WBJEE 2024 Mathematics Question Paper with Answer and Solution

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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $1000! = 3^n \times m$ where $m$ is an integer not divisible by $3$,then $n = $
A
$498$
B
$298$
C
$398$
D
$98$

Solution

(A) To find the exponent of a prime $p$ in the prime factorization of $N!$,we use Legendre's Formula: $E_p(N!) = \sum_{k=1}^{\infty} \left[ \frac{N}{p^k} \right]$.
Here,$N = 1000$ and $p = 3$.
$E_3(1000!) = \left[ \frac{1000}{3} \right] + \left[ \frac{1000}{9} \right] + \left[ \frac{1000}{27} \right] + \left[ \frac{1000}{81} \right] + \left[ \frac{1000}{243} \right] + \left[ \frac{1000}{729} \right]$.
Calculating each term:
$\left[ 333.33 \right] = 333$
$\left[ 111.11 \right] = 111$
$\left[ 37.03 \right] = 37$
$\left[ 12.34 \right] = 12$
$\left[ 4.11 \right] = 4$
$\left[ 1.37 \right] = 1$.
Summing these values: $333 + 111 + 37 + 12 + 4 + 1 = 498$.
Therefore,$n = 498$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $(x^2 \log _x 27) \cdot \log _9 x = x + 4$,then the value of $x$ is
A
$2$
B
$-\frac{4}{3}$
C
$-2$
D
$\frac{4}{3}$

Solution

(A) Given equation: $(x^2 \log _x 27) \cdot \log _9 x = x + 4$
Using the property $\log _a b \cdot \log _b c = \log _a c$,we have $\log _x 27 \cdot \log _9 x = \log _9 27$.
So,the equation becomes $x^2 \cdot \log _9 27 = x + 4$.
Since $\log _9 27 = \log _{3^2} 3^3 = \frac{3}{2} \log _3 3 = \frac{3}{2}$,the equation is $x^2 \cdot \frac{3}{2} = x + 4$.
Multiplying by $2$,we get $3x^2 = 2x + 8$,which simplifies to $3x^2 - 2x - 8 = 0$.
Factoring the quadratic: $3x^2 - 6x + 4x - 8 = 0 \Rightarrow 3x(x - 2) + 4(x - 2) = 0$.
This gives $(3x + 4)(x - 2) = 0$,so $x = 2$ or $x = -\frac{4}{3}$.
Since the base of a logarithm $x$ must be positive and $x \neq 1$,we reject $x = -\frac{4}{3}$.
Therefore,$x = 2$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $a, b, c$ are distinct odd natural numbers,then the number of rational roots of the equation $ax^2 + bx + c = 0$ is:
A
must be $0$
B
must be $1$
C
must be $2$
D
cannot be determined from the given data

Solution

(A) For the equation $ax^2 + bx + c = 0$ to have rational roots,the discriminant $D = b^2 - 4ac$ must be a perfect square of a rational number. Since $a, b, c$ are integers,$D$ must be a perfect square of an integer.
Given $a, b, c$ are odd natural numbers,$b^2$ is odd and $4ac$ is even. Thus,$D = b^2 - 4ac$ is an odd integer.
Let $D = (2k + 1)^2$ for some integer $k$. Then $b^2 - 4ac = (2k + 1)^2$.
Rearranging gives $4ac = b^2 - (2k + 1)^2 = (b - (2k + 1))(b + (2k + 1))$.
Since $b$ is odd,let $b = 2n + 1$. Then $4ac = (2n + 1 - 2k - 1)(2n + 1 + 2k + 1) = (2n - 2k)(2n + 2k + 2) = 4(n - k)(n + k + 1)$.
So,$ac = (n - k)(n + k + 1)$.
Note that $(n - k)$ and $(n + k + 1)$ differ by $(n + k + 1) - (n - k) = 2k + 1$,which is odd. Thus,one of $(n - k)$ or $(n + k + 1)$ must be even,making their product $ac$ even.
However,the product of two odd numbers $a$ and $c$ must be odd. This is a contradiction.
Therefore,$D$ cannot be a perfect square,and the equation has no rational roots.
Thus,the number of rational roots is $0$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $P(x) = ax^2 + bx + c$ and $Q(x) = -ax^2 + dx + c$ where $ac \neq 0$,then $P(x) \cdot Q(x) = 0$ has $(a, b, c, d \in \mathbb{R})$:
A
$2$ real roots
B
at least two real roots
C
$4$ real roots
D
no real root

Solution

(B) The equation $P(x) \cdot Q(x) = 0$ implies that either $P(x) = 0$ or $Q(x) = 0$.
Let $D_1$ be the discriminant of $P(x) = ax^2 + bx + c$,so $D_1 = b^2 - 4ac$.
Let $D_2$ be the discriminant of $Q(x) = -ax^2 + dx + c$,so $D_2 = d^2 - 4(-a)(c) = d^2 + 4ac$.
Adding the two discriminants,we get $D_1 + D_2 = (b^2 - 4ac) + (d^2 + 4ac) = b^2 + d^2$.
Since $b^2 + d^2 \geq 0$,at least one of $D_1$ or $D_2$ must be non-negative.
If $D_1 \geq 0$,$P(x) = 0$ has at least two real roots (or one repeated root). If $D_2 \geq 0$,$Q(x) = 0$ has at least two real roots.
Since $ac \neq 0$,the quadratic terms exist. Thus,the equation $P(x) \cdot Q(x) = 0$ has at least two real roots.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If the quadratic equation $ax^2+bx+c=0$ $(a>0)$ has two roots $\alpha$ and $\beta$ such that $\alpha < -2$ and $\beta > 2$,then which of the following is true?
A
$c < 0$
B
$a+b+c > 0$
C
$a-b+c < 0$
D
$a-b+c > 0$

Solution

(C) Let $f(x) = ax^2+bx+c$. Since $a > 0$,the parabola opens upwards.
Given that the roots $\alpha$ and $\beta$ satisfy $\alpha < -2$ and $\beta > 2$,the value of the function at $x = -1$ must be negative because $-1$ lies between the roots $\alpha$ and $\beta$ (since $\alpha < -2 < -1 < 2 < \beta$).
Thus,$f(-1) < 0$.
Substituting $x = -1$ into the quadratic expression,we get $f(-1) = a(-1)^2 + b(-1) + c = a - b + c$.
Therefore,$a - b + c < 0$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $\cos \theta + i \sin \theta, \theta \in R$,is a root of the equation $a_0 x^n + a_1 x^{n-1} + \ldots + a_{n-1} x + a_n = 0$,where $a_0, a_1, \ldots, a_n \in R$ and $a_0 \neq 0$,then the value of $a_1 \sin \theta + a_2 \sin 2 \theta + \ldots + a_n \sin n \theta$ is:
A
$2n$
B
$n$
C
$0$
D
$n+1$

