}$,we have $B = 120^{\circ}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
In a triangle $ABC$,with usual notations,if $\frac{b+c}{11}=\frac{c+a}{12}=\frac{a+b}{13}$,then $\cos A : \cos B : \cos C =$
A
$11:12:13$
B
$25:19:7$
C
$7:19:25$
D
$19:7:25$

Solution

(C) Let $\frac{b+c}{11}=\frac{c+a}{12}=\frac{a+b}{13}=k$.
Adding the equations: $2(a+b+c) = 36k \implies a+b+c = 18k$.
Then $a = (a+b+c) - (b+c) = 18k - 11k = 7k$.
$b = (a+b+c) - (c+a) = 18k - 12k = 6k$.
$c = (a+b+c) - (a+b) = 18k - 13k = 5k$.
Using the cosine rule: $\cos A = \frac{b^2+c^2-a^2}{2bc} = \frac{36k^2+25k^2-49k^2}{2(6k)(5k)} = \frac{12k^2}{60k^2} = \frac{1}{5}$.
$\cos B = \frac{a^2+c^2-b^2}{2ac} = \frac{49k^2+25k^2-36k^2}{2(7k)(5k)} = \frac{38k^2}{70k^2} = \frac{19}{35}$.
$\cos C = \frac{a^2+b^2-c^2}{2ab} = \frac{49k^2+36k^2-25k^2}{2(7k)(6k)} = \frac{60k^2}{84k^2} = \frac{5}{7}$.
Thus,$\cos A : \cos B : \cos C = \frac{1}{5} : \frac{19}{35} : \frac{5}{7} = \frac{7}{35} : \frac{19}{35} : \frac{25}{35} = 7 : 19 : 25$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If for some positive $x \in R$,the frequency distribution of the marks obtained by $20$ students in a certain test is as follows:
Marks$2$$3$$5$$7$
Frequency$(x+1)^2$$2x-5$$x^2-3x$$x$

Then the mean of the marks is:
A
$3.0$
B
$2.5$
C
$2.8$
D
$3.2$

Solution

(C) Given the total number of students is $20$,the sum of frequencies must be $20$:
$(x+1)^2 + (2x-5) + (x^2-3x) + x = 20$
$(x^2+2x+1) + 2x - 5 + x^2 - 3x + x = 20$
$2x^2 + 2x - 4 = 20$
$2x^2 + 2x - 24 = 0$
$x^2 + x - 12 = 0$
$(x+4)(x-3) = 0$
Since $x > 0$,we have $x = 3$.
Now,substitute $x=3$ into the frequency distribution:
Marks $(x_i)$: $2, 3, 5, 7$
Frequencies $(f_i)$: $(3+1)^2=16, (2(3)-5)=1, (3^2-3(3))=0, 3$
Mean $\bar{x} = \frac{\sum f_i x_i}{\sum f_i} = \frac{2(16) + 3(1) + 5(0) + 7(3)}{20}$
$= \frac{32 + 3 + 0 + 21}{20} = \frac{56}{20} = 2.8$
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The mean of $5$ observations is $4.4$ and the variance is $8.24$. If three of the five observations are $1, 2,$ and $6$,then the values of the other two observations are:
A
$5, 7$
B
$4, 9$
C
$3, 9$
D
$4, 8$

Solution

(B) Let the two unknown observations be $x$ and $y$.
Given the mean of $5$ observations is $4.4$,the sum of observations is $5 \times 4.4 = 22$.
$1 + 2 + 6 + x + y = 22 \Rightarrow x + y = 13$.
Given the variance is $8.24$,we use the formula $\text{Variance} = \frac{\sum x_i^2}{n} - (\text{mean})^2$.
$\frac{1^2 + 2^2 + 6^2 + x^2 + y^2}{5} - (4.4)^2 = 8.24$.
$\frac{1 + 4 + 36 + x^2 + y^2}{5} - 19.36 = 8.24$.
$\frac{41 + x^2 + y^2}{5} = 27.60$.
$41 + x^2 + y^2 = 138 \Rightarrow x^2 + y^2 = 97$.
Substituting $y = 13 - x$ into the equation:
$x^2 + (13 - x)^2 = 97$.
$x^2 + 169 - 26x + x^2 = 97$.
$2x^2 - 26x + 72 = 0 \Rightarrow x^2 - 13x + 36 = 0$.
$(x - 4)(x - 9) = 0$.
Thus,$x = 4$ or $x = 9$.
If $x = 4$,then $y = 9$. If $x = 9$,then $y = 4$.
The other two observations are $4$ and $9$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If the standard deviation of the first $n$ natural numbers is $2$,then the value of $n$ is
A
$7$
B
$5$
C
$4$
D
$6$

Solution

(A) The standard deviation ($S$.$D$.) of the first $n$ natural numbers is given by the formula: $\sigma = \sqrt{\frac{n^2-1}{12}}$.
Given that $\sigma = 2$,we have:
$2 = \sqrt{\frac{n^2-1}{12}}$
Squaring both sides:
$4 = \frac{n^2-1}{12}$
$48 = n^2 - 1$
$n^2 = 49$
$n = 7$ (since $n$ must be a natural number).
Thus,the value of $n$ is $7$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If both the mean and the standard deviation of $50$ observations $x_1, x_2, \ldots, x_{50}$ are equal to $16$,then the mean of $(x_1-5)^2, (x_2-5)^2, \ldots, (x_{50}-5)^2$ is
A
$378$
B
$377$
C
$357$
D
$397$

Solution

(B) Given: Mean $\bar{x} = 16$ and Standard Deviation $\sigma = 16$.
Let $y_i = x_i - 5$.
The mean of the new observations $y_i$ is $\bar{y} = \bar{x} - 5 = 16 - 5 = 11$.
The standard deviation remains unchanged when a constant is subtracted from each observation,so $\sigma_y = 16$.
We know that $\sigma_y^2 = \frac{\sum y_i^2}{n} - (\bar{y})^2$.
Substituting the values: $16^2 = \frac{\sum (x_i-5)^2}{50} - 11^2$.
$256 = \frac{\sum (x_i-5)^2}{50} - 121$.
$\frac{\sum (x_i-5)^2}{50} = 256 + 121 = 377$.
Thus,the mean of $(x_i-5)^2$ is $377$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The sum of $10$ values is $12$ and the sum of their squares is $16.9$,then their standard deviation $(S.D.)$ is
A
$0.05$
B
$5$
C
$0.5$
D
$0.005$

Solution

(C) Given $\sum x = 12$,$\sum x^2 = 16.9$,and $n = 10$.
The formula for standard deviation is $S.D. = \sqrt{\frac{\sum x^2}{n} - (\frac{\sum x}{n})^2}$.
Substituting the values:
$S.D. = \sqrt{\frac{16.9}{10} - (\frac{12}{10})^2}$
$S.D. = \sqrt{1.69 - (1.2)^2}$
$S.D. = \sqrt{1.69 - 1.44}$
$S.D. = \sqrt{0.25}$
$S.D. = 0.5$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
In an experiment with $15$ observations,the results were available as $\sum X^2 = 2830$ and $\sum X = 170$. One observation that was $20$ was found to be wrong and was replaced by the correct value $30$. The corrected variance is:
A
$78.00$
B
$188.66$
C
$83.30$
D
$177.33$

Solution

(A) Given $n = 15$,$\sum X^2 = 2830$,and $\sum X = 170$.
Incorrect observation $= 20$,Correct observation $= 30$.
Corrected $\sum X = 170 - 20 + 30 = 180$.
Corrected $\sum X^2 = 2830 - (20)^2 + (30)^2 = 2830 - 400 + 900 = 3330$.
Variance $\sigma^2 = \frac{\sum X^2}{n} - \left(\frac{\sum X}{n}\right)^2$.
$\sigma^2 = \frac{3330}{15} - \left(\frac{180}{15}\right)^2$.
$\sigma^2 = 222 - (12)^2$.
$\sigma^2 = 222 - 144 = 78$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The variance and mean of $15$ observations are respectively $6$ and $10$. If each observation is increased by $8$,then the new variance and new mean of the resulting observations are respectively:
A
$14, 10$
B
$14, 18$
C
$6, 18$
D
$6, 10$

Solution

(C) Let the observations be $x_1, x_2, \dots, x_{15}$.
Given,mean $\bar{x} = 10$ and variance $\sigma^2 = 6$.
When each observation is increased by a constant $k=8$,the new observations are $x_i' = x_i + 8$.
The new mean $\bar{x}' = \bar{x} + 8 = 10 + 8 = 18$.
The variance is independent of the change of origin,so the new variance $\sigma'^2 = \sigma^2 = 6$.
Therefore,the new variance and new mean are $6$ and $18$ respectively.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The variance of the first $10$ multiples of $3$ is:
A
$74.15$
B
$73.15$
C
$74.25$
D
$70.15$

Solution

(C) The first $10$ multiples of $3$ are $3, 6, 9, \ldots, 30$.
Let $x_i = 3i$ for $i = 1, 2, \ldots, 10$.
The variance $\sigma^2$ is given by $\frac{\sum x_i^2}{n} - (\bar{x})^2$.
$\bar{x} = \frac{3(1+2+\ldots+10)}{10} = \frac{3 \times 10 \times 11}{10 \times 2} = 16.5$.
$\sum x_i^2 = 3^2(1^2+2^2+\ldots+10^2) = 9 \times \frac{10(11)(21)}{6} = 9 \times 385 = 3465$.
$\sigma^2 = \frac{3465}{10} - (16.5)^2 = 346.5 - 272.25 = 74.25$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
In an experiment with $15$ observations on $x$,we have $\sum x^2 = 2830$ and $\sum x = 170$. One observation that was $20$ was found to be wrong and was replaced by the correct value $30$. The corrected variance is:
A
$177.33$
B
$188.66$
C
$80.33$
D
$78$

Solution

(D) Given $n = 15$,$\sum x^2 = 2830$,and $\sum x = 170$.
The incorrect observation is $20$ and the correct observation is $30$.
Corrected $\sum x = 170 - 20 + 30 = 180$.
Corrected $\sum x^2 = 2830 - (20)^2 + (30)^2 = 2830 - 400 + 900 = 3330$.
Corrected Mean $\bar{x} = \frac{180}{15} = 12$.
Corrected Variance $\sigma^2 = \frac{\sum x^2}{n} - (\bar{x})^2 = \frac{3330}{15} - (12)^2$.
$\sigma^2 = 222 - 144 = 78$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $A \equiv (x, 4, -1)$,$B \equiv (3, x, -5)$,and $C \equiv (2, -2, 3)$ are the vertices and $G \equiv (2, 1, -1)$ is the centroid of the triangle $ABC$,then the value of $x$ is
A
$3$
B
$1$
C
$-2$
D
$2$

Solution

(B) The centroid $G$ of a triangle with vertices $A(x_1, y_1, z_1)$,$B(x_2, y_2, z_2)$,and $C(x_3, y_3, z_3)$ is given by $G = \left(\frac{x_1+x_2+x_3}{3}, \frac{y_1+y_2+y_3}{3}, \frac{z_1+z_2+z_3}{3}\right)$.
Given $A(x, 4, -1)$,$B(3, x, -5)$,$C(2, -2, 3)$,and $G(2, 1, -1)$.
Equating the $x$-coordinates: $\frac{x+3+2}{3} = 2$.
$x + 5 = 6$.
$x = 1$.
Checking with $y$-coordinates: $\frac{4+x-2}{3} = 1$ $\Rightarrow 2+x = 3$ $\Rightarrow x = 1$.
Thus,the value of $x$ is $1$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The orthocenter of the triangle formed by the lines $x-2y=10$ and $6x^2+xy-y^2=0$ is
A
$(2,-4)$
B
$(2,4)$
C
$(-2,-4)$
D
$(-2,4)$

Solution

(A) The given lines are $6x^2+xy-y^2=0$ and $x-2y=10$.
Factorizing the equation $6x^2+xy-y^2=0$,we get $(2x+y)(3x-y)=0$.
This gives two lines: $L_1: 3x-y=0$ and $L_2: 2x+y=0$.
The third line is $L_3: x-2y=10$.
Observe the slopes: slope of $L_2$ is $m_2 = -2$ and slope of $L_3$ is $m_3 = 1/2$.
Since $m_2 \times m_3 = (-2) \times (1/2) = -1$,the lines $L_2$ and $L_3$ are perpendicular.
In a right-angled triangle,the orthocenter is the vertex where the right angle is formed.
Thus,the orthocenter is the point of intersection of $L_2$ and $L_3$.
Solving $2x+y=0$ and $x-2y=10$:
From $y = -2x$,substitute into $x-2(-2x)=10$ $\Rightarrow x+4x=10$ $\Rightarrow 5x=10$ $\Rightarrow x=2$.
Then $y = -2(2) = -4$.
The orthocenter is $(2,-4)$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $A \equiv (5, 1, p)$,$B \equiv (1, q, p)$,and $C \equiv (1, -2, 3)$ are the vertices of a triangle and $G \equiv (r, -\frac{4}{3}, \frac{1}{3})$ is its centroid,then the values of $p, q, r$ are respectively:
A
$-1, 3, \frac{7}{3}$
B
$1, 3, \frac{7}{3}$
C
$1, -3, \frac{7}{3}$
D
$-1, -3, \frac{7}{3}$

Solution

(D) The centroid $G$ of a triangle with vertices $(x_1, y_1, z_1)$,$(x_2, y_2, z_2)$,and $(x_3, y_3, z_3)$ is given by $\left(\frac{x_1+x_2+x_3}{3}, \frac{y_1+y_2+y_3}{3}, \frac{z_1+z_2+z_3}{3}\right)$.
Given $G = (r, -\frac{4}{3}, \frac{1}{3})$,we equate the coordinates:
$r = \frac{5+1+1}{3} = \frac{7}{3}$
$-\frac{4}{3} = \frac{1+q-2}{3}$ $\Rightarrow -4 = q-1$ $\Rightarrow q = -3$
$\frac{1}{3} = \frac{p+p+3}{3}$ $\Rightarrow 1 = 2p+3$ $\Rightarrow 2p = -2$ $\Rightarrow p = -1$
Thus,the values are $p = -1, q = -3, r = \frac{7}{3}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The orthocentre and centroid of a triangle are $A(-3, 5)$ and $B(3, 3)$ respectively. If $C$ is the circumcentre of this triangle,then the radius of the circle having line segment $AC$ as a diameter is:
A
$\sqrt{10}$
B
$3 \sqrt{\frac{5}{2}}$
C
$2 \sqrt{10}$
D
$\frac{3 \sqrt{5}}{2}$

Solution

(C) The circumcentre $C$ divides the line segment joining the orthocentre $A(-3, 5)$ and the centroid $B(3, 3)$ in the ratio $2:1$ externally,such that $B$ lies between $A$ and $C$.
Using the section formula for external division,the coordinates of $C(x, y)$ are given by:
$x = \frac{2(3) - 1(-3)}{2 - 1} = \frac{6 + 3}{1} = 9$
$y = \frac{2(3) - 1(5)}{2 - 1} = \frac{6 - 5}{1} = 1$
So,$C = (9, 1)$.
The diameter of the circle is the length of the segment $AC$.
$AC = \sqrt{(9 - (-3))^2 + (1 - 5)^2} = \sqrt{12^2 + (-4)^2} = \sqrt{144 + 16} = \sqrt{160} = 4\sqrt{10}$.
The radius of the circle is $\frac{1}{2} AC = \frac{1}{2} \times 4\sqrt{10} = 2\sqrt{10}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The slopes of the lines,making an angle of $45^{\circ}$ with the line $2x - 3y = 5$,are
A
$5, \frac{-1}{5}$
B
$\frac{-1}{5}, -5$
C
$\frac{1}{5}, -5$
D
$5, \frac{1}{5}$

