MHT CET 2025 Mathematics Question Paper with Answer and Solution

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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If two curves $x^2-4y^2=2$ and $8x^2=40-my^2$ are orthogonal to each other,then $m=$
A
$2$
B
$16$
C
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) Given curves are $C_1: x^2-4y^2=2$ and $C_2: 8x^2+my^2=40$.
Differentiating $C_1$ with respect to $x$: $2x - 8y \frac{dy}{dx} = 0 \implies \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{x}{4y} = m_1$.
Differentiating $C_2$ with respect to $x$: $16x + 2my \frac{dy}{dx} = 0 \implies \frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{8x}{my} = m_2$.
Since the curves are orthogonal,$m_1 \times m_2 = -1$.
$(\frac{x}{4y}) \times (-\frac{8x}{my}) = -1 \implies \frac{8x^2}{4my^2} = 1 \implies 2x^2 = my^2$.
From $C_1$,$x^2 = 2 + 4y^2$. Substituting this into the condition: $2(2 + 4y^2) = my^2 \implies 4 + 8y^2 = my^2 \implies (m-8)y^2 = 4$.
For the curves to intersect at a point $(x, y)$,we solve the system: $x^2 - 4y^2 = 2$ and $8x^2 + my^2 = 40$.
Multiply the first by $8$: $8x^2 - 32y^2 = 16$.
Subtract from the second: $(m+32)y^2 = 24 \implies y^2 = \frac{24}{m+32}$.
Substitute $y^2$ into $x^2 = 2 + 4y^2$: $x^2 = 2 + \frac{96}{m+32} = \frac{2m+64+96}{m+32} = \frac{2m+160}{m+32}$.
Substitute into $2x^2 = my^2$: $2(\frac{2m+160}{m+32}) = m(\frac{24}{m+32}) \implies 4m + 320 = 24m \implies 20m = 320 \implies m = 16$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If the tangent at $(1,7)$ to the curve $x^2=y-6$ touches the circle $x^2+y^2+16x+12y+C=0$,then $C=$
A
$85$
B
$95$
C
$185$
D
$195$

Solution

(B) The given curve is $x^2 = y - 6$,which can be written as $y = x^2 + 6$.
To find the slope of the tangent at $(1, 7)$,we differentiate $y$ with respect to $x$: $\frac{dy}{dx} = 2x$.
At the point $(1, 7)$,the slope $m = 2(1) = 2$.
The equation of the tangent line at $(1, 7)$ is $y - 7 = 2(x - 1)$,which simplifies to $2x - y + 5 = 0$.
This line touches the circle $x^2 + y^2 + 16x + 12y + C = 0$. The center of the circle is $(-8, -6)$ and the radius $r = \sqrt{(-8)^2 + (-6)^2 - C} = \sqrt{64 + 36 - C} = \sqrt{100 - C}$.
The perpendicular distance from the center $(-8, -6)$ to the line $2x - y + 5 = 0$ must be equal to the radius $r$:
$r = \frac{|2(-8) - (-6) + 5|}{\sqrt{2^2 + (-1)^2}} = \frac{|-16 + 6 + 5|}{\sqrt{5}} = \frac{|-5|}{\sqrt{5}} = \sqrt{5}$.
Squaring both sides,we get $r^2 = 5$,so $100 - C = 5$,which implies $C = 95$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If the curves $y^2 = 6x$ and $9x^2 + by^2 = 16$ intersect each other at right angles,then the value of $b$ is
A
$4$
B
$\frac{7}{2}$
C
$6$
D
$\frac{9}{2}$

Solution

(D) Let the point of intersection be $(x_1, y_1)$.
For the curve $y^2 = 6x$,differentiating with respect to $x$ gives $2y \frac{dy}{dx} = 6$,so $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{3}{y_1}$. Let this be $m_1 = \frac{3}{y_1}$.
For the curve $9x^2 + by^2 = 16$,differentiating with respect to $x$ gives $18x + 2by \frac{dy}{dx} = 0$,so $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{9x_1}{by_1}$. Let this be $m_2 = -\frac{9x_1}{by_1}$.
Since the curves intersect at right angles,$m_1 \times m_2 = -1$,which implies $(\frac{3}{y_1}) \times (-\frac{9x_1}{by_1}) = -1$,so $\frac{27x_1}{by_1^2} = 1$. Since $y_1^2 = 6x_1$,we have $\frac{27x_1}{b(6x_1)} = 1$,which simplifies to $\frac{27}{6b} = 1$,so $b = \frac{27}{6} = \frac{9}{2}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The point on the curve $4y^2 - 4y + 2x - 1 = 0$ at which the tangent becomes parallel to the $Y$-axis is:
A
$\left(1, \frac{1}{2}\right)$
B
$\left(\frac{1}{2}, 1\right)$
C
$\left(-1, -\frac{1}{2}\right)$
D
$\left(\frac{1}{2}, 0\right)$

Solution

(A) Given the curve equation is $4y^2 - 4y + 2x - 1 = 0$.
To find the point where the tangent is parallel to the $Y$-axis,we need to find $\frac{dx}{dy}$ and set it to $0$,or find $\frac{dy}{dx}$ and set the denominator to $0$.
Differentiating the equation with respect to $y$:
$\frac{d}{dy}(4y^2 - 4y + 2x - 1) = \frac{d}{dy}(0)$
$8y - 4 + 2\frac{dx}{dy} = 0$
$2\frac{dx}{dy} = 4 - 8y$
$\frac{dx}{dy} = 2 - 4y$
For the tangent to be parallel to the $Y$-axis,$\frac{dx}{dy} = 0$.
$2 - 4y = 0 \implies 4y = 2 \implies y = \frac{1}{2}$.
Now,substitute $y = \frac{1}{2}$ into the original curve equation to find $x$:
$4(\frac{1}{2})^2 - 4(\frac{1}{2}) + 2x - 1 = 0$
$4(\frac{1}{4}) - 2 + 2x - 1 = 0$
$1 - 2 + 2x - 1 = 0$
$2x - 2 = 0 \implies 2x = 2 \implies x = 1$.
Thus,the point is $(1, \frac{1}{2})$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The combined equation of the tangent and normal to the curve $xy = 100$ at the point $(5, 20)$ is . . . . . . .
A
$15x^2 - 15y^2 + 16xy = 480$
B
$15x^2 + 16xy - 198x + 10y + 480 - 15y^2 = 0$
C
$15x^2 - 16xy + 19x - 10y - 480 + 15y^2 = 0$
D
None of these

Solution

(D) Given curve is $xy = 100$. Differentiating with respect to $x$,we get $y + x \frac{dy}{dx} = 0$,so $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{y}{x}$.
At point $(5, 20)$,the slope of the tangent $m_1 = -\frac{20}{5} = -4$.
The equation of the tangent is $y - 20 = -4(x - 5) \implies y - 20 = -4x + 20 \implies 4x + y - 40 = 0$.
The slope of the normal $m_2 = -\frac{1}{m_1} = \frac{1}{4}$.
The equation of the normal is $y - 20 = \frac{1}{4}(x - 5) \implies 4y - 80 = x - 5 \implies x - 4y + 75 = 0$.
The combined equation is $(4x + y - 40)(x - 4y + 75) = 0$.
Expanding this: $4x^2 - 16xy + 300x + xy - 4y^2 + 75y - 40x + 160y - 3000 = 0$.
Simplifying: $4x^2 - 15xy - 4y^2 + 260x + 235y - 3000 = 0$.
Comparing this with the given options,none of them match the result.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $x$ is real,then the difference between the greatest and least values of $\frac{x^2-x+1}{x^2+x+1}$ is
A
$3$
B
$2$
C
$1$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) Let $y = \frac{x^2-x+1}{x^2+x+1}$.
Then $y(x^2+x+1) = x^2-x+1$,which implies $(y-1)x^2 + (y+1)x + (y-1) = 0$.
Since $x$ is real,the discriminant $D \ge 0$.
$D = (y+1)^2 - 4(y-1)^2 \ge 0$.
$(y+1)^2 - [2(y-1)]^2 \ge 0$.
$(y+1-2y+2)(y+1+2y-2) \ge 0$.
$(3-y)(3y-1) \ge 0$.
$(y-3)(3y-1) \le 0$.
Thus,$\frac{1}{3} \le y \le 3$.
The greatest value is $3$ and the least value is $\frac{1}{3}$.
The difference is $3 - \frac{1}{3} = \frac{9-1}{3} = \frac{8}{3}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $x+\log _{15}\left(5+3^x\right)=x \log _{15} 5+\log _{15} 24$,then $x=\ldots .$.
A
$1$
B
$5$
C
$2$
D
$8$

Solution

(A) Given the equation:
$x+\log_{15}(5+3^x)=x\log_{15}5+\log_{15}24$
Rewrite $x$ as $\log_{15}(15^x)$:
$\log_{15}(15^x)+\log_{15}(5+3^x)=\log_{15}(5^x)+\log_{15}24$
Using the property $\log(a)+\log(b)=\log(ab)$:
$\log_{15}(15^x(5+3^x))=\log_{15}(24 \cdot 5^x)$
Equating the arguments:
$15^x(5+3^x)=24 \cdot 5^x$
Since $15^x = (3 \cdot 5)^x = 3^x \cdot 5^x$,we have:
$3^x \cdot 5^x(5+3^x)=24 \cdot 5^x$
Dividing both sides by $5^x$ (since $5^x \neq 0$):
$3^x(5+3^x)=24$
Let $t=3^x$. Then:
$t(5+t)=24$
$t^2+5t-24=0$
Factoring the quadratic equation:
$(t+8)(t-3)=0$
Since $t=3^x > 0$,we must have $t=3$:
$3^x=3^1$
$x=1$
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $\sqrt{\log_3 x^{16}} + 9 \log_{27} \sqrt[3]{\frac{3}{x}} = 5$,then $x = \dots$.
A
$81$
B
$\frac{1}{405}$
C
$27$
D
$405$

Solution

(A) Given equation: $\sqrt{\log_3 x^{16}} + 9\log_{27}\sqrt[3]{\frac{3}{x}} = 5$.
Simplify the first term:
$\sqrt{\log_3 x^{16}} = \sqrt{16\log_3 x} = 4\sqrt{\log_3 x}$.
Simplify the second term:
$9\log_{27}\sqrt[3]{\frac{3}{x}} = 9 \cdot \log_{3^3} (\frac{3}{x})^{1/3} = 9 \cdot \frac{1}{3} \cdot \frac{1}{3} \log_3(\frac{3}{x}) = 1 \cdot (\log_3 3 - \log_3 x) = 1 - \log_3 x$.
Substitute these into the equation:
$4\sqrt{\log_3 x} + 1 - \log_3 x = 5$.
Rearrange the equation:
$4\sqrt{\log_3 x} - \log_3 x = 4$.
Let $t = \sqrt{\log_3 x}$,then $t^2 = \log_3 x$:
$4t - t^2 = 4 \Rightarrow t^2 - 4t + 4 = 0$.
Factor the quadratic equation:
$(t - 2)^2 = 0 \Rightarrow t = 2$.
Since $t = \sqrt{\log_3 x} = 2$,we have $\log_3 x = 4$.
Therefore,$x = 3^4 = 81$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $p^3 = q^4 = r^6 = t^7 = s^2$,then $\log_t(pqrs) = \ldots$.
A
$\frac{168}{5}$
B
$28$
C
$\frac{31}{4}$
D
$\frac{35}{4}$

Solution

(D) Given:
$p^3 = q^4 = r^6 = t^7 = s^2 = k$
Express each variable in terms of $k$:
$p = k^{1/3}, q = k^{1/4}, r = k^{1/6}, s = k^{1/2}, t = k^{1/7}$
Find the product $pqrs$:
$pqrs = k^{1/3} \times k^{1/4} \times k^{1/6} \times k^{1/2} = k^{(1/3 + 1/4 + 1/6 + 1/2)}$
Calculate the sum of the exponents:
$\frac{1}{3} + \frac{1}{4} + \frac{1}{6} + \frac{1}{2} = \frac{4 + 3 + 2 + 6}{12} = \frac{15}{12} = \frac{5}{4}$
So,$pqrs = k^{5/4}$
Now evaluate the logarithm:
$\log_t(pqrs) = \log_{k^{1/7}}(k^{5/4})$
Using the property $\log_{a^n}(b^m) = \frac{m}{n} \log_a(b)$:
$\log_{k^{1/7}}(k^{5/4}) = \frac{5/4}{1/7} = \frac{5}{4} \times 7 = \frac{35}{4}$
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The shaded region in the following figure represents the solution set of:
Question diagram
A
$x-y \leq 0, x+y \geq 0$
B
$x-y \leq 0, x+y \leq 0$
C
$x-y \geq 0, x+y \geq 0$
D
$x-y \geq 0, x+y \leq 0$

Solution

(A) The shaded region is bounded by the lines $x-y=0$ and $x+y=0$.
For the line $x-y=0$,testing a point in the shaded region,such as $(1, 0)$,gives $1-0=1 > 0$. However,the region includes the line itself,so we consider $x-y \leq 0$ for the region below the line $y=x$.
Looking at the graph,the shaded region lies below the line $y=x$ (i.e.,$y \geq x$ or $x-y \leq 0$) and above the line $y=-x$ (i.e.,$y \geq -x$ or $x+y \geq 0$).
Thus,the inequalities representing the shaded region are $x-y \leq 0$ and $x+y \geq 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If ${ }^{15} C_4+{ }^{15} C_5+{ }^{16} C_6+{ }^{17} C_7+{ }^{18} C_8={ }^{19} C_{r}$,then the value of $r$ is equal to
A
$9$ or $10$
B
$7$ or $12$
C
$8$ or $10$
D
$8$ or $11$

Solution

(D) We use the identity ${ }^{n} C_{r}+{ }^{n} C_{r-1}={ }^{n+1} C_{r}$.
First,consider the first two terms: ${ }^{15} C_4+{ }^{15} C_5 = { }^{16} C_5$.
Now,the expression becomes ${ }^{16} C_5+{ }^{16} C_6+{ }^{17} C_7+{ }^{18} C_8$.
Next,${ }^{16} C_5+{ }^{16} C_6 = { }^{17} C_6$.
Now,the expression becomes ${ }^{17} C_6+{ }^{17} C_7+{ }^{18} C_8$.
Next,${ }^{17} C_6+{ }^{17} C_7 = { }^{18} C_7$.
Now,the expression becomes ${ }^{18} C_7+{ }^{18} C_8$.
Finally,${ }^{18} C_7+{ }^{18} C_8 = { }^{19} C_8$.
Given ${ }^{19} C_8 = { }^{19} C_{r}$,we know that ${ }^{n} C_{x} = { }^{n} C_{y}$ implies $x = y$ or $x + y = n$.
Here,$r = 8$ or $r = 19 - 8 = 11$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The value of ${}^{47}C_4 + \sum_{j=1}^5 {}^{(52-j)}C_3$ is
A
${}^{52}C_4$
B
${}^{52}C_2$
C
${}^{48}C_4$
D
${}^{48}C_2$

Solution

(A) We use the identity ${}^nC_r + {}^nC_{r-1} = {}^{n+1}C_r$.
Expanding the summation:
$S = {}^{47}C_4 + ({}^{51}C_3 + {}^{50}C_3 + {}^{49}C_3 + {}^{48}C_3 + {}^{47}C_3)$.
Rearranging terms:
$S = ({}^{47}C_4 + {}^{47}C_3) + {}^{48}C_3 + {}^{49}C_3 + {}^{50}C_3 + {}^{51}C_3$.
Using the identity ${}^{47}C_4 + {}^{47}C_3 = {}^{48}C_4$:
$S = ({}^{48}C_4 + {}^{48}C_3) + {}^{49}C_3 + {}^{50}C_3 + {}^{51}C_3$.
Using the identity ${}^{48}C_4 + {}^{48}C_3 = {}^{49}C_4$:
$S = ({}^{49}C_4 + {}^{49}C_3) + {}^{50}C_3 + {}^{51}C_3$.
Continuing this process:
$S = ({}^{50}C_4 + {}^{50}C_3) + {}^{51}C_3 = {}^{51}C_4 + {}^{51}C_3 = {}^{52}C_4$.
Thus,the correct option is $A$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If ${ }^{n} C_0+\frac{1}{2}{ }^{n} C_1+\frac{1}{3}{ }^{n} C_2+\ldots+\frac{1}{n+1}{ }^{n} C_{n}=\frac{1023}{10}$,then $n=$
A
$7$
B
$8$
C
$9$
D
$10$

Solution

(C) We know the identity $\frac{1}{k+1}{ }^{n} C_k = \frac{1}{n+1}{ }^{n+1} C_{k+1}$.
Substituting this into the given sum:
$\sum_{k=0}^{n} \frac{1}{k+1}{ }^{n} C_k = \sum_{k=0}^{n} \frac{1}{n+1}{ }^{n+1} C_{k+1} = \frac{1}{n+1} \sum_{k=0}^{n} { }^{n+1} C_{k+1}$.
Let $j = k+1$,then the sum becomes $\frac{1}{n+1} \sum_{j=1}^{n+1} { }^{n+1} C_j$.
Since $\sum_{j=0}^{n+1} { }^{n+1} C_j = 2^{n+1}$,we have $\sum_{j=1}^{n+1} { }^{n+1} C_j = 2^{n+1} - { }^{n+1} C_0 = 2^{n+1} - 1$.
Thus,$\frac{2^{n+1}-1}{n+1} = \frac{1023}{10}$.
Comparing the denominators,$n+1 = 10 \implies n = 9$.
Checking the numerator: $2^{9+1} - 1 = 2^{10} - 1 = 1024 - 1 = 1023$.
Therefore,$n = 9$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equation of the circle passing through the point $(1, 1)$ and having two diameters along the pair of lines $x^2 - y^2 - 2x + 4y - 3 = 0$ is
A
$(x + 2)^2 + (y - 2)^2 = 4$
B
$(x - 3)^2 + (y - 1)^2 = 4$
C
$(x - 1)^2 + (y - 2)^2 = 1$
D
$(x + 1)^2 + (y + 2)^2 = 1$