Solution

(C) Given the equation $a_0 x^n + a_1 x^{n-1} + \ldots + a_{n-1} x + a_n = 0$.
Since $x = \cos \theta + i \sin \theta = e^{i \theta}$ is a root,we have $a_0 (e^{i \theta})^n + a_1 (e^{i \theta})^{n-1} + \ldots + a_n = 0$.
Using De Moivre's Theorem,$e^{i k \theta} = \cos k \theta + i \sin k \theta$.
Substituting this into the equation:
$a_0(\cos n \theta + i \sin n \theta) + a_1(\cos(n-1) \theta + i \sin(n-1) \theta) + \ldots + a_n = 0$.
Equating the imaginary part to zero:
$a_0 \sin n \theta + a_1 \sin(n-1) \theta + \ldots + a_{n-1} \sin \theta = 0$.
However,the expression requested is $a_1 \sin \theta + a_2 \sin 2 \theta + \ldots + a_n \sin n \theta$.
By considering the conjugate root $x = \cos \theta - i \sin \theta = e^{-i \theta}$ (since coefficients are real),we have $a_0 e^{-i n \theta} + a_1 e^{-i(n-1) \theta} + \ldots + a_n = 0$.
Subtracting the imaginary parts of the two equations leads to the result $0$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $z_1$ and $z_2$ are two roots of the equation $z^2+az+b=0$ with $a^2 < 4b$,then the origin,$z_1$,and $z_2$ form an equilateral triangle if
A
$a^2=3b^2$
B
$a^2=3b$
C
$b^2=3a$
D
$b^2=3a^2$

Solution

(B) The origin $O(0)$,$z_1$,and $z_2$ form an equilateral triangle if $z_1^2 + z_2^2 = z_1 z_2$.
We know that for the equation $z^2+az+b=0$,the sum of roots is $z_1+z_2 = -a$ and the product of roots is $z_1 z_2 = b$.
The condition for the origin,$z_1$,and $z_2$ to form an equilateral triangle is $z_1^2 + z_2^2 = z_1 z_2$.
Adding $2z_1 z_2$ to both sides,we get $z_1^2 + z_2^2 + 2z_1 z_2 = 3z_1 z_2$.
This simplifies to $(z_1+z_2)^2 = 3z_1 z_2$.
Substituting the values of the sum and product of roots,we get $(-a)^2 = 3b$,which implies $a^2 = 3b$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $N$ be the number of quadratic equations of the form $ax^2 + bx + c = 0$ with coefficients $a, b, c \in \{0, 1, 2, \dots, 9\}$ such that $0$ is a solution of each equation. Then the value of $N$ is
A
$2^9$
B
$3^9$
C
$90$
D
$81$

Solution

(C) quadratic equation is given by $ax^2 + bx + c = 0$,where $a \neq 0$.
Since $0$ is a solution,substituting $x = 0$ into the equation gives $a(0)^2 + b(0) + c = 0$,which implies $c = 0$.
The coefficients $a, b, c$ are chosen from the set $\{0, 1, 2, \dots, 9\}$.
For the equation to be quadratic,the coefficient $a$ must be non-zero,so $a \in \{1, 2, \dots, 9\}$. This gives $9$ possible choices for $a$.
The coefficient $b$ can be any value from the set $\{0, 1, 2, \dots, 9\}$,which gives $10$ possible choices for $b$.
The coefficient $c$ is fixed as $0$,so there is only $1$ choice for $c$.
Therefore,the total number of such quadratic equations is $N = 9 \times 10 \times 1 = 90$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
The numbers $1, 2, 3, \ldots, n$ are arranged in a random order. The probability that the digits $1, 2, 3, \ldots, k$ appear as a block in that order is:
A
$\frac{1}{n!}$
B
$\frac{k!}{n!}$
C
$(n-k)!n!$
D
$\frac{(n-k+1)!}{n!}$

Solution

(D) The total number of ways to arrange $n$ distinct numbers is $n!$.
To ensure the digits $1, 2, 3, \ldots, k$ appear as a single block in that specific order,we treat this block as a single entity.
Now,we have $(n - k)$ remaining digits plus the one block,totaling $(n - k + 1)$ entities to arrange.
The number of ways to arrange these $(n - k + 1)$ entities is $(n - k + 1)!$.
Therefore,the probability of the required event is $\frac{(n - k + 1)!}{n!}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Five balls of different colours are to be placed in three boxes of different sizes. The number of ways in which we can place the balls in the boxes so that no box remains empty is
A
$160$
B
$140$
C
$180$
D
$150$

Solution

(D) Let the number of balls be $n = 5$ and the number of boxes be $k = 3$.
Since the balls are distinct and the boxes are distinct,we use the Principle of Inclusion-Exclusion to ensure no box is empty.
The total number of ways to place $5$ distinct balls into $3$ distinct boxes is $3^5 = 243$.
Let $S$ be the set of all possible distributions. Let $A_i$ be the property that box $i$ is empty.
We want to find the number of ways such that no box is empty,which is $|S| - |A_1 \cup A_2 \cup A_3|$.
By the Principle of Inclusion-Exclusion:
$|A_1 \cup A_2 \cup A_3| = \sum |A_i| - \sum |A_i \cap A_j| + |A_1 \cap A_2 \cap A_3|$.
$|A_i| = 2^5 = 32$. There are $\binom{3}{1} = 3$ such cases.
$|A_i \cap A_j| = 1^5 = 1$. There are $\binom{3}{2} = 3$ such cases.
$|A_1 \cap A_2 \cap A_3| = 0^5 = 0$.
Number of ways = $3^5 - \binom{3}{1} 2^5 + \binom{3}{2} 1^5 = 243 - 3(32) + 3(1) = 243 - 96 + 3 = 150$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Given an $A.P.$ and a $G.P.$ with positive terms,where the first and second terms of both progressions are equal. If $a_n$ and $b_n$ are the $n^{\text{th}}$ terms of the $A.P.$ and $G.P.$ respectively,then:
A
$a_n > b_n$ for all $n > 2$
B
$a_n < b_n$ for all $n > 2$
C
$a_n = b_n$ for some $n > 2$
D
$a_n = b_n$ for some odd $n$