Solution

(A) Let the slope of the given line $2x - 3y = 5$ be $m_1$. Rewriting the equation as $3y = 2x - 5$,we get $y = \frac{2}{3}x - \frac{5}{3}$. Thus,$m_1 = \frac{2}{3}$.
Let the slope of the required lines be $m$. The angle $\theta$ between the lines is $45^{\circ}$.
Using the formula $\tan \theta = \left| \frac{m - m_1}{1 + m \cdot m_1} \right|$,we have:
$\tan 45^{\circ} = \left| \frac{m - \frac{2}{3}}{1 + m \cdot \frac{2}{3}} \right|$
$1 = \left| \frac{3m - 2}{3 + 2m} \right|$
This gives two cases:
Case $1$: $\frac{3m - 2}{3 + 2m} = 1$ $\Rightarrow 3m - 2 = 3 + 2m$ $\Rightarrow m = 5$.
Case $2$: $\frac{3m - 2}{3 + 2m} = -1$ $\Rightarrow 3m - 2 = -3 - 2m$ $\Rightarrow 5m = -1$ $\Rightarrow m = \frac{-1}{5}$.
Therefore,the slopes are $5$ and $\frac{-1}{5}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If the line through the points $(-2, 6)$ and $(4, 8)$ is perpendicular to the line passing through the points $(8, 12)$ and $(x, 24)$,then the value of $x$ is
A
$4$
B
$\frac{1}{3}$
C
$12$
D
$-2$

Solution

(A) Let $m_1$ be the slope of the line passing through $(-2, 6)$ and $(4, 8)$.
$m_1 = \frac{8 - 6}{4 - (-2)} = \frac{2}{6} = \frac{1}{3}$.
Let $m_2$ be the slope of the line passing through $(8, 12)$ and $(x, 24)$.
$m_2 = \frac{24 - 12}{x - 8} = \frac{12}{x - 8}$.
Since the lines are perpendicular,$m_1 \times m_2 = -1$.
$\frac{1}{3} \times \frac{12}{x - 8} = -1$.
$\frac{4}{x - 8} = -1$.
$4 = -(x - 8)$.
$4 = -x + 8$.
$x = 8 - 4 = 4$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The equation of a line,whose perpendicular distance from the origin is $5$ units and the angle,which the perpendicular to the line from the origin makes,is $210^{\circ}$ with the positive $X$-axis,is
A
$-x \sqrt{3}+y+10=0$
B
$x \sqrt{3}+y-10=0$
C
$x \sqrt{3}+y+10=0$
D
$x \sqrt{3}-y+10=0$

Solution

(C) The normal form of the equation of a line is given by $x \cos \alpha + y \sin \alpha = p$,where $p$ is the perpendicular distance from the origin and $\alpha$ is the angle made by the perpendicular with the positive $X$-axis.
Given $p = 5$ and $\alpha = 210^{\circ}$.
Substituting these values into the equation:
$x \cos(210^{\circ}) + y \sin(210^{\circ}) = 5$
Since $\cos(210^{\circ}) = \cos(180^{\circ} + 30^{\circ}) = -\cos(30^{\circ}) = -\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$ and $\sin(210^{\circ}) = \sin(180^{\circ} + 30^{\circ}) = -\sin(30^{\circ}) = -\frac{1}{2}$,
$x(-\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}) + y(-\frac{1}{2}) = 5$
Multiplying both sides by $-2$:
$\sqrt{3}x + y = -10$
$\sqrt{3}x + y + 10 = 0$
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The equation of the line perpendicular to $2x - 3y + 5 = 0$ and making an intercept of $3$ with the positive $Y$-axis is
A
$3x + 2y - 6 = 0$
B
$3x + 2y + 6 = 0$
C
$3x + 2y - 7 = 0$
D
$3x + 2y - 12 = 0$

Solution

(A) The given line is $2x - 3y + 5 = 0$.
Any line perpendicular to this line is of the form $3x + 2y + \lambda = 0$.
Since the line makes an intercept of $3$ with the positive $Y$-axis,it passes through the point $(0, 3)$.
Substituting $x = 0$ and $y = 3$ into the equation $3x + 2y + \lambda = 0$:
$3(0) + 2(3) + \lambda = 0$
$6 + \lambda = 0$
$\lambda = -6$.
Thus,the required equation is $3x + 2y - 6 = 0$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$N(3, -4)$ is the foot of the perpendicular drawn from the origin to a line $L$. Then the equation of the line $L$ is
A
$4x - 3y - 24 = 0$
B
$x - y - 7 = 0$
C
$3x - 4y - 25 = 0$
D
$4x + 3y = 0$

Solution

(C) Let the origin be $O(0, 0)$ and the foot of the perpendicular be $N(3, -4)$.
The slope of the line segment $ON$ is $m_{ON} = \frac{-4 - 0}{3 - 0} = -\frac{4}{3}$.
Since the line $L$ is perpendicular to $ON$,the slope of line $L$ $(m_L)$ is given by $m_L \times m_{ON} = -1$.
$m_L \times (-\frac{4}{3}) = -1 \Rightarrow m_L = \frac{3}{4}$.
The line $L$ passes through the point $N(3, -4)$ and has a slope $m_L = \frac{3}{4}$.
Using the point-slope form,the equation of the line $L$ is $y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)$.
$y - (-4) = \frac{3}{4}(x - 3)$
$4(y + 4) = 3(x - 3)$
$4y + 16 = 3x - 9$
$3x - 4y - 25 = 0$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The coordinates of the foot of the perpendicular from the point $(1, 2)$ on the line $x - 3y + 7 = 0$ are
A
$\left(\frac{4}{5}, \frac{13}{5}\right)$
B
$(-13, -2)$
C
$\left(-\frac{13}{5}, -\frac{2}{5}\right)$
D
$(2, 3)$

Solution

(A) Let the foot of the perpendicular be $(x, y)$.
Using the formula for the foot of the perpendicular from $(x_1, y_1)$ to $ax + by + c = 0$:
$\frac{x - x_1}{a} = \frac{y - y_1}{b} = -\frac{ax_1 + by_1 + c}{a^2 + b^2}$
Substituting the values $(x_1, y_1) = (1, 2)$ and $x - 3y + 7 = 0$:
$\frac{x - 1}{1} = \frac{y - 2}{-3} = -\frac{1 - 3(2) + 7}{1^2 + (-3)^2}$
$\frac{x - 1}{1} = \frac{y - 2}{-3} = -\frac{1 - 6 + 7}{1 + 9} = -\frac{2}{10} = -\frac{1}{5}$
Now,solve for $x$ and $y$:
$x - 1 = -\frac{1}{5} \Rightarrow x = 1 - \frac{1}{5} = \frac{4}{5}$
$y - 2 = -3 \times \left(-\frac{1}{5}\right) = \frac{3}{5} \Rightarrow y = 2 + \frac{3}{5} = \frac{13}{5}$
Thus,the foot of the perpendicular is $\left(\frac{4}{5}, \frac{13}{5}\right)$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The coordinates of the point on the line $x+y+3=0$,whose distance from the line $x+2y+2=0$ is $\sqrt{5}$ units,are
A
$(-1, -4)$
B
$(1, -4)$
C
$(-1, 4)$
D
$(1, 4)$

Solution

(B) Let the point on the line $x+y+3=0$ be $(k, -3-k)$.
Given that the perpendicular distance from this point to the line $x+2y+2=0$ is $\sqrt{5}$.
Using the distance formula $d = \frac{|ax_1+by_1+c|}{\sqrt{a^2+b^2}}$,we have:
$\frac{|k + 2(-3-k) + 2|}{\sqrt{1^2+2^2}} = \sqrt{5}$
$\frac{|k - 6 - 2k + 2|}{\sqrt{5}} = \sqrt{5}$
$|-k - 4| = 5$
$|k + 4| = 5$
This gives two cases:
$k + 4 = 5 \Rightarrow k = 1$
$k + 4 = -5 \Rightarrow k = -9$
For $k = 1$,the point is $(1, -3-1) = (1, -4)$.
For $k = -9$,the point is $(-9, -3-(-9)) = (-9, 6)$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If the lines $4x + 3y - 1 = 0$,$x - y + 5 = 0$,and $kx + 5y - 3 = 0$ are concurrent,then $k=$
A
$5$
B
$6$
C
$7$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) For the lines to be concurrent,the determinant of the coefficients must be zero:
$\left|\begin{array}{ccc} 4 & 3 & -1 \\ 1 & -1 & 5 \\ k & 5 & -3 \end{array}\right| = 0$
Expanding the determinant:
$4((-1)(-3) - (5)(5)) - 3((1)(-3) - (5)(k)) - 1((1)(5) - (-1)(k)) = 0$
$4(3 - 25) - 3(-3 - 5k) - 1(5 + k) = 0$
$4(-22) + 9 + 15k - 5 - k = 0$
$-88 + 4 + 14k = 0$
$-84 + 14k = 0$
$14k = 84$
$k = 6$
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
Let $a, b, c$ and $d$ be non-zero real numbers. If the point of intersection of the lines $4ax + 2ay + c = 0$ and $5bx + 2by + d = 0$ lies in the $4^{\text{th}}$ quadrant and is equidistant from the two axes,then:
A
$3bc + 2ad = 0$
B
$2bc - 3ad = 0$
C
$2bc + 3ad = 0$
D
$2ad - 3bc = 0$

Solution

(D) Given lines are:
$4ax + 2ay + c = 0$ $(i)$
$5bx + 2by + d = 0$ $(ii)$
Multiply $(i)$ by $b$ and $(ii)$ by $a$:
$4abx + 2aby + bc = 0$
$5abx + 2aby + ad = 0$
Subtracting the two equations:
$-abx + bc - ad = 0 \Rightarrow x = \frac{bc - ad}{ab}$
Substitute $x$ into $(i)$:
$4a(\frac{bc - ad}{ab}) + 2ay + c = 0$
$4(\frac{bc - ad}{b}) + 2ay + c = 0$
$2ay = -c - \frac{4bc - 4ad}{b} = \frac{-bc - 4bc + 4ad}{b} = \frac{4ad - 5bc}{b}$
$y = \frac{4ad - 5bc}{2ab}$
Since the point lies in the $4^{\text{th}}$ quadrant and is equidistant from the axes,$x = -y$ and $x > 0, y < 0$.
$\frac{bc - ad}{ab} = -(\frac{4ad - 5bc}{2ab})$
$2(bc - ad) = -(4ad - 5bc)$
$2bc - 2ad = -4ad + 5bc$
$2ad - 3bc = 0$
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The equations of the lines passing through the point $(3,2)$ and making an acute angle of $45^{\circ}$ with the line $x-2y-3=0$ are
A
$x+2y-7=0, 2x-y-4=0$
B
$3x+y-11=0, x+3y-9=0$
C
$3x-y-7=0, x+3y-9=0$
D
$3x+y-11=0, x+3y+9=0$

Solution

(C) Let the slope of the required line be $m$. The slope of the given line $x-2y-3=0$ is $m_1 = \frac{1}{2}$.
Since the angle between the lines is $45^{\circ}$,we have $\tan 45^{\circ} = \left| \frac{m - m_1}{1 + m \cdot m_1} \right|$.
$1 = \left| \frac{m - 1/2}{1 + m/2} \right| = \left| \frac{2m - 1}{2 + m} \right|$.
This gives two cases: $\frac{2m - 1}{2 + m} = 1$ or $\frac{2m - 1}{2 + m} = -1$.
Case $1$: $2m - 1 = 2 + m \Rightarrow m = 3$.
The equation of the line is $y - 2 = 3(x - 3) \Rightarrow 3x - y - 7 = 0$.
Case $2$: $2m - 1 = -2 - m \Rightarrow 3m = -1 \Rightarrow m = -1/3$.
The equation of the line is $y - 2 = -1/3(x - 3) \Rightarrow 3y - 6 = -x + 3 \Rightarrow x + 3y - 9 = 0$.
Thus,the equations are $3x - y - 7 = 0$ and $x + 3y - 9 = 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The value of $\cos ^2 10^{\circ}-\cos 10^{\circ} \cdot \cos 50^{\circ}+\cos ^2 50^{\circ}$ is:
A
$\frac{3}{2}+\cos 20^{\circ}$
B
$\frac{3}{4}(1+\cos 20^{\circ})$
C
$\frac{3}{4}$
D
$\frac{1}{2}$

Solution

(C) Let $E = \cos ^2 10^{\circ}-\cos 10^{\circ} \cos 50^{\circ}+\cos ^2 50^{\circ}$.
Using the identity $\cos ^2 \theta = \frac{1+\cos 2\theta}{2}$,we have:
$E = \frac{1+\cos 20^{\circ}}{2} - \cos 10^{\circ} \cos 50^{\circ} + \frac{1+\cos 100^{\circ}}{2}$
$E = \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2} \cos 20^{\circ} - \frac{1}{2} [2 \cos 50^{\circ} \cos 10^{\circ}] + \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2} \cos 100^{\circ}$
Using $2 \cos A \cos B = \cos(A+B) + \cos(A-B)$:
$E = 1 + \frac{1}{2} \cos 20^{\circ} - \frac{1}{2} [\cos 60^{\circ} + \cos 40^{\circ}] + \frac{1}{2} \cos 100^{\circ}$
$E = 1 + \frac{1}{2} \cos 20^{\circ} - \frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{2} \cos 40^{\circ} + \frac{1}{2} \cos 100^{\circ}$
$E = \frac{3}{4} + \frac{1}{2} \cos 20^{\circ} + \frac{1}{2} [\cos 100^{\circ} - \cos 40^{\circ}]$
Using $\cos C - \cos D = -2 \sin \frac{C+D}{2} \sin \frac{C-D}{2}$:
$E = \frac{3}{4} + \frac{1}{2} \cos 20^{\circ} + \frac{1}{2} [-2 \sin 70^{\circ} \sin 30^{\circ}]$
Since $\sin 70^{\circ} = \cos 20^{\circ}$ and $\sin 30^{\circ} = \frac{1}{2}$:
$E = \frac{3}{4} + \frac{1}{2} \cos 20^{\circ} - \cos 20^{\circ} \cdot \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{4}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The value of $\theta$,satisfying both the equations $\cos \theta = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$ and $\tan \theta = -1$ in the interval $[0, 2\pi]$,is
A
$\frac{\pi}{4}$
B
$\frac{5\pi}{4}$
C
$\frac{7\pi}{4}$
D
$\frac{3\pi}{4}$

Solution

(C) Given equations are $\cos \theta = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$ and $\tan \theta = -1$ for $\theta \in [0, 2\pi]$.
For $\cos \theta = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$,the possible values of $\theta$ are $\frac{\pi}{4}$ and $\frac{7\pi}{4}$.
For $\tan \theta = -1$,the possible values of $\theta$ are $\frac{3\pi}{4}$ and $\frac{7\pi}{4}$.
The common value satisfying both equations is $\theta = \frac{7\pi}{4}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
Let $\cos (\alpha+\beta)=\frac{4}{5}$ and $\sin (\alpha-\beta)=\frac{5}{13}$,where $0 \leq \alpha, \beta \leq \frac{\pi}{4}$,then $\tan 2 \alpha=$
A
$\frac{19}{12}$
B
$\frac{56}{33}$
C
$\frac{25}{16}$
D
$\frac{20}{7}$