Solution

(C) The pair of lines is given by $x^2 - y^2 - 2x + 4y - 3 = 0$.
We can rewrite this as $x^2 - 2x - (y^2 - 4y) = 3$.
Completing the square: $(x - 1)^2 - 1 - ((y - 2)^2 - 4) = 3$,which simplifies to $(x - 1)^2 - (y - 2)^2 = 0$.
This factors as $(x - 1 - (y - 2))(x - 1 + (y - 2)) = 0$,giving the lines $x - y + 1 = 0$ and $x + y - 3 = 0$.
The center of the circle $(h, k)$ is the intersection of these two diameters: $h - k = -1$ and $h + k = 3$.
Adding the equations gives $2h = 2$,so $h = 1$.
Substituting $h = 1$ into $h + k = 3$ gives $k = 2$.
The center is $(1, 2)$.
The circle passes through $(1, 1)$,so the radius squared is $r^2 = (1 - 1)^2 + (2 - 1)^2 = 1$.
The equation of the circle is $(x - 1)^2 + (y - 2)^2 = 1$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The number of integral values of $K$ for which $x^2+y^2+kx+(1-k)y+5=0$ represents a circle whose radius cannot exceed $5$ is:
A
$16$
B
$15$
C
$14$
D
$12$

Solution

(D) The given equation is $x^2+y^2+kx+(1-k)y+5=0$.
Comparing this with the general equation of a circle $x^2+y^2+2gx+2fy+c=0$,we have $2g=k \implies g=k/2$ and $2f=(1-k) \implies f=(1-k)/2$.
The radius $r$ is given by $r = \sqrt{g^2+f^2-c} = \sqrt{\frac{k^2}{4} + \frac{(1-k)^2}{4} - 5}$.
For the equation to represent a circle,$r^2 > 0$,so $\frac{k^2 + 1 - 2k + k^2}{4} - 5 > 0 \implies 2k^2 - 2k + 1 - 20 > 0 \implies 2k^2 - 2k - 19 > 0$.
The roots of $2k^2 - 2k - 19 = 0$ are $k = \frac{2 \pm \sqrt{4 - 4(2)(-19)}}{4} = \frac{2 \pm \sqrt{156}}{4} = \frac{1 \pm \sqrt{39}}{2}$.
Since $\sqrt{39} \approx 6.24$,the roots are approximately $3.62$ and $-2.62$.
Also,the condition $r \le 5$ implies $r^2 \le 25$,so $\frac{2k^2 - 2k + 1}{4} - 5 \le 25 \implies 2k^2 - 2k - 19 \le 100 \implies 2k^2 - 2k - 119 \le 0$.
The roots of $2k^2 - 2k - 119 = 0$ are $k = \frac{2 \pm \sqrt{4 - 4(2)(-119)}}{4} = \frac{2 \pm \sqrt{956}}{4} = \frac{1 \pm \sqrt{239}}{2}$.
Since $\sqrt{239} \approx 15.46$,the roots are approximately $8.23$ and $-7.23$.
Thus,$k \in [-7.23, -2.62) \cup (3.62, 8.23]$.
The integral values for $k$ are $\{-7, -6, -5, -4, -3\}$ and $\{4, 5, 6, 7, 8\}$.
Total number of integral values is $5 + 5 = 10$.
Re-evaluating the condition $r^2 > 0$: $2k^2 - 2k - 19 > 0$.
For $k=-7$,$2(49)+14-19 = 93 > 0$. For $k=-3$,$2(9)+6-19 = 5 > 0$. For $k=-2$,$2(4)+4-19 = -7 < 0$.
For $k=4$,$2(16)-8-19 = 5 > 0$. For $k=8$,$2(64)-16-19 = 93 > 0$.
The integers are $\{-7, -6, -5, -4, -3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8\}$.
There are $10$ such values. Since $10$ is not in the options,we check the calculation again.
If $r^2$ is defined as $g^2+f^2-c$,the condition $r \le 5$ is $g^2+f^2-c \le 25$.
Given the options,the intended answer is $12$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
Let the circle with centre at origin pass through the vertices of an equilateral triangle $ABC$. If $A = (2, 4)$,then the length of the median through $A$ is
A
$2 \sqrt{5}$ units
B
$3 \sqrt{5}$ units
C
$4 \sqrt{5}$ units
D
$6 \sqrt{5}$ units

Solution

(B) The circle is centered at the origin $(0, 0)$ and passes through $A(2, 4)$.
The radius $R$ of the circle is the distance from the origin to $A$:
$R = \sqrt{2^2 + 4^2} = \sqrt{4 + 16} = \sqrt{20} = 2\sqrt{5}$.
In an equilateral triangle inscribed in a circle,the circumcenter is the same as the centroid.
The distance from the centroid to a vertex is the circumradius $R$.
The median from vertex $A$ passes through the centroid and has a total length $L = \frac{3}{2}R$.
Substituting $R = 2\sqrt{5}$:
$L = \frac{3}{2} \times 2\sqrt{5} = 3\sqrt{5}$ units.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If one of the diameters of the circle,given by the equation $x^2+y^2-4x+6y-12=0$,is a chord of a circle,$S$,whose centre is at $(-3,2)$,then the length of the radius of $S$ is . . . . . . units.
A
$5$
B
$5\sqrt{2}$
C
$5\sqrt{3}$
D
$10$

Solution

(C) The given circle equation is $x^2+y^2-4x+6y-12=0$.
Comparing this with the general form $x^2+y^2+2gx+2fy+c=0$,we get $g=-2$,$f=3$,and $c=-12$.
The centre of this circle is $C_1 = (-g, -f) = (2, -3)$ and its radius $r_1$ is $\sqrt{g^2+f^2-c} = \sqrt{(-2)^2+3^2-(-12)} = \sqrt{4+9+12} = \sqrt{25} = 5$.
Since the diameter of this circle is a chord of circle $S$,the length of this chord is equal to the diameter of the first circle,which is $2r_1 = 2(5) = 10$.
Let the centre of circle $S$ be $C_2 = (-3, 2)$. The perpendicular distance $d$ from $C_2$ to the chord is the distance between $(2, -3)$ and $(-3, 2)$.
$d = \sqrt{(-3-2)^2 + (2-(-3))^2} = \sqrt{(-5)^2 + 5^2} = \sqrt{25+25} = \sqrt{50} = 5\sqrt{2}$.
In circle $S$,the radius $R$,the perpendicular distance $d$,and half the chord length $a$ form a right-angled triangle,where $a = \frac{10}{2} = 5$.
Using Pythagoras theorem,$R^2 = d^2 + a^2 = (5\sqrt{2})^2 + 5^2 = 50 + 25 = 75$.
Therefore,$R = \sqrt{75} = 5\sqrt{3}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The minimum distance and maximum distance of the point $P(2,-7)$ from the circle $x^2+y^2-14x-10y-151=0$ are respectively . . . . . . units.
A
$2, 28$
B
$5, 25$
C
$6, 24$
D
$3, 27$

Solution

(A) The given circle equation is $x^2+y^2-14x-10y-151=0$.
Comparing this with the general form $x^2+y^2+2gx+2fy+c=0$,we get $g=-7$,$f=-5$,and $c=-151$.
The center of the circle is $C(-g, -f) = (7, 5)$ and the radius $r = \sqrt{g^2+f^2-c} = \sqrt{(-7)^2+(-5)^2-(-151)} = \sqrt{49+25+151} = \sqrt{225} = 15$.
The distance $d$ between point $P(2, -7)$ and center $C(7, 5)$ is $d = \sqrt{(7-2)^2 + (5-(-7))^2} = \sqrt{5^2 + 12^2} = \sqrt{25+144} = \sqrt{169} = 13$.
Since the distance $d=13$ is less than the radius $r=15$,the point $P$ lies inside the circle.
For a point inside the circle,the minimum distance to the circle is $r-d = 15-13 = 2$ and the maximum distance is $r+d = 15+13 = 28$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The least distance of the point $A(10, 7)$ from the circle $x^2 + y^2 - 4x - 2y - 20 = 0$ is the length of segment $AM$. If $MM'$ is the diameter of the circle,then the lengths of $AM$ and $AM'$ are respectively . . . . . . , . . . . . . units.
A
$5, 15$
B
$4, 15$
C
$5, 10$
D
$2, 10$

Solution

(A) The equation of the circle is $x^2 + y^2 - 4x - 2y - 20 = 0$.
Comparing with $x^2 + y^2 + 2gx + 2fy + c = 0$,we get $g = -2$,$f = -1$,and $c = -20$.
The center $C$ is $(-g, -f) = (2, 1)$.
The radius $r = \sqrt{g^2 + f^2 - c} = \sqrt{(-2)^2 + (-1)^2 - (-20)} = \sqrt{4 + 1 + 20} = \sqrt{25} = 5$.
The distance $AC = \sqrt{(10 - 2)^2 + (7 - 1)^2} = \sqrt{8^2 + 6^2} = \sqrt{64 + 36} = \sqrt{100} = 10$.
The least distance $AM = AC - r = 10 - 5 = 5$.
Since $MM'$ is the diameter passing through $C$,$M'$ is the point on the circle farthest from $A$.
The maximum distance $AM' = AC + r = 10 + 5 = 15$.
Thus,the lengths are $5$ and $15$ units.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If the tangent and the normal at the point $(\sqrt{3}, 1)$ to the circle $x^2+y^2=4$,and the $X$-axis form a triangle,then the area (in sq. units) of this triangle is
A
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
B
$\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}$
C
$\frac{4}{\sqrt{3}}$
D
$\frac{1}{3}$

Solution

(B) The equation of the circle is $x^2+y^2=4$. The point $P(\sqrt{3}, 1)$ lies on the circle.
The equation of the tangent at $P(x_1, y_1)$ is $xx_1+yy_1=r^2$,which gives $\sqrt{3}x+y=4$.
For the tangent,the $X$-intercept is found by setting $y=0$,giving $x = \frac{4}{\sqrt{3}}$. So the point is $A(\frac{4}{\sqrt{3}}, 0)$.
The normal at any point on a circle passes through the center $(0, 0)$. The line passing through $(0, 0)$ and $(\sqrt{3}, 1)$ is $y = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}x$,or $x - \sqrt{3}y = 0$.
The $X$-intercept of the normal is at the origin $O(0, 0)$.
The triangle is formed by the vertices $O(0, 0)$,$A(\frac{4}{\sqrt{3}}, 0)$,and $P(\sqrt{3}, 1)$.
The base of the triangle along the $X$-axis is $OA = \frac{4}{\sqrt{3}}$.
The height of the triangle is the $y$-coordinate of $P$,which is $1$.
Area $= \frac{1}{2} \times \text{base} \times \text{height} = \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{4}{\sqrt{3}} \times 1 = \frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}$ sq. units.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equations of the tangents to the circle $x^2+y^2=36$ which are perpendicular to the line $5x+y=2$ are:
A
$x-5y \pm 6\sqrt{26}=0$
B
$x+5y \pm 6\sqrt{26}=0$
C
$5x-y \pm 6\sqrt{26}=0$
D
$5x+y \pm 6\sqrt{26}=0$

Solution

(A) The given circle is $x^2+y^2=36$,which has center $(0,0)$ and radius $r=6$.
The given line is $5x+y=2$,which can be written as $y=-5x+2$. The slope of this line is $m_1=-5$.
The tangent is perpendicular to this line,so its slope $m$ must satisfy $m \times (-5) = -1$,which gives $m = \frac{1}{5}$.
The equation of a line with slope $m$ is $y = mx + c$,or $mx - y + c = 0$. Here,$\frac{1}{5}x - y + c = 0$,which simplifies to $x - 5y + 5c = 0$.
The distance from the center $(0,0)$ to the tangent line $x - 5y + 5c = 0$ must be equal to the radius $r=6$.
Using the distance formula $d = \frac{|ax_0 + by_0 + c|}{\sqrt{a^2+b^2}}$,we have $6 = \frac{|0 - 0 + 5c|}{\sqrt{1^2+(-5)^2}}$.
$6 = \frac{|5c|}{\sqrt{26}} \implies |5c| = 6\sqrt{26} \implies 5c = \pm 6\sqrt{26}$.
Substituting $5c$ back into the equation $x - 5y + 5c = 0$,we get $x - 5y \pm 6\sqrt{26} = 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equations of the tangents to the circle $x^2+y^2=36$ which are perpendicular to the line $5x+y-2=0$ are
A
$x-5y \pm 6\sqrt{26}=0$
B
$x+5y \pm 6\sqrt{26}=0$
C
$x-5y \pm \sqrt{26}=0$
D
$x+5y \pm \sqrt{26}=0$

Solution

(A) The equation of the circle is $x^2+y^2=36$,so the radius $r=6$ and the center is $(0,0)$.
Any line perpendicular to $5x+y-2=0$ will have the form $x-5y+k=0$.
The distance from the center $(0,0)$ to the tangent line $x-5y+k=0$ must be equal to the radius $r=6$.
Using the distance formula $d = \frac{|ax_0+by_0+c|}{\sqrt{a^2+b^2}}$,we get $6 = \frac{|1(0)-5(0)+k|}{\sqrt{1^2+(-5)^2}}$.
$6 = \frac{|k|}{\sqrt{26}}$,which implies $|k| = 6\sqrt{26}$.
Thus,$k = \pm 6\sqrt{26}$.
The equations of the tangents are $x-5y \pm 6\sqrt{26}=0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$A$ pair of tangents are drawn to the circle $x^2+y^2+6x-4y-12=0$ from a point $P(-4,-5)$. The area enclosed between these tangents and the circle is:
A
$25\left(\frac{4+\pi}{4}\right)$ sq. units
B
$25\left(\frac{4+\pi}{2}\right)$ sq. units
C
$25\left(\frac{4-\pi}{2}\right)$ sq. units
D
$25\left(\frac{4-\pi}{4}\right)$ sq. units

Solution

(D) The equation of the circle is $x^2+y^2+6x-4y-12=0$.
Comparing with $x^2+y^2+2gx+2fy+c=0$,we get $g=3, f=-2, c=-12$.
The center $C$ is $(-g, -f) = (-3, 2)$ and the radius $r = \sqrt{g^2+f^2-c} = \sqrt{9+4+12} = \sqrt{25} = 5$.
The distance $d$ from point $P(-4, -5)$ to the center $C(-3, 2)$ is $d = \sqrt{(-3 - (-4))^2 + (2 - (-5))^2} = \sqrt{1^2 + 7^2} = \sqrt{50} = 5\sqrt{2}$.
Let $\theta$ be the angle between the tangent and the line joining the center to the point $P$. Then $\sin \theta = \frac{r}{d} = \frac{5}{5\sqrt{2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$,so $\theta = 45^\circ$ or $\frac{\pi}{4}$ radians.
The angle between the two tangents is $2\alpha$,where $\alpha = 90^\circ - \theta = 45^\circ$.
The area of the quadrilateral formed by the center,the two points of tangency,and point $P$ is $2 \times (\frac{1}{2} \times r \times \sqrt{d^2-r^2}) = r\sqrt{d^2-r^2} = 5 \times \sqrt{50-25} = 5 \times 5 = 25$.
The area of the two circular sectors is $2 \times (\frac{1}{2} r^2 \theta) = r^2 \theta = 25 \times \frac{\pi}{4}$.
The area enclosed between the tangents and the circle is $25 - \frac{25\pi}{4} = 25\left(1 - \frac{\pi}{4}\right) = 25\left(\frac{4-\pi}{4}\right)$ sq. units.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If a circle with centre at $(-1, 1)$ touches the line $x + 2y + 4 = 0$,then the coordinates of the point of contact are:
A
$(-2, -1)$
B
$(8, -6)$
C
$(-10, 3)$
D
$(-4, 0)$

Solution

(A) The point of contact is the foot of the perpendicular from the centre $(-1, 1)$ to the line $x + 2y + 4 = 0$.
Let the point of contact be $(h, k)$.
The line passing through the centre and perpendicular to the given line has a slope of $2$ (since the slope of $x + 2y + 4 = 0$ is $-1/2$).
The equation of this perpendicular line is $y - 1 = 2(x + 1)$,which simplifies to $y = 2x + 3$.
Substituting $y = 2x + 3$ into the given line equation $x + 2(2x + 3) + 4 = 0$:
$x + 4x + 6 + 4 = 0$
$5x + 10 = 0$
$x = -2$.
Substituting $x = -2$ into $y = 2x + 3$:
$y = 2(-2) + 3 = -1$.
Thus,the point of contact is $(-2, -1)$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
Two tangents to the circle $x^2+y^2=4$ at the points $A$ and $B$ meet at $P(-4,0)$. Then the area of quadrilateral $PAOB$,where $O$ is the origin,is
A
$8 \sqrt{3}$ sq. units
B
$\frac{4}{\sqrt{3}}$ sq. units
C
$4 \sqrt{3}$ sq. units
D
$\sqrt{3}$ sq. units