Solution

(B) Let the first term be $a_1$ and the second term be $a_2$. Since terms are positive,$a_1 > 0$ and $a_2 > 0$.
For the $A.P.$,the common difference $d = a_2 - a_1$. Thus,$a_n = a_1 + (n - 1)(a_2 - a_1)$.
For the $G.P.$,the common ratio $r = \frac{a_2}{a_1}$. Thus,$b_n = a_1 \left(\frac{a_2}{a_1}\right)^{n-1}$.
For $n = 3$,$a_3 = a_1 + 2(a_2 - a_1) = 2a_2 - a_1$.
For $n = 3$,$b_3 = a_1 \left(\frac{a_2}{a_1}\right)^2 = \frac{a_2^2}{a_1}$.
Consider $b_3 - a_3 = \frac{a_2^2}{a_1} - (2a_2 - a_1) = \frac{a_2^2 - 2a_1a_2 + a_1^2}{a_1} = \frac{(a_2 - a_1)^2}{a_1}$.
Since $a_1 > 0$ and $(a_2 - a_1)^2 \ge 0$,$b_3 - a_3 \ge 0$,implying $b_3 \ge a_3$. If $a_1 \neq a_2$,then $b_3 > a_3$. By induction or properties of convex functions,$b_n > a_n$ for all $n > 2$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If for the series $a_1, a_2, a_3, \ldots$,the expression $a_r - a_{r+1}$ bears a constant ratio with $a_r a_{r+1}$,then $a_1, a_2, a_3, \ldots$ are in:
A
$A$.$P$.
B
$G$.$P$.
C
$H$.$P$.
D
Any other series

Solution

(C) Given that $\frac{a_r - a_{r+1}}{a_r a_{r+1}} = K$ (where $K$ is a constant).
Dividing the terms,we get $\frac{a_r}{a_r a_{r+1}} - \frac{a_{r+1}}{a_r a_{r+1}} = K$.
This simplifies to $\frac{1}{a_{r+1}} - \frac{1}{a_r} = K$.
Since the difference between the reciprocals of consecutive terms is constant,the sequence $\frac{1}{a_1}, \frac{1}{a_2}, \frac{1}{a_3}, \ldots$ is an $A$.$P$.
Therefore,the sequence $a_1, a_2, a_3, \ldots$ is in $H$.$P$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
The coefficient of $a^{10} b^7 c^3$ in the expansion of $(bc + ca + ab)^{10}$ is
A
$140$
B
$150$
C
$120$
D
$160$

Solution

(C) The general term in the expansion of $(bc + ca + ab)^{10}$ is given by the multinomial theorem as: $\frac{10!}{n_1! n_2! n_3!} (bc)^{n_1} (ca)^{n_2} (ab)^{n_3} = \frac{10!}{n_1! n_2! n_3!} a^{n_2+n_3} b^{n_1+n_3} c^{n_1+n_2}$,where $n_1 + n_2 + n_3 = 10$.
We need the coefficient of $a^{10} b^7 c^3$. Comparing the powers,we have:
$n_2 + n_3 = 10$
$n_1 + n_3 = 7$
$n_1 + n_2 = 3$
Adding these equations: $2(n_1 + n_2 + n_3) = 20$,which is consistent with $n_1 + n_2 + n_3 = 10$.
Solving for $n_1, n_2, n_3$:
From $n_1 + n_2 + n_3 = 10$ and $n_2 + n_3 = 10$,we get $n_1 = 0$.
Substituting $n_1 = 0$ into $n_1 + n_2 = 3$,we get $n_2 = 3$.
Substituting $n_2 = 3$ into $n_2 + n_3 = 10$,we get $n_3 = 7$.
The coefficient is $\frac{10!}{0! 3! 7!} = \frac{10 \times 9 \times 8}{3 \times 2 \times 1} = 10 \times 3 \times 4 = 120$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $(1+x+x^2+x^3)^5 = \sum_{k=0}^{15} a_k x^k$,then $\sum_{k=0}^7 (-1)^k a_{2k}$ is equal to
A
$2^5$
B
$4^5$
C
$0$
D
$4^4$

Solution

(C) Given $(1+x+x^2+x^3)^5 = a_0 + a_1 x + a_2 x^2 + \dots + a_{15} x^{15}$.
We can factor the expression as $(1+x)(1+x^2)^5 = (1+x)^5 (1+x^2)^5$.
Let $f(x) = (1+x+x^2+x^3)^5 = \sum_{k=0}^{15} a_k x^k$.
To find the sum $\sum_{k=0}^7 (-1)^k a_{2k} = a_0 - a_2 + a_4 - a_6 + a_8 - a_{10} + a_{12} - a_{14}$,we substitute $x = i$ into the polynomial.
$f(i) = (1+i+i^2+i^3)^5 = (1+i-1-i)^5 = 0^5 = 0$.
Also,$f(i) = a_0 + a_1 i + a_2 i^2 + a_3 i^3 + a_4 i^4 + \dots + a_{15} i^{15}$.
$f(i) = a_0 + a_1 i - a_2 - a_3 i + a_4 + a_5 i - a_6 - a_7 i + a_8 + \dots$.
Equating the real part of $f(i)$ to $0$:
$\text{Re}(f(i)) = a_0 - a_2 + a_4 - a_6 + a_8 - a_{10} + a_{12} - a_{14} = 0$.
Thus,the sum is $0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $n$ is a positive integer,the value of $(2n+1) ^nC_0 + (2n-1) ^nC_1 + (2n-3) ^nC_2 + \ldots + 1 \cdot ^nC_n$ is
A
$(n+1) 2^n$
B
$3^n$
C
$f'(2)$ where $f(x) = x^{n+1}$
D
$(n+1) 2^{n+1}$

Solution

(A) The given expression is $S = \sum_{r=0}^n (2n+1-2r) {^nC_r}$.
Expanding the summation:
$S = (2n+1) \sum_{r=0}^n {^nC_r} - 2 \sum_{r=0}^n r \cdot {^nC_r}$.
We know that $\sum_{r=0}^n {^nC_r} = 2^n$ and $\sum_{r=0}^n r \cdot {^nC_r} = n \cdot 2^{n-1}$.
Substituting these values:
$S = (2n+1) \cdot 2^n - 2 \cdot (n \cdot 2^{n-1}) = (2n+1) \cdot 2^n - n \cdot 2^n = (2n+1-n) \cdot 2^n = (n+1) \cdot 2^n$.
Also, if $f(x) = x^{n+1}$, then $f'(x) = (n+1)x^n$, so $f'(2) = (n+1)2^n$.
Thus, both options $A$ and $C$ are correct.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
The expression $\cos^2 \phi + \cos^2(\theta + \phi) - 2 \cos \theta \cos \phi \cos(\theta + \phi)$ is
A
independent of $\theta$
B
independent of $\phi$
C
independent of $\theta$ and $\phi$
D
dependent on $\theta$ and $\phi$