Solution

(B) Given $\cos (\alpha+\beta)=\frac{4}{5}$. Since $0 \leq \alpha, \beta \leq \frac{\pi}{4}$,we have $0 \leq \alpha+\beta \leq \frac{\pi}{2}$,so $\tan (\alpha+\beta)=\frac{3}{4}$.
Given $\sin (\alpha-\beta)=\frac{5}{13}$. Since $0 \leq \alpha, \beta \leq \frac{\pi}{4}$,we have $-\frac{\pi}{4} \leq \alpha-\beta \leq \frac{\pi}{4}$,so $\tan (\alpha-\beta)=\frac{5}{12}$.
We know that $2\alpha = (\alpha+\beta)+(\alpha-\beta)$.
Therefore,$\tan 2 \alpha = \tan \{(\alpha+\beta)+(\alpha-\beta)\} = \frac{\tan (\alpha+\beta)+\tan (\alpha-\beta)}{1-\tan (\alpha+\beta) \cdot \tan (\alpha-\beta)}$.
Substituting the values: $\tan 2 \alpha = \frac{\frac{3}{4}+\frac{5}{12}}{1-(\frac{3}{4} \cdot \frac{5}{12})} = \frac{\frac{9+5}{12}}{1-\frac{15}{48}} = \frac{\frac{14}{12}}{\frac{33}{48}} = \frac{14}{12} \cdot \frac{48}{33} = \frac{14 \cdot 4}{33} = \frac{56}{33}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The value of $4 \cos^3 20^{\circ}$ is
A
$-\frac{1}{2} - \cos 20^{\circ}$
B
$-\frac{1}{2} + 3 \cos 20^{\circ}$
C
$\frac{1}{2} + 3 \cos 20^{\circ}$
D
$\frac{1}{2} - 3 \cos 20^{\circ}$

Solution

(C) We use the trigonometric identity: $4 \cos^3 \theta = \cos 3\theta + 3 \cos \theta$.
Substituting $\theta = 20^{\circ}$ into the identity:
$4 \cos^3 20^{\circ} = \cos(3 \times 20^{\circ}) + 3 \cos 20^{\circ}$
$4 \cos^3 20^{\circ} = \cos 60^{\circ} + 3 \cos 20^{\circ}$
Since $\cos 60^{\circ} = \frac{1}{2}$,we get:
$4 \cos^3 20^{\circ} = \frac{1}{2} + 3 \cos 20^{\circ}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The principal solutions of $\cot x + \sqrt{3} = 0$ are
A
$\frac{5 \pi}{6}, \frac{11 \pi}{6}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{7 \pi}{6}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{5 \pi}{6}$
D
$\frac{5 \pi}{6}, \frac{7 \pi}{6}$

Solution

(A) Given the equation $\cot x + \sqrt{3} = 0$.
Rearranging the terms,we get $\cot x = -\sqrt{3}$.
Since $\cot(\frac{\pi}{6}) = \sqrt{3}$,and the cotangent function is negative in the second and fourth quadrants,we have:
$x = \pi - \frac{\pi}{6} = \frac{5 \pi}{6}$
$x = 2 \pi - \frac{\pi}{6} = \frac{11 \pi}{6}$
Thus,the principal solutions are $\frac{5 \pi}{6}$ and $\frac{11 \pi}{6}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The number of values of $x$ in the interval $[0, 3\pi]$ satisfying the equation $2 \sin^2 x + 5 \sin x - 3 = 0$ is
A
$6$
B
$1$
C
$2$
D
$4$

Solution

(C) Given the equation $2 \sin^2 x + 5 \sin x - 3 = 0$.
Let $t = \sin x$. The equation becomes $2t^2 + 5t - 3 = 0$.
Factoring the quadratic: $2t^2 + 6t - t - 3 = 0 \implies 2t(t + 3) - 1(t + 3) = 0 \implies (2t - 1)(t + 3) = 0$.
This gives $t = \frac{1}{2}$ or $t = -3$.
Since $-1 \le \sin x \le 1$,the value $\sin x = -3$ is impossible.
Thus,we solve $\sin x = \frac{1}{2}$.
In the interval $[0, 3\pi]$,$\sin x = \frac{1}{2}$ occurs at $x = \frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{5\pi}{6}$ (in $[0, 2\pi]$) and $x = 2\pi + \frac{\pi}{6} = \frac{13\pi}{6}$ (in $[2\pi, 3\pi]$).
There are $3$ such values.
Wait,checking the options provided,if the question implies the number of solutions,the answer is $3$. Since $3$ is not an option,let's re-evaluate the interval or options. Given the options,if we consider the interval $[0, 2\pi]$,there are $2$ solutions. If the interval is $[0, 3\pi]$,there are $3$ solutions. Assuming a typo in the question's options or interval,the most logical choice for a standard problem of this type is $C$ $(2)$ if the interval was $[0, 2\pi]$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $\cot (A+B)=0$,then $\sin (A+2 B)$ is equal to
A
$\sin 2 A$
B
$\cos A$
C
$\sin A$
D
$\cos 2 A$

Solution

(C) Given $\cot (A+B) = 0$.
Since $\cot \theta = 0$ when $\theta = (2n+1) \frac{\pi}{2}$,we have $A+B = \frac{\pi}{2}$ (taking $n=0$ for simplicity).
Thus,$B = \frac{\pi}{2} - A$.
Now,substitute $B$ into the expression $\sin (A+2B)$:
$\sin (A + 2(\frac{\pi}{2} - A)) = \sin (A + \pi - 2A) = \sin (\pi - A)$.
Using the identity $\sin (\pi - \theta) = \sin \theta$,we get $\sin (\pi - A) = \sin A$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The principal solutions of $\tan 3 \theta = -1$ are
A
$\left\{\frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{7 \pi}{12}, \frac{11 \pi}{12}, \frac{5 \pi}{4}, \frac{19 \pi}{12}, \frac{23 \pi}{12}\right\}$
B
$\left\{\frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{7 \pi}{12}, \frac{11 \pi}{12}, \frac{\pi}{16}, \frac{19 \pi}{12}, \frac{23 \pi}{24}\right\}$
C
$\left\{\frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{\pi}{12}\right\}$
D
$\left\{\frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{\pi}{12}, \frac{13 \pi}{12}, \frac{7 \pi}{4}, \frac{19 \pi}{4}, \frac{23 \pi}{12}\right\}$

Solution

(A) Given $\tan 3 \theta = -1$.
Since $\tan \frac{3 \pi}{4} = -1$,we have $\tan 3 \theta = \tan \frac{3 \pi}{4}$.
The general solution is $3 \theta = n \pi + \frac{3 \pi}{4}$,where $n \in \mathbb{Z}$.
Dividing by $3$,we get $\theta = \frac{n \pi}{3} + \frac{\pi}{4}$.
For principal solutions,we consider $\theta \in [0, 2 \pi)$.
For $n = 0$,$\theta = \frac{\pi}{4}$.
For $n = 1$,$\theta = \frac{\pi}{3} + \frac{\pi}{4} = \frac{7 \pi}{12}$.
For $n = 2$,$\theta = \frac{2 \pi}{3} + \frac{\pi}{4} = \frac{11 \pi}{12}$.
For $n = 3$,$\theta = \pi + \frac{\pi}{4} = \frac{5 \pi}{4}$.
For $n = 4$,$\theta = \frac{4 \pi}{3} + \frac{\pi}{4} = \frac{19 \pi}{12}$.
For $n = 5$,$\theta = \frac{5 \pi}{3} + \frac{\pi}{4} = \frac{23 \pi}{12}$.
Thus,the set of solutions is $\left\{\frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{7 \pi}{12}, \frac{11 \pi}{12}, \frac{5 \pi}{4}, \frac{19 \pi}{12}, \frac{23 \pi}{12}\right\}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $\tan A = \frac{1}{2}$ and $\tan B = \frac{1}{3}$,then the value of $\tan (A + 2B)$ is:
A
$2$
B
$3$
C
$4$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) Given: $\tan A = \frac{1}{2}$ and $\tan B = \frac{1}{3}$.
First,calculate $\tan 2B$ using the formula $\tan 2B = \frac{2 \tan B}{1 - \tan^2 B}$.
$\tan 2B = \frac{2(\frac{1}{3})}{1 - (\frac{1}{3})^2} = \frac{\frac{2}{3}}{1 - \frac{1}{9}} = \frac{\frac{2}{3}}{\frac{8}{9}} = \frac{2}{3} \times \frac{9}{8} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Now,use the formula $\tan (A + 2B) = \frac{\tan A + \tan 2B}{1 - \tan A \cdot \tan 2B}$.
$\tan (A + 2B) = \frac{\frac{1}{2} + \frac{3}{4}}{1 - (\frac{1}{2} \times \frac{3}{4})} = \frac{\frac{2+3}{4}}{1 - \frac{3}{8}} = \frac{\frac{5}{4}}{\frac{5}{8}} = \frac{5}{4} \times \frac{8}{5} = 2$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The principal solutions of the equation $\sqrt{3} \operatorname{cosec} x + 2 = 0$ are
A
$\frac{2 \pi}{3}, \frac{5 \pi}{3}$
B
$\frac{4 \pi}{3}, \frac{5 \pi}{3}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{3}, \frac{2 \pi}{3}$
D
$\frac{2 \pi}{3}, \frac{4 \pi}{3}$

Solution

(B) Given the equation $\sqrt{3} \operatorname{cosec} x + 2 = 0$.
Rearranging the terms,we get $\operatorname{cosec} x = -\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}$.
Since $\operatorname{cosec} x = \frac{1}{\sin x}$,we have $\sin x = -\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
We know that $\sin \frac{\pi}{3} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
Since $\sin x$ is negative in the third and fourth quadrants,the principal solutions are:
$x = \pi + \frac{\pi}{3} = \frac{4 \pi}{3}$
$x = 2 \pi - \frac{\pi}{3} = \frac{5 \pi}{3}$
Thus,the principal solutions are $\frac{4 \pi}{3}$ and $\frac{5 \pi}{3}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The set of all possible values of $\theta$ in the interval $(0, \pi)$ for which the points $(1, 2)$ and $(\sin \theta, \cos \theta)$ lie on the same side of the line $x+y=1$,is . . . . . . .
A
$\left(0, \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$
B
$\left(0, \frac{\pi}{4}\right)$
C
$\left(0, \frac{3 \pi}{4}\right)$
D
$\left(\frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{3 \pi}{4}\right)$

Solution

(A) Let the line be $L(x, y) = x+y-1 = 0$.
For the points $(x_1, y_1) = (1, 2)$ and $(x_2, y_2) = (\sin \theta, \cos \theta)$ to lie on the same side of the line,the product $L(x_1, y_1) \cdot L(x_2, y_2)$ must be greater than $0$.
$L(1, 2) = 1+2-1 = 2 > 0$.
Therefore,we must have $L(\sin \theta, \cos \theta) > 0$.
$\Rightarrow \sin \theta + \cos \theta - 1 > 0$
$\Rightarrow \sin \theta + \cos \theta > 1$
Dividing by $\sqrt{2}$,we get:
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \sin \theta + \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \cos \theta > \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
$\Rightarrow \sin \left(\theta + \frac{\pi}{4}\right) > \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
Since $\theta \in (0, \pi)$,we have $\theta + \frac{\pi}{4} \in \left(\frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{5\pi}{4}\right)$.
In this interval,$\sin \left(\theta + \frac{\pi}{4}\right) > \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$ holds when:
$\frac{\pi}{4} < \theta + \frac{\pi}{4} < \frac{3\pi}{4}$
Subtracting $\frac{\pi}{4}$ from all sides,we get:
$0 < \theta < \frac{\pi}{2}$
Thus,the set of values is $\left(0, \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $\cot \alpha = \frac{1}{2}$ and $\sec \beta = -\frac{5}{3}$,where $\alpha \in \left(\pi, \frac{3\pi}{2}\right)$ and $\beta \in \left(\frac{\pi}{2}, \pi\right)$,then the value of $\tan(\alpha + \beta)$ is:
A
$\frac{3}{11}$
B
$\frac{22}{9}$
C
$\frac{9}{11}$
D
$\frac{2}{11}$

Solution

(D) Given $\cot \alpha = \frac{1}{2}$,since $\alpha \in (\pi, \frac{3\pi}{2})$ (third quadrant),$\tan \alpha = \frac{1}{\cot \alpha} = 2$.
Given $\sec \beta = -\frac{5}{3}$,since $\beta \in (\frac{\pi}{2}, \pi)$ (second quadrant),$\tan^2 \beta = \sec^2 \beta - 1 = (-\frac{5}{3})^2 - 1 = \frac{25}{9} - 1 = \frac{16}{9}$.
Since $\beta$ is in the second quadrant,$\tan \beta$ must be negative,so $\tan \beta = -\frac{4}{3}$.
Using the formula $\tan(\alpha + \beta) = \frac{\tan \alpha + \tan \beta}{1 - \tan \alpha \tan \beta}$:
$\tan(\alpha + \beta) = \frac{2 + (-\frac{4}{3})}{1 - (2)(-\frac{4}{3})} = \frac{\frac{6-4}{3}}{1 + \frac{8}{3}} = \frac{\frac{2}{3}}{\frac{11}{3}} = \frac{2}{11}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
Evaluate $\cos^2 48^{\circ} - \sin^2 12^{\circ}$,given that $\sin 18^{\circ} = \frac{\sqrt{5}-1}{4}$.
A
$\frac{\sqrt{5}-1}{8}$
B
$\frac{\sqrt{5}}{8}+1$
C
$\frac{\sqrt{5}}{8}-1$
D
$\frac{\sqrt{5}+1}{8}$

Solution

(D) Using the identity $\cos^2 A - \sin^2 B = \cos(A+B) \cos(A-B)$:
$\cos^2 48^{\circ} - \sin^2 12^{\circ} = \cos(48^{\circ} + 12^{\circ}) \cos(48^{\circ} - 12^{\circ})$
$= \cos 60^{\circ} \cos 36^{\circ}$
Since $\cos 60^{\circ} = \frac{1}{2}$ and $\cos 36^{\circ} = 1 - 2\sin^2 18^{\circ}$:
$= \frac{1}{2} (1 - 2\sin^2 18^{\circ})$
$= \frac{1}{2} \left( 1 - 2 \left( \frac{\sqrt{5}-1}{4} \right)^2 \right)$
$= \frac{1}{2} \left( 1 - 2 \left( \frac{5 + 1 - 2\sqrt{5}}{16} \right) \right)$
$= \frac{1}{2} \left( 1 - \frac{6 - 2\sqrt{5}}{8} \right)$
$= \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{8 - 6 + 2\sqrt{5}}{8} \right)$
$= \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{2 + 2\sqrt{5}}{8} \right) = \frac{1 + \sqrt{5}}{8}$
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$\frac{\sin ^2(-160^{\circ})}{\sin ^2 70^{\circ}} + \frac{\sin (180^{\circ}-\theta)}{\sin \theta} = $
A
$\sec ^2(20^{\circ})$
B
$\cot ^2(20^{\circ})$
C
$\tan ^2(20^{\circ})$
D
$\operatorname{cosec}^2(20^{\circ})$