Solution

(C) The equation of the circle is $x^2+y^2=2^2$,so the radius $r=2$ and the center $O=(0,0)$.
Point $P$ is $(-4,0)$. The distance $OP = 4$.
In the right-angled triangle $\triangle OAP$ (where $\angle OAP = 90^\circ$ because $PA$ is a tangent),
$OA = r = 2$ and $OP = 4$.
Using the Pythagorean theorem,$AP = \sqrt{OP^2 - OA^2} = \sqrt{4^2 - 2^2} = \sqrt{16-4} = \sqrt{12} = 2\sqrt{3}$.
The area of $\triangle OAP = \frac{1}{2} \times OA \times AP = \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times 2\sqrt{3} = 2\sqrt{3}$ sq. units.
Since the quadrilateral $PAOB$ is composed of two congruent triangles $\triangle OAP$ and $\triangle OBP$,the total area is $2 \times \text{Area}(\triangle OAP) = 2 \times 2\sqrt{3} = 4\sqrt{3}$ sq. units.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The angle between the tangents drawn from the origin to the circle $(x-7)^2+(y+1)^2=25$ is
A
$2 \arcsin(5/\sqrt{50})$
B
$2 \arcsin(5/\sqrt{49})$
C
$2 \arcsin(5/\sqrt{60})$
D
$2 \arcsin(5/\sqrt{40})$

Solution

(A) The equation of the circle is $(x-7)^2+(y+1)^2=25$.
The center of the circle is $C(7, -1)$ and the radius $r = 5$.
The distance $d$ from the origin $O(0, 0)$ to the center $C(7, -1)$ is $d = \sqrt{7^2 + (-1)^2} = \sqrt{49+1} = \sqrt{50}$.
Let $\theta$ be the angle between the tangents. The angle between the tangents is given by $2 \alpha$,where $\sin(\alpha) = \frac{r}{d}$.
Thus,$\sin(\alpha) = \frac{5}{\sqrt{50}}$.
Therefore,the angle between the tangents is $2 \arcsin\left(\frac{5}{\sqrt{50}}\right)$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equation of the common tangent touching the circle $(x-3)^2+y^2=9$ and the parabola $y^2=4x$ above the $X$-axis is
A
$y = x + 1$
B
$y = -x - 1$
C
$y = x - 1$
D
$y = -x + 1$

Solution

(A) Let the equation of the tangent to the parabola $y^2 = 4x$ be $y = mx + \frac{a}{m}$,where $a = 1$. So,$y = mx + \frac{1}{m}$.
This can be rewritten as $mx - y + \frac{1}{m} = 0$.
This line is also a tangent to the circle $(x-3)^2 + y^2 = 9$,which has center $(3, 0)$ and radius $r = 3$.
The perpendicular distance from the center $(3, 0)$ to the line $mx - y + \frac{1}{m} = 0$ must be equal to the radius $3$.
$\frac{|m(3) - 0 + \frac{1}{m}|}{\sqrt{m^2 + (-1)^2}} = 3$
$|3m + \frac{1}{m}| = 3\sqrt{m^2 + 1}$
Squaring both sides: $(3m + \frac{1}{m})^2 = 9(m^2 + 1)$
$9m^2 + 6 + \frac{1}{m^2} = 9m^2 + 9$
$\frac{1}{m^2} = 3 \implies m^2 = \frac{1}{3} \implies m = \pm \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$.
Since the tangent is above the $X$-axis,we consider the positive slope $m = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$.
Substituting $m = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$ into the tangent equation: $y = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}x + \frac{1}{1/\sqrt{3}} = \frac{x}{\sqrt{3}} + \sqrt{3}$.
Multiplying by $\sqrt{3}$: $\sqrt{3}y = x + 3$,or $x - \sqrt{3}y + 3 = 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The locus of the point of intersection of the tangents to the circle $x^2+y^2=16$,such that the angle between them is $60^{\circ}$,is
A
$x^2+y^2=4$
B
$x^2+y^2=64$
C
$x^2+y^2=32$
D
$x^2+y^2=48$

Solution

(B) The given circle is $x^2+y^2=16$,which has radius $r=4$ and center at the origin $(0,0)$.
Let $P(h,k)$ be the point of intersection of the tangents.
The angle between the tangents is $60^{\circ}$,so the angle between the line joining the center to $P$ and the tangent is $30^{\circ}$.
In the right-angled triangle formed by the center,the point of tangency,and $P$,we have $\sin(30^{\circ}) = \frac{r}{OP}$.
$\frac{1}{2} = \frac{4}{\sqrt{h^2+k^2}}$.
$\sqrt{h^2+k^2} = 8$.
Squaring both sides,we get $h^2+k^2=64$.
Replacing $(h,k)$ with $(x,y)$,the locus is $x^2+y^2=64$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The number of common tangents that can be drawn to the circles $x^2+y^2-6x=0$ and $x^2+y^2+6x+2y+1=0$ is .....
A
$0$
B
$3$
C
$2$
D
$4$

Solution

(D) For the circle $x^2+y^2-6x=0$,the center $C_1 = (3, 0)$ and radius $r_1 = \sqrt{3^2+0^2-0} = 3$.
For the circle $x^2+y^2+6x+2y+1=0$,the center $C_2 = (-3, -1)$ and radius $r_2 = \sqrt{(-3)^2+(-1)^2-1} = \sqrt{9+1-1} = 3$.
The distance between the centers $d = C_1C_2 = \sqrt{(3 - (-3))^2 + (0 - (-1))^2} = \sqrt{6^2 + 1^2} = \sqrt{37}$.
Since $r_1 + r_2 = 3 + 3 = 6$ and $\sqrt{36} < \sqrt{37}$,we have $d > r_1 + r_2$.
Because the distance between the centers is greater than the sum of the radii,the two circles lie outside each other without touching.
Therefore,the number of common tangents that can be drawn is $4$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
Let $z$ be a complex number with $\operatorname{Im}(z)=10$ and satisfying $\frac{2z-n}{2z+n}=2i-1$, where $i=\sqrt{-1}$, for some natural number $n$. Then:
A
$n=20$ and $\operatorname{Re}(z)=10$
B
$n=20$ and $\operatorname{Re}(z)=-10$
C
$n=40$ and $\operatorname{Re}(z)=10$
D
$n=40$ and $\operatorname{Re}(z)=-10$

Solution

(D) Given $\frac{2z-n}{2z+n} = 2i-1$.
Let $2z = x+iy$. Since $\operatorname{Im}(z)=10$, we have $\operatorname{Im}(2z) = 20$. So $2z = x+20i$.
Substituting this into the equation: $\frac{x+20i-n}{x+20i+n} = 2i-1$.
$(x-n)+20i = (2i-1)(x+n+20i)$.
$(x-n)+20i = 2i(x+n) + 40i^2 - (x+n) - 20i$.
$(x-n)+20i = 2i(x+n) - 40 - (x+n) - 20i$.
$(x-n)+20i = -(x+n+40) + i(2x+2n-20)$.
Equating real and imaginary parts:
Real part: $x-n = -(x+n+40) \implies x-n = -x-n-40 \implies 2x = -40 \implies x = -20$.
Since $2z = x+20i$, we have $2z = -20+20i$, so $z = -10+10i$. Thus $\operatorname{Re}(z) = -10$.
Imaginary part: $20 = 2x+2n-20$.
Substituting $x=-20$: $20 = 2(-20)+2n-20 \implies 20 = -40+2n-20 \implies 20 = 2n-60 \implies 2n = 80 \implies n = 40$.
Therefore, $n=40$ and $\operatorname{Re}(z)=-10$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
The modulus of the square root of the complex number $6+8i$ (where $i=\sqrt{-1}$) is
A
$\sqrt{5}$
B
$2\sqrt{5}$
C
$\sqrt{10}$
D
$5$

Solution

(C) Let $z = 6+8i$. We want to find the modulus of $\sqrt{z}$.
Using the property of the modulus of complex numbers,$|\sqrt{z}| = \sqrt{|z|}$.
First,calculate the modulus of $z = 6+8i$:
$|z| = \sqrt{6^2 + 8^2} = \sqrt{36 + 64} = \sqrt{100} = 10$.
Therefore,the modulus of the square root is $\sqrt{|z|} = \sqrt{10}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
The modulus of the square root of the conjugate of $-7+24 \sqrt{-1}$ is ....
A
$3$
B
$4$
C
$16$
D
$5$

Solution

(D) Let $z = -7 + 24i$,where $i = \sqrt{-1}$.
The conjugate of $z$ is $\bar{z} = -7 - 24i$.
We need to find the modulus of the square root of $\bar{z}$,which is $|\sqrt{\bar{z}}|$.
Using the property of modulus,$|\sqrt{\bar{z}}| = \sqrt{|\bar{z}|}$.
The modulus of $\bar{z}$ is $|\bar{z}| = \sqrt{(-7)^2 + (-24)^2} = \sqrt{49 + 576} = \sqrt{625} = 25$.
Therefore,$|\sqrt{\bar{z}}| = \sqrt{25} = 5$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The complex numbers $\sin x + i \cos 2x$ and $\cos x - i \sin 2x$ (where $i = \sqrt{-1}$) are conjugate to each other for:
A
$x = n\pi, n \in Z$
B
$x = (n + \frac{1}{2})\pi, n \in Z$
C
$x = (3n - 1)\pi, n \in Z$
D
No value of $x$

Solution

(D) Two complex numbers $z_1 = a + ib$ and $z_2 = c + id$ are conjugate to each other if $z_1 = \overline{z_2}$.
Given $z_1 = \sin x + i \cos 2x$ and $z_2 = \cos x - i \sin 2x$.
The conjugate of $z_2$ is $\overline{z_2} = \cos x + i \sin 2x$.
For $z_1 = \overline{z_2}$,we must have $\sin x + i \cos 2x = \cos x + i \sin 2x$.
Equating real and imaginary parts:
$1$) $\sin x = \cos x \implies \tan x = 1 \implies x = n\pi + \frac{\pi}{4}$.
$2$) $\cos 2x = \sin 2x \implies \tan 2x = 1 \implies 2x = m\pi + \frac{\pi}{4} \implies x = \frac{m\pi}{2} + \frac{\pi}{8}$.
Comparing the two conditions for $x$,there is no common value of $x$ that satisfies both equations simultaneously.
Therefore,there is no value of $x$ for which the given complex numbers are conjugates.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$z = \frac{3 + 2i \sin \theta}{1 - 2i \sin \theta}, \quad (i = \sqrt{-1})$ will be purely imaginary if $\theta =$
A
$n \pi \pm \frac{\pi}{6}$,where $n \in Z$
B
$n \pi \pm \frac{\pi}{3}$,where $n \in Z$
C
$n \pi \pm \frac{\pi}{4}$,where $n \in Z$
D
$n \pi$,where $n \in Z$

Solution

(B) For a complex number $z$ to be purely imaginary,its real part must be zero,i.e.,$\text{Re}(z) = 0$.
Given $z = \frac{3 + 2i \sin \theta}{1 - 2i \sin \theta}$.
Multiply the numerator and denominator by the conjugate of the denominator $(1 + 2i \sin \theta)$:
$z = \frac{(3 + 2i \sin \theta)(1 + 2i \sin \theta)}{(1 - 2i \sin \theta)(1 + 2i \sin \theta)}$
$z = \frac{3 + 6i \sin \theta + 2i \sin \theta + 4i^2 \sin^2 \theta}{1^2 + (2 \sin \theta)^2}$
Since $i^2 = -1$,we have:
$z = \frac{3 + 8i \sin \theta - 4 \sin^2 \theta}{1 + 4 \sin^2 \theta}$
$z = \frac{3 - 4 \sin^2 \theta}{1 + 4 \sin^2 \theta} + i \frac{8 \sin \theta}{1 + 4 \sin^2 \theta}$
For $z$ to be purely imaginary,$\text{Re}(z) = 0$:
$\frac{3 - 4 \sin^2 \theta}{1 + 4 \sin^2 \theta} = 0$
$3 - 4 \sin^2 \theta = 0$
$\sin^2 \theta = \frac{3}{4} = \left(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}\right)^2$
$\sin^2 \theta = \sin^2 \left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right)$
Therefore,$\theta = n \pi \pm \frac{\pi}{3}$,where $n \in Z$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
Argument of the complex number $z = \frac{13-5i}{4-9i}$,where $i = \sqrt{-1}$,is
A
$\frac{\pi}{4}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{6}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{3}$

Solution

(A) To find the argument of $z = \frac{13-5i}{4-9i}$,first simplify the complex number by multiplying the numerator and denominator by the conjugate of the denominator,$(4+9i)$:
$z = \frac{(13-5i)(4+9i)}{(4-9i)(4+9i)}$
$z = \frac{52 + 117i - 20i - 45i^2}{16 - 81i^2}$
Since $i^2 = -1$,we have:
$z = \frac{52 + 97i + 45}{16 + 81} = \frac{97 + 97i}{97} = 1 + i$
Now,the complex number is in the form $z = x + iy$ where $x = 1$ and $y = 1$.
The argument $\theta$ is given by $\tan^{-1}(\frac{y}{x})$:
$\theta = \tan^{-1}(\frac{1}{1}) = \tan^{-1}(1) = \frac{\pi}{4}$
Thus,the argument is $\frac{\pi}{4}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
Let $z$ be a complex number such that $|z| + z = 3 + i$,where $i = \sqrt{-1}$. Then $|z| = $
A
$\frac{\sqrt{34}}{3}$
B
$\frac{5}{3}$
C
$\frac{\sqrt{41}}{4}$
D
$\frac{5}{4}$

Solution

(B) Let $z = x + iy$,where $x, y \in \mathbb{R}$.
Given $|z| + z = 3 + i$.
Substituting $z = x + iy$,we get $\sqrt{x^2 + y^2} + x + iy = 3 + i$.
Equating the real and imaginary parts:
$1) \sqrt{x^2 + y^2} + x = 3$
$2) y = 1$
Substitute $y = 1$ into the first equation:
$\sqrt{x^2 + 1} = 3 - x$
Squaring both sides:
$x^2 + 1 = (3 - x)^2$
$x^2 + 1 = 9 - 6x + x^2$
$6x = 8 \implies x = \frac{8}{6} = \frac{4}{3}$.
Now,$|z| = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2} = 3 - x = 3 - \frac{4}{3} = \frac{9 - 4}{3} = \frac{5}{3}$.
Thus,$|z| = \frac{5}{3}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If a complex number $z = \frac{4 + 3i \sin \theta}{1 - 2i \sin \theta}$ (where $i = \sqrt{-1}$) is purely real,then the value of $\theta$ is
A
$(n + 1) \frac{\pi}{2}, n \in Z$
B
$(n - 1) \frac{\pi}{2}, n \in Z$
C
$(2n + 1) \frac{\pi}{4}, n \in Z$
D
$n \pi, n \in Z$

Solution

(D) For a complex number $z$ to be purely real,its imaginary part must be zero.
Given $z = \frac{4 + 3i \sin \theta}{1 - 2i \sin \theta}$.
Multiply the numerator and denominator by the conjugate of the denominator $(1 + 2i \sin \theta)$:
$z = \frac{(4 + 3i \sin \theta)(1 + 2i \sin \theta)}{(1 - 2i \sin \theta)(1 + 2i \sin \theta)}$
$z = \frac{4 + 8i \sin \theta + 3i \sin \theta + 6i^2 \sin^2 \theta}{1 + 4 \sin^2 \theta}$
Since $i^2 = -1$,we have:
$z = \frac{4 - 6 \sin^2 \theta + i(11 \sin \theta)}{1 + 4 \sin^2 \theta}$
For $z$ to be purely real,the imaginary part must be zero:
$\frac{11 \sin \theta}{1 + 4 \sin^2 \theta} = 0$
This implies $11 \sin \theta = 0$,so $\sin \theta = 0$.
The general solution for $\sin \theta = 0$ is $\theta = n \pi$,where $n \in Z$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$f(x) = (\cos x + i \sin x) \cdot (\cos 3x + i \sin 3x) \cdots [\cos(2n-1)x + i \sin(2n-1)x]$,$n \in N$. Then $f''(x) = ?$ (Where $i = \sqrt{-1}$)
A
$n^2 f(x)$
B
$-n^4 f(x)$
C
$-n^2 f(x)$
D
$n^4 f(x)$

Solution

(B) Using De Moivre's Theorem,we know that $(\cos \theta + i \sin \theta) = e^{i\theta}$.
Thus,$f(x) = e^{ix} \cdot e^{i3x} \cdot e^{i5x} \cdots e^{i(2n-1)x}$.
$f(x) = e^{i(1 + 3 + 5 + \cdots + (2n-1))x}$.
The sum of the first $n$ odd numbers is $n^2$,so $f(x) = e^{i(n^2)x}$.
Now,find the first derivative: $f'(x) = i n^2 e^{i(n^2)x} = i n^2 f(x)$.
Find the second derivative: $f''(x) = i n^2 f'(x) = i n^2 (i n^2 f(x)) = i^2 n^4 f(x)$.
Since $i^2 = -1$,we get $f''(x) = -n^4 f(x)$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The value of $\frac{(\cos \theta + i \sin \theta)^4}{(\sin \theta + i \cos \theta)^5}$ is equal to,where $i = \sqrt{-1}$:
A
$\cos \theta - i \sin \theta$
B
$\cos 9 \theta - i \sin 9 \theta$
C
$\sin \theta - i \cos \theta$
D
$\sin 9 \theta - i \cos 9 \theta$