Solution

(B) Let $E = \cos^2 \phi + \cos^2(\theta + \phi) - 2 \cos \theta \cos \phi \cos(\theta + \phi)$.
Using the identity $\cos^2 A = \frac{1 + \cos 2A}{2}$,we have:
$E = \frac{1 + \cos 2\phi}{2} + \frac{1 + \cos 2(\theta + \phi)}{2} - \cos \theta [\cos(2\phi + \theta) + \cos \theta]$
$E = 1 + \frac{1}{2} [\cos 2\phi + \cos(2\phi + 2\theta)] - \cos \theta \cos(2\phi + \theta) - \cos^2 \theta$
Using $\cos C + \cos D = 2 \cos \frac{C+D}{2} \cos \frac{C-D}{2}$:
$E = 1 + \cos(2\phi + \theta) \cos \theta - \cos \theta \cos(2\phi + \theta) - \cos^2 \theta$
$E = 1 - \cos^2 \theta = \sin^2 \theta$.
Since the result is $\sin^2 \theta$,the expression is independent of $\phi$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $\alpha_1, \alpha_2, \cdots, \alpha_n$ are in $A$.$P$. with common difference $\theta$,then the sum of the series $\sec \alpha_1 \sec \alpha_2 + \sec \alpha_2 \sec \alpha_3 + \cdots + \sec \alpha_{n-1} \sec \alpha_n = k(\tan \alpha_n - \tan \alpha_1)$,where $k=$
A
$\sin \theta$
B
$\cos \theta$
C
$\sec \theta$
D
$\operatorname{cosec} \theta$

Solution

(D) Given that $\alpha_1, \alpha_2, \cdots, \alpha_n$ are in $A$.$P$. with common difference $\theta$,so $\alpha_{i+1} - \alpha_i = \theta$ for all $i = 1, 2, \cdots, n-1$.
The general term of the series is $T_i = \sec \alpha_i \sec \alpha_{i+1} = \frac{1}{\cos \alpha_i \cos \alpha_{i+1}}$.
We can write $T_i = \frac{1}{\sin \theta} \cdot \frac{\sin(\alpha_{i+1} - \alpha_i)}{\cos \alpha_i \cos \alpha_{i+1}} = \operatorname{cosec} \theta (\tan \alpha_{i+1} - \tan \alpha_i)$.
The sum of the series is $S = \sum_{i=1}^{n-1} T_i = \operatorname{cosec} \theta \sum_{i=1}^{n-1} (\tan \alpha_{i+1} - \tan \alpha_i)$.
This is a telescoping sum: $S = \operatorname{cosec} \theta [(\tan \alpha_2 - \tan \alpha_1) + (\tan \alpha_3 - \tan \alpha_2) + \cdots + (\tan \alpha_n - \tan \alpha_{n-1})]$.
Simplifying,we get $S = \operatorname{cosec} \theta (\tan \alpha_n - \tan \alpha_1)$.
Comparing this with $k(\tan \alpha_n - \tan \alpha_1)$,we find $k = \operatorname{cosec} \theta$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $0 < \theta < \frac{\pi}{2}$ and $\tan 3 \theta \neq 0$,then $\tan \theta + \tan 2 \theta + \tan 3 \theta = 0$ if $\tan \theta \cdot \tan 2 \theta = k$,where $k =$
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) Given the equation: $\tan \theta + \tan 2 \theta + \tan 3 \theta = 0$.
Since $3 \theta = \theta + 2 \theta$,we have $\tan 3 \theta = \tan (\theta + 2 \theta) = \frac{\tan \theta + \tan 2 \theta}{1 - \tan \theta \cdot \tan 2 \theta}$.
Substituting $\tan \theta + \tan 2 \theta = -\tan 3 \theta$ and $\tan \theta \cdot \tan 2 \theta = k$ into the formula:
$\tan 3 \theta = \frac{-\tan 3 \theta}{1 - k}$.
Since $\tan 3 \theta \neq 0$,we can divide both sides by $\tan 3 \theta$:
$1 = \frac{-1}{1 - k}$.
$1 - k = -1$.
$k = 2$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $A$ and $B$ are acute angles such that $\sin A = \sin^2 B$ and $2 \cos^2 A = 3 \cos^2 B$,then $(A, B) =$
A
$\left(\frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{\pi}{4}\right)$
B
$\left(\frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{\pi}{6}\right)$
C
$\left(\frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{\pi}{6}\right)$
D
$\left(\frac{\pi}{4}, \frac{\pi}{4}\right)$

Solution

(A) Given: $\sin A = \sin^2 B$ and $2 \cos^2 A = 3 \cos^2 B$.
Since $A$ and $B$ are acute,$\sin A, \sin B, \cos A, \cos B > 0$.
Substitute $\cos^2 A = 1 - \sin^2 A$ and $\cos^2 B = 1 - \sin^2 B$ into the second equation:
$2(1 - \sin^2 A) = 3(1 - \sin^2 B)$.
Substitute $\sin^2 B = \sin A$:
$2 - 2 \sin^2 A = 3(1 - \sin A) = 3 - 3 \sin A$.
$2 \sin^2 A - 3 \sin A + 1 = 0$.
$(2 \sin A - 1)(\sin A - 1) = 0$.
So,$\sin A = \frac{1}{2}$ or $\sin A = 1$.
Since $A$ is an acute angle,$\sin A = 1$ implies $A = \frac{\pi}{2}$,which is not acute.
Thus,$\sin A = \frac{1}{2}$,which gives $A = \frac{\pi}{6}$.
Then $\sin^2 B = \sin A = \frac{1}{2}$,so $\sin B = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$ (since $B$ is acute).
Therefore,$B = \frac{\pi}{4}$.
The solution is $(A, B) = \left(\frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{\pi}{4}\right)$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
In $\triangle ABC$,the coordinates of $A$ are $(1, 2)$ and the equations of the medians through $B$ and $C$ are $x+y=5$ and $x=4$ respectively. Then the midpoint of $BC$ is
A
$\left(5, \frac{1}{2}\right)$
B
$\left(\frac{11}{2}, 1\right)$
C
$\left(11, \frac{1}{2}\right)$
D
$\left(\frac{11}{2}, \frac{1}{2}\right)$

Solution

(D) Let $G$ be the centroid of $\triangle ABC$. The centroid is the intersection of the medians. Given the equations of the medians $x+y=5$ and $x=4$. Substituting $x=4$ into $x+y=5$,we get $4+y=5$,so $y=1$. Thus,the centroid $G$ is $(4, 1)$.
Let $A = (1, 2)$ and $D = (\alpha, \beta)$ be the midpoint of $BC$. The centroid $G$ divides the median $AD$ in the ratio $2:1$.
Using the section formula,$G = \left(\frac{2\alpha + 1}{3}, \frac{2\beta + 2}{3}\right) = (4, 1)$.
Equating the coordinates:
$\frac{2\alpha + 1}{3} = 4 \implies 2\alpha + 1 = 12 \implies 2\alpha = 11 \implies \alpha = \frac{11}{2}$.
$\frac{2\beta + 2}{3} = 1 \implies 2\beta + 2 = 3 \implies 2\beta = 1 \implies \beta = \frac{1}{2}$.
Therefore,the midpoint $D$ of $BC$ is $\left(\frac{11}{2}, \frac{1}{2}\right)$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $ABC$ is an isosceles triangle and the coordinates of the base points are $B(1, 3)$ and $C(-2, 7)$,then the coordinates of $A$ can be:
A
$(1, 6)$
B
$(-\frac{1}{8}, 5)$
C
$(\frac{5}{6}, 6)$
D
$(-7, \frac{1}{8})$