Solution

(A) Given expression: $\frac{\sin ^2(-160^{\circ})}{\sin ^2 70^{\circ}} + \frac{\sin (180^{\circ}-\theta)}{\sin \theta}$
Since $\sin(-\alpha) = -\sin(\alpha)$,we have $\sin^2(-160^{\circ}) = (-\sin 160^{\circ})^2 = \sin^2 160^{\circ}$.
Also,$\sin(180^{\circ}-\theta) = \sin \theta$.
So,the expression becomes $\frac{\sin^2 160^{\circ}}{\sin^2 70^{\circ}} + \frac{\sin \theta}{\sin \theta} = \frac{\sin^2(180^{\circ}-20^{\circ})}{\sin^2 70^{\circ}} + 1$.
Since $\sin(180^{\circ}-\alpha) = \sin \alpha$,$\sin 160^{\circ} = \sin 20^{\circ}$.
Thus,$\frac{\sin^2 20^{\circ}}{\sin^2 70^{\circ}} + 1 = \frac{\sin^2 20^{\circ}}{\cos^2 20^{\circ}} + 1 = \tan^2 20^{\circ} + 1 = \sec^2 20^{\circ}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $p = \tan 20^{\circ}$,then the value of $\frac{\tan 160^{\circ} - \tan 110^{\circ}}{1 + \tan 160^{\circ} \tan 110^{\circ}}$ in terms of $p$ is
A
$\frac{1+p^2}{2p^2}$
B
$\frac{1+p^2}{2p}$
C
$\frac{1-p^2}{2p}$
D
$\frac{1-p^2}{2p^2}$

Solution

(C) Using the formula $\tan(A - B) = \frac{\tan A - \tan B}{1 + \tan A \tan B}$,we have:
$\frac{\tan 160^{\circ} - \tan 110^{\circ}}{1 + \tan 160^{\circ} \tan 110^{\circ}} = \tan(160^{\circ} - 110^{\circ}) = \tan 50^{\circ}$
Since $\tan 50^{\circ} = \tan(90^{\circ} - 40^{\circ}) = \cot 40^{\circ} = \frac{1}{\tan 40^{\circ}}$
Using the double angle formula $\tan 2\theta = \frac{2\tan \theta}{1 - \tan^2 \theta}$,we substitute $\theta = 20^{\circ}$:
$\tan 40^{\circ} = \frac{2\tan 20^{\circ}}{1 - \tan^2 20^{\circ}} = \frac{2p}{1 - p^2}$
Therefore,$\frac{1}{\tan 40^{\circ}} = \frac{1 - p^2}{2p}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
In a triangle $ABC$ with usual notations,if $a:b:c = 7:8:9$,then $\cos A : \cos B : \cos C =$
A
$14:11:6$
B
$7:8:9$
C
$3:4:5$
D
$5:6:7$

Solution

(A) Given $a=7k, b=8k, c=9k$.
Using the cosine rule,$\cos A = \frac{b^2+c^2-a^2}{2bc} = \frac{(8k)^2+(9k)^2-(7k)^2}{2(8k)(9k)} = \frac{64+81-49}{144} = \frac{96}{144} = \frac{2}{3}$.
Similarly,$\cos B = \frac{a^2+c^2-b^2}{2ac} = \frac{(7k)^2+(9k)^2-(8k)^2}{2(7k)(9k)} = \frac{49+81-64}{126} = \frac{66}{126} = \frac{11}{21}$.
And $\cos C = \frac{a^2+b^2-c^2}{2ab} = \frac{(7k)^2+(8k)^2-(9k)^2}{2(7k)(8k)} = \frac{49+64-81}{112} = \frac{32}{112} = \frac{2}{7}$.
Now,$\cos A : \cos B : \cos C = \frac{2}{3} : \frac{11}{21} : \frac{2}{7}$.
Multiplying by $21$,we get $14 : 11 : 6$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The value of $(\cos \alpha+\cos \beta)^2+(\sin \alpha+\sin \beta)^2$ is
A
$2 \sin ^2\left(\frac{\alpha-\beta}{2}\right)$
B
$2 \cos ^2\left(\frac{\alpha-\beta}{2}\right)$
C
$4 \cos ^2\left(\frac{\alpha-\beta}{2}\right)$
D
$4 \sin ^2\left(\frac{\alpha-\beta}{2}\right)$

Solution

(C) Expanding the squares: $(\cos \alpha+\cos \beta)^2+(\sin \alpha+\sin \beta)^2 = (\cos^2 \alpha + \cos^2 \beta + 2\cos \alpha \cos \beta) + (\sin^2 \alpha + \sin^2 \beta + 2\sin \alpha \sin \beta)$
Grouping terms: $(\cos^2 \alpha + \sin^2 \alpha) + (\cos^2 \beta + \sin^2 \beta) + 2(\cos \alpha \cos \beta + \sin \alpha \sin \beta)$
Using identities $\cos^2 \theta + \sin^2 \theta = 1$ and $\cos(A-B) = \cos A \cos B + \sin A \sin B$: $1 + 1 + 2\cos(\alpha - \beta)$
Simplifying: $2 + 2\cos(\alpha - \beta) = 2(1 + \cos(\alpha - \beta))$
Using the identity $1 + \cos \theta = 2\cos^2(\theta/2)$: $2 \times 2\cos^2\left(\frac{\alpha-\beta}{2}\right) = 4\cos^2\left(\frac{\alpha-\beta}{2}\right)$
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $\tan \theta = \frac{a}{b}$,then $b \cos 2 \theta + a \sin 2 \theta = $
A
$b$
B
$a$
C
$0$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) We know that $\cos 2 \theta = \frac{1 - \tan^2 \theta}{1 + \tan^2 \theta}$ and $\sin 2 \theta = \frac{2 \tan \theta}{1 + \tan^2 \theta}$.
Substituting these into the expression $b \cos 2 \theta + a \sin 2 \theta$:
$= b \left( \frac{1 - \tan^2 \theta}{1 + \tan^2 \theta} \right) + a \left( \frac{2 \tan \theta}{1 + \tan^2 \theta} \right)$
Given $\tan \theta = \frac{a}{b}$,we substitute this value:
$= b \left( \frac{1 - \frac{a^2}{b^2}}{1 + \frac{a^2}{b^2}} \right) + a \left( \frac{2 \frac{a}{b}}{1 + \frac{a^2}{b^2}} \right)$
$= b \left( \frac{\frac{b^2 - a^2}{b^2}}{\frac{b^2 + a^2}{b^2}} \right) + \frac{2a^2}{b \left( \frac{b^2 + a^2}{b^2} \right)}$
$= b \left( \frac{b^2 - a^2}{b^2 + a^2} \right) + \frac{2a^2 b}{b^2 + a^2}$
$= \frac{b^3 - a^2 b + 2a^2 b}{b^2 + a^2}$
$= \frac{b^3 + a^2 b}{b^2 + a^2} = \frac{b(b^2 + a^2)}{b^2 + a^2} = b$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
With usual notations in $\triangle ABC$,if $a^2+b^2-c^2=ab$,then the measure of angle $C$ is
A
$\frac{\pi}{4}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{6}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{3}$

Solution

(D) Using the Law of Cosines in $\triangle ABC$:\\ $\cos C = \frac{a^2+b^2-c^2}{2ab}$\\ Given that $a^2+b^2-c^2=ab$,we substitute this into the formula:\\ $\cos C = \frac{ab}{2ab} = \frac{1}{2}$\\ Since $\cos C = \frac{1}{2}$,the angle $C$ is $\frac{\pi}{3}$ (or $60^{\circ}$).
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The incenter and centroid of the triangle,whose vertices are $A \equiv(0,3,0), B \equiv(0,0,4)$,and $C \equiv(0,3,4)$,are respectively given by
A
$(0,-2,-3),\left(0,-2, \frac{8}{3}\right)$
B
$(0,-2,3),\left(0,2,-\frac{8}{3}\right)$
C
$\left(0,2, \frac{8}{3}\right),(0,2,3)$
D
$(0,2,3),\left(0,2, \frac{8}{3}\right)$

Solution

(D) Given vertices are $A \equiv(0,3,0), B \equiv(0,0,4)$,and $C \equiv(0,3,4)$.
First,calculate the lengths of the sides:
$a = BC = \sqrt{(0-0)^2 + (3-0)^2 + (4-4)^2} = \sqrt{0+9+0} = 3$
$b = CA = \sqrt{(0-0)^2 + (3-3)^2 + (4-0)^2} = \sqrt{0+0+16} = 4$
$c = AB = \sqrt{(0-0)^2 + (0-3)^2 + (4-0)^2} = \sqrt{0+9+16} = \sqrt{25} = 5$
Now,the Incenter $I$ is given by $\left(\frac{ax_1+bx_2+cx_3}{a+b+c}, \frac{ay_1+by_2+cy_3}{a+b+c}, \frac{az_1+bz_2+cz_3}{a+b+c}\right)$:
$I = \left(\frac{3(0)+4(0)+5(0)}{3+4+5}, \frac{3(3)+4(0)+5(3)}{3+4+5}, \frac{3(0)+4(4)+5(4)}{3+4+5}\right)$
$I = \left(\frac{0}{12}, \frac{9+0+15}{12}, \frac{0+16+20}{12}\right) = \left(0, \frac{24}{12}, \frac{36}{12}\right) = (0, 2, 3)$
The Centroid $G$ is given by $\left(\frac{x_1+x_2+x_3}{3}, \frac{y_1+y_2+y_3}{3}, \frac{z_1+z_2+z_3}{3}\right)$:
$G = \left(\frac{0+0+0}{3}, \frac{3+0+3}{3}, \frac{0+4+4}{3}\right) = \left(0, \frac{6}{3}, \frac{8}{3}\right) = \left(0, 2, \frac{8}{3}\right)$
Thus,the incenter and centroid are $(0, 2, 3)$ and $\left(0, 2, \frac{8}{3}\right)$ respectively.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $y=y(x)$ and $\frac{2+\sin x}{y+1}\left(\frac{d y}{d x}\right)=-\cos x$,with $y(0)=1$,then $y\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right)$ is equal to
A
$\frac{2}{3}$
B
$\frac{1}{3}$
C
$-\frac{1}{3}$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) Given the differential equation: $\frac{2+\sin x}{y+1} \frac{d y}{d x} = -\cos x$
Separate the variables: $\int \frac{d y}{y+1} = \int \frac{-\cos x}{2+\sin x} d x$
Integrate both sides: $\ln|y+1| = -\ln|2+\sin x| + C_1$
This simplifies to: $\ln|y+1| + \ln|2+\sin x| = C_1$
Using logarithmic properties: $\ln|(y+1)(2+\sin x)| = C_1$
Exponentiating both sides: $(y+1)(2+\sin x) = C$
Given $y(0)=1$,substitute $x=0$ and $y=1$: $(1+1)(2+\sin 0) = C \Rightarrow 2(2+0) = C \Rightarrow C=4$
So,the equation is: $(y+1)(2+\sin x) = 4$
To find $y\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right)$,substitute $x=\frac{\pi}{2}$: $(y+1)(2+\sin\frac{\pi}{2}) = 4$
$(y+1)(2+1) = 4 \Rightarrow 3(y+1) = 4 \Rightarrow y+1 = \frac{4}{3}$
$y = \frac{4}{3} - 1 = \frac{1}{3}$
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MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
The general solution of the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = e^{x+y} + x^2 e^{x^3+y}$ is (where $C$ is a constant of integration):
A
$e^{-y} + e^x + \frac{1}{3} e^{x^3} = C$
B
$e^{-y} - e^x - \frac{1}{3} e^{x^3} = C$
C
$e^{-y} - e^x + \frac{1}{3} e^{x^3} = C$
D
$e^{-y} + e^x - \frac{1}{3} e^{x^3} = C$

Solution

(A) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dy}{dx} = e^{x+y} + x^2 e^{x^3+y}$
Separating the terms: $\frac{dy}{dx} = e^y(e^x + x^2 e^{x^3})$
Rearranging the variables: $e^{-y} dy = (e^x + x^2 e^{x^3}) dx$
Integrating both sides: $\int e^{-y} dy = \int (e^x + x^2 e^{x^3}) dx$
Solving the integrals: $-e^{-y} = e^x + \frac{1}{3} e^{x^3} + C$
Rearranging to standard form: $e^{-y} + e^x + \frac{1}{3} e^{x^3} = -C$
Since $-C$ is also a constant,we can write: $e^{-y} + e^x + \frac{1}{3} e^{x^3} = C$
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The particular solution of the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = e^{2y} \cos x$,when $y(\frac{\pi}{6}) = 0$ is
A
$\sin x - \frac{e^{2y}}{2} = 0$
B
$4 \sin x - e^{-2y} - 1 = 0$
C
$\sin x + e^{-2y} - 2 = 0$
D
$2 \sin x + e^{-2y} - 2 = 0$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dy}{dx} = e^{2y} \cos x$.
Separating the variables,we get: $e^{-2y} dy = \cos x dx$.
Integrating both sides: $\int e^{-2y} dy = \int \cos x dx$.
This gives: $-\frac{1}{2} e^{-2y} = \sin x + C$.
Given the condition $y(\frac{\pi}{6}) = 0$,substitute $x = \frac{\pi}{6}$ and $y = 0$:
$-\frac{1}{2} e^{0} = \sin(\frac{\pi}{6}) + C$.
$-\frac{1}{2} = \frac{1}{2} + C$,which implies $C = -1$.
Substituting $C$ back into the equation: $-\frac{1}{2} e^{-2y} = \sin x - 1$.
Multiplying by $-2$: $e^{-2y} = -2 \sin x + 2$.
Rearranging the terms: $2 \sin x + e^{-2y} - 2 = 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
General solution of the differential equation $(y^3+y)(x^2+1) dy = (xy^4+2y^2x) dx$ is (where $C$ is a constant of integration.)
A
$y^2(y^2+1) = C(x^2+1)^2$
B
$y^2(y^2+2) = C(x^2+1)$
C
$y^2(y^2+2) = C(x^2+1)^2$
D
$y^2(y^2+1) = C(x^2+2)^2$

Solution

(C) Given differential equation is $(y^3+y)(x^2+1) dy = x(y^4+2y^2) dx$.
Separating the variables,we get:
$\frac{y^3+y}{y^4+2y^2} dy = \frac{x}{x^2+1} dx$.
Multiply the numerator and denominator of the left side by $2$:
$\frac{1}{2} \int \frac{2y^3+2y}{y^4+2y^2} dy = \int \frac{x}{x^2+1} dx$.
Let $u = y^4+2y^2$,then $du = (4y^3+4y) dy = 2(2y^3+2y) dy$,so $(2y^3+2y) dy = \frac{1}{2} du$.
Substituting this:
$\frac{1}{2} \int \frac{1}{2u} du = \int \frac{x}{x^2+1} dx$.
$\frac{1}{4} \ln|y^4+2y^2| = \frac{1}{2} \ln|x^2+1| + \ln|C_1|$.
Multiply by $4$:
$\ln|y^4+2y^2| = 2 \ln|x^2+1| + 4 \ln|C_1| = \ln|(x^2+1)^2| + \ln|C_1^4|$.
Taking exponential on both sides:
$y^4+2y^2 = C(x^2+1)^2$,where $C = C_1^4$.
$y^2(y^2+2) = C(x^2+1)^2$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The particular solution of $\log \left(\frac{dy}{dx}\right) = 3x + 4y$ at $x = y = 0$ is
A
$3e^{-4y} - 4e^{3x} = 7$
B
$3e^{-4y} + 4e^{3x} = 7$
C
$4e^{-4y} - 3e^{3x} = 7$
D
$4e^{-4y} + 3e^{3x} = 7$