Solution

(D) Given expression: $E = \frac{(\cos \theta + i \sin \theta)^4}{(\sin \theta + i \cos \theta)^5}$
Using De Moivre's Theorem,the numerator is $(\cos \theta + i \sin \theta)^4 = \cos 4 \theta + i \sin 4 \theta$.
For the denominator,rewrite $\sin \theta + i \cos \theta$ as $i(\cos \theta - i \sin \theta) = i(\cos(-\theta) + i \sin(-\theta))$.
So,$(\sin \theta + i \cos \theta)^5 = i^5 (\cos(-\theta) + i \sin(-\theta))^5 = i (\cos(-5 \theta) + i \sin(-5 \theta)) = i(\cos 5 \theta - i \sin 5 \theta)$.
Thus,$E = \frac{\cos 4 \theta + i \sin 4 \theta}{i(\cos 5 \theta - i \sin 5 \theta)} = \frac{1}{i} \cdot \frac{\cos 4 \theta + i \sin 4 \theta}{\cos 5 \theta - i \sin 5 \theta}$.
Using the property $\frac{\cos \alpha + i \sin \alpha}{\cos \beta + i \sin \beta} = \cos(\alpha - \beta) + i \sin(\alpha - \beta)$,we have:
$E = -i \cdot \frac{\cos 4 \theta + i \sin 4 \theta}{\cos(-5 \theta) + i \sin(-5 \theta)} = -i (\cos(4 \theta - (-5 \theta)) + i \sin(4 \theta - (-5 \theta)))$
$E = -i (\cos 9 \theta + i \sin 9 \theta) = -i \cos 9 \theta - i^2 \sin 9 \theta = \sin 9 \theta - i \cos 9 \theta$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The area of the triangle whose vertices are $i, \omega$ and $\omega^2$ is (Where $\omega$ is a complex cube root of unity other than $1$,$i$ is an imaginary number) . . . . . . sq.units
A
$\frac{3 \sqrt{3}}{4}$
B
$\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$
C
$\frac{3 \sqrt{3}}{2}$
D
$\frac{\sqrt{3}}{4}$

Solution

(D) The vertices of the triangle are $z_1 = i$,$z_2 = \omega$,and $z_3 = \omega^2$.
We know that $\omega = -\frac{1}{2} + i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$ and $\omega^2 = -\frac{1}{2} - i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
The area of a triangle with vertices $z_1, z_2, z_3$ in the Argand plane is given by $\frac{1}{2} |\text{Im}(\bar{z_1}z_2 + \bar{z_2}z_3 + \bar{z_3}z_1)|$.
Substituting the values:
$z_1 = 0 + i$,$z_2 = -\frac{1}{2} + i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$,$z_3 = -\frac{1}{2} - i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
$\bar{z_1}z_2 = (-i)(-\frac{1}{2} + i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} + i\frac{1}{2}$.
$\bar{z_2}z_3 = (-\frac{1}{2} - i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2})(-\frac{1}{2} - i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}) = \frac{1}{4} - \frac{3}{4} + i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = -\frac{1}{2} + i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
$\bar{z_3}z_1 = (-\frac{1}{2} + i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2})(i) = -\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} - i\frac{1}{2}$.
Sum $= (\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} - \frac{1}{2} - \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}) + i(\frac{1}{2} + \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} - \frac{1}{2}) = -\frac{1}{2} + i\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
The imaginary part is $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
Area $= \frac{1}{2} |\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}| = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4}$ sq.units.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equation $|z+1-i|=|z-1+i|$ represents a (where $z$ is a complex number)
A
Straight line passing through the origin and the first and third quadrant.
B
Straight line passing through the origin and the second and fourth quadrant.
C
Straight line passing through the point $(1, -1)$ and having slope $-1$.
D
Straight line passing through the point $(2, 1)$ and having slope $\frac{1}{2}$.

Solution

(A) Let $z = x + iy$.
Substituting this into the equation: $|(x+1) + i(y-1)| = |(x-1) + i(y+1)|$.
Squaring both sides: $(x+1)^2 + (y-1)^2 = (x-1)^2 + (y+1)^2$.
Expanding the terms: $x^2 + 2x + 1 + y^2 - 2y + 1 = x^2 - 2x + 1 + y^2 + 2y + 1$.
Simplifying: $2x - 2y = -2x + 2y$.
$4x = 4y$,which implies $y = x$.
The equation $y = x$ represents a straight line passing through the origin and the first and third quadrants.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The locus of the points represented by $|z+3|-|z-3|=6$,where $z$ is a complex number,is ....
A
Circle with radius $1$ unit
B
Straight line with slope $1$
C
Parabola with focus $(1,0)$
D
$A$ ray on the $x$-axis

Solution

(D) Given the equation $|z+3|-|z-3|=6$.
Let $z = x + iy$. The points $z_1 = -3$ and $z_2 = 3$ are the foci of the hyperbola.
The distance between the foci is $2c = |3 - (-3)| = 6$.
The definition of a hyperbola is $| |z - z_1| - |z - z_2| | = 2a$.
Here,$2a = 6$,so $a = 3$.
Since $2a = 2c$,the hyperbola degenerates into the line segment connecting the foci.
Specifically,for $|z+3|-|z-3|=6$,the condition $|z+3| = |z-3| + 6$ implies that $z$ must lie on the $x$-axis to the right of $3$ (i.e.,$x \ge 3$).
However,looking at the options provided,the most appropriate description for the locus defined by $|z+3|-|z-3|=6$ is a ray on the $x$-axis starting from $3$ to $\infty$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $z = x + iy$ is a complex number,then the equation $\left|\frac{z+i}{z-i}\right| = \sqrt{3}$ represents the
A
circle with centre $(0, 2)$ and radius $\sqrt{3}$
B
circle with centre $(0, -2)$ and radius $\sqrt{3}$
C
circle with centre $(0, 0)$ and radius $\sqrt{3}$
D
circle with centre $(2, 0)$ and radius $\sqrt{3}$

Solution

(A) Given $\left|\frac{z+i}{z-i}\right| = \sqrt{3}$.
Squaring both sides,we get $\frac{|z+i|^2}{|z-i|^2} = 3$.
Substituting $z = x + iy$,we have $|x + i(y+1)|^2 = 3|x + i(y-1)|^2$.
This simplifies to $x^2 + (y+1)^2 = 3(x^2 + (y-1)^2)$.
$x^2 + y^2 + 2y + 1 = 3(x^2 + y^2 - 2y + 1)$.
$x^2 + y^2 + 2y + 1 = 3x^2 + 3y^2 - 6y + 3$.
$2x^2 + 2y^2 - 8y + 2 = 0$.
Dividing by $2$,we get $x^2 + y^2 - 4y + 1 = 0$.
Completing the square for $y$: $x^2 + (y-2)^2 - 4 + 1 = 0$.
$x^2 + (y-2)^2 = 3$.
This is a circle with centre $(0, 2)$ and radius $\sqrt{3}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $\frac{z-1}{2z+1}$ is a purely imaginary number,then the locus of $z$ represents a circle. Find its radius.
A
$\frac{9}{16}$ units
B
$\frac{3}{4}$ units
C
$\frac{1}{4}$ units
D
$\frac{1}{2}$ units

Solution

(B) Let $w = \frac{z-1}{2z+1}$. Since $w$ is purely imaginary,$w + \overline{w} = 0$.
Substituting $w$,we get $\frac{z-1}{2z+1} + \frac{\overline{z}-1}{2\overline{z}+1} = 0$.
$(z-1)(2\overline{z}+1) + (\overline{z}-1)(2z+1) = 0$.
$2z\overline{z} + z - 2\overline{z} - 1 + 2z\overline{z} + \overline{z} - 2z - 1 = 0$.
$4z\overline{z} - z - \overline{z} - 2 = 0$.
Dividing by $4$,we get $z\overline{z} - \frac{1}{4}z - \frac{1}{4}\overline{z} - \frac{1}{2} = 0$.
This is the equation of a circle in the form $z\overline{z} - \overline{\alpha}z - \alpha\overline{z} + k = 0$,where the center is $\alpha = \frac{1}{8}$ and the radius $r = \sqrt{|\alpha|^2 - k}$.
Here,$\alpha = \frac{1}{8}$ and $k = -\frac{1}{2}$.
$r = \sqrt{(\frac{1}{8})^2 - (-\frac{1}{2})} = \sqrt{\frac{1}{64} + \frac{1}{2}} = \sqrt{\frac{1+32}{64}} = \sqrt{\frac{33}{64}} = \frac{\sqrt{33}}{8}$.
Wait,re-evaluating the standard form: $z\overline{z} - \frac{1}{4}z - \frac{1}{4}\overline{z} = \frac{1}{2}$.
$(z - \frac{1}{4})(\overline{z} - \frac{1}{4}) = \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{16} = \frac{9}{16}$.
$|z - \frac{1}{4}|^2 = (\frac{3}{4})^2$.
Thus,the radius is $\frac{3}{4}$ units.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$A$ particle $P$ starts from the point $Z_0 = 1 + 2i$ where $i = \sqrt{-1}$. It moves first horizontally away from the origin by $5$ units and then vertically upwards parallel to the positive $y$-axis by $3$ units to reach a point $Z_1$. From $Z_1$,the particle moves $\sqrt{2}$ units in the direction of vector $\hat{i} + \hat{j}$ and then it moves through an angle $\frac{\pi}{2}$ in the anticlockwise direction on a circle with the centre at the origin to reach point $Z_2$. Then $Z_2 =$
A
$6 + 7i$
B
$-7 + 6i$
C
$-6 + 7i$
D
$7 - 6i$

Solution

(C) The initial position is $Z_0 = 1 + 2i$.
Moving $5$ units horizontally away from the origin means adding $5$ to the real part: $Z_{temp} = (1 + 5) + 2i = 6 + 2i$.
Moving $3$ units vertically upwards means adding $3$ to the imaginary part: $Z_1 = 6 + (2 + 3)i = 6 + 5i$.
From $Z_1$,the particle moves $\sqrt{2}$ units in the direction of $\hat{i} + \hat{j}$. The unit vector in this direction is $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}(\hat{i} + \hat{j}) = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} + \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}i$. Thus,the displacement is $\sqrt{2} \times (\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} + \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}i) = 1 + i$.
The new position is $Z_{1.5} = (6 + 5i) + (1 + i) = 7 + 6i$.
Finally,moving through an angle $\frac{\pi}{2}$ anticlockwise on a circle centered at the origin is equivalent to multiplying by $e^{i\pi/2} = i$.
$Z_2 = (7 + 6i) \times i = 7i + 6i^2 = 7i - 6 = -6 + 7i$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The lines $x+2ay+a=0$,$x+3by+b=0$,and $x+4cy+c=0$ are concurrent. Then $a, b, c$ are in:
A
Harmonic progression
B
Geometric progression
C
Arithmetic progression
D
Arithmetico-geometric progression

Solution

(A) Three lines $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$,$a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$,and $a_3x + b_3y + c_3 = 0$ are concurrent if the determinant of their coefficients is zero:
$\begin{vmatrix} 1 & 2a & a \\ 1 & 3b & b \\ 1 & 4c & c \end{vmatrix} = 0$
Applying row operations $R_2 \to R_2 - R_1$ and $R_3 \to R_3 - R_1$:
$\begin{vmatrix} 1 & 2a & a \\ 0 & 3b-2a & b-a \\ 0 & 4c-2a & c-a \end{vmatrix} = 0$
Expanding along the first column:
$(3b-2a)(c-a) - (b-a)(4c-2a) = 0$
$3bc - 3ab - 2ac + 2a^2 - (4bc - 2ab - 4ac + 2a^2) = 0$
$3bc - 3ab - 2ac + 2a^2 - 4bc + 2ab + 4ac - 2a^2 = 0$
$-bc - ab + 2ac = 0$
$2ac = ab + bc$
Dividing both sides by $abc$:
$\frac{2ac}{abc} = \frac{ab}{abc} + \frac{bc}{abc}$
$\frac{2}{b} = \frac{1}{c} + \frac{1}{a}$
This implies that $\frac{1}{a}, \frac{1}{b}, \frac{1}{c}$ are in arithmetic progression,which means $a, b, c$ are in harmonic progression.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
An ellipse has $OB$ as semi-minor axis,$S$ and $S^{\prime}$ are foci and angle $\angle SBS^{\prime}$ is a right angle. Then the eccentricity of the ellipse is
A
$\frac{1}{2}$
B
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
C
$\sqrt{2}$
D
$\frac{1}{3}$

Solution

(B) Let the equation of the ellipse be $\frac{x^2}{a^2} + \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$ where $a > b$.
The coordinates of the foci are $S = (ae, 0)$ and $S^{\prime} = (-ae, 0)$.
The coordinate of the end of the semi-minor axis $B$ is $(0, b)$.
Since $\angle SBS^{\prime} = 90^{\circ}$,the product of the slopes of $SB$ and $S^{\prime}B$ is $-1$.
Slope of $SB = \frac{b - 0}{0 - ae} = -\frac{b}{ae}$.
Slope of $S^{\prime}B = \frac{b - 0}{0 - (-ae)} = \frac{b}{ae}$.
Therefore,$(-\frac{b}{ae}) \times (\frac{b}{ae}) = -1$.
$\frac{b^2}{a^2e^2} = 1 \implies b^2 = a^2e^2$.
Using the relation $b^2 = a^2(1 - e^2)$,we get $a^2e^2 = a^2(1 - e^2)$.
$e^2 = 1 - e^2 \implies 2e^2 = 1 \implies e^2 = \frac{1}{2}$.
Thus,$e = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The eccentricity of the ellipse $9x^2 + 5y^2 - 30y = 0$ is
A
$1/3$
B
$2/3$
C
$3/7$
D
$4/9$

Solution

(B) Given the equation of the ellipse: $9x^2 + 5y^2 - 30y = 0$.
Complete the square for the $y$ terms: $9x^2 + 5(y^2 - 6y) = 0$.
$9x^2 + 5(y^2 - 6y + 9) = 5(9)$.
$9x^2 + 5(y - 3)^2 = 45$.
Divide by $45$: $\frac{x^2}{5} + \frac{(y - 3)^2}{9} = 1$.
Here,$a^2 = 9$ and $b^2 = 5$. Since $a^2 > b^2$,the major axis is vertical.
The eccentricity $e$ is given by $e = \sqrt{1 - \frac{b^2}{a^2}}$.
$e = \sqrt{1 - \frac{5}{9}} = \sqrt{\frac{4}{9}} = \frac{2}{3}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equations of two ellipses are $\frac{x^2}{4}+\frac{y^2}{2}=1$ and $\frac{x^2}{36}+\frac{y^2}{b^2}=1$. If the product of their eccentricities is $\frac{\sqrt{2}}{3}$,then the product of the length of the major axis and minor axis of the second ellipse is $\qquad$
A
$12 \sqrt{5}$
B
$720$
C
$6 \sqrt{20}$
D
$48 \sqrt{5}$

Solution

(D) For the first ellipse $\frac{x^2}{4}+\frac{y^2}{2}=1$,we have $a_1^2=4$ and $b_1^2=2$. The eccentricity $e_1$ is given by $e_1 = \sqrt{1 - \frac{b_1^2}{a_1^2}} = \sqrt{1 - \frac{2}{4}} = \sqrt{\frac{1}{2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$.
For the second ellipse $\frac{x^2}{36}+\frac{y^2}{b^2}=1$,we have $a_2^2=36$ and $b_2^2=b^2$. The eccentricity $e_2$ is given by $e_2 = \sqrt{1 - \frac{b^2}{36}}$.
Given $e_1 \times e_2 = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{3}$,we have $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \times \sqrt{1 - \frac{b^2}{36}} = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{3}$.
Squaring both sides,$\frac{1}{2} (1 - \frac{b^2}{36}) = \frac{2}{9} \implies 1 - \frac{b^2}{36} = \frac{4}{9} \implies \frac{b^2}{36} = 1 - \frac{4}{9} = \frac{5}{9}$.
Thus,$b^2 = 36 \times \frac{5}{9} = 20$,so $b = \sqrt{20} = 2\sqrt{5}$.
The major axis length is $2a_2 = 2 \times 6 = 12$ and the minor axis length is $2b = 2 \times 2\sqrt{5} = 4\sqrt{5}$.
The product of the lengths is $12 \times 4\sqrt{5} = 48\sqrt{5}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The foci of a hyperbola coincide with the foci of the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{25}+\frac{y^2}{9}=1$. The equation of the hyperbola with eccentricity $e = 2$ is
A
$\frac{x^2}{12}-\frac{y^2}{4}=1$
B
$\frac{x^2}{4}-\frac{y^2}{12}=1$
C
$\frac{x^2}{12}-\frac{y^2}{16}=1$
D
$\frac{x^2}{16}-\frac{y^2}{12}=1$

Solution

(B) For the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{25}+\frac{y^2}{9}=1$,we have $a^2 = 25$ and $b^2 = 9$.
The eccentricity of the ellipse is $e_e = \sqrt{1 - \frac{b^2}{a^2}} = \sqrt{1 - \frac{9}{25}} = \sqrt{\frac{16}{25}} = \frac{4}{5}$.
The foci of the ellipse are $(\pm ae_e, 0) = (\pm 5 \times \frac{4}{5}, 0) = (\pm 4, 0)$.
For the hyperbola,the foci are $(\pm ae_h, 0) = (\pm 4, 0)$,so $ae_h = 4$.
Given the eccentricity of the hyperbola $e_h = 2$,we have $a(2) = 4$,which implies $a = 2$.
For a hyperbola,$b^2 = a^2(e_h^2 - 1) = 2^2(2^2 - 1) = 4(4 - 1) = 4(3) = 12$.
Thus,the equation of the hyperbola is $\frac{x^2}{a^2} - \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$,which is $\frac{x^2}{4} - \frac{y^2}{12} = 1$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The angle between the curves $xy=6$ and $x^2y=12$ is
A
$\tan^{-1} \frac{3}{11}$
B
$\tan^{-1} \frac{11}{3}$
C
$\tan^{-1} \frac{2}{11}$
D
$\tan^{-1} \frac{1}{11}$