Solution

(C) Let the coordinates of vertex $A$ be $(x, y)$.
Since $\triangle ABC$ is isosceles with base $BC$,we have $AB = AC$,which implies $AB^2 = AC^2$.
Using the distance formula: $(x - 1)^2 + (y - 3)^2 = (x + 2)^2 + (y - 7)^2$.
Expanding both sides: $x^2 - 2x + 1 + y^2 - 6y + 9 = x^2 + 4x + 4 + y^2 - 14y + 49$.
Simplifying: $-2x - 6y + 10 = 4x - 14y + 53$.
Rearranging terms: $8y - 6x = 43$.
We check the given options to see which point satisfies the equation $8y - 6x = 43$.
For option $C$: $8(\frac{5}{6}) - 6(6) = \frac{20}{3} - 36 = \frac{20 - 108}{3} = -\frac{88}{3} \neq 43$.
For option $B$: $8(5) - 6(-\frac{1}{8}) = 40 + \frac{3}{4} = 40.75 \neq 43$.
Re-evaluating the options,let's check if there is a typo in the provided options. If we test $A(x, y) = (\frac{5}{6}, 6)$,it does not satisfy the equation. However,checking the equation $8y - 6x = 43$ for the provided options,none perfectly satisfy it. Given the standard nature of such problems,we assume the intended answer is based on the locus $8y - 6x = 43$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
$A$ square with each side of length $a$ lies above the $x$-axis and has one vertex at the origin. One of the sides passing through the origin makes an angle $\alpha$ $(0 < \alpha < \frac{\pi}{4})$ with the positive direction of the $x$-axis. Find the equations of the diagonals of the square.
A
$y(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha) = x(\sin \alpha + \cos \alpha)$
B
$y(\cos \alpha + \sin \alpha) = x(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha)$
C
$y(\sin \alpha + \cos \alpha) + x(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha) = a$
D
$y(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha) + x(\cos \alpha + \sin \alpha) = a$

Solution

(A, C) Let the vertices of the square be $O(0,0)$,$A(a \cos \alpha, a \sin \alpha)$,$C(a \cos(\alpha + 90^{\circ}), a \sin(\alpha + 90^{\circ})) = (-a \sin \alpha, a \cos \alpha)$,and $B(a \cos \alpha - a \sin \alpha, a \sin \alpha + a \cos \alpha)$.
The first diagonal passes through $O(0,0)$ and $B(a(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha), a(\sin \alpha + \cos \alpha))$.
The slope of this diagonal is $m_1 = \frac{a(\sin \alpha + \cos \alpha)}{a(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha)} = \frac{\sin \alpha + \cos \alpha}{\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha}$.
The equation is $y = m_1 x \Rightarrow y(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha) = x(\sin \alpha + \cos \alpha)$.
The second diagonal passes through $A(a \cos \alpha, a \sin \alpha)$ and $C(-a \sin \alpha, a \cos \alpha)$.
The slope of this diagonal is $m_2 = \frac{a \cos \alpha - a \sin \alpha}{-a \sin \alpha - a \cos \alpha} = -\frac{\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha}{\cos \alpha + \sin \alpha}$.
The equation is $y - a \sin \alpha = m_2(x - a \cos \alpha)$.
$(y - a \sin \alpha)(\cos \alpha + \sin \alpha) = -(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha)(x - a \cos \alpha)$.
$y(\cos \alpha + \sin \alpha) - a \sin \alpha \cos \alpha - a \sin^2 \alpha = -x(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha) + a \cos^2 \alpha - a \sin \alpha \cos \alpha$.
$y(\cos \alpha + \sin \alpha) + x(\cos \alpha - \sin \alpha) = a(\cos^2 \alpha + \sin^2 \alpha) = a$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $(1, 5)$ is the midpoint of the segment of a line between the lines $5x - y - 4 = 0$ and $3x + 4y - 4 = 0$,then the equation of the line is:
A
$83x + 35y - 92 = 0$
B
$83x - 35y + 92 = 0$
C
$83x - 35y - 92 = 0$
D
$83x + 35y + 92 = 0$

Solution

(B) Let the line pass through $A(1, 5)$ with slope $m = \tan \theta$. The equation of the line is $\frac{y-5}{x-1} = m$,or $y - 5 = m(x - 1)$.
Let the line intersect $5x - y - 4 = 0$ at $P_1(x_1, y_1)$ and $3x + 4y - 4 = 0$ at $P_2(x_2, y_2)$.
Since $(1, 5)$ is the midpoint,$P_1 = (1+r\cos\theta, 5+r\sin\theta)$ and $P_2 = (1-r\cos\theta, 5-r\sin\theta)$ for some distance $r$.
Substituting $P_1$ into $5x - y - 4 = 0$: $5(1+r\cos\theta) - (5+r\sin\theta) - 4 = 0$ $\Rightarrow 5r\cos\theta - r\sin\theta = 4$ $\Rightarrow r = \frac{4}{5\cos\theta - \sin\theta}$.
Substituting $P_2$ into $3x + 4y - 4 = 0$: $3(1-r\cos\theta) + 4(5-r\sin\theta) - 4 = 0$ $\Rightarrow 3 - 3r\cos\theta + 20 - 4r\sin\theta - 4 = 0$ $\Rightarrow 19 = r(3\cos\theta + 4\sin\theta)$ $\Rightarrow r = \frac{19}{3\cos\theta + 4\sin\theta}$.
Equating the two expressions for $r$: $\frac{4}{5\cos\theta - \sin\theta} = \frac{19}{3\cos\theta + 4\sin\theta}$.
$12\cos\theta + 16\sin\theta = 95\cos\theta - 19\sin\theta$.
$35\sin\theta = 83\cos\theta \Rightarrow \tan\theta = \frac{83}{35}$.
The equation of the line is $y - 5 = \frac{83}{35}(x - 1)$.
$35y - 175 = 83x - 83 \Rightarrow 83x - 35y + 92 = 0$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Chords $AB$ and $CD$ of a circle intersect at a right angle at point $P$. If the lengths of $AP$,$PB$,$CP$,and $PD$ are $2$,$6$,$3$,and $4$ units respectively,then the radius of the circle is:
A
$4$ units
B
$\frac{\sqrt{65}}{2}$ units
C
$\frac{\sqrt{67}}{2}$ units
D
$\frac{\sqrt{66}}{2}$ units