Solution

(B) Given the differential equation $\log \left(\frac{dy}{dx}\right) = 3x + 4y$.
Taking the exponential on both sides,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = e^{3x + 4y} = e^{3x} \cdot e^{4y}$.
Separating the variables,we have $e^{-4y} \, dy = e^{3x} \, dx$.
Integrating both sides,$\int e^{-4y} \, dy = \int e^{3x} \, dx$.
This gives $\frac{e^{-4y}}{-4} = \frac{e^{3x}}{3} + C$.
Given the initial condition $x = 0$ and $y = 0$,we substitute these values into the equation:
$\frac{e^{0}}{-4} = \frac{e^{0}}{3} + C \Rightarrow -\frac{1}{4} = \frac{1}{3} + C$.
$C = -\frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{3} = -\frac{7}{12}$.
Substituting $C$ back into the equation: $\frac{e^{-4y}}{-4} = \frac{e^{3x}}{3} - \frac{7}{12}$.
Multiplying the entire equation by $-12$: $3e^{-4y} = -4e^{3x} + 7$.
Rearranging the terms,we get $3e^{-4y} + 4e^{3x} = 7$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The solution of the differential equation $(1+e^{-x})(1+y^2) \frac{dy}{dx} = y^2$ which passes through the point $(0,1)$ is
A
$y^2+1=y(\log (\frac{1+e^x}{2})+2)$
B
$y^2+1=y(\log ((\frac{1+e^{-x}}{2})+2))$
C
$y^2=1+y \log (\frac{1+e^{-x}}{2})$
D
$y^2=1+y \log (\frac{1+e^x}{2})$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation: $(1+e^{-x})(1+y^2) \frac{dy}{dx} = y^2$
Separate the variables: $\frac{1+y^2}{y^2} dy = \frac{1}{1+e^{-x}} dx$
Since $\frac{1}{1+e^{-x}} = \frac{e^x}{e^x+1}$,we have: $\int (y^{-2} + 1) dy = \int \frac{e^x}{e^x+1} dx$
Integrating both sides: $-\frac{1}{y} + y = \log(1+e^x) + C$
Multiply by $y$: $y^2 - 1 = y \log(1+e^x) + Cy$
$y^2 - 1 = y(\log(1+e^x) + C)$
Given the curve passes through $(0,1)$,substitute $x=0, y=1$:
$1^2 - 1 = 1(\log(1+e^0) + C) \Rightarrow 0 = \log(2) + C \Rightarrow C = -\log(2)$
Substitute $C$ back into the equation: $y^2 - 1 = y(\log(1+e^x) - \log(2))$
$y^2 - 1 = y \log(\frac{1+e^x}{2})$
$y^2 = 1 + y \log(\frac{1+e^x}{2})$
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The differential equation $x^2(y+1) dx + y^2(x-1) dy = 0$ has the general solution given by (where $C$ is a constant of integration.)
A
$(x-1)^2+(y-1)^2+2 \log [(x+1)(y+1)]=C$
B
$(x-1)^2+(y+1)^2+2 \log [(x+1)(y-1)]=C$
C
$(x+1)^2+(y+1)^2+2 \log [(x-1)(y+1)]=C$
D
$(x+1)^2+(y-1)^2+2 \log [(x-1)(y+1)]=C$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation: $x^2(y+1) dx + y^2(x-1) dy = 0$.
Rearranging the terms to separate variables: $\frac{x^2}{x-1} dx + \frac{y^2}{y+1} dy = 0$.
Integrating both sides: $\int \frac{x^2}{x-1} dx + \int \frac{y^2}{y+1} dy = C'$.
Using polynomial division: $\frac{x^2}{x-1} = x+1 + \frac{1}{x-1}$ and $\frac{y^2}{y+1} = y-1 + \frac{1}{y+1}$.
Substituting these into the integral: $\int (x+1 + \frac{1}{x-1}) dx + \int (y-1 + \frac{1}{y+1}) dy = C'$.
Integrating term by term: $(\frac{x^2}{2} + x + \log |x-1|) + (\frac{y^2}{2} - y + \log |y+1|) = C'$.
Multiplying by $2$: $x^2 + 2x + y^2 - 2y + 2 \log |(x-1)(y+1)| = 2C'$.
Completing the squares: $(x^2 + 2x + 1) + (y^2 - 2y + 1) + 2 \log |(x-1)(y+1)| = 2C' + 2$.
$(x+1)^2 + (y-1)^2 + 2 \log |(x-1)(y+1)| = C$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The particular solution of $\frac{dy}{dx} = 1 + x + y^2 + xy^2$,when $y(0) = 0$,is
A
$y = \log \left(1 + \frac{x^2}{2}\right)$
B
$y^3 = \log \left(1 + \frac{x^2}{2}\right)$
C
$y^2 = \tan \left(1 + \frac{x^2}{2}\right)$
D
$y = \tan \left(x + \frac{x^2}{2}\right)$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dy}{dx} = 1 + x + y^2 + xy^2$
Factorizing the right side: $\frac{dy}{dx} = (1 + x)(1 + y^2)$
Separating the variables: $\int \frac{dy}{1 + y^2} = \int (1 + x) dx$
Integrating both sides: $\tan^{-1}(y) = x + \frac{x^2}{2} + C$
Given the initial condition $y(0) = 0$: $\tan^{-1}(0) = 0 + \frac{0^2}{2} + C \Rightarrow C = 0$
Thus,the particular solution is: $\tan^{-1}(y) = x + \frac{x^2}{2}$
Therefore: $y = \tan \left(x + \frac{x^2}{2}\right)$
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The general solution of the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = 1 - x + y - xy$ is (where $C$ is a constant of integration)
A
$\log(1+y) = x + \frac{x^2}{2} + C$
B
$\log(1-x) = \log(1+y) + y + C$
C
$\log(1+y) = y - \frac{x^2}{2} + C$
D
$\log(1+y) = x - \frac{x^2}{2} + C$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dy}{dx} = 1 - x + y - xy$
Factor the right side: $\frac{dy}{dx} = (1 - x) + y(1 - x) = (1 - x)(1 + y)$
Separate the variables: $\frac{dy}{1 + y} = (1 - x) dx$
Integrate both sides: $\int \frac{dy}{1 + y} = \int (1 - x) dx$
This yields: $\log(1 + y) = x - \frac{x^2}{2} + C$
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
General solution of the differential equation $x \cos y \,dy = (x e^x \log x + e^x) dx$ is (where $C$ is a constant of integration.)
A
$\sin y = e^x \log x + C$
B
$\sin y = e^x + C \log x$
C
$\sin y = C e^x + \log x$
D
$e^x \sin y = \log x + C$

Solution

(A) Given differential equation: $x \cos y \,dy = (x e^x \log x + e^x) dx$
Divide both sides by $x$ (assuming $x \neq 0$):
$\cos y \,dy = \left(e^x \log x + \frac{e^x}{x}\right) dx$
Integrating both sides:
$\int \cos y \,dy = \int e^x \left(\log x + \frac{1}{x}\right) dx$
Using the standard integral formula $\int e^x \{f(x) + f'(x)\} dx = e^x f(x) + C$, where $f(x) = \log x$ and $f'(x) = \frac{1}{x}$:
$\sin y = e^x \log x + C$
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The solution of the differential equation $e^{\frac{dy}{dx}} = x+1$ with the initial condition $y(0) = 5$ for $x \in (-1, \infty)$ is:
A
$y = (x-1) \log(x+1) - x - 5$
B
$y = (x+1) \log(x+1) + x + 5$
C
$y = (x-1) \log(x+1) + x - 5$
D
$y = (x+1) \log(x+1) - x + 5$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation $e^{\frac{dy}{dx}} = x+1$.
Taking the natural logarithm on both sides,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = \log_{e}(x+1)$.
Integrating both sides with respect to $x$: $\int dy = \int \log_{e}(x+1) dx$.
Using integration by parts,let $u = \log_{e}(x+1)$ and $dv = dx$. Then $du = \frac{1}{x+1} dx$ and $v = x+1$.
$\int \log_{e}(x+1) dx = (x+1) \log_{e}(x+1) - \int \frac{x+1}{x+1} dx = (x+1) \log_{e}(x+1) - x + C$.
So,$y = (x+1) \log_{e}(x+1) - x + C$.
Given the initial condition $y(0) = 5$,substitute $x=0$ and $y=5$:
$5 = (0+1) \log_{e}(0+1) - 0 + C
\Rightarrow 5 = 1 \cdot \log_{e}(1) - 0 + C
\Rightarrow 5 = 0 - 0 + C
\Rightarrow C = 5$.
Therefore,the solution is $y = (x+1) \log_{e}(x+1) - x + 5$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The solution of the differential equation $(1+x) y \,dx + (1-y) x \,dy = 0$ is
A
$\log(xy) - x + y = C$
B
$\log(\frac{x}{y}) - x + y = C$
C
$\log(xy) - x - y = C$
D
$\log(xy) + x - y = C$

Solution

(D) Given differential equation: $(1+x) y \,dx + (1-y) x \,dy = 0$
Divide both sides by $xy$:
$\frac{1+x}{x} \,dx + \frac{1-y}{y} \,dy = 0$
$(\frac{1}{x} + 1) \,dx + (\frac{1}{y} - 1) \,dy = 0$
Integrate both sides:
$\int (\frac{1}{x} + 1) \,dx + \int (\frac{1}{y} - 1) \,dy = C_1$
$\log|x| + x + \log|y| - y = C_1$
Using the property $\log a + \log b = \log(ab)$:
$\log|xy| + x - y = C$
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The particular solution of $\frac{y}{x} \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1+y^2}{1+x^2}$ when $x=2, y=1$ is
A
$\left(1+y^2\right)=2\left(1+x^2\right)$
B
$2\left(1+y^2\right)=5\left(1+x^2\right)$
C
$2\left(1+y^2\right)=\left(1+x^2\right)$
D
$5\left(1+y^2\right)=2\left(1+x^2\right)$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation: $\frac{y}{x} \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1+y^2}{1+x^2}$
Separating the variables,we get: $\frac{y}{1+y^2} dy = \frac{x}{1+x^2} dx$
Integrating both sides: $\int \frac{y}{1+y^2} dy = \int \frac{x}{1+x^2} dx$
Multiply by $2$ on both sides to facilitate integration: $\int \frac{2y}{1+y^2} dy = \int \frac{2x}{1+x^2} dx$
This results in: $\ln|1+y^2| = \ln|1+x^2| + \ln C$
Using logarithmic properties: $\ln(1+y^2) = \ln(C(1+x^2))$
Thus: $1+y^2 = C(1+x^2)$
Given $x=2$ and $y=1$: $1+(1)^2 = C(1+(2)^2) \Rightarrow 2 = 5C \Rightarrow C = \frac{2}{5}$
Substituting $C$ back into the equation: $1+y^2 = \frac{2}{5}(1+x^2)$
Multiplying by $5$: $5(1+y^2) = 2(1+x^2)$
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ curve passes through the point $\left(1, \frac{\pi}{6}\right)$. Let the slope of the curve at each point $(x, y)$ be given by $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{y}{x} + \sec \left(\frac{y}{x}\right)$,where $x > 0$. Then the equation of the curve is:
A
$\sin \left(\frac{y}{x}\right) = \log x + \frac{1}{2}$
B
$\operatorname{cosec}\left(\frac{y}{x}\right) = \log x + 2$
C
$\cos \left(\frac{2y}{x}\right) = \log x + \frac{1}{2}$
D
$\sec \left(\frac{2y}{x}\right) = \log x + 2$

Solution

(A) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{y}{x} + \sec \left(\frac{y}{x}\right)$.
This is a homogeneous differential equation. Let $v = \frac{y}{x}$,so $y = vx$ and $\frac{dy}{dx} = v + x \frac{dv}{dx}$.
Substituting these into the equation:
$v + x \frac{dv}{dx} = v + \sec v$
$x \frac{dv}{dx} = \sec v$
$\cos v \, dv = \frac{1}{x} \, dx$.
Integrating both sides:
$\int \cos v \, dv = \int \frac{1}{x} \, dx$
$\sin v = \log x + C$.
Substituting $v = \frac{y}{x}$ back:
$\sin \left(\frac{y}{x}\right) = \log x + C$.
The curve passes through $\left(1, \frac{\pi}{6}\right)$,so:
$\sin \left(\frac{\pi/6}{1}\right) = \log(1) + C$
$\sin \left(\frac{\pi}{6}\right) = 0 + C \Rightarrow C = \frac{1}{2}$.
Thus,the equation of the curve is $\sin \left(\frac{y}{x}\right) = \log x + \frac{1}{2}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The general solution of the differential equation $\frac{d y}{d x}=\frac{3 x+y}{x-y}$ is (where $C$ is a constant of integration.)
A
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \tan ^{-1}\left(\frac{y}{x \sqrt{3}}\right)-\log \left(\frac{y^2+3 x^2}{x^2}\right)^{\frac{1}{2}}=\log (x)+C$
B
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \tan ^{-1}\left(\frac{y}{x \sqrt{3}}\right)+\log \left(\frac{y^2+3 x^2}{x^2}\right)^{\frac{1}{2}}=\log (x)+C$
C
$\tan ^{-1}\left(\frac{y}{x}\right)+\log \left(\frac{y^2+3 x^2}{x^2}\right)=\log (x)+C$
D
$\tan ^{-1}\left(\frac{x}{y}\right)+\log \left(\frac{y^2+3 x^2}{x^2}\right)=\log (x)+C$

Solution

(A) Given the differential equation $\frac{d y}{d x}=\frac{3 x+y}{x-y}$.
Since it is a homogeneous differential equation,let $y=vx$,then $\frac{dy}{dx} = v + x\frac{dv}{dx}$.
Substituting these into the equation:
$v + x\frac{dv}{dx} = \frac{3x+vx}{x-vx} = \frac{3+v}{1-v}$.
$x\frac{dv}{dx} = \frac{3+v}{1-v} - v = \frac{3+v-v+v^2}{1-v} = \frac{3+v^2}{1-v}$.
Separating the variables:
$\int \frac{1-v}{3+v^2} dv = \int \frac{dx}{x}$.
$\int \frac{1}{3+v^2} dv - \int \frac{v}{3+v^2} dv = \int \frac{dx}{x}$.
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{v}{\sqrt{3}}\right) - \frac{1}{2} \log(3+v^2) = \log|x| + C$.
Substituting $v = \frac{y}{x}$ back:
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{y}{x\sqrt{3}}\right) - \frac{1}{2} \log\left(3+\frac{y^2}{x^2}\right) = \log|x| + C$.
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{y}{x\sqrt{3}}\right) - \frac{1}{2} \log\left(\frac{3x^2+y^2}{x^2}\right) = \log|x| + C$.
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{y}{x\sqrt{3}}\right) - \log\left(\frac{y^2+3x^2}{x^2}\right)^{\frac{1}{2}} = \log|x| + C$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The general solution of the differential equation $e^{\frac{1}{2}\left(\frac{dy}{dx}\right)}=3^x$ is (where $C$ is a constant of integration).
A
$y=x \log 3+C$
B
$y=x^2 \log 3+C$
C
$y=2x \log 3+C$
D
$x=(\log 3)y^2+C$

Solution

(B) Given the differential equation: $e^{\frac{1}{2}\left(\frac{dy}{dx}\right)}=3^x$
Taking the natural logarithm on both sides: $\frac{1}{2}\frac{dy}{dx} = \log_e(3^x)$
Using the property $\log(a^b) = b \log a$,we get: $\frac{1}{2}\frac{dy}{dx} = x \log_e 3$
Multiplying both sides by $2$: $\frac{dy}{dx} = 2x \log_e 3$
Integrating both sides with respect to $x$: $y = \int (2 \log_e 3) x \, dx$
$y = (2 \log_e 3) \frac{x^2}{2} + C$
$y = x^2 \log_e 3 + C$
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The general solution of the differential equation $x^2+y^2-2xy \frac{dy}{dx}=0$ is (where $C$ is a constant of integration.)
A
$2(x^2-y^2)+x=C$
B
$x^2+y^2=Cx$
C
$x^2-y^2=Cx$
D
$x^2+y^2=Cy$