Solution

(A) Given curves are $xy=6$ $(1)$ and $x^2y=12$ $(2)$.
Dividing $(2)$ by $(1)$,we get $\frac{x^2y}{xy} = \frac{12}{6}$,which implies $x=2$.
Substituting $x=2$ in $(1)$,we get $2y=6$,so $y=3$. The point of intersection is $(2, 3)$.
For curve $(1)$,$y = \frac{6}{x}$,so $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{6}{x^2}$. At $(2, 3)$,$m_1 = -\frac{6}{4} = -\frac{3}{2}$.
For curve $(2)$,$y = \frac{12}{x^2}$,so $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{24}{x^3}$. At $(2, 3)$,$m_2 = -\frac{24}{8} = -3$.
The angle $\theta$ between the curves is given by $\tan \theta = |\frac{m_1 - m_2}{1 + m_1 m_2}|$.
$\tan \theta = |\frac{-1.5 - (-3)}{1 + (-1.5)(-3)}| = |\frac{1.5}{1 + 4.5}| = |\frac{1.5}{5.5}| = \frac{15}{55} = \frac{3}{11}$.
Therefore,$\theta = \tan^{-1} \frac{3}{11}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equation of the tangent to the curve $y = \cos(x + y)$ for $-2\pi \leq x \leq 2\pi$,which is parallel to the line $x + 2y = 0$,is:
A
$2x + 4y + \pi = 0$
B
$2x + 4y - \pi = 0$
C
$2x + 4y - 3\pi = 0$
D
$2x - 4y + 3\pi = 0$

Solution

(B) Given the curve $y = \cos(x + y)$. Differentiating with respect to $x$,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\sin(x + y) \cdot (1 + \frac{dy}{dx})$.
Rearranging,$\frac{dy}{dx}(1 + \sin(x + y)) = -\sin(x + y)$,so $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{-\sin(x + y)}{1 + \sin(x + y)}$.
The tangent is parallel to $x + 2y = 0$,which has a slope $m = -\frac{1}{2}$.
Setting $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{1}{2}$,we get $\frac{-\sin(x + y)}{1 + \sin(x + y)} = -\frac{1}{2} \implies 2\sin(x + y) = 1 + \sin(x + y) \implies \sin(x + y) = 1$.
Since $\sin(x + y) = 1$,then $x + y = 2n\pi + \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Substituting into the original equation: $y = \cos(2n\pi + \frac{\pi}{2}) = 0$.
Thus,$x + 0 = 2n\pi + \frac{\pi}{2} \implies x = 2n\pi + \frac{\pi}{2}$.
For $x \in [-2\pi, 2\pi]$,possible values are $x = \frac{\pi}{2}$ and $x = -\frac{3\pi}{2}$.
For $x = \frac{\pi}{2}, y = 0$,the tangent equation is $y - 0 = -\frac{1}{2}(x - \frac{\pi}{2}) \implies 2y = -x + \frac{\pi}{2} \implies 2x + 4y - \pi = 0$.
This matches option $B$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$A$ normal is drawn at a point $P(x, y)$ of a curve $y=f(x)$. The normal meets the $X$-axis at $Q$. If the length $l(PQ) = k$,where $k$ is a constant,find the equation of the curve passing through $(0, k)$.
A
$x^2 + y^2 = k^2$
B
$(1 + k)x^2 + y^2 = k^2$
C
$x^2 + (1 + k^2)y^2 = k^2$
D
$x^2 + 2y^2 = 2k^2$

Solution

(A) Let the point $P$ be $(x, y)$. The slope of the tangent at $P$ is $\frac{dy}{dx}$. The slope of the normal at $P$ is $-\frac{dx}{dy}$.
The equation of the normal at $P(x, y)$ is $Y - y = -\frac{dx}{dy}(X - x)$.
To find the point $Q$ where the normal meets the $X$-axis,set $Y = 0$: $-y = -\frac{dx}{dy}(X - x) \implies X - x = y \frac{dy}{dx} \implies X = x + y \frac{dy}{dx}$.
Thus,$Q = (x + y \frac{dy}{dx}, 0)$.
The length $PQ$ is given by $l(PQ)^2 = (X - x)^2 + (0 - y)^2 = k^2$.
Substituting $X - x = y \frac{dy}{dx}$,we get $(y \frac{dy}{dx})^2 + y^2 = k^2$.
$y^2 ((\frac{dy}{dx})^2 + 1) = k^2 \implies (\frac{dy}{dx})^2 = \frac{k^2 - y^2}{y^2} = \frac{k^2 - y^2}{y^2}$.
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \pm \frac{\sqrt{k^2 - y^2}}{y}$.
Separating variables: $\int \frac{y}{\sqrt{k^2 - y^2}} dy = \pm \int dx$.
Let $u = k^2 - y^2$,then $du = -2y dy$. The integral becomes $-\frac{1}{2} \int u^{-1/2} du = -\sqrt{u} = -\sqrt{k^2 - y^2}$.
So,$-\sqrt{k^2 - y^2} = \pm x + C$.
Since the curve passes through $(0, k)$,we have $-\sqrt{k^2 - k^2} = 0 + C \implies C = 0$.
Thus,$\sqrt{k^2 - y^2} = |x| \implies k^2 - y^2 = x^2 \implies x^2 + y^2 = k^2$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If the curve $y=ax^2-6x+b$ passes through $(0,4)$ and has its tangent parallel to the $x$-axis at $x=\frac{3}{2}$,then the values of $a$ and $b$ respectively are
A
$2, 4$
B
$-2, 4$
C
$2, -4$
D
$-2, -4$

Solution

(A) Given the curve equation is $y = ax^2 - 6x + b$.
Since the curve passes through $(0, 4)$,we substitute $x=0$ and $y=4$ into the equation:
$4 = a(0)^2 - 6(0) + b \implies b = 4$.
Now,the derivative of the curve is $\frac{dy}{dx} = 2ax - 6$.
The tangent is parallel to the $x$-axis at $x = \frac{3}{2}$,which means $\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$ at $x = \frac{3}{2}$.
$2a(\frac{3}{2}) - 6 = 0 \implies 3a - 6 = 0 \implies 3a = 6 \implies a = 2$.
Thus,the values are $a = 2$ and $b = 4$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The normal to the curve $x = 9(1 + \cos \theta)$,$y = 9 \sin \theta$ at $\theta$ always passes through the fixed point
A
$(9, 0)$
B
$(8, 9)$
C
$(0, 9)$
D
$(9, 8)$

Solution

(A) Given the parametric equations of the curve: $x = 9(1 + \cos \theta)$ and $y = 9 \sin \theta$.
First,we find the derivatives with respect to $\theta$:
$\frac{dx}{d\theta} = -9 \sin \theta$
$\frac{dy}{d\theta} = 9 \cos \theta$
The slope of the tangent is $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{dy/d\theta}{dx/d\theta} = \frac{9 \cos \theta}{-9 \sin \theta} = -\cot \theta$.
The slope of the normal is the negative reciprocal of the tangent slope: $m_n = -\frac{1}{-\cot \theta} = \tan \theta = \frac{\sin \theta}{\cos \theta}$.
The equation of the normal at point $(9(1 + \cos \theta), 9 \sin \theta)$ is:
$y - 9 \sin \theta = \tan \theta (x - 9(1 + \cos \theta))$
$y - 9 \sin \theta = \frac{\sin \theta}{\cos \theta} (x - 9 - 9 \cos \theta)$
$y \cos \theta - 9 \sin \theta \cos \theta = x \sin \theta - 9 \sin \theta - 9 \sin \theta \cos \theta$
$y \cos \theta = x \sin \theta - 9 \sin \theta$
$y \cos \theta = \sin \theta (x - 9)$
If we check the point $(9, 0)$:
$0 \cdot \cos \theta = \sin \theta (9 - 9) \implies 0 = 0$.
Thus,the normal always passes through the fixed point $(9, 0)$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$A$ particle moves along a curve $y = \frac{2x^3 - 1}{3}$. The points on the curve at which the $y$-coordinate is changing $18$ times as fast as the $x$-coordinate are
A
$(-3, -\frac{55}{3}), (3, -\frac{53}{3})$
B
$(-3, \frac{53}{3}), (3, \frac{55}{3})$
C
$(-3, -\frac{53}{3}), (3, \frac{55}{3})$
D
$(-3, -\frac{55}{3}), (3, \frac{53}{3})$

Solution

(D) Given the curve equation is $y = \frac{2x^3 - 1}{3}$.
We are given that the rate of change of the $y$-coordinate is $18$ times the rate of change of the $x$-coordinate,which implies $\frac{dy}{dt} = 18 \frac{dx}{dt}$.
Dividing both sides by $\frac{dx}{dt}$,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = 18$.
Now,differentiate the curve equation with respect to $x$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx} (\frac{2x^3 - 1}{3}) = \frac{1}{3} \cdot 6x^2 = 2x^2$.
Equating the derivative to $18$:
$2x^2 = 18 \implies x^2 = 9 \implies x = \pm 3$.
For $x = 3$,$y = \frac{2(3)^3 - 1}{3} = \frac{54 - 1}{3} = \frac{53}{3}$.
For $x = -3$,$y = \frac{2(-3)^3 - 1}{3} = \frac{-54 - 1}{3} = -\frac{55}{3}$.
Thus,the points are $(3, \frac{53}{3})$ and $(-3, -\frac{55}{3})$.
Comparing this with the given options,the correct option is $D$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If the line $ax + by + c = 0$ is normal to the curve $xy = 1$,then
A
$a > 0, b > 0$
B
$a > 0, b < 0$
C
$a < 0, b \geqslant 0$
D
$a < 0, b < 0$

Solution

(B) The equation of the curve is $xy = 1$,which can be written as $y = \frac{1}{x}$.
Differentiating with respect to $x$,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{1}{x^2}$.
The slope of the tangent at any point $(x_1, y_1)$ on the curve is $m_t = -\frac{1}{x_1^2}$.
The slope of the normal at $(x_1, y_1)$ is $m_n = -\frac{1}{m_t} = x_1^2$.
The equation of the line is $ax + by + c = 0$,which can be written as $y = -\frac{a}{b}x - \frac{c}{b}$.
The slope of this line is $-\frac{a}{b}$.
Since the line is normal to the curve,its slope must equal the slope of the normal: $-\frac{a}{b} = x_1^2$.
Since $x_1^2 > 0$ for all $x_1 \neq 0$,we must have $-\frac{a}{b} > 0$,which implies $\frac{a}{b} < 0$.
This means $a$ and $b$ must have opposite signs.
Looking at the options,if $a > 0$,then $b < 0$ (Option $B$). If $a < 0$,then $b > 0$ (not explicitly listed as a single option,but $b < 0$ is given in $D$).
Given the standard form of such problems,$a$ and $b$ must have opposite signs,which is satisfied by $a > 0, b < 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The angle $\theta$,at which the curves $y=3^x$ and $y=7^x$ intersect,is given by
A
$\tan \theta=\frac{\log \left(\frac{3}{7}\right)}{1+(\log 3)(\log 7)}$
B
$\tan \theta=\frac{\log \left(7\right)}{1+(\log 3)(\log 7)}$
C
$\tan \theta=\frac{\log \left(\frac{3}{7}\right)}{1-(\log 3)(\log 7)}$
D
$\tan \theta=\frac{\log \left(\frac{7}{3}\right)}{1+(\log 3)(\log 7)}$

Solution

(D) The curves are $y_1 = 3^x$ and $y_2 = 7^x$.
They intersect where $3^x = 7^x$,which implies $x=0$.
At $x=0$,$y=3^0=1$. So the point of intersection is $(0, 1)$.
The slopes of the tangents are $m_1 = \frac{dy_1}{dx} = 3^x \ln 3$ and $m_2 = \frac{dy_2}{dx} = 7^x \ln 7$.
At $(0, 1)$,$m_1 = \ln 3$ and $m_2 = \ln 7$.
The angle $\theta$ between the curves is given by $\tan \theta = |\frac{m_2 - m_1}{1 + m_1 m_2}|$.
$\tan \theta = |\frac{\ln 7 - \ln 3}{1 + (\ln 3)(\ln 7)}| = \frac{\ln(7/3)}{1 + (\ln 3)(\ln 7)}$.
Since $\log x$ usually denotes $\log_{10} x$ and $\ln x$ denotes $\log_e x$,the expression is equivalent to $\frac{\log(7/3)}{1 + (\log 3)(\log 7)}$ if the base is consistent.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The length of the perpendicular drawn from the origin on the normal to the curve $x^2+2xy-3y^2=0$ at the point $(2,2)$ is
A
$\sqrt{2}$ units
B
$3\sqrt{2}$ units
C
$2\sqrt{2}$ units
D
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$ units

Solution

(C) Given the curve $x^2+2xy-3y^2=0$.
Differentiating with respect to $x$: $2x + 2y + 2x\frac{dy}{dx} - 6y\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$.
At point $(2,2)$: $2(2) + 2(2) + 2(2)\frac{dy}{dx} - 6(2)\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$.
$4 + 4 + 4\frac{dy}{dx} - 12\frac{dy}{dx} = 0 \implies 8 - 8\frac{dy}{dx} = 0 \implies \frac{dy}{dx} = 1$.
The slope of the tangent at $(2,2)$ is $m = 1$.
The slope of the normal is $m' = -\frac{1}{m} = -1$.
The equation of the normal at $(2,2)$ is $y - 2 = -1(x - 2) \implies y - 2 = -x + 2 \implies x + y - 4 = 0$.
The length of the perpendicular from the origin $(0,0)$ to the line $x + y - 4 = 0$ is given by $d = \frac{|ax_0 + by_0 + c|}{\sqrt{a^2 + b^2}}$.
$d = \frac{|1(0) + 1(0) - 4|}{\sqrt{1^2 + 1^2}} = \frac{|-4|}{\sqrt{2}} = \frac{4}{\sqrt{2}} = 2\sqrt{2}$ units.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equation of the tangent to the curve $(1+x^2)y = 2-x$,where it crosses the $X$-axis,is
A
$x+5y=2$
B
$x-5y=2$
C
$5x-y=10$
D
$5x+y-10=0$

Solution

(A) Given the curve equation: $(1+x^2)y = 2-x$.
To find the point where the curve crosses the $X$-axis,set $y=0$:
$(1+x^2)(0) = 2-x \implies 2-x = 0 \implies x=2$.
So,the point of contact is $(2, 0)$.
Now,differentiate the equation with respect to $x$:
$(1+x^2) \frac{dy}{dx} + y(2x) = -1$.
Substitute $x=2$ and $y=0$ to find the slope $m$:
$(1+2^2) \frac{dy}{dx} + 0(2 \times 2) = -1
(5) \frac{dy}{dx} = -1
\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{1}{5}$.
The equation of the tangent at $(2, 0)$ with slope $m = -\frac{1}{5}$ is:
$y - 0 = -\frac{1}{5}(x - 2)
5y = -x + 2
x + 5y = 2$.
Thus,the correct option is $A$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equation of the tangent to the curve $y = b e^{-x / a}$ at the point where it crosses the $Y$ axis is
A
$x/a + y/b = 1$
B
$x/a - y/b = 1$
C
$ax + by = 1$
D
$x + y = a + b$

Solution

(A) The given curve is $y = b e^{-x / a}$.
To find the point where the curve crosses the $Y$ axis,we set $x = 0$.
Substituting $x = 0$ into the equation,we get $y = b e^0 = b$.
So,the point of contact is $(0, b)$.
Now,we find the derivative $\frac{dy}{dx}$ to determine the slope of the tangent:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = b \cdot e^{-x / a} \cdot (-1 / a) = -\frac{b}{a} e^{-x / a}$.
At the point $(0, b)$,the slope $m$ is:
$m = \left. \frac{dy}{dx} \right|_{(0, b)} = -\frac{b}{a} e^0 = -\frac{b}{a}$.
The equation of the tangent line passing through $(x_1, y_1) = (0, b)$ with slope $m = -\frac{b}{a}$ is given by $y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)$.
$y - b = -\frac{b}{a}(x - 0)$.
$y - b = -\frac{b}{a}x$.
Dividing both sides by $b$,we get $\frac{y}{b} - 1 = -\frac{x}{a}$.
Rearranging the terms,we get $\frac{x}{a} + \frac{y}{b} = 1$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The points on the curve $y^2 = \frac{x^3}{9}$,where the normal to the curve makes equal intercepts with the axes,are
A
$(2, \pm \frac{8}{3})$
B
$(4, \pm \frac{8}{3})$
C
$(2, \pm \frac{2\sqrt{2}}{3})$
D
$(4, \pm \frac{2\sqrt{2}}{3})$

Solution

(B) Given the curve $y^2 = \frac{x^3}{9}$. Differentiating with respect to $x$,we get $2y \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{3x^2}{9} = \frac{x^2}{3}$,so $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{x^2}{6y}$.
The slope of the normal at point $(x_1, y_1)$ is $m_n = -\frac{1}{dy/dx} = -\frac{6y_1}{x_1^2}$.
The equation of the normal is $y - y_1 = -\frac{6y_1}{x_1^2}(x - x_1)$.
Since the normal makes equal intercepts with the axes,its slope must be $\pm 1$. Given the geometry,the slope is $-1$.
So,$-\frac{6y_1}{x_1^2} = -1 \implies x_1^2 = 6y_1$.
Substitute $y_1^2 = \frac{x_1^3}{9}$ into the equation: $y_1 = \frac{x_1^2}{6} \implies y_1^2 = \frac{x_1^4}{36}$.
Equating the two expressions for $y_1^2$: $\frac{x_1^3}{9} = \frac{x_1^4}{36} \implies 4x_1^3 = x_1^4 \implies x_1 = 4$ (since $x_1 \neq 0$).
If $x_1 = 4$,then $y_1^2 = \frac{64}{9} \implies y_1 = \pm \frac{8}{3}$.
Thus,the points are $(4, \pm \frac{8}{3})$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The area of the triangle formed by the coordinate axes and a tangent to the curve $xy = a^2$ at the point $(x_1, y_1)$ is . . . . . . sq. units (where $a, x_1$,and $y_1$ are non-zero).
A
$\frac{a^2 x_1}{y_1}$
B
$\frac{a^2 y_1}{x_1}$
C
$2a^2$
D
$4a^2$