Solution

(B) Let the point of intersection $P$ be the origin $(0, 0)$. Since the chords intersect at a right angle,we can place $AB$ along the $x$-axis and $CD$ along the $y$-axis.
Given $AP = 2$,$PB = 6$,$CP = 3$,and $PD = 4$,the coordinates of the endpoints are $A(-2, 0)$,$B(6, 0)$,$C(0, 3)$,and $D(0, -4)$.
Let the center of the circle be $O(h, k)$.
The perpendicular bisector of $AB$ is $x = \frac{-2 + 6}{2} = 2$.
The perpendicular bisector of $CD$ is $y = \frac{3 - 4}{2} = -0.5$.
Thus,the center is $O(2, -0.5)$.
The radius $r$ is the distance from $O(2, -0.5)$ to $A(-2, 0)$:
$r^2 = (2 - (-2))^2 + (-0.5 - 0)^2 = 4^2 + (-0.5)^2 = 16 + 0.25 = 16.25 = \frac{65}{4}$.
Therefore,$r = \sqrt{\frac{65}{4}} = \frac{\sqrt{65}}{2}$ units.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQWBJEE · 2024
If two circles which pass through the points $(0, a)$ and $(0, -a)$ and touch the line $y = mx + c$ cut orthogonally,then:
A
$c^2=a^2(1+m^2)$
B
$c^2=a^2(2+m^2)$
C
$c^2=a^2(1+2m^2)$
D
$2c^2=a^2(1+m^2)$

Solution

(B) Let the equation of the circles be $x^2+y^2+2gx+2fy+d=0 \quad \ldots(1)$.
Since these circles pass through $(0, a)$ and $(0, -a)$,we have $a^2+2fa+d=0 \quad \ldots(2)$ and $a^2-2fa+d=0 \quad \ldots(3)$.
Solving $(2)$ and $(3)$,we get $f=0$ and $d=-a^2$.
Substituting these values in $(1)$,we obtain $x^2+y^2+2gx-a^2=0 \quad \ldots(4)$.
Since the line $y=mx+c$ touches this circle,the perpendicular distance from the centre $(-g, 0)$ to the line $mx-y+c=0$ is equal to the radius $\sqrt{g^2+a^2}$.
Thus,$\frac{|-mg+c|}{\sqrt{1+m^2}} = \sqrt{g^2+a^2}$.
Squaring both sides,we get $(c-mg)^2 = (1+m^2)(g^2+a^2)$.
Expanding this,$c^2-2mcg+m^2g^2 = g^2+a^2+m^2g^2+m^2a^2$.
Rearranging,$g^2 + 2mcg + a^2(1+m^2) - c^2 = 0$.
Let $g_1$ and $g_2$ be the roots of this quadratic equation in $g$.
Then the product of the roots is $g_1g_2 = a^2(1+m^2)-c^2 \quad \ldots(5)$.
The two circles are $x^2+y^2+2g_1x-a^2=0$ and $x^2+y^2+2g_2x-a^2=0$.
For these circles to cut orthogonally,$2g_1g_2 + 2f_1f_2 = d_1+d_2$.
Here $f_1=f_2=0$ and $d_1=d_2=-a^2$,so $2g_1g_2 = -2a^2$,which implies $g_1g_2 = -a^2 \quad \ldots(6)$.
Comparing $(5)$ and $(6)$,$-a^2 = a^2(1+m^2) - c^2$.
Therefore,$c^2 = a^2(1+m^2) + a^2 = a^2(2+m^2)$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
$\triangle OAB$ is an equilateral triangle inscribed in the parabola $y^2 = 4ax, a > 0$ with $O$ as the vertex. Then the length of the side of $\triangle OAB$ is
A
$8a\sqrt{3}$ unit
B
$8a$ unit
C
$4a\sqrt{3}$ unit
D
$4a$ unit

Solution

(A) Since $\triangle OAB$ is an equilateral triangle and $O$ is the vertex $(0,0)$,the axis of the parabola (the $x$-axis) bisects the angle $\angle AOB$.
Thus,the angle that $OA$ makes with the $x$-axis is $30^{\circ}$.
The slope of $OA$ is $m = \tan 30^{\circ} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$.
The equation of line $OA$ is $y = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}x$.
Substituting $y = \frac{x}{\sqrt{3}}$ into the parabola equation $y^2 = 4ax$:
$\left(\frac{x}{\sqrt{3}}\right)^2 = 4ax \Rightarrow \frac{x^2}{3} = 4ax$.
Since $x \neq 0$ for point $A$,we have $x = 12a$.
Then $y = \frac{12a}{\sqrt{3}} = 4\sqrt{3}a$.
Point $A$ is $(12a, 4\sqrt{3}a)$.
Since $AB$ is perpendicular to the $x$-axis,the length $AB = 2y_A = 2(4\sqrt{3}a) = 8\sqrt{3}a$.
Since $\triangle OAB$ is equilateral,the side length is $8\sqrt{3}a$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
$A$ line of fixed length $a + b$,where $a \neq b$,moves such that its ends are always on two fixed perpendicular straight lines. The locus of a point which divides the line into two parts of lengths $a$ and $b$ is
A
a parabola
B
a circle
C
an ellipse
D
a hyperbola

Solution

(C) Let the two perpendicular lines be the coordinate axes. Let the ends of the line segment be $A(0, m)$ and $B(n, 0)$.
The length of the line segment is $AB = \sqrt{m^2 + n^2} = a + b$,so $m^2 + n^2 = (a + b)^2$.
Let $P(h, k)$ be a point on the line segment $AB$ that divides it into parts of lengths $a$ and $b$. By the section formula,$P$ divides $AB$ in the ratio $b : a$ (since $AP = a$ and $PB = b$).
Thus,$h = \frac{b(0) + a(n)}{a + b} = \frac{an}{a + b} \Rightarrow n = \frac{(a + b)h}{a}$.
And $k = \frac{b(m) + a(0)}{a + b} = \frac{bm}{a + b} \Rightarrow m = \frac{(a + b)k}{b}$.
Substituting these into $m^2 + n^2 = (a + b)^2$,we get:
$\left(\frac{(a + b)k}{b}\right)^2 + \left(\frac{(a + b)h}{a}\right)^2 = (a + b)^2$.
Dividing by $(a + b)^2$,we obtain $\frac{k^2}{b^2} + \frac{h^2}{a^2} = 1$.
Replacing $(h, k)$ with $(x, y)$,the locus is $\frac{x^2}{a^2} + \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$,which is an ellipse.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
With the origin as a focus and $x = 4$ as the corresponding directrix,a family of ellipses is drawn. Then the locus of an end of the minor axis is
A
a circle
B
a parabola
C
a straight line
D
a hyperbola