Solution

(C) Given differential equation: $x^2+y^2-2xy \frac{dy}{dx}=0$
Rearranging the terms: $2xy \frac{dy}{dx} = x^2+y^2$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{x^2+y^2}{2xy}$
This is a homogeneous differential equation. Let $y = vx$,then $\frac{dy}{dx} = v + x \frac{dv}{dx}$.
Substituting these into the equation: $v + x \frac{dv}{dx} = \frac{x^2 + (vx)^2}{2x(vx)} = \frac{x^2(1+v^2)}{2x^2v} = \frac{1+v^2}{2v}$
$x \frac{dv}{dx} = \frac{1+v^2}{2v} - v = \frac{1+v^2-2v^2}{2v} = \frac{1-v^2}{2v}$
Separating the variables: $\frac{2v}{1-v^2} dv = \frac{dx}{x}$
Integrating both sides: $\int \frac{2v}{1-v^2} dv = \int \frac{dx}{x}$
Let $1-v^2 = t$,then $-2v dv = dt$,so $2v dv = -dt$.
$-\int \frac{dt}{t} = \int \frac{dx}{x} \Rightarrow -\ln|t| = \ln|x| + \ln|C_1|$
$-\ln|1-v^2| = \ln|x| + \ln|C_1| = \ln|C_1 x|$
$\ln|1-v^2|^{-1} = \ln|C_1 x| \Rightarrow \frac{1}{1-v^2} = C_1 x$
Substituting $v = y/x$: $\frac{1}{1-(y^2/x^2)} = C_1 x \Rightarrow \frac{x^2}{x^2-y^2} = C_1 x$
$\frac{x}{x^2-y^2} = C_1 \Rightarrow x = C_1(x^2-y^2)$
Rearranging gives $x^2-y^2 = Cx$ (where $C = 1/C_1$ is an arbitrary constant).
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The particular solution of the differential equation $(2x - 2y + 3)dx - (x - y + 1)dy = 0$ when $x = 0, y = 1$ is
A
$x - 2y - \log(x - y + 2) + 2 = 0$
B
$x - y - \log(x - y + 2) + 1 = 0$
C
$2x + y - \log(x - y + 2) - 1 = 0$
D
$2x - y - \log(x - y + 2) + 1 = 0$

Solution

(D) Given differential equation: $(2x - 2y + 3)dx - (x - y + 1)dy = 0$
$\Rightarrow \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{2(x - y) + 3}{x - y + 1}$
Let $v = x - y$. Then $\frac{dv}{dx} = 1 - \frac{dy}{dx}$,so $\frac{dy}{dx} = 1 - \frac{dv}{dx}$.
Substituting into the equation: $1 - \frac{dv}{dx} = \frac{2v + 3}{v + 1}$
$\Rightarrow \frac{dv}{dx} = 1 - \frac{2v + 3}{v + 1} = \frac{v + 1 - 2v - 3}{v + 1} = \frac{-(v + 2)}{v + 1}$
$\Rightarrow \frac{v + 1}{v + 2} dv = -dx$
$\Rightarrow \int \left(1 - \frac{1}{v + 2}\right) dv = \int -dx$
$\Rightarrow v - \log|v + 2| = -x + C$
Substitute $v = x - y$: $(x - y) - \log|x - y + 2| = -x + C$
$\Rightarrow 2x - y - \log|x - y + 2| = C$
Given $x = 0, y = 1$: $2(0) - 1 - \log|0 - 1 + 2| = C \Rightarrow -1 - \log(1) = C \Rightarrow C = -1$
Thus,the particular solution is $2x - y - \log(x - y + 2) = -1$ or $2x - y - \log(x - y + 2) + 1 = 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The differential equation $y^{\prime} = \frac{y}{x + \sqrt{xy}}$ has a general solution given by (where $C$ is a constant of integration):
A
$y = C e^{2 \sqrt{x/y}}$
B
$2\sqrt{x/y} = \ln|y| + C$
C
$2\sqrt{x/y} = \ln|x| + C$
D
$y = x(C - \ln|x|)^2$

Solution

(C) Given the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{y}{x + \sqrt{xy}}$.
Since it is a homogeneous differential equation,let $y = vx$,then $\frac{dy}{dx} = v + x\frac{dv}{dx}$.
Substituting these into the equation: $v + x\frac{dv}{dx} = \frac{vx}{x + \sqrt{x^2v}} = \frac{vx}{x(1 + \sqrt{v})} = \frac{v}{1 + \sqrt{v}}$.
$x\frac{dv}{dx} = \frac{v}{1 + \sqrt{v}} - v = \frac{v - v - v\sqrt{v}}{1 + \sqrt{v}} = \frac{-v\sqrt{v}}{1 + \sqrt{v}}$.
Separating variables: $-\frac{1 + \sqrt{v}}{v\sqrt{v}} dv = \frac{dx}{x} \Rightarrow -(\frac{1}{v^{3/2}} + \frac{1}{v}) dv = \frac{dx}{x}$.
Integrating both sides: $-\int (v^{-3/2} + v^{-1}) dv = \int \frac{1}{x} dx$.
$-(-2v^{-1/2} - \ln|v|) = \ln|x| + C$.
$2\frac{1}{\sqrt{v}} + \ln|v| = \ln|x| + C$.
Since $v = y/x$,we have $2\sqrt{x/y} + \ln(y/x) = \ln|x| + C$.
$2\sqrt{x/y} + \ln|y| - \ln|x| = \ln|x| + C$.
$2\sqrt{x/y} = \ln|x| - \ln|y| + \ln|x| + C = 2\ln|x| - \ln|y| + C$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The particular solution of the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} - e^x = y e^x$,when $x = 0$ and $y = 1$ is
A
$\log \left(\frac{y+1}{2}\right) = \frac{e^x}{2} - \frac{1}{2}$
B
$\log \left(\frac{y+1}{2}\right) = e^x - 1$
C
$\log (y-1) = e^x - 1$
D
$\log 2(y-1) = e^x - 1$

Solution

(B) Given differential equation: $\frac{dy}{dx} - e^x = y e^x$
Rearranging the terms: $\frac{dy}{dx} = y e^x + e^x = (y+1) e^x$
Separating the variables: $\int \frac{dy}{y+1} = \int e^x dx$
Integrating both sides: $\log |y+1| = e^x + C$
Given the initial condition $x = 0$ and $y = 1$:
$\log |1+1| = e^0 + C$
$\log 2 = 1 + C \Rightarrow C = \log 2 - 1$
Substituting $C$ back into the general solution:
$\log (y+1) = e^x + \log 2 - 1$
$\log (y+1) - \log 2 = e^x - 1$
Using the property $\log a - \log b = \log \left(\frac{a}{b}\right)$:
$\log \left(\frac{y+1}{2}\right) = e^x - 1$
166
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $(x^2+y^2) dy = xy dx$,with $y(x_0) = e$ and $y(1) = 1$,then $x_0$ has the value:
A
$\sqrt{3} e$
B
$\sqrt{2} e$
C
$e$
D
$\sqrt{3} e^2$

Solution

(A) Given the differential equation: $(x^2+y^2) dy = xy dx$.
Rearranging,we get: $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{xy}{x^2+y^2}$.
This is a homogeneous differential equation. Let $y = vx$,then $\frac{dy}{dx} = v + x \frac{dv}{dx}$.
Substituting into the equation: $v + x \frac{dv}{dx} = \frac{x(vx)}{x^2+(vx)^2} = \frac{vx^2}{x^2(1+v^2)} = \frac{v}{1+v^2}$.
$x \frac{dv}{dx} = \frac{v}{1+v^2} - v = \frac{v - v - v^3}{1+v^2} = -\frac{v^3}{1+v^2}$.
Separating variables: $\int \frac{1+v^2}{v^3} dv = -\int \frac{dx}{x}$.
$\int (v^{-3} + v^{-1}) dv = -\ln|x| + C$.
$-\frac{1}{2v^2} + \ln|v| = -\ln|x| + C$.
$-\frac{x^2}{2y^2} + \ln|y/x| = -\ln|x| + C$.
$-\frac{x^2}{2y^2} + \ln|y| - \ln|x| = -\ln|x| + C$.
$-\frac{x^2}{2y^2} + \ln|y| = C$.
Using $y(1) = 1$: $-\frac{1^2}{2(1)^2} + \ln(1) = C \Rightarrow C = -\frac{1}{2}$.
So,$-\frac{x^2}{2y^2} + \ln|y| = -\frac{1}{2}$.
For $y(x_0) = e$: $-\frac{x_0^2}{2e^2} + \ln(e) = -\frac{1}{2}$.
$-\frac{x_0^2}{2e^2} + 1 = -\frac{1}{2} \Rightarrow \frac{x_0^2}{2e^2} = \frac{3}{2}$.
$x_0^2 = 3e^2 \Rightarrow x_0 = \sqrt{3}e$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
An ice ball melts at a rate proportional to the amount of ice present at that instant. Half of the initial quantity of ice melts in $15 \text{ minutes}$. Let $x_0$ be the initial quantity of ice. If after $30 \text{ minutes}$ the amount of ice left is $k x_0$,then the value of $k$ is:
A
$1/2$
B
$1/3$
C
$1/4$
D
$1/8$

Solution

(C) Let $x(t)$ be the amount of ice at time $t$. The rate of melting is proportional to the amount of ice,so $\frac{dx}{dt} = -cx$,where $c > 0$.
Integrating this,we get $x(t) = x_0 e^{-ct}$.
Given that half the ice melts in $15 \text{ minutes}$,at $t = 15$,$x(15) = \frac{1}{2} x_0$.
So,$\frac{1}{2} x_0 = x_0 e^{-15c}$,which implies $e^{-15c} = \frac{1}{2}$.
We need to find the amount of ice left after $30 \text{ minutes}$,which is $x(30) = x_0 e^{-30c}$.
$x(30) = x_0 (e^{-15c})^2 = x_0 \left(\frac{1}{2}\right)^2 = \frac{1}{4} x_0$.
Comparing this with $k x_0$,we get $k = \frac{1}{4}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
The assets of a person are increasing at a rate proportional to the square root of the assets at a given time. His assets increase from Rupees $9$ crores to Rupees $16$ crores in $2$ years,then his assets at the end of $5$ more years will be
A
$46.25$ crores
B
$42.25$ crores
C
$30.25$ crores
D
$56.25$ crores

Solution

(B) Let $x$ be the assets at time $t$. Given $\frac{dx}{dt} = k \sqrt{x}$.
Separating variables,we get $\frac{dx}{\sqrt{x}} = k dt$.
Integrating both sides,$\int x^{-1/2} dx = \int k dt$,which gives $2 \sqrt{x} = kt + C$.
At $t = 0$,$x = 9$,so $2 \sqrt{9} = k(0) + C \Rightarrow C = 6$.
Thus,$2 \sqrt{x} = kt + 6$.
At $t = 2$,$x = 16$,so $2 \sqrt{16} = k(2) + 6 \Rightarrow 8 = 2k + 6 \Rightarrow 2k = 2 \Rightarrow k = 1$.
The equation becomes $2 \sqrt{x} = t + 6$.
After $5$ more years,$t = 2 + 5 = 7$.
Substituting $t = 7$,$2 \sqrt{x} = 7 + 6 = 13$.
$\sqrt{x} = 6.5$.
$x = (6.5)^2 = 42.25$ crores.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
If a body is heated to $110^{\circ} C$ and placed in air at $10^{\circ} C$,and after $1 \text{ hour}$ its temperature is $60^{\circ} C$,then the additional time required for it to cool to $30^{\circ} C$ is
A
$\frac{\log 5}{\log 2} \text{ hrs}$
B
$\frac{\log 2}{\log 5} \text{ hrs}$
C
$\left(\frac{\log 5}{\log 2}-1\right) \text{ hrs}$
D
$\left(\frac{\log 5}{\log 2}+1\right) \text{ hrs}$

Solution

(C) According to Newton's Law of Cooling,$\frac{dT}{dt} = -K(T - T_s)$,where $T_s = 10^{\circ} C$ is the surrounding temperature.
Integrating this,we get $T(t) = T_s + (T_0 - T_s)e^{-Kt}$.
Given $T_0 = 110^{\circ} C$ and $T_s = 10^{\circ} C$,the equation becomes $T(t) = 10 + 100e^{-Kt}$.
At $t = 1 \text{ hour}$,$T = 60^{\circ} C$:
$60 = 10 + 100e^{-K(1)} \Rightarrow 50 = 100e^{-K} \Rightarrow e^{-K} = \frac{1}{2} \Rightarrow K = \log 2$.
Now,we find the total time $t$ required to reach $T = 30^{\circ} C$:
$30 = 10 + 100e^{-(\log 2)t} \Rightarrow 20 = 100e^{-(\log 2)t} \Rightarrow \frac{1}{5} = e^{-(\log 2)t}$.
Taking the natural logarithm on both sides:
$-\log 5 = -(\log 2)t \Rightarrow t = \frac{\log 5}{\log 2}$.
The additional time required is $t - 1 = \frac{\log 5}{\log 2} - 1 \text{ hours}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
For $x \in R$,$f(x) = |\log 2 - \sin x|$ and $g(x) = f(f(x))$,then
A
$g^{\prime}(0) = -\cos(\log 2)$
B
$g$ is not differentiable at $x = 0$.
C
$g^{\prime}(0) = \cos(\log 2)$
D
$g$ is differentiable at $x = 0$ and $g^{\prime}(0) = -\sin(\log 2)$.