Solution

(C) Given the curve $xy = a^2$. Differentiating with respect to $x$,we get $y + x \frac{dy}{dx} = 0$,so $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{y}{x}$.
At the point $(x_1, y_1)$,the slope of the tangent is $m = -\frac{y_1}{x_1}$.
The equation of the tangent at $(x_1, y_1)$ is $y - y_1 = -\frac{y_1}{x_1}(x - x_1)$.
Multiplying by $x_1$,we get $x_1 y - x_1 y_1 = -y_1 x + x_1 y_1$,which simplifies to $x_1 y + y_1 x = 2x_1 y_1$.
Since $x_1 y_1 = a^2$,the equation becomes $x_1 y + y_1 x = 2a^2$.
Dividing by $2a^2$,we get $\frac{x}{2a^2/y_1} + \frac{y}{2a^2/x_1} = 1$.
This is the intercept form of a line $\frac{x}{A} + \frac{y}{B} = 1$,where the x-intercept $A = \frac{2a^2}{y_1}$ and the y-intercept $B = \frac{2a^2}{x_1}$.
The area of the triangle formed by the axes and the tangent is $\frac{1}{2} \times |A| \times |B| = \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{2a^2}{y_1} \times \frac{2a^2}{x_1} = \frac{2a^4}{x_1 y_1}$.
Since $x_1 y_1 = a^2$,the area is $\frac{2a^4}{a^2} = 2a^2$ sq. units.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
By dropping a stone in a quiet lake,a wave in the form of a circle is generated. The radius of the circular wave increases at the rate of $2.1 \text{ cm/sec}$. Then the rate of increase of the enclosed circular region,when the radius of the circular wave is $10 \text{ cm}$,is (Given $\pi = \frac{22}{7}$)
A
$66 \text{ cm}^2/\text{sec}$
B
$122 \text{ cm}^2/\text{sec}$
C
$132 \text{ cm}^2/\text{sec}$
D
$110 \text{ cm}^2/\text{sec}$

Solution

(C) Let $r$ be the radius of the circular wave and $A$ be the area of the circular region.
Given that the rate of change of the radius is $\frac{dr}{dt} = 2.1 \text{ cm/sec}$.
The area of the circle is given by $A = \pi r^2$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $t$,we get $\frac{dA}{dt} = 2\pi r \frac{dr}{dt}$.
Given $r = 10 \text{ cm}$ and $\frac{dr}{dt} = 2.1 \text{ cm/sec}$.
Substituting these values,$\frac{dA}{dt} = 2 \times \frac{22}{7} \times 10 \times 2.1$.
$\frac{dA}{dt} = 2 \times \frac{22}{7} \times 10 \times \frac{21}{10}$.
$\frac{dA}{dt} = 2 \times 22 \times 3 = 132 \text{ cm}^2/\text{sec}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The position of a point at time $t$ is given by $x = a + bt - ct^2$ and $y = at + bt^2$. The resultant acceleration of the point at time $t$ is given by:
A
$2 \sqrt{b^2 + c^2} \text{ unit/s}^2$
B
$2 \sqrt{c^2 + b^2} \text{ unit/s}^2$
C
$2 \sqrt{c^2 + b^2} \text{ unit/s}^2$
D
$2 \sqrt{c^2 + b^2} \text{ unit/s}^2$

Solution

(A) Given the position coordinates: $x = a + bt - ct^2$ and $y = at + bt^2$.
To find the acceleration,we first find the velocity components by differentiating with respect to time $t$:
$v_x = \frac{dx}{dt} = b - 2ct$
$v_y = \frac{dy}{dt} = a + 2bt$
Now,we find the acceleration components by differentiating velocity with respect to time $t$:
$a_x = \frac{dv_x}{dt} = -2c$
$a_y = \frac{dv_y}{dt} = 2b$
The resultant acceleration $a$ is given by the magnitude of the acceleration vector:
$a = \sqrt{a_x^2 + a_y^2} = \sqrt{(-2c)^2 + (2b)^2}$
$a = \sqrt{4c^2 + 4b^2} = 2 \sqrt{c^2 + b^2} \text{ unit/s}^2$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The approximate value of $\cos \left(59^{\circ} 30^{\prime}\right)$ is (given $1^{\circ} = 0.0175^{c}, \sin 60^{\circ} = 0.8660$)
A
$0.5076$
B
$0.5176$
C
$0.5256$
D
$0.5150$

Solution

(A) Let $f(x) = \cos x$. We need to find the value of $\cos(59^{\circ} 30^{\prime})$.
We can write $59^{\circ} 30^{\prime}$ as $60^{\circ} - 30^{\prime} = 60^{\circ} - 0.5^{\circ}$.
Let $x = 60^{\circ} = \frac{\pi}{3}$ radians and $\Delta x = -0.5^{\circ} = -0.5 \times 0.0175^{c} = -0.00875^{c}$.
Using the differential formula,$f(x + \Delta x) \approx f(x) + f'(x) \Delta x$.
Here,$f(x) = \cos x$,so $f'(x) = -\sin x$.
$f(60^{\circ} - 0.5^{\circ}) \approx \cos(60^{\circ}) - \sin(60^{\circ}) \times \Delta x$.
Given $\cos(60^{\circ}) = 0.5$ and $\sin(60^{\circ}) = 0.8660$.
$f(59.5^{\circ}) \approx 0.5 - (0.8660) \times (-0.00875)$.
$f(59.5^{\circ}) \approx 0.5 + 0.0075775 = 0.5075775$.
Rounding to four decimal places,we get $0.5076$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The radius of the base of a cone is increasing at the rate $3 \text{ cm/min}$ and the altitude is decreasing at the rate $4 \text{ cm/min}$. The rate at which the lateral surface area is changing,when the radius is $7 \text{ cm}$ and altitude is $24 \text{ cm}$,is:
A
$75 \pi \text{ cm}^2/\text{min}$
B
$25 \pi \text{ cm}^2/\text{min}$
C
$3 \pi \text{ cm}^2/\text{min}$
D
$54 \pi \text{ cm}^2/\text{min}$

Solution

(D) Let $r$ be the radius and $h$ be the altitude of the cone. The slant height $l$ is given by $l = \sqrt{r^2 + h^2}$.
Given: $\frac{dr}{dt} = 3 \text{ cm/min}$ and $\frac{dh}{dt} = -4 \text{ cm/min}$.
The lateral surface area $S$ of a cone is $S = \pi rl = \pi r \sqrt{r^2 + h^2}$.
At $r = 7$ and $h = 24$,$l = \sqrt{7^2 + 24^2} = \sqrt{49 + 576} = \sqrt{625} = 25 \text{ cm}$.
Differentiating $S$ with respect to $t$:
$\frac{dS}{dt} = \pi \left( \frac{dr}{dt} \sqrt{r^2 + h^2} + r \cdot \frac{1}{2\sqrt{r^2 + h^2}} \cdot (2r \frac{dr}{dt} + 2h \frac{dh}{dt}) \right)$.
$\frac{dS}{dt} = \pi \left( 3 \cdot 25 + 7 \cdot \frac{1}{25} \cdot (7 \cdot 3 + 24 \cdot (-4)) \right)$.
$\frac{dS}{dt} = \pi \left( 75 + \frac{7}{25} \cdot (21 - 96) \right) = \pi \left( 75 + \frac{7}{25} \cdot (-75) \right)$.
$\frac{dS}{dt} = \pi (75 - 7 \cdot 3) = \pi (75 - 21) = 54 \pi \text{ cm}^2/\text{min}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
Let $x$ be the length of each of the equal sides of an isosceles triangle and $\theta$ be the angle between these sides. If $x$ is increasing at the rate $\frac{1}{12} \text{ m/hour}$ and $\theta$ is increasing at the rate $\frac{\pi}{180} \text{ rad/hour}$,then the rate at which the area of the triangle is increasing when $x=12 \text{ m}$ and $\theta=\frac{\pi}{4}$ is:
A
$\left(\frac{\pi}{5}+\frac{1}{2}\right) \text{ m}^2/\text{hour}$
B
$\sqrt{2}\left(\frac{\pi}{5}+\frac{1}{2}\right) \text{ m}^2/\text{hour}$
C
$2\left(\frac{\pi}{5}+\frac{1}{2}\right) \text{ m}^2/\text{hour}$
D
$\sqrt{3}\left(\frac{\pi}{5}+\frac{1}{2}\right) \text{ m}^2/\text{hour}$

Solution

(B) The area $A$ of an isosceles triangle with equal sides $x$ and included angle $\theta$ is given by $A = \frac{1}{2} x^2 \sin \theta$.
To find the rate of change of the area,we differentiate $A$ with respect to time $t$ using the product rule:
$\frac{dA}{dt} = \frac{1}{2} \left( 2x \frac{dx}{dt} \sin \theta + x^2 \cos \theta \frac{d\theta}{dt} \right) = x \frac{dx}{dt} \sin \theta + \frac{1}{2} x^2 \cos \theta \frac{d\theta}{dt}$.
Given values: $x = 12 \text{ m}$,$\theta = \frac{\pi}{4}$,$\frac{dx}{dt} = \frac{1}{12} \text{ m/h}$,and $\frac{d\theta}{dt} = \frac{\pi}{180} \text{ rad/h}$.
Substituting these values into the derivative:
$\frac{dA}{dt} = (12) \left( \frac{1}{12} \right) \sin \left( \frac{\pi}{4} \right) + \frac{1}{2} (12)^2 \cos \left( \frac{\pi}{4} \right) \left( \frac{\pi}{180} \right)$.
$\frac{dA}{dt} = (1) \left( \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \right) + \frac{1}{2} (144) \left( \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \right) \left( \frac{\pi}{180} \right)$.
$\frac{dA}{dt} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} + \frac{72}{\sqrt{2}} \left( \frac{\pi}{180} \right) = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} + \frac{2\pi}{5\sqrt{2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \left( 1 + \frac{2\pi}{5} \right)$.
Note: The provided options seem to contain a typo in the coefficient. Re-evaluating the expression: $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} (1 + \frac{2\pi}{5}) = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{2} (1 + \frac{2\pi}{5}) = \sqrt{2} (\frac{1}{2} + \frac{\pi}{5})$.
Thus,the correct option is $B$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
The approximate value of $\sqrt[3]{64.04}$ is
A
$4.00043$
B
$4.00076$
C
$4.00083$
D
$4.00064$

Solution

(C) Let $f(x) = x^{1/3}$. We need to find the approximate value of $f(64.04)$.
Let $x = 64$ and $\Delta x = 0.04$.
Then $f(x + \Delta x) \approx f(x) + f'(x) \cdot \Delta x$.
Here,$f(x) = x^{1/3}$,so $f'(x) = \frac{1}{3} x^{-2/3} = \frac{1}{3(x^{1/3})^2}$.
For $x = 64$,$f(64) = 64^{1/3} = 4$.
$f'(64) = \frac{1}{3(4)^2} = \frac{1}{3 \cdot 16} = \frac{1}{48}$.
Now,$f(64.04) \approx 4 + \frac{1}{48} \cdot 0.04$.
$f(64.04) \approx 4 + \frac{0.04}{48} = 4 + \frac{4}{4800} = 4 + \frac{1}{1200}$.
$f(64.04) \approx 4 + 0.000833...$
Thus,the approximate value is $4.00083$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The equation of motion of a particle is given by $s = at^2 + bt + c$. If the displacement after $1 \ s$ is $20 \ m$,the velocity after $2 \ s$ is $30 \ m/s$,and the acceleration is $10 \ m/s^2$,then which of the following is true?
A
$a + c = 2b$
B
$a + c = b$
C
$a - c = b$
D
$a + c = 3b$

Solution

(B) Given the equation of motion: $s(t) = at^2 + bt + c$.
Velocity $v(t) = \frac{ds}{dt} = 2at + b$.
Acceleration $a_{acc}(t) = \frac{dv}{dt} = 2a$.
Given acceleration is $10 \ m/s^2$,so $2a = 10 \implies a = 5$.
Given velocity after $2 \ s$ is $30 \ m/s$: $v(2) = 2a(2) + b = 30 \implies 4a + b = 30$.
Substituting $a = 5$: $4(5) + b = 30 \implies 20 + b = 30 \implies b = 10$.
Given displacement after $1 \ s$ is $20 \ m$: $s(1) = a(1)^2 + b(1) + c = 20 \implies a + b + c = 20$.
Substituting $a = 5$ and $b = 10$: $5 + 10 + c = 20 \implies 15 + c = 20 \implies c = 5$.
Now check the options:
$a + c = 5 + 5 = 10$.
Since $b = 10$,we have $a + c = b$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The length and breadth of a rectangle are $x \text{ cm}$ and $y \text{ cm}$ respectively. If the length decreases at the rate of $5 \text{ cm/min}$ and the breadth increases at the rate of $3 \text{ cm/min}$,then the rates of change of the perimeter and area respectively when $x = 5 \text{ cm}$ and $y = 2 \text{ cm}$ are:
A
$-4 \text{ cm/min}$ and $5 \text{ cm}^2\text{/min}$
B
$-5 \text{ cm/min}$ and $3 \text{ cm}^2\text{/min}$
C
$3 \text{ cm/min}$ and $5 \text{ cm}^2\text{/min}$
D
$3 \text{ cm/min}$ and $-5 \text{ cm}^2\text{/min}$

Solution

(A) Let $x$ be the length and $y$ be the breadth of the rectangle. Given $\frac{dx}{dt} = -5 \text{ cm/min}$ and $\frac{dy}{dt} = 3 \text{ cm/min}$.
Perimeter $P = 2(x + y)$.
The rate of change of perimeter is $\frac{dP}{dt} = 2(\frac{dx}{dt} + \frac{dy}{dt}) = 2(-5 + 3) = 2(-2) = -4 \text{ cm/min}$.
Area $A = xy$.
The rate of change of area is $\frac{dA}{dt} = x \frac{dy}{dt} + y \frac{dx}{dt}$.
Substituting the values $x = 5$,$y = 2$,$\frac{dx}{dt} = -5$,and $\frac{dy}{dt} = 3$:
$\frac{dA}{dt} = (5)(3) + (2)(-5) = 15 - 10 = 5 \text{ cm}^2\text{/min}$.
Thus,the rates of change are $-4 \text{ cm/min}$ and $5 \text{ cm}^2\text{/min}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The rate of change of volume of a spherical balloon at any instant is directly proportional to its surface area. If initially its radius is $3 \ cm$,and after $2 \ minutes$ its radius becomes $9 \ cm$,then what is the radius of the balloon after $4 \ minutes$ (in $cm$)?
A
$12$
B
$14$
C
$15$
D
$18$

Solution

(C) Let $V$ be the volume and $S$ be the surface area of the spherical balloon with radius $r$.
We know $V = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$ and $S = 4 \pi r^2$.
The rate of change of volume is given by $\frac{dV}{dt} = kS$,where $k$ is a constant.
Since $\frac{dV}{dt} = \frac{dV}{dr} \cdot \frac{dr}{dt} = (4 \pi r^2) \frac{dr}{dt}$,we have $4 \pi r^2 \frac{dr}{dt} = k(4 \pi r^2)$.
This simplifies to $\frac{dr}{dt} = k$.
Integrating with respect to $t$,we get $r(t) = kt + C$.
At $t = 0$,$r = 3$,so $C = 3$.
At $t = 2$,$r = 9$,so $9 = k(2) + 3$,which gives $2k = 6$,or $k = 3$.
Thus,the radius function is $r(t) = 3t + 3$.
After $t = 4 \ minutes$,$r(4) = 3(4) + 3 = 12 + 3 = 15 \ cm$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
The rate of change of the volume of a sphere with respect to its surface area,when the radius is $5 \ m$ is
A
$5/2 \ m$
B
$2/5 \ m$
C
$1/2 \ m$
D
$5/1 \ m$

Solution

(A) Let $r$ be the radius of the sphere.
The volume $V$ of the sphere is given by $V = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$.
The surface area $S$ of the sphere is given by $S = 4 \pi r^2$.
We need to find the rate of change of volume with respect to surface area,which is $\frac{dV}{dS}$.
Using the chain rule,$\frac{dV}{dS} = \frac{dV/dr}{dS/dr}$.
Differentiating $V$ with respect to $r$: $\frac{dV}{dr} = \frac{d}{dr}(\frac{4}{3} \pi r^3) = 4 \pi r^2$.
Differentiating $S$ with respect to $r$: $\frac{dS}{dr} = \frac{d}{dr}(4 \pi r^2) = 8 \pi r$.
Therefore,$\frac{dV}{dS} = \frac{4 \pi r^2}{8 \pi r} = \frac{r}{2}$.
When the radius $r = 5 \ m$,the rate of change is $\frac{5}{2} \ m$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $x$ and $y$ are sides of two squares such that $y = x - x^2$,then the rate of change of area of the second square with respect to that of the first square is
A
$(1 - 2x)^2$
B
$2(1 - 2x)(1 - x)$
C
$2(1 - 2x)(1 - 2x)$
D
$2(1 - 2x)(x - 1)$