Solution

(B) Let the focus be $F(0, 0)$ and the directrix be $x = 4$. Let the end of the minor axis be $B(h, k)$.
By the definition of an ellipse,the distance from the focus to the point $B$ is $e$ times the distance from $B$ to the directrix.
$BF = e \cdot BM$
$BF = \sqrt{h^2 + k^2}$ and $BM = |4 - h|$.
So,$\sqrt{h^2 + k^2} = e(4 - h)$.
Also,for an ellipse,the distance from the center to the focus is $ae$ and the distance from the center to the directrix is $a/e$. Since the focus is at $(0,0)$ and the directrix is $x=4$,the distance between them is $a/e - ae = 4$.
For the end of the minor axis,the distance from the center to the focus is $ae$,so $h = -ae$ and $k = b$.
From $a/e - ae = 4$,we have $a(1 - e^2) = 4e$,which implies $b^2/a = 4e$,so $b^2 = 4ae$.
Substituting $h = -ae$ and $k = b$,we get $k^2 = 4(-h) = -4h$.
Replacing $(h, k)$ with $(x, y)$,the locus is $y^2 = -4x$,which is a parabola.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQWBJEE · 2024
The locus of the midpoint of the system of parallel chords parallel to the line $y = 2x$ for the hyperbola $9x^2 - 4y^2 = 36$ is
A
$8x - 9y = 0$
B
$9x - 8y = 0$
C
$8x + 9y = 0$
D
$9x - 4y = 0$

Solution

(B) The equation of the hyperbola is $9x^2 - 4y^2 = 36$,which can be written as $\frac{x^2}{4} - \frac{y^2}{9} = 1$.
Here,$a^2 = 4$ and $b^2 = 9$.
The slope of the parallel chords is $m = 2$.
The locus of the midpoints of a system of parallel chords with slope $m$ is the diameter of the hyperbola,given by the equation $y = \frac{b^2}{a^2 m} x$.
Substituting the values,we get $y = \frac{9}{4 \times 2} x = \frac{9}{8} x$.
This simplifies to $8y = 9x$,or $9x - 8y = 0$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $\alpha, \beta$ are the roots of the equation $ax^2 + bx + c = 0$,then $\lim_{x \rightarrow \beta} \frac{1 - \cos(ax^2 + bx + c)}{(x - \beta)^2}$ is
A
$(\alpha - \beta)^2$
B
$\frac{1}{2}(\alpha - \beta)^2$
C
$\frac{a^2}{4}(\alpha - \beta)^2$
D
$\frac{a^2}{2}(\alpha - \beta)^2$

Solution

(D) Given the quadratic equation $ax^2 + bx + c = 0$ with roots $\alpha$ and $\beta$,we can write $ax^2 + bx + c = a(x - \alpha)(x - \beta)$.
We need to evaluate the limit $L = \lim_{x \rightarrow \beta} \frac{1 - \cos(a(x - \alpha)(x - \beta))}{(x - \beta)^2}$.
Using the identity $1 - \cos(\theta) = 2 \sin^2(\frac{\theta}{2})$,we get:
$L = \lim_{x \rightarrow \beta} \frac{2 \sin^2(\frac{a(x - \alpha)(x - \beta)}{2})}{(x - \beta)^2}$.
Multiplying and dividing by $(\frac{a(x - \alpha)}{2})^2$,we have:
$L = \lim_{x}$ ${\rightarrow \beta} 2 \left[ \frac{\sin(\frac{a(x - \alpha)(x - \beta)}{2})}{\frac{a(x - \alpha)(x - \beta)}{2}} \right]^2 \times \frac{a^2(x - \alpha)^2}{4}$.
As $x \rightarrow \beta$,the term in the bracket approaches $1$.
Thus,$L = 2 \times 1^2 \times \frac{a^2(\beta - \alpha)^2}{4} = \frac{a^2(\alpha - \beta)^2}{2}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $A$ be the set of even natural numbers that are $< 8$ and $B$ be the set of prime integers that are $< 7$. The number of relations from $A$ to $B$ is:
A
$3^2$
B
$2^{9-1}$
C
$9^2$
D
$2^9$

Solution

(D) The set $A$ consists of even natural numbers less than $8$,so $A = \{2, 4, 6\}$.
The number of elements in $A$ is $n(A) = 3$.
The set $B$ consists of prime integers less than $7$,so $B = \{2, 3, 5\}$.
The number of elements in $B$ is $n(B) = 3$.
The total number of relations from $A$ to $B$ is given by the formula $2^{n(A) \times n(B)}$.
Substituting the values,we get $2^{3 \times 3} = 2^9$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
Choose the correct statement:
A
$x + \sin 2x$ is a periodic function
B
$x + \sin 2x$ is not a periodic function
C
$\cos (\sqrt{x}+1)$ is a periodic function
D
$\cos (\sqrt{x}+1)$ is not a periodic function

Solution

(B) function $f(x)$ is periodic if there exists a positive constant $T$ such that $f(x+T) = f(x)$ for all $x$ in the domain.
For $f(x) = x + \sin 2x$:
As $x \to \infty$,$f(x) \to \infty$,because $x$ is a strictly increasing function and $\sin 2x$ is bounded between $-1$ and $1$. Thus,$f(x+T) = x + T + \sin(2(x+T)) = x + \sin 2x$ cannot hold for any $T > 0$. Therefore,$x + \sin 2x$ is not a periodic function.
For $g(x) = \cos (\sqrt{x}+1)$:
As $x$ increases,the argument $\sqrt{x}+1$ increases,but the rate of change of the argument decreases. For a function to be periodic,the values must repeat at regular intervals. Since the distance between consecutive zeros of $\cos (\sqrt{x}+1)$ is not constant,it is not a periodic function.
Thus,both statements $B$ and $D$ are correct. Given the structure,we identify that $x + \sin 2x$ is not periodic and $\cos (\sqrt{x}+1)$ is not periodic.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
The equation $r \cos \theta = 2 a \sin^2 \theta$ represents the curve
A
$x^3 = y^2(2a + x)$
B
$x^2 = y^2(2a + x)$
C
$x^3 = y^2(2a - x)$
D
$x^3 = y^2(a + x)$

Solution

(C) Given the polar equation: $r \cos \theta = 2a \sin^2 \theta$.
We know the conversion relations: $x = r \cos \theta$,$y = r \sin \theta$,and $r^2 = x^2 + y^2$.
From the given equation,we have $r \cos \theta = 2a \sin^2 \theta$.
Multiply both sides by $r^2$:
$r^3 \cos \theta = 2a (r \sin \theta)^2$.
Since $r^2 = x^2 + y^2$,we have $r = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2}$.
Substituting $x = r \cos \theta$ and $y = r \sin \theta$:
$r^2 (r \cos \theta) = 2a (r \sin \theta)^2$
$(x^2 + y^2)x = 2a y^2$.
Rearranging the terms:
$x(x^2 + y^2) = 2a y^2$
$x^3 + xy^2 = 2a y^2$
$x^3 = 2a y^2 - xy^2$
$x^3 = y^2(2a - x)$.
Thus,the correct option is $C$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
The equation $2^x+5^x=3^x+4^x$ has
A
no real solution
B
only one non-zero real solution
C
infinitely many solutions
D
only three non-negative real solutions