Solution

(C) Given $f(x) = |\log 2 - \sin x|$. Since $\log 2 \approx 0.693$ and $\sin x$ is small near $x=0$,$\log 2 - \sin x > 0$ for $x$ near $0$.
Thus,$f(x) = \log 2 - \sin x$ for $x$ in a neighborhood of $0$.
Then $g(x) = f(f(x)) = \log 2 - \sin(\log 2 - \sin x)$.
Since $g(x)$ is a composition of differentiable functions near $x=0$,it is differentiable at $x=0$.
Now,$g^{\prime}(x) = -\cos(\log 2 - \sin x) \cdot (-\cos x) = \cos(\log 2 - \sin x) \cdot \cos x$.
Evaluating at $x=0$: $g^{\prime}(0) = \cos(\log 2 - \sin 0) \cdot \cos 0 = \cos(\log 2) \cdot 1 = \cos(\log 2)$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $\sqrt{y-\sqrt{y-\sqrt{y-\ldots \infty}}} = \sqrt{x+\sqrt{x+\sqrt{x+\ldots \infty}}}$,then $\frac{dy}{dx} = $
A
$\frac{y-x-1}{y-x+1}$
B
$\frac{y+x+1}{y+x-1}$
C
$\frac{y-x+1}{x+y+1}$
D
$\frac{y-x+1}{y-x-1}$

Solution

(D) Let $\sqrt{y-\sqrt{y-\sqrt{y-\ldots \infty}}} = \sqrt{x+\sqrt{x+\sqrt{x+\ldots \infty}}} = z$.
Since the expressions are infinite,we can write:
$y - z = z^2 \Rightarrow y = z^2 + z$
$x + z = z^2 \Rightarrow x = z^2 - z$
Now,differentiate both with respect to $z$:
$\frac{dy}{dz} = 2z + 1$
$\frac{dx}{dz} = 2z - 1$
Using the chain rule,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{dy/dz}{dx/dz} = \frac{2z+1}{2z-1}$.
From the equations $y = z^2 + z$ and $x = z^2 - z$,we subtract them:
$y - x = (z^2 + z) - (z^2 - z) = 2z$.
Substituting $2z = y - x$ into the derivative expression:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{(y-x) + 1}{(y-x) - 1} = \frac{y-x+1}{y-x-1}$.
172
MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $y^{\frac{1}{m}}+y^{-\frac{1}{m}}=2x$,where $x \neq 1$,then $(x^2-1)(\frac{dy}{dx})^2$ is equal to
A
$m^2 y$
B
$m^2 y^2$
C
$m y^2$
D
$\frac{m y^2}{2}$

Solution

(B) Given $y^{\frac{1}{m}}+y^{-\frac{1}{m}}=2x$.
Squaring both sides,we get $(y^{\frac{1}{m}}+y^{-\frac{1}{m}})^2 = (2x)^2$,which implies $y^{\frac{2}{m}}+y^{-\frac{2}{m}}+2 = 4x^2$,so $y^{\frac{2}{m}}+y^{-\frac{2}{m}} = 4x^2-2$ ... $(1)$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $y$,we get $\frac{1}{m} y^{\frac{1}{m}-1} - \frac{1}{m} y^{-\frac{1}{m}-1} = 2 \frac{dx}{dy}$.
Multiplying by $my$,we get $y^{\frac{1}{m}} - y^{-\frac{1}{m}} = 2my \frac{dx}{dy} = \frac{2my}{dy/dx}$.
Squaring both sides,we get $(y^{\frac{1}{m}}-y^{-\frac{1}{m}})^2 = \frac{4m^2y^2}{(dy/dx)^2}$.
This simplifies to $y^{\frac{2}{m}}+y^{-\frac{2}{m}}-2 = \frac{4m^2y^2}{(dy/dx)^2}$ ... $(2)$
Subtracting $(2)$ from $(1)$,we get $(y^{\frac{2}{m}}+y^{-\frac{2}{m}}+2) - (y^{\frac{2}{m}}+y^{-\frac{2}{m}}-2) = 4x^2 - \frac{4m^2y^2}{(dy/dx)^2}$.
$4 = 4x^2 - \frac{4m^2y^2}{(dy/dx)^2}$.
Dividing by $4$,we get $1 = x^2 - \frac{m^2y^2}{(dy/dx)^2}$.
Rearranging the terms,we get $\frac{m^2y^2}{(dy/dx)^2} = x^2-1$.
Therefore,$(x^2-1)(\frac{dy}{dx})^2 = m^2y^2$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $x^y = e^{x-y}$,then $\frac{dy}{dx} = $
A
$\frac{\log x}{1+\log x}$
B
$\frac{\log x}{x(1+\log x)^2}$
C
$\frac{\log x}{(1+\log x)^2}$
D
$\frac{x \log x}{(1+\log x)^2}$

Solution

(C) Given $x^y = e^{x-y}$.
Taking logarithm on both sides,we get:
$y \log x = x - y$
$y(1 + \log x) = x$
$y = \frac{x}{1 + \log x} \quad \dots(1)$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the quotient rule:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{(1 + \log x) \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(x) - x \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(1 + \log x)}{(1 + \log x)^2}$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{(1 + \log x)(1) - x \cdot (\frac{1}{x})}{(1 + \log x)^2}$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1 + \log x - 1}{(1 + \log x)^2}$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{\log x}{(1 + \log x)^2}$
Solution diagram
174
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $e^x+e^y=e^{x+y}$,then $\frac{dy}{dx}=$
A
$-e^{y-x}$
B
$e^{x-y}$
C
$-e^{x-y}$
D
$e^{y-x}$

Solution

(A) Given the equation: $e^x + e^y = e^{x+y}$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$:
$\frac{d}{dx}(e^x) + \frac{d}{dx}(e^y) = \frac{d}{dx}(e^{x+y})$
$e^x + e^y \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} = e^{x+y} \cdot (1 + \frac{dy}{dx})$
$e^x + e^y \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} = e^{x+y} + e^{x+y} \cdot \frac{dy}{dx}$
Rearranging the terms to isolate $\frac{dy}{dx}$:
$e^y \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} - e^{x+y} \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} = e^{x+y} - e^x$
$\frac{dy}{dx} (e^y - e^{x+y}) = e^{x+y} - e^x$
Since $e^{x+y} = e^x + e^y$,substitute this into the equation:
$\frac{dy}{dx} (e^y - (e^x + e^y)) = (e^x + e^y) - e^x$
$\frac{dy}{dx} (e^y - e^x - e^y) = e^y$
$\frac{dy}{dx} (-e^x) = e^y$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{e^y}{e^x} = -e^{y-x}$
175
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $xy = \tan^{-1}(xy) + \cot^{-1}(xy)$,then $\left(\frac{dy}{dx}\right)_{(4,2)} = ?$ (where $x, y \in \mathbb{R}$)
A
$\frac{-1}{2}$
B
$-2$
C
$2$
D
$\frac{1}{2}$

Solution

(A) We know the trigonometric identity $\tan^{-1}(u) + \cot^{-1}(u) = \frac{\pi}{2}$ for all $u \in \mathbb{R}$.
Given the equation $xy = \tan^{-1}(xy) + \cot^{-1}(xy)$,we can substitute the identity to get $xy = \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the product rule:
$y + x \frac{dy}{dx} = 0$.
Solving for $\frac{dy}{dx}$,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{y}{x}$.
Evaluating this at the point $(4, 2)$:
$\left(\frac{dy}{dx}\right)_{(4,2)} = -\frac{2}{4} = -\frac{1}{2}$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $\log (x+y)=\log (xy)+3$,then $\frac{dy}{dx}=$
A
$\left(\frac{y}{x}\right)^2$
B
$-\left(\frac{x}{y}\right)^2$
C
$-\left(\frac{y}{x}\right)^2$
D
$\left(\frac{x}{y}\right)^2$

Solution

(C) Given the equation: $\log (x+y) = \log (xy) + 3$
Using the property of logarithms $\log a - \log b = \log (\frac{a}{b})$,we get:
$\log (x+y) - \log (xy) = 3$
$\log \left(\frac{x+y}{xy}\right) = 3$
Converting from logarithmic to exponential form:
$\frac{x+y}{xy} = e^3$
$\frac{x}{xy} + \frac{y}{xy} = e^3$
$\frac{1}{y} + \frac{1}{x} = e^3$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$:
$\frac{d}{dx} (y^{-1}) + \frac{d}{dx} (x^{-1}) = \frac{d}{dx} (e^3)$
$-y^{-2} \frac{dy}{dx} - x^{-2} = 0$
$-\frac{1}{y^2} \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{x^2}$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{y^2}{x^2} = -\left(\frac{y}{x}\right)^2$
177
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $\log (x+y)=\log (x y)+a$,where $a$ is a constant,then $\frac{dy}{dx}$ at $x=2$ and $y=4$ is
A
$-4$
B
$-8$
C
$4$
D
$8$

Solution

(A) Given the equation: $\log (x+y) = \log (xy) + a$
Using logarithmic properties,we can rewrite this as: $\log (x+y) - \log (xy) = a$
$\log \left( \frac{x+y}{xy} \right) = a$
$\frac{x+y}{xy} = e^a$
$\frac{1}{y} + \frac{1}{x} = e^a$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$:
$-\frac{1}{y^2} \frac{dy}{dx} - \frac{1}{x^2} = 0$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{y^2}{x^2}$
Substituting $x=2$ and $y=4$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{4^2}{2^2} = -\frac{16}{4} = -4$
178
MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $x = \sec \theta - \cos \theta$ and $y = \sec^n \theta - \cos^n \theta$,then $\left(\frac{dy}{dx}\right)^2$ is equal to
A
$\frac{n^2(y^2 + 4)}{x^2 + 4}$
B
$\frac{n^2(y^2 - 4)}{x^2 - 4}$
C
$\frac{n^2 y^2}{x^2} - 4$
D
$\frac{n^2(y^2 + 4)}{x^2}$

Solution

(A) Given $x = \sec \theta - \cos \theta$ and $y = \sec^n \theta - \cos^n \theta$.
We know that $(\sec^n \theta + \cos^n \theta)^2 = (\sec^n \theta - \cos^n \theta)^2 + 4(\sec^n \theta \cdot \cos^n \theta) = y^2 + 4$.
Similarly,$(\sec \theta + \cos \theta)^2 = x^2 + 4$.
Now,$\frac{dy}{d\theta} = n \sec^{n-1} \theta \cdot \sec \theta \tan \theta - n \cos^{n-1} \theta \cdot (-\sin \theta) = n \tan \theta (\sec^n \theta + \cos^n \theta)$.
And $\frac{dx}{d\theta} = \sec \theta \tan \theta + \sin \theta = \tan \theta (\sec \theta + \cos \theta)$.
Therefore,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{n \tan \theta (\sec^n \theta + \cos^n \theta)}{\tan \theta (\sec \theta + \cos \theta)} = n \frac{\sec^n \theta + \cos^n \theta}{\sec \theta + \cos \theta}$.
Squaring both sides,$\left(\frac{dy}{dx}\right)^2 = n^2 \frac{(\sec^n \theta + \cos^n \theta)^2}{(\sec \theta + \cos \theta)^2} = \frac{n^2(y^2 + 4)}{x^2 + 4}$.
179
MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $x = \sqrt{a^{\sin^{-1} t}}$ and $y = \sqrt{a^{\cos^{-1} t}}$,then $\frac{dy}{dx} = $
A
$\frac{y}{x}$
B
$\frac{-x}{y}$
C
$\frac{x}{y}$
D
$-\frac{y}{x}$

Solution

(D) Given $x = \sqrt{a^{\sin^{-1} t}}$ and $y = \sqrt{a^{\cos^{-1} t}}$.
We know that $\sin^{-1} t + \cos^{-1} t = \frac{\pi}{2}$,so $\cos^{-1} t = \frac{\pi}{2} - \sin^{-1} t$.
Thus,$y = \sqrt{a^{\frac{\pi}{2} - \sin^{-1} t}} = \sqrt{\frac{a^{\pi/2}}{a^{\sin^{-1} t}}} = \frac{\sqrt{a^{\pi/2}}}{\sqrt{a^{\sin^{-1} t}}} = \frac{k}{x}$,where $k = \sqrt{a^{\pi/2}}$ is a constant.
Now,$xy = k$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$:
$x \frac{dy}{dx} + y(1) = 0$.
$x \frac{dy}{dx} = -y$.
$\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{y}{x}$.
180
MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $x=\cos ^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{\sqrt{1+t^2}}\right)$ and $y=\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{t}{\sqrt{1+t^2}}\right)$,then $\frac{dy}{dx}$ is
A
$0$
B
$\frac{\sin t}{\cos t}$
C
$1$
D
$\sin t \cdot \cos t$

Solution

(C) Let $t = \tan \theta$. Then $\theta = \tan^{-1} t$.
$x = \cos^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{\sqrt{1+\tan^2 \theta}}\right) = \cos^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{\sec \theta}\right) = \cos^{-1}(\cos \theta) = \theta$.
$y = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{\tan \theta}{\sqrt{1+\tan^2 \theta}}\right) = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{\tan \theta}{\sec \theta}\right) = \sin^{-1}(\sin \theta) = \theta$.
Since $x = \theta$ and $y = \theta$,we have $y = x$.
Therefore,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx}(x) = 1$.
181
MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $x = t + \frac{1}{t}$ and $y = t - \frac{1}{t}$,then $\frac{dy}{dx} = $
A
$\frac{1 - t^2}{1 + t^2}$
B
$\frac{t^2 + 1}{t^2 - 1}$
C
$\frac{1 + t^2}{1 - t^2}$
D
$\frac{t^2 - 1}{t^2 + 1}$

Solution

(B) Given $x = t + \frac{1}{t}$ and $y = t - \frac{1}{t}$.
First,differentiate $x$ with respect to $t$:
$\frac{dx}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(t + t^{-1}) = 1 - t^{-2} = 1 - \frac{1}{t^2} = \frac{t^2 - 1}{t^2}$.
Next,differentiate $y$ with respect to $t$:
$\frac{dy}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(t - t^{-1}) = 1 - (-t^{-2}) = 1 + \frac{1}{t^2} = \frac{t^2 + 1}{t^2}$.
Now,use the chain rule for parametric differentiation:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{dy/dt}{dx/dt} = \frac{(t^2 + 1)/t^2}{(t^2 - 1)/t^2} = \frac{t^2 + 1}{t^2 - 1}$.
182
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $y = (x^x)^x$,then $\frac{dy}{dx} = $
A
$x^{x^2}(1+\log x)$
B
$x \cdot x^{x^2}(1+\log x)$
C
$x^{x^2}(1+2 \log x)$
D
$x \cdot x^{x^2}(2 \log x+1)$

Solution

(D) Given $y = (x^x)^x$.
Using the exponent rule $(a^m)^n = a^{mn}$,we have $y = x^{x \cdot x} = x^{x^2}$.
Taking the natural logarithm on both sides: $\log y = \log(x^{x^2}) = x^2 \log x$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$:
$\frac{1}{y} \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx}(x^2 \log x)$.
Using the product rule:
$\frac{1}{y} \frac{dy}{dx} = x^2 \cdot \frac{1}{x} + (\log x) \cdot (2x) = x + 2x \log x$.
$\frac{dy}{dx} = y(x + 2x \log x) = x^{x^2} \cdot x(1 + 2 \log x)$.
Thus,$\frac{dy}{dx} = x \cdot x^{x^2}(1 + 2 \log x)$.
183
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $x=e^{(x/y)}$,then $\frac{dy}{dx}=$
A
$\frac{x-y}{x \log x}$
B
$\frac{x-y}{y \log x}$
C
$\frac{x-y}{x \log x}$
D
$\frac{x+y}{x \log x}$

Solution

(C) Given $x = e^{(x/y)}$.
Taking natural logarithm on both sides,we get $\log x = \frac{x}{y}$.
This implies $y \log x = x$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the product rule:
$\frac{dy}{dx} \cdot \log x + y \cdot \frac{1}{x} = 1$.
Multiplying the entire equation by $x$:
$x \log x \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} + y = x$.
Rearranging the terms to solve for $\frac{dy}{dx}$:
$x \log x \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} = x - y$.
Therefore,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{x-y}{x \log x}$.
184
MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $y=3 \cos (\log x)+4 \sin (\log x)$,then $x^2 y_2+x y_1=$
A
xy
B
$-x y$
C
$-y$
D
y

Solution

(C) Given $y=3 \cos (\log x)+4 \sin (\log x)$.
First,differentiate with respect to $x$:
$y_1 = \frac{dy}{dx} = -3 \sin (\log x) \cdot \frac{1}{x} + 4 \cos (\log x) \cdot \frac{1}{x}$.
Multiply both sides by $x$:
$x y_1 = -3 \sin (\log x) + 4 \cos (\log x)$.
Differentiate again with respect to $x$ using the product rule on the left side:
$1 \cdot y_1 + x \cdot y_2 = -3 \cos (\log x) \cdot \frac{1}{x} - 4 \sin (\log x) \cdot \frac{1}{x}$.
Multiply the entire equation by $x$:
$x y_1 + x^2 y_2 = -3 \cos (\log x) - 4 \sin (\log x)$.
Factor out $-1$ from the right side:
$x^2 y_2 + x y_1 = -(3 \cos (\log x) + 4 \sin (\log x))$.
Since $y = 3 \cos (\log x) + 4 \sin (\log x)$,we have:
$x^2 y_2 + x y_1 = -y$.
185
MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
For $x>1$,if $(2x)^{2y} = 4e^{2x-2y}$,then $(1+\log 2x)^2 \frac{dy}{dx}$ is equal to
A
$\frac{\log 2x + \log 2}{x}$
B
$\frac{x \log 2x - \log 2}{x}$
C
$\frac{x \log 2x + \log 2}{x}$
D
$\frac{\log 2x - \log 2}{x}$