Solution

(C) Let $A_1$ be the area of the first square and $A_2$ be the area of the second square.
Given that the side of the first square is $x$,so $A_1 = x^2$.
Given that the side of the second square is $y = x - x^2$,so $A_2 = y^2 = (x - x^2)^2$.
We need to find the rate of change of $A_2$ with respect to $A_1$,which is $\frac{dA_2}{dA_1}$.
Using the chain rule,$\frac{dA_2}{dA_1} = \frac{dA_2/dx}{dA_1/dx}$.
First,calculate $\frac{dA_1}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx}(x^2) = 2x$.
Next,calculate $\frac{dA_2}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx}((x - x^2)^2) = 2(x - x^2) \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(x - x^2) = 2(x - x^2)(1 - 2x)$.
Now,substitute these into the chain rule formula:
$\frac{dA_2}{dA_1} = \frac{2(x - x^2)(1 - 2x)}{2x} = \frac{2x(1 - x)(1 - 2x)}{2x} = (1 - x)(1 - 2x) = 1 - 2x - x + 2x^2 = 2x^2 - 3x + 1$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
The surface area of a spherical ball is increasing at the rate of $4 \pi \,cm^2/s$. The rate at which the radius is increasing when the surface area is $16 \pi \,cm^2$ is: (in $\,cm/s$)
A
$0.5$
B
$0.25$
C
$0.125$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) Let $S$ be the surface area and $r$ be the radius of the spherical ball. The surface area is given by $S = 4 \pi r^2$.
Given that $\frac{dS}{dt} = 4 \pi \,cm^2/s$.
Differentiating $S$ with respect to $t$,we get $\frac{dS}{dt} = 8 \pi r \frac{dr}{dt}$.
When $S = 16 \pi \,cm^2$,we have $4 \pi r^2 = 16 \pi$,which implies $r^2 = 4$,so $r = 2 \,cm$.
Substituting the values into the derivative equation: $4 \pi = 8 \pi (2) \frac{dr}{dt}$.
$4 \pi = 16 \pi \frac{dr}{dt}$.
$\frac{dr}{dt} = \frac{4 \pi}{16 \pi} = 0.25 \,cm/s$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$A$ spherical balloon is filled with $4500 \pi$ cubic meters of helium gas. If a leak in the balloon causes the gas to escape at the rate of $72 \pi$ cubic meters per minute,then the rate (in meters per minute) at which the radius of the balloon decreases $49$ minutes after the leakage has begun,is
A
$\frac{9}{7}$
B
$-\frac{2}{9}$
C
$\frac{9}{2}$
D
$\frac{2}{9}$

Solution

(D) The volume of a spherical balloon is given by $V = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$.
Given the initial volume $V_0 = 4500 \pi \ m^3$.
The rate of change of volume is $\frac{dV}{dt} = -72 \pi \ m^3/\text{min}$.
After $t = 49$ minutes,the volume $V$ is $V = V_0 + (\frac{dV}{dt}) \times t = 4500 \pi - 72 \pi \times 49$.
$V = 4500 \pi - 3528 \pi = 972 \pi \ m^3$.
Using $V = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$,we find the radius $r$ at $t = 49$:
$972 \pi = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3 \implies r^3 = 972 \times \frac{3}{4} = 729$.
$r = \sqrt[3]{729} = 9 \ m$.
Now,differentiate $V = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$ with respect to $t$:
$\frac{dV}{dt} = 4 \pi r^2 \frac{dr}{dt}$.
Substitute the known values: $-72 \pi = 4 \pi (9)^2 \frac{dr}{dt}$.
$-72 \pi = 4 \pi (81) \frac{dr}{dt} \implies -72 \pi = 324 \pi \frac{dr}{dt}$.
$\frac{dr}{dt} = -\frac{72}{324} = -\frac{2}{9} \ m/\text{min}$.
The rate at which the radius decreases is $\frac{2}{9} \ m/\text{min}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
The approximate value of $\frac{1}{(2.002)^2}$ is
A
$0.2495$
B
$0.2595$
C
$0.2095$
D
$0.2392$

Solution

(A) Let $f(x) = \frac{1}{x^2} = x^{-2}$.
We need to find the value of $f(2.002)$.
Let $x = 2$ and $\Delta x = 0.002$.
Then $f(x + \Delta x) \approx f(x) + f'(x) \cdot \Delta x$.
First,find the derivative $f'(x) = -2x^{-3} = -\frac{2}{x^3}$.
At $x = 2$,$f(2) = \frac{1}{2^2} = \frac{1}{4} = 0.25$.
And $f'(2) = -\frac{2}{2^3} = -\frac{2}{8} = -0.25$.
Now,substitute these values into the approximation formula:
$f(2.002) \approx 0.25 + (-0.25) \cdot (0.002)$.
$f(2.002) \approx 0.25 - 0.0005 = 0.2495$.
Thus,the approximate value is $0.2495$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $2f(x) + 3f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) = x^2 + 1, x \neq 0$ and $y = 5x^2 f(x)$,then $y$ is strictly increasing in
A
$\left(0, \frac{1}{2}\right)$
B
$\left(-\frac{2}{5}, 0\right)$
C
$\left(\frac{1}{2}, \frac{\sqrt{5}}{2}\right)$
D
$\left(-\frac{1}{2}, 0\right)$

Solution

(A) Given $2f(x) + 3f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) = x^2 + 1$ (Equation $1$).
Replace $x$ with $\frac{1}{x}$: $2f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) + 3f(x) = \frac{1}{x^2} + 1$ (Equation $2$).
Multiply Equation $1$ by $2$ and Equation $2$ by $3$:
$4f(x) + 6f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) = 2x^2 + 2$
$9f(x) + 6f\left(\frac{1}{x}\right) = \frac{3}{x^2} + 3$
Subtracting the first from the second: $5f(x) = \frac{3}{x^2} + 3 - 2x^2 - 2 = \frac{3}{x^2} - 2x^2 + 1$.
Then $y = 5x^2 f(x) = x^2 \left(\frac{3}{x^2} - 2x^2 + 1\right) = 3 - 2x^4 + x^2$.
To find where $y$ is strictly increasing,calculate $\frac{dy}{dx} = -8x^3 + 2x = 2x(1 - 4x^2) = 2x(1 - 2x)(1 + 2x)$.
Set $\frac{dy}{dx} > 0$: $2x(1 - 2x)(1 + 2x) > 0$.
Critical points are $x = 0, \frac{1}{2}, -\frac{1}{2}$.
Testing intervals: $(-\infty, -1/2) \implies (-)(-)(-) < 0$; $(-1/2, 0) \implies (-)(-)(+) > 0$; $(0, 1/2) \implies (+)(+)(+) > 0$; $(1/2, \infty) \implies (+)(-)(+) < 0$.
Thus,$y$ is strictly increasing in $(-\infty, -1/2) \cup (0, 1/2)$.
Comparing with options,the interval $(0, 1/2)$ is correct.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The function $f$ defined by $f(x) = (x + 2) e^{-x}$ is
A
decreasing for all $x \in R$
B
decreasing in $(-\infty, -1)$ and increasing in $(-1, \infty)$
C
decreasing in $(-1, \infty)$ and increasing in $(-\infty, -1)$
D
increasing for all $x \in R$

Solution

(C) To determine the intervals of increase and decrease,we find the derivative $f'(x)$.
Given $f(x) = (x + 2) e^{-x}$.
Using the product rule,$f'(x) = (1) e^{-x} + (x + 2) (-e^{-x})$.
$f'(x) = e^{-x} (1 - x - 2) = e^{-x} (-x - 1) = -(x + 1) e^{-x}$.
For the function to be increasing,$f'(x) > 0$,which implies $-(x + 1) e^{-x} > 0$. Since $e^{-x} > 0$ for all $x$,we must have $-(x + 1) > 0$,or $x + 1 < 0$,which means $x < -1$.
Thus,the function is increasing in $(-\infty, -1)$.
For the function to be decreasing,$f'(x) < 0$,which implies $-(x + 1) e^{-x} < 0$. This means $x + 1 > 0$,or $x > -1$.
Thus,the function is decreasing in $(-1, \infty)$.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
80
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $f(x) = \frac{k \sin x + 2 \cos x}{\sin x + \cos x}$ is strictly increasing for all real values of $x$,then
A
$k = 1$
B
$k > 1$
C
$k < 2$
D
$k > 2$

Solution

(D) For $f(x)$ to be strictly increasing,we must have $f'(x) > 0$ for all $x$.
Given $f(x) = \frac{k \sin x + 2 \cos x}{\sin x + \cos x}$.
Using the quotient rule,$f'(x) = \frac{(k \cos x - 2 \sin x)(\sin x + \cos x) - (k \sin x + 2 \cos x)(\cos x - \sin x)}{(\sin x + \cos x)^2}$.
Simplifying the numerator:
$N = (k \sin x \cos x + k \cos^2 x - 2 \sin^2 x - 2 \sin x \cos x) - (k \sin x \cos x - k \sin^2 x + 2 \cos^2 x - 2 \sin x \cos x)$.
$N = k \cos^2 x - 2 \sin^2 x + k \sin^2 x - 2 \cos^2 x$.
$N = (k - 2) \cos^2 x + (k - 2) \sin^2 x = (k - 2)(\cos^2 x + \sin^2 x) = k - 2$.
Thus,$f'(x) = \frac{k - 2}{(\sin x + \cos x)^2}$.
For $f(x)$ to be strictly increasing,$f'(x) > 0$.
Since $(\sin x + \cos x)^2 > 0$ for all $x$ where the function is defined,we require $k - 2 > 0$,which implies $k > 2$.
81
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $f(x) = x \cdot e^{x(1-x)}$,then $f(x)$ is
A
increasing in $R$
B
increasing in $\left(-\frac{1}{2}, 1\right)$
C
decreasing in $R$
D
decreasing in $\left[-\frac{1}{2}, 1\right]$

Solution

(B) Given $f(x) = x \cdot e^{x-x^2}$.
To find the intervals of increase or decrease,we compute the derivative $f'(x)$.
Using the product rule and chain rule: $f'(x) = 1 \cdot e^{x-x^2} + x \cdot e^{x-x^2} \cdot (1-2x)$.
$f'(x) = e^{x-x^2} [1 + x(1-2x)] = e^{x-x^2} [1 + x - 2x^2]$.
Factoring the quadratic expression: $1 + x - 2x^2 = -(2x^2 - x - 1) = -(2x+1)(x-1) = (2x+1)(1-x)$.
So,$f'(x) = e^{x-x^2} (2x+1)(1-x)$.
Since $e^{x-x^2} > 0$ for all $x \in R$,the sign of $f'(x)$ depends on $(2x+1)(1-x)$.
$f'(x) > 0$ when $(2x+1)(1-x) > 0$,which implies $-\frac{1}{2} < x < 1$.
Thus,$f(x)$ is increasing in the interval $\left(-\frac{1}{2}, 1\right)$.
82
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The function $f(x) = \sin^4 x + \cos^4 x$ increases if
A
$0 < x < \frac{\pi}{8}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{4} < x < \frac{\pi}{2}$
C
$\frac{3\pi}{8} < x < \frac{\pi}{2}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{2} < x < \frac{5\pi}{8}$

Solution

(B) Given the function $f(x) = \sin^4 x + \cos^4 x$.
We can rewrite this as $f(x) = (\sin^2 x + \cos^2 x)^2 - 2\sin^2 x \cos^2 x = 1 - \frac{1}{2}(2\sin x \cos x)^2 = 1 - \frac{1}{2}\sin^2(2x)$.
To find where the function increases,we find the derivative $f'(x) = -\frac{1}{2} \cdot 2\sin(2x) \cdot \cos(2x) \cdot 2 = -\sin(4x)$.
The function increases when $f'(x) > 0$,which means $-\sin(4x) > 0$,or $\sin(4x) < 0$.
This occurs when $\pi < 4x < 2\pi$,which simplifies to $\frac{\pi}{4} < x < \frac{\pi}{2}$.
83
MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
$f(x) = \frac{x}{2} + \frac{2}{x}, x \neq 0$ is strictly decreasing in
A
$(-2, 0) \cup (0, 2)$
B
$(-2, 2)$
C
$(2, \infty)$
D
$(-\infty, -2)$

Solution

(A) Given function is $f(x) = \frac{x}{2} + \frac{2}{x}$.
To find the intervals where the function is strictly decreasing,we find the derivative $f'(x)$.
$f'(x) = \frac{d}{dx} (\frac{x}{2} + 2x^{-1}) = \frac{1}{2} - 2x^{-2} = \frac{1}{2} - \frac{2}{x^2}$.
For the function to be strictly decreasing,we require $f'(x) < 0$.
$\frac{1}{2} - \frac{2}{x^2} < 0 \implies \frac{x^2 - 4}{2x^2} < 0$.
Since $2x^2 > 0$ for all $x \neq 0$,the inequality holds when $x^2 - 4 < 0$.
$(x - 2)(x + 2) < 0$.
This inequality holds for $x \in (-2, 2)$.
Since $x \neq 0$,the function is strictly decreasing in the interval $(-2, 0) \cup (0, 2)$.
84
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $f(x) = \log(1+x) - \frac{2x}{2+x}$,then $f(x)$ is increasing in
A
$(-1, \infty)$
B
$(-\infty, \infty)$
C
$(0, \infty)$
D
$(1, \infty)$

Solution

(A) To determine where $f(x)$ is increasing,we find its derivative $f'(x)$.
Given $f(x) = \log(1+x) - \frac{2x}{2+x}$.
The domain of $f(x)$ is $x > -1$.
$f'(x) = \frac{d}{dx} [\log(1+x)] - \frac{d}{dx} [\frac{2x}{2+x}]$.
Using the quotient rule for the second term: $\frac{d}{dx} [\frac{2x}{2+x}] = \frac{(2+x)(2) - 2x(1)}{(2+x)^2} = \frac{4+2x-2x}{(2+x)^2} = \frac{4}{(2+x)^2}$.
So,$f'(x) = \frac{1}{1+x} - \frac{4}{(2+x)^2}$.
$f'(x) = \frac{(2+x)^2 - 4(1+x)}{(1+x)(2+x)^2} = \frac{4+4x+x^2-4-4x}{(1+x)(2+x)^2} = \frac{x^2}{(1+x)(2+x)^2}$.
For $f(x)$ to be increasing,we require $f'(x) > 0$.
Since $x^2 \ge 0$ and $(2+x)^2 > 0$ for all $x$ in the domain,$f'(x) > 0$ whenever $1+x > 0$,which means $x > -1$.
Thus,$f(x)$ is increasing in $(-1, \infty)$.
85
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The function $f(x) = [x(x-2)]^2$ is increasing in the set
A
$(-\infty, 0) \cup (2, \infty)$
B
$(-\infty, 1)$
C
$(1, 2)$
D
$(0, 1) \cup (2, \infty)$

Solution

(D) Given the function $f(x) = [x(x-2)]^2 = (x^2 - 2x)^2$.
To find the intervals where the function is increasing,we find the derivative $f'(x)$.
$f'(x) = 2(x^2 - 2x)(2x - 2) = 4x(x-2)(x-1)$.
For the function to be increasing,we set $f'(x) > 0$.
$4x(x-1)(x-2) > 0$.
Using the wavy curve method (sign scheme) for the critical points $x = 0, 1, 2$:
- For $x \in (0, 1)$,$f'(x) < 0$.
- For $x \in (1, 2)$,$f'(x) > 0$.
- For $x \in (2, \infty)$,$f'(x) > 0$.
Wait,let's re-evaluate the sign scheme:
If $x > 2$,all factors $(x), (x-1), (x-2)$ are positive,so $f'(x) > 0$.
If $1 < x < 2$,$(x)$ is positive,$(x-1)$ is positive,$(x-2)$ is negative,so $f'(x) < 0$.
If $0 < x < 1$,$(x)$ is positive,$(x-1)$ is negative,$(x-2)$ is negative,so $f'(x) > 0$.
If $x < 0$,all factors are negative,so $f'(x) < 0$.
Thus,$f'(x) > 0$ in $(0, 1) \cup (2, \infty)$.
Therefore,the function is increasing in $(0, 1) \cup (2, \infty)$.
86
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$A$ population $p(t)$ of $1000$ bacteria introduced into a nutrient medium grows according to the relation $p(t) = 1000 + \frac{1000t}{100 + t^2}$. The maximum size of this bacterial population is
A
$1100$
B
$1250$
C
$1050$
D
$950$

Solution

(C) To find the maximum size of the population,we need to find the maximum value of the function $p(t) = 1000 + \frac{1000t}{100 + t^2}$.
Let $f(t) = \frac{1000t}{100 + t^2}$. To find the critical points,we calculate the derivative $f'(t)$ and set it to $0$.
Using the quotient rule,$f'(t) = 1000 \times \frac{(100 + t^2)(1) - t(2t)}{(100 + t^2)^2} = 1000 \times \frac{100 - t^2}{(100 + t^2)^2}$.
Setting $f'(t) = 0$ gives $100 - t^2 = 0$,so $t^2 = 100$,which implies $t = 10$ (since $t \ge 0$).
Now,we evaluate $p(t)$ at $t = 10$:
$p(10) = 1000 + \frac{1000(10)}{100 + (10)^2} = 1000 + \frac{10000}{100 + 100} = 1000 + \frac{10000}{200} = 1000 + 50 = 1050$.
Thus,the maximum size of the bacterial population is $1050$.
87
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $20$ is divided into two parts such that the product of the cube of one part and the square of the other part is maximum,then these two parts are:
A
$15, 5$
B
$16, 4$
C
$12, 8$
D
$14, 6$

Solution

(C) Let the two parts be $x$ and $20-x$.
Let the product be $P(x) = x^3(20-x)^2$.
To find the maximum,we differentiate $P(x)$ with respect to $x$:
$P'(x) = 3x^2(20-x)^2 + x^3 \cdot 2(20-x)(-1)$
$P'(x) = x^2(20-x) [3(20-x) - 2x]$
$P'(x) = x^2(20-x) [60 - 3x - 2x] = x^2(20-x)(60-5x)$.
Setting $P'(x) = 0$,we get $x=0$,$x=20$,or $x=12$.
Since $x$ must be between $0$ and $20$,we test $x=12$.
For $x=12$,the parts are $12$ and $20-12=8$.
Thus,the two parts are $12$ and $8$.
88
MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$A$ manufacturer produces $x$ items per week at a total cost of Rs $(x^2+78x+2500)$. The price per unit is given by $8x = 600 - p$,where $p$ is the price of each unit. Then the maximum profit obtained is
A
Rs. $5069$
B
Rs. $15138$
C
Rs. $7569$
D
Rs. $2500$