Solution

(B) Given: $(2x)^{2y} = 4e^{2x-2y}$
Taking natural logarithm on both sides:
$2y \log(2x) = \log 4 + 2x - 2y$
$2y \log(2x) = 2 \log 2 + 2x - 2y$
Dividing by $2$:
$y \log(2x) = \log 2 + x - y$
$y(1 + \log 2x) = x + \log 2$
$y = \frac{x + \log 2}{1 + \log 2x}$ ... $(1)$
Now,differentiating $y \log(2x) = \log 2 + x - y$ with respect to $x$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} \log(2x) + y \cdot \frac{1}{2x} \cdot 2 = 0 + 1 - \frac{dy}{dx}$
$\frac{dy}{dx} \log(2x) + \frac{y}{x} = 1 - \frac{dy}{dx}$
$\frac{dy}{dx} (1 + \log 2x) = 1 - \frac{y}{x} = \frac{x - y}{x}$
Substitute $y$ from $(1)$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} (1 + \log 2x) = \frac{x - \frac{x + \log 2}{1 + \log 2x}}{x} = \frac{x(1 + \log 2x) - x - \log 2}{x(1 + \log 2x)}$
$\frac{dy}{dx} (1 + \log 2x) = \frac{x + x \log 2x - x - \log 2}{x(1 + \log 2x)} = \frac{x \log 2x - \log 2}{x(1 + \log 2x)}$
Multiplying both sides by $(1 + \log 2x)$:
$(1 + \log 2x)^2 \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{x \log 2x - \log 2}{x}$
186
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $y=\log \sqrt{\frac{1+\sin x}{1-\sin x}}$,then $\frac{d y}{d x}$ at $x=\frac{\pi}{3}$ is
A
$2$
B
$\frac{1}{4}$
C
$\frac{1}{2}$
D
$\frac{-1}{2}$

Solution

(A) Given $y = \log \sqrt{\frac{1+\sin x}{1-\sin x}} = \frac{1}{2} \log \left( \frac{1+\sin x}{1-\sin x} \right) = \frac{1}{2} \{ \log(1+\sin x) - \log(1-\sin x) \}$.
Now,differentiating with respect to $x$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{\cos x}{1+\sin x} - \frac{-\cos x}{1-\sin x} \right) = \frac{1}{2} \cos x \left( \frac{1}{1+\sin x} + \frac{1}{1-\sin x} \right)$.
Simplifying the expression inside the bracket:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{2} \cos x \left( \frac{1-\sin x + 1+\sin x}{(1+\sin x)(1-\sin x)} \right) = \frac{1}{2} \cos x \left( \frac{2}{1-\sin^2 x} \right) = \frac{1}{2} \cos x \left( \frac{2}{\cos^2 x} \right) = \frac{1}{\cos x} = \sec x$.
At $x = \frac{\pi}{3}$,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \sec \left( \frac{\pi}{3} \right) = 2$.
187
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$\frac{d}{dx} \left( \log \sqrt{\frac{1+\sin x}{1-\sin x}} \right) = $
A
$\cos^2 x$
B
$\sec^2 x$
C
$\cos x$
D
$\sec x$

Solution

(D) Let $y = \log \sqrt{\frac{1+\sin x}{1-\sin x}}$.
Using logarithmic properties,$y = \frac{1}{2} \log \left( \frac{1+\sin x}{1-\sin x} \right) = \frac{1}{2} [\log(1+\sin x) - \log(1-\sin x)]$.
Differentiating with respect to $x$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{2} \left[ \frac{1}{1+\sin x} \cdot \cos x - \frac{1}{1-\sin x} \cdot (-\cos x) \right]$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{2} \left[ \frac{\cos x}{1+\sin x} + \frac{\cos x}{1-\sin x} \right]$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{2} \cos x \left[ \frac{1-\sin x + 1+\sin x}{(1+\sin x)(1-\sin x)} \right]$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{2} \cos x \left[ \frac{2}{1-\sin^2 x} \right] = \frac{\cos x}{\cos^2 x} = \sec x$.
188
MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $f(x)=b \cdot e^{a x}+a \cdot e^{b x}$,then $f^{\prime \prime}(0)=$
A
$(a+b)$
B
$a b(a+b)^2$
C
$2 a b(a+b)$
D
$a b(a+b)$

Solution

(D) Given the function $f(x) = b \cdot e^{ax} + a \cdot e^{bx}$.
First,find the first derivative $f^{\prime}(x)$ with respect to $x$:
$f^{\prime}(x) = \frac{d}{dx}(b \cdot e^{ax} + a \cdot e^{bx}) = b \cdot a \cdot e^{ax} + a \cdot b \cdot e^{bx} = ab(e^{ax} + e^{bx})$.
Next,find the second derivative $f^{\prime \prime}(x)$:
$f^{\prime \prime}(x) = \frac{d}{dx}(ab \cdot e^{ax} + ab \cdot e^{bx}) = ab \cdot a \cdot e^{ax} + ab \cdot b \cdot e^{bx} = a^2b \cdot e^{ax} + ab^2 \cdot e^{bx}$.
Now,evaluate at $x = 0$:
$f^{\prime \prime}(0) = a^2b \cdot e^{a(0)} + ab^2 \cdot e^{b(0)} = a^2b(1) + ab^2(1) = a^2b + ab^2$.
Factoring out $ab$,we get:
$f^{\prime \prime}(0) = ab(a + b)$.
189
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
For $x > 1$,if $(2x)^{2y} = 4e^{2x-2y}$,then $(1 + \log_e 2x)^2 \frac{dy}{dx}$ is equal to
A
$x \log_e 2x$
B
$\log_e 2x$
C
$\frac{x \log_e 2x + \log_e 2}{x}$
D
$\frac{x \log_e 2x - \log_e 2}{x}$

Solution

(D) Given the equation: $(2x)^{2y} = 4e^{2x-2y}$
Taking the natural logarithm on both sides:
$2y \log_e(2x) = \log_e(4) + 2x - 2y$
$2y \log_e(2x) + 2y = 2x + \log_e(4)$
$2y(1 + \log_e(2x)) = 2x + 2 \log_e(2)$
$y(1 + \log_e(2x)) = x + \log_e(2)$
$y = \frac{x + \log_e(2)}{1 + \log_e(2x)}$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the quotient rule:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{(1 + \log_e(2x)) \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(x + \log_e(2)) - (x + \log_e(2)) \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(1 + \log_e(2x))}{(1 + \log_e(2x))^2}$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{(1 + \log_e(2x)) \cdot 1 - (x + \log_e(2)) \cdot \frac{1}{2x} \cdot 2}{(1 + \log_e(2x))^2}$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1 + \log_e(2x) - \frac{x + \log_e(2)}{x}}{(1 + \log_e(2x))^2}$
$(1 + \log_e(2x))^2 \frac{dy}{dx} = 1 + \log_e(2x) - 1 - \frac{\log_e(2)}{x}$
$(1 + \log_e(2x))^2 \frac{dy}{dx} = \log_e(2x) - \frac{\log_e(2)}{x} = \frac{x \log_e(2x) - \log_e(2)}{x}$
190
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $x^y \cdot y^x = 16$,then $\frac{dy}{dx}$ at $(2, 2)$ is
A
-$1$
B
$0$
C
$1$
D
$2$

Solution

(A) Given the equation $x^y \cdot y^x = 16$.
Taking the natural logarithm on both sides,we get:
$y \ln x + x \ln y = \ln 16$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the product rule:
$\frac{d}{dx}(y \ln x) + \frac{d}{dx}(x \ln y) = \frac{d}{dx}(\ln 16)$.
$\left( \frac{dy}{dx} \ln x + y \cdot \frac{1}{x} \right) + \left( 1 \cdot \ln y + x \cdot \frac{1}{y} \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} \right) = 0$.
Rearranging the terms to isolate $\frac{dy}{dx}$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} (\ln x + \frac{x}{y}) = -(\frac{y}{x} + \ln y)$.
$\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{\frac{y}{x} + \ln y}{\ln x + \frac{x}{y}}$.
Now,substitute the point $(2, 2)$ into the expression:
$\left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right)_{(2, 2)} = -\frac{\frac{2}{2} + \ln 2}{\ln 2 + \frac{2}{2}} = -\frac{1 + \ln 2}{1 + \ln 2} = -1$.
191
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The second derivative of $a \sin^3 t$ with respect to $a \cos^3 t$ at $t = \frac{\pi}{4}$ is
A
$\frac{-4 \sqrt{2}}{3 a}$
B
$\frac{4 \sqrt{2}}{3 a}$
C
$\frac{2 \sqrt{2}}{3 a}$
D
$\frac{1}{12 a}$

Solution

(B) Let $x = a \cos^3 t$ and $y = a \sin^3 t$. We need to find $\frac{d^2 y}{dx^2}$.
First,find $\frac{dy}{dt} = 3a \sin^2 t \cos t$ and $\frac{dx}{dt} = -3a \cos^2 t \sin t$.
Then,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{dy/dt}{dx/dt} = \frac{3a \sin^2 t \cos t}{-3a \cos^2 t \sin t} = -\tan t$.
Now,find the second derivative $\frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} = \frac{d}{dx}(-\tan t) = \frac{d}{dt}(-\tan t) \cdot \frac{dt}{dx}$.
Since $\frac{dx}{dt} = -3a \cos^2 t \sin t$,then $\frac{dt}{dx} = \frac{1}{-3a \cos^2 t \sin t}$.
So,$\frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} = (-\sec^2 t) \cdot \frac{1}{-3a \cos^2 t \sin t} = \frac{1}{3a \cos^4 t \sin t}$.
At $t = \frac{\pi}{4}$,$\cos t = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$ and $\sin t = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$.
$\frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} = \frac{1}{3a (\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}})^4 (\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}})} = \frac{1}{3a (\frac{1}{4}) (\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}})} = \frac{4 \sqrt{2}}{3a}$.
192
MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
Derivative of $\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{2 x}{1+x^2}\right)$ with respect to $\tan ^{-1} x$ for $-1 < x < 1$ is:
A
$2$
B
$\frac{1}{1+x^2}$
C
$\frac{2}{1+x^2}$
D
$\frac{1}{2}$

Solution

(A) Let $u = \sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{2 x}{1+x^2}\right)$ and $v = \tan ^{-1} x$.
Substitute $x = \tan \theta$,where $\theta = \tan ^{-1} x$.
Since $-1 < x < 1$,we have $-\frac{\pi}{4} < \theta < \frac{\pi}{4}$,which implies $-\frac{\pi}{2} < 2\theta < \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Then $u = \sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{2 \tan \theta}{1+\tan ^2 \theta}\right) = \sin ^{-1}(\sin 2 \theta) = 2 \theta = 2 \tan ^{-1} x$.
Now,we need to find $\frac{du}{dv} = \frac{d}{dv}(2 \tan ^{-1} x)$.
Since $v = \tan ^{-1} x$,we have $u = 2v$.
Therefore,$\frac{du}{dv} = \frac{d}{dv}(2v) = 2$.
193
MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The derivative of $\sin ^{-1}\left(3 x-4 x^3\right)$ with respect to $x$ for $\frac{1}{2} < x < 1$ is:
A
$\frac{1}{3 \sqrt{1-x^2}}$
B
$\frac{-3}{\sqrt{1-x^2}}$
C
$\frac{-1}{3 \sqrt{1-x^2}}$
D
$\frac{3}{\sqrt{1-x^2}}$

Solution

(B) Let $y = \sin ^{-1}\left(3 x-4 x^3\right)$.
We know that $\sin(3\theta) = 3\sin\theta - 4\sin^3\theta$.
Let $x = \sin\theta$,then $\theta = \sin^{-1}x$.
Since $\frac{1}{2} < x < 1$,we have $\frac{\pi}{6} < \theta < \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Then $3\theta$ lies in the range $(\frac{\pi}{2}, \frac{3\pi}{2})$.
In this range,$\sin^{-1}(\sin(3\theta)) = \pi - 3\theta$.
Thus,$y = \pi - 3\sin^{-1}x$.
Differentiating with respect to $x$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx}(\pi - 3\sin^{-1}x) = 0 - 3 \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{1-x^2}} = \frac{-3}{\sqrt{1-x^2}}$.
194
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If $y = e^{\cos ^{-1}\left(\sqrt{1-x^2}\right)}$,then find $\frac{1}{y} \frac{d y}{d x}$.
A
$\frac{\sqrt{1-x^2}}{2}$
B
$\sqrt{1-x^2}$
C
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{1-x^2}}$
D
$\frac{1}{2 \sqrt{1-x^2}}$

Solution

(C) Given $y = e^{\cos ^{-1}\left(\sqrt{1-x^2}\right)}$.
Taking the natural logarithm on both sides,we get $\log _e y = \cos ^{-1} \sqrt{1-x^2}$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$:
$\frac{1}{y} \frac{d y}{d x} = \frac{d}{d x} \left( \cos ^{-1} \sqrt{1-x^2} \right)$.
Using the chain rule,$\frac{d}{d x} \cos ^{-1}(u) = \frac{-1}{\sqrt{1-u^2}} \frac{du}{dx}$,where $u = \sqrt{1-x^2}$.
$\frac{1}{y} \frac{d y}{d x} = \frac{-1}{\sqrt{1-(1-x^2)}} \cdot \frac{d}{dx} \left( (1-x^2)^{1/2} \right)$.
$\frac{1}{y} \frac{d y}{d x} = \frac{-1}{\sqrt{x^2}} \cdot \left( \frac{1}{2} (1-x^2)^{-1/2} \cdot (-2x) \right)$.
$\frac{1}{y} \frac{d y}{d x} = \frac{-1}{|x|} \cdot \frac{-x}{\sqrt{1-x^2}}$.
Assuming $x > 0$,$|x| = x$,so $\frac{1}{y} \frac{d y}{d x} = \frac{x}{x \sqrt{1-x^2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{1-x^2}}$.
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If $y = \tan^{-1} \sqrt{\frac{1 + \cos x}{1 - \cos x}}$,then $\frac{dy}{dx}$ is
A
$\frac{3}{2}$
B
$\frac{-1}{2}$
C
$-1$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) Given $y = \tan^{-1} \sqrt{\frac{1 + \cos x}{1 - \cos x}}$.
Using trigonometric identities $1 + \cos x = 2 \cos^2 \frac{x}{2}$ and $1 - \cos x = 2 \sin^2 \frac{x}{2}$,we get:
$y = \tan^{-1} \sqrt{\frac{2 \cos^2 \frac{x}{2}}{2 \sin^2 \frac{x}{2}}}$
$y = \tan^{-1} \sqrt{\cot^2 \frac{x}{2}}$
$y = \tan^{-1} \left( \cot \frac{x}{2} \right)$
Since $\cot \frac{x}{2} = \tan \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - \frac{x}{2} \right)$,we have:
$y = \tan^{-1} \left( \tan \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - \frac{x}{2} \right) \right)$
$y = \frac{\pi}{2} - \frac{x}{2}$
Differentiating with respect to $x$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx} \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - \frac{x}{2} \right) = 0 - \frac{1}{2} = -\frac{1}{2}$.

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