Solution

(A) Given,cost function $C(x) = x^2 + 78x + 2500$.
Price per unit $p = 600 - 8x$.
Revenue function $R(x) = x \times p = x(600 - 8x) = 600x - 8x^2$.
Profit function $P(x) = R(x) - C(x) = (600x - 8x^2) - (x^2 + 78x + 2500) = -9x^2 + 522x - 2500$.
To find maximum profit,find the derivative $P'(x)$ and set it to $0$:
$P'(x) = -18x + 522 = 0 \implies 18x = 522 \implies x = 29$.
Check the second derivative: $P''(x) = -18 < 0$,so $x = 29$ is a point of local maxima.
Maximum profit $P(29) = -9(29)^2 + 522(29) - 2500 = -9(841) + 15138 - 2500 = -7569 + 15138 - 2500 = 5069$.
Thus,the maximum profit is Rs. $5069$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The function $f(x) = x^5 - 5x^4 + 5x^3 - 10$ has a local maximum when $x$ is equal to:
A
$0$
B
$1$
C
$2$
D
$3$

Solution

(B) To find the local maximum,we first find the derivative of the function $f(x) = x^5 - 5x^4 + 5x^3 - 10$.
$f'(x) = 5x^4 - 20x^3 + 15x^2$.
Setting $f'(x) = 0$ for critical points:
$5x^2(x^2 - 4x + 3) = 0$.
$5x^2(x - 1)(x - 3) = 0$.
The critical points are $x = 0, x = 1, x = 3$.
Now,we find the second derivative $f''(x) = 20x^3 - 60x^2 + 30x$.
Check the sign of $f''(x)$ at the critical points:
For $x = 1$: $f''(1) = 20(1)^3 - 60(1)^2 + 30(1) = 20 - 60 + 30 = -10$.
Since $f''(1) < 0$,the function has a local maximum at $x = 1$.
For $x = 3$: $f''(3) = 20(27) - 60(9) + 30(3) = 540 - 540 + 90 = 90 > 0$,so it is a local minimum.
For $x = 0$: $f''(0) = 0$,and checking the sign change of $f'(x)$ around $x=0$,we see $f'(x) = 5x^2(x-1)(x-3)$,which is positive on both sides of $x=0$,so it is a point of inflection.
Thus,the function has a local maximum at $x = 1$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$A$ wire of length $8 \text{ units}$ is cut into two parts which are bent respectively in the form of a square and a circle. The least value of the sum of the areas so formed is
A
$\frac{8}{\pi+4}$
B
$\frac{64}{\pi+4}$
C
$\frac{2}{\pi+4}$
D
$\frac{16}{\pi+4}$

Solution

(D) Let the length of the wire used for the square be $x$. Then the length of the wire used for the circle is $8-x$.
For the square,the perimeter is $4a = x$,so the side $a = \frac{x}{4}$. The area of the square is $A_1 = a^2 = \frac{x^2}{16}$.
For the circle,the circumference is $2\pi r = 8-x$,so the radius $r = \frac{8-x}{2\pi}$. The area of the circle is $A_2 = \pi r^2 = \pi \left(\frac{8-x}{2\pi}\right)^2 = \frac{(8-x)^2}{4\pi}$.
The total area $A(x) = \frac{x^2}{16} + \frac{(8-x)^2}{4\pi}$.
To find the minimum,differentiate with respect to $x$: $A'(x) = \frac{2x}{16} + \frac{2(8-x)(-1)}{4\pi} = \frac{x}{8} - \frac{8-x}{2\pi}$.
Set $A'(x) = 0$: $\frac{x}{8} = \frac{8-x}{2\pi} \implies \pi x = 32 - 4x \implies x(\pi+4) = 32 \implies x = \frac{32}{\pi+4}$.
Substitute $x$ back into $A(x)$: $A = \frac{1}{16} \left(\frac{32}{\pi+4}\right)^2 + \frac{1}{4\pi} \left(8 - \frac{32}{\pi+4}\right)^2 = \frac{64}{(\pi+4)^2} + \frac{1}{4\pi} \left(\frac{8\pi+32-32}{\pi+4}\right)^2 = \frac{64}{(\pi+4)^2} + \frac{64\pi^2}{4\pi(\pi+4)^2} = \frac{64}{(\pi+4)^2} + \frac{16\pi}{(\pi+4)^2} = \frac{16(4+\pi)}{(\pi+4)^2} = \frac{16}{\pi+4}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
An open tank with a square bottom is to contain $4000 \ cm^3$ of liquid. Find the dimensions of the tank such that the surface area of the tank is minimum.
A
side $= 20 \ cm$,height $= 10 \ cm$
B
side $= 10 \ cm$,height $= 20 \ cm$
C
side $= 10 \ cm$,height $= 40 \ cm$
D
side $= 20 \ cm$,height $= 5 \ cm$

Solution

(A) Let the side of the square base be $x \ cm$ and the height of the tank be $h \ cm$.
The volume of the tank is $V = x^2 h = 4000$.
Thus,$h = \frac{4000}{x^2}$.
The surface area $S$ of an open tank is given by $S = x^2 + 4xh$.
Substituting $h$ in the surface area formula: $S = x^2 + 4x(\frac{4000}{x^2}) = x^2 + \frac{16000}{x}$.
To find the minimum surface area,differentiate $S$ with respect to $x$: $\frac{dS}{dx} = 2x - \frac{16000}{x^2}$.
Set $\frac{dS}{dx} = 0$ for critical points: $2x = \frac{16000}{x^2} \implies x^3 = 8000 \implies x = 20 \ cm$.
Now,find the height: $h = \frac{4000}{20^2} = \frac{4000}{400} = 10 \ cm$.
Since $\frac{d^2S}{dx^2} = 2 + \frac{32000}{x^3} > 0$ at $x = 20$,the surface area is minimum at $x = 20 \ cm$ and $h = 10 \ cm$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The maximum value of $x^{2/3} + (x-2)^{2/3}$ is
A
$0$
B
$2$
C
$2^{2/3}$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) Let $f(x) = x^{2/3} + (x-2)^{2/3}$.
To find the critical points,we find the derivative $f'(x)$:
$f'(x) = \frac{2}{3}x^{-1/3} + \frac{2}{3}(x-2)^{-1/3} = \frac{2}{3} \left( \frac{1}{x^{1/3}} + \frac{1}{(x-2)^{1/3}} \right)$.
Setting $f'(x) = 0$,we get $\frac{1}{x^{1/3}} = -\frac{1}{(x-2)^{1/3}}$,which implies $(x-2)^{1/3} = -x^{1/3}$.
Cubing both sides,$x-2 = -x$,so $2x = 2$,which gives $x = 1$.
The derivative $f'(x)$ is undefined at $x = 0$ and $x = 2$.
We evaluate $f(x)$ at critical points and boundaries (assuming the domain is $(-\infty, \infty)$):
$f(0) = 0^{2/3} + (-2)^{2/3} = 2^{2/3} \approx 1.587$.
$f(2) = 2^{2/3} + 0^{2/3} = 2^{2/3} \approx 1.587$.
$f(1) = 1^{2/3} + (-1)^{2/3} = 1 + 1 = 2$.
As $x \to \pm \infty$,$f(x) \to \infty$.
However,for the function $f(x) = x^{2/3} + (x-2)^{2/3}$ on the interval $[0, 2]$,the maximum value is $2$ at $x = 1$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The sum of two nonzero numbers is $4$. The minimum value of the sum of their reciprocals is
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(A) Let the two nonzero numbers be $x$ and $y$. Given that $x + y = 4$,which implies $y = 4 - x$.
We want to minimize the sum of their reciprocals,$S = \frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y}$.
Substituting $y = 4 - x$ into the expression for $S$,we get $S(x) = \frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{4 - x}$.
To find the minimum,we differentiate $S$ with respect to $x$: $S'(x) = -\frac{1}{x^2} + \frac{1}{(4 - x)^2}$.
Setting $S'(x) = 0$,we get $\frac{1}{x^2} = \frac{1}{(4 - x)^2}$,which implies $x^2 = (4 - x)^2$.
Solving for $x$,$x^2 = 16 - 8x + x^2$,so $8x = 16$,which gives $x = 2$.
If $x = 2$,then $y = 4 - 2 = 2$.
The sum of the reciprocals is $S = \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = 1$.
Since $S''(x) = \frac{2}{x^3} + \frac{2}{(4 - x)^3}$,at $x = 2$,$S''(2) = \frac{2}{8} + \frac{2}{8} = \frac{1}{2} > 0$,confirming a local minimum.
Thus,the minimum value is $1$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $y = \alpha \log x + \beta x^3 - x$ has extreme values at $x = -1$ and $x = 1$,then $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are respectively
A
$0$ and $\frac{1}{3}$
B
$0$ and $\frac{-1}{3}$
C
$\frac{-1}{3}$ and $\frac{1}{3}$
D
$\frac{1}{3}$ and $\frac{1}{3}$

Solution

(A) Given the function $y = \alpha \log x + \beta x^3 - x$.
For the function to have extreme values at $x = -1$ and $x = 1$,the derivative $\frac{dy}{dx}$ must be zero at these points.
First,find the derivative: $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{\alpha}{x} + 3\beta x^2 - 1$.
At $x = 1$: $\frac{dy}{dx} = \alpha + 3\beta - 1 = 0 \implies \alpha + 3\beta = 1$.
At $x = -1$: $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{\alpha}{-1} + 3\beta(-1)^2 - 1 = 0 \implies -\alpha + 3\beta = 1$.
Adding the two equations: $(\alpha + 3\beta) + (-\alpha + 3\beta) = 1 + 1 \implies 6\beta = 2 \implies \beta = \frac{1}{3}$.
Substituting $\beta = \frac{1}{3}$ into $\alpha + 3\beta = 1$: $\alpha + 3(\frac{1}{3}) = 1 \implies \alpha + 1 = 1 \implies \alpha = 0$.
Thus,$\alpha = 0$ and $\beta = \frac{1}{3}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
$A$ manufacturer sells $x$ items at a price of rupees $\left(6-\frac{x}{40}\right)$ each. The cost price of $x$ items is Rs. $\left(\frac{x}{5}+193\right)$. The maximum profit in Rs. is
A
$134.4$
B
$144.3$
C
$143.4$
D
$133.4$

Solution

(C) Let $R(x)$ be the revenue function and $C(x)$ be the cost function.
Revenue $R(x) = x \times \left(6 - \frac{x}{40}\right) = 6x - \frac{x^2}{40}$.
Cost $C(x) = \frac{x}{5} + 193$.
Profit $P(x) = R(x) - C(x) = 6x - \frac{x^2}{40} - \frac{x}{5} - 193$.
$P(x) = -\frac{x^2}{40} + \frac{29x}{5} - 193$.
To find the maximum profit,we find the derivative $P'(x)$ and set it to $0$.
$P'(x) = -\frac{2x}{40} + \frac{29}{5} = -\frac{x}{20} + 5.8$.
Setting $P'(x) = 0$,we get $\frac{x}{20} = 5.8$,so $x = 116$.
Now,find the second derivative $P''(x) = -\frac{1}{20}$. Since $P''(x) < 0$,the profit is maximum at $x = 116$.
Maximum profit $P(116) = -\frac{116^2}{40} + \frac{29(116)}{5} - 193$.
$P(116) = -\frac{13456}{40} + 672.8 - 193 = -336.4 + 672.8 - 193 = 143.4$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The minimum value of $ax + by$ where $xy = c^2$ is
A
$2c\sqrt{ab}$
B
$2ab\sqrt{c}$
C
$-2c\sqrt{ab}$
D
$2c(ab)$

Solution

(A) Let $f(x, y) = ax + by$ subject to the constraint $xy = c^2$,where $x, y > 0$.
Substituting $y = \frac{c^2}{x}$ into the expression,we get $f(x) = ax + \frac{bc^2}{x}$.
To find the minimum,we differentiate with respect to $x$:
$f'(x) = a - \frac{bc^2}{x^2}$.
Setting $f'(x) = 0$,we get $a = \frac{bc^2}{x^2}$,which implies $x^2 = \frac{bc^2}{a}$,so $x = c\sqrt{\frac{b}{a}}$.
Since $x, y > 0$,we take the positive root.
Then $y = \frac{c^2}{x} = \frac{c^2}{c\sqrt{b/a}} = c\sqrt{\frac{a}{b}}$.
The minimum value is $f = a(c\sqrt{\frac{b}{a}}) + b(c\sqrt{\frac{a}{b}}) = c\sqrt{ab} + c\sqrt{ab} = 2c\sqrt{ab}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
The maximum value of $\left(\frac{1}{x}\right)^x$ is
A
$e^{1/e}$
B
$e^e$
C
$1$
D
$e$

Solution

(A) Let $f(x) = (\frac{1}{x})^x = x^{-x}$.
Taking the natural logarithm on both sides,we get $\ln(f(x)) = -x \ln(x)$.
To find the critical points,we differentiate with respect to $x$:
$\frac{d}{dx}(\ln(f(x))) = \frac{d}{dx}(-x \ln(x))$
$\frac{f'(x)}{f(x)} = -[\ln(x) + x \cdot \frac{1}{x}] = -(\ln(x) + 1)$.
Setting $f'(x) = 0$,we get $\ln(x) + 1 = 0$,which implies $\ln(x) = -1$,so $x = e^{-1} = \frac{1}{e}$.
Now,we check the second derivative or the sign of $f'(x)$ around $x = \frac{1}{e}$.
For $x < \frac{1}{e}$,$f'(x) > 0$ and for $x > \frac{1}{e}$,$f'(x) < 0$,so $x = \frac{1}{e}$ is a point of local maximum.
The maximum value is $f(\frac{1}{e}) = (\frac{1}{1/e})^{1/e} = e^{1/e}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
If $x+y=6, x \geqslant 0, y \geqslant 0$,then the maximum value of $x^2 y$ is
A
$30$
B
$32$
C
$34$
D
$36$

Solution

(B) Let $f(x, y) = x^2 y$. Given $x+y=6$,we have $y = 6-x$.
Substituting $y$ in $f$,we get $f(x) = x^2(6-x) = 6x^2 - x^3$.
To find the maximum,we find the derivative $f'(x) = 12x - 3x^2$.
Setting $f'(x) = 0$,we get $3x(4-x) = 0$,which gives $x=0$ or $x=4$.
Since $x=0$ gives $f(0)=0$,we check $x=4$.
For $x=4$,$y = 6-4 = 2$.
The value is $f(4) = 4^2 \times 2 = 16 \times 2 = 32$.
Thus,the maximum value is $32$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2025
The minimum value of the slope of the tangent to the curve $y=x^3-3x^2+2x+93$ is
A
$1$
B
$-1$
C
$2$
D
$-2$

Solution

(B) The slope of the tangent to the curve $y=f(x)$ is given by $m = \frac{dy}{dx}$.
Given $y = x^3 - 3x^2 + 2x + 93$,we differentiate with respect to $x$:
$m = \frac{dy}{dx} = 3x^2 - 6x + 2$.
To find the minimum value of the slope $m$,we differentiate $m$ with respect to $x$ and set it to zero:
$\frac{dm}{dx} = 6x - 6$.
Setting $\frac{dm}{dx} = 0$,we get $6x - 6 = 0$,which implies $x = 1$.
Now,we check the second derivative to confirm the minimum:
$\frac{d^2m}{dx^2} = 6 > 0$,which confirms that the slope has a minimum at $x = 1$.
The minimum value of the slope is $m(1) = 3(1)^2 - 6(1) + 2 = 3 - 6 + 2 = -1$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2025
In the Mean Value Theorem,$f'(c) = \frac{f(b) - f(a)}{b - a}$. If $a = 0$,$b = \frac{1}{2}$,and $f(x) = x(x - 1)(x - 2)$,then the value of $c$ is:
A
$1 - \frac{\sqrt{15}}{6}$
B
$1 - \frac{\sqrt{13}}{6}$
C
$1 - \frac{\sqrt{21}}{6}$
D
$1 + \frac{\sqrt{21}}{6}$

Solution

(C) Given $f(x) = x(x - 1)(x - 2) = x(x^2 - 3x + 2) = x^3 - 3x^2 + 2x$.
First,calculate $f(a)$ and $f(b)$ where $a = 0$ and $b = \frac{1}{2}$:
$f(0) = 0(0 - 1)(0 - 2) = 0$.
$f(\frac{1}{2}) = \frac{1}{2}(\frac{1}{2} - 1)(\frac{1}{2} - 2) = \frac{1}{2}(-\frac{1}{2})(-\frac{3}{2}) = \frac{3}{8}$.
Now,calculate the slope $\frac{f(b) - f(a)}{b - a} = \frac{3/8 - 0}{1/2 - 0} = \frac{3/8}{1/2} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Find the derivative $f'(x) = 3x^2 - 6x + 2$.
Set $f'(c) = \frac{3}{4}$:
$3c^2 - 6c + 2 = \frac{3}{4} \implies 12c^2 - 24c + 8 = 3 \implies 12c^2 - 24c + 5 = 0$.
Using the quadratic formula $c = \frac{-B \pm \sqrt{B^2 - 4AC}}{2A}$:
$c = \frac{24 \pm \sqrt{(-24)^2 - 4(12)(5)}}{2(12)} = \frac{24 \pm \sqrt{576 - 240}}{24} = \frac{24 \pm \sqrt{336}}{24} = \frac{24 \pm 4\sqrt{21}}{24} = 1 \pm \frac{\sqrt{21}}{6}$.
Since $c \in (0, 1/2)$,we choose $c = 1 - \frac{\sqrt{21}}{6}$.

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