Solution

(B) Let $f(x) = 2^x + 5^x - 3^x - 4^x = 0$.
We can observe that $x=0$ is a solution because $2^0 + 5^0 = 1 + 1 = 2$ and $3^0 + 4^0 = 1 + 1 = 2$.
Also,$x=1$ is a solution because $2^1 + 5^1 = 2 + 5 = 7$ and $3^1 + 4^1 = 3 + 4 = 7$.
To check for other solutions,consider $g(x) = 5^x - 4^x$ and $h(x) = 3^x - 2^x$. The equation is $g(x) = h(x)$.
Using the Mean Value Theorem or by analyzing the derivatives,it can be shown that there are exactly two real solutions,$x=0$ and $x=1$.
Since $x=0$ is a zero solution,there is only one non-zero real solution,which is $x=1$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $\Gamma$ be the curve $y=b e^{-x/a}$ and $L$ be the straight line $\frac{x}{a}+\frac{y}{b}=1$,where $a, b \in \mathbb{R}$. Which of the following statements is true?
A
$L$ touches the curve $\Gamma$ at the point where the curve crosses the $y$-axis.
B
$L$ does not touch the curve at the point where the curve crosses the $y$-axis.
C
$\Gamma$ touches the $x$-axis at some point.
D
$\Gamma$ never touches the $x$-axis.

Solution

(A) Given the curve $\Gamma: y = b e^{-x/a}$.
On differentiating with respect to $x$,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{b}{a} e^{-x/a}$.
At the point where the curve crosses the $y$-axis,$x = 0$,so $y = b e^0 = b$.
The slope of the tangent at $(0, b)$ is $\left. \frac{dy}{dx} \right|_{x=0} = -\frac{b}{a}$.
The equation of the tangent at $(0, b)$ is $y - b = -\frac{b}{a}(x - 0)$,which simplifies to $\frac{y}{b} = -\frac{x}{a} + 1$,or $\frac{x}{a} + \frac{y}{b} = 1$.
This is the equation of the line $L$,so $L$ touches $\Gamma$ at $(0, b)$.
Since $e^{-x/a} > 0$ for all $x \in \mathbb{R}$,$y = b e^{-x/a}$ is never $0$. Thus,$\Gamma$ never touches the $x$-axis.
Therefore,both statements $A$ and $D$ are mathematically correct based on the provided options.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
In a plane,$\vec{a}$ and $\vec{b}$ are the position vectors of two points $A$ and $B$ respectively. $A$ point $P$ with position vector $\vec{r}$ moves on that plane in such a way that $|\vec{r}-\vec{a}| - |\vec{r}-\vec{b}| = c$ (where $c$ is a real constant). The locus of $P$ is a conic section whose eccentricity is:
A
$\frac{|\vec{a}-\vec{b}|}{c}$
B
$\frac{|\vec{a}+\vec{b}|}{c}$
C
$\frac{|\vec{a}-\vec{b}|}{2c}$
D
$\frac{|\vec{a}+\vec{b}|}{2c}$

Solution

(A) The equation $|\vec{r}-\vec{a}| - |\vec{r}-\vec{b}| = c$ represents the definition of a hyperbola where $A$ and $B$ are the foci.
The distance between the foci is $2ae = |\vec{a}-\vec{b}|$.
The distance between the vertices (transverse axis length) is $2a = c$.
Therefore,the eccentricity $e$ is given by:
$e = \frac{\text{distance between foci}}{\text{distance between vertices}} = \frac{|\vec{a}-\vec{b}|}{c}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $f: R \rightarrow R$ be a differentiable function and $f(1)=4$. Then the value of $\lim _{x \rightarrow 1} \int_4^{f(x)} \frac{2 t}{x-1} dt$,if $f^{\prime}(1)=2$ is
A
$16$
B
$8$
C
$4$
D
$2$

Solution

(A) Let $L = \lim _{x \rightarrow 1} \int_4^{f(x)} \frac{2 t}{x-1} dt$.
Evaluating the integral,we get:
$L = \lim _{x \rightarrow 1} \frac{1}{x-1} [t^2]_4^{f(x)} = \lim _{x \rightarrow 1} \frac{[f(x)]^2 - 16}{x-1}$.
Since $f(1) = 4$,the expression is in the $\frac{0}{0}$ form.
Applying $L'H\hat{o}pital's$ rule:
$L = \lim _{x \rightarrow 1} \frac{\frac{d}{dx} ([f(x)]^2 - 16)}{\frac{d}{dx} (x-1)} = \lim _{x \rightarrow 1} \frac{2 f(x) f^{\prime}(x)}{1}$.
Substituting the values $f(1) = 4$ and $f^{\prime}(1) = 2$:
$L = 2 \times f(1) \times f^{\prime}(1) = 2 \times 4 \times 2 = 16$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
$\lim _{n \rightarrow \infty} \frac{1}{n^{k+1}}\left[2^k+4^k+6^k+\ldots+(2 n)^k\right]=$
A
$\frac{2^k}{k}$
B
$\frac{2^{k+1}}{k+1}$
C
$\frac{2^k}{k+1}$
D
$\frac{2^k}{k-1}$

Solution

(C) The given limit is $L = \lim _{n \rightarrow \infty} \frac{1}{n^{k+1}} \sum_{r=1}^{n} (2r)^k$.
We can rewrite this as $L = \lim _{n \rightarrow \infty} \frac{1}{n} \sum_{r=1}^{n} \left(\frac{2r}{n}\right)^k$.
Using the definition of the definite integral as the limit of a Riemann sum,$\lim _{n \rightarrow \infty} \frac{1}{n} \sum_{r=1}^{n} f\left(\frac{r}{n}\right) = \int_{0}^{1} f(x) dx$.
Here,$f(x) = (2x)^k$.
Thus,$L = \int_{0}^{1} (2x)^k dx = 2^k \int_{0}^{1} x^k dx$.
Evaluating the integral,$L = 2^k \left[ \frac{x^{k+1}}{k+1} \right]_{0}^{1} = 2^k \left( \frac{1}{k+1} - 0 \right) = \frac{2^k}{k+1}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
In $\mathbb{R}$,a relation $p$ is defined as follows: $\forall a, b \in \mathbb{R}$,$a \ p \ b$ holds if $a^2-4ab+3b^2=0$. Then:
A
$p$ is an equivalence relation
B
$p$ is only symmetric
C
$p$ is only reflexive
D
$p$ is only transitive

Solution

(C) The relation is defined as $a^2-4ab+3b^2=0$.
$1$. Reflexivity: For any $a \in \mathbb{R}$,we check if $a \ p \ a$. Substituting $b=a$,we get $a^2-4a(a)+3a^2 = a^2-4a^2+3a^2 = 0$. Since $0=0$,the relation is reflexive.
$2$. Symmetry: Check if $a \ p \ b \implies b \ p \ a$. If $a^2-4ab+3b^2=0$,then $(a-b)(a-3b)=0$,so $a=b$ or $a=3b$. If $a=3b$,then $b=a/3$. For symmetry,we need $b^2-4ba+3a^2=0$. Substituting $a=3b$,we get $b^2-4b(3b)+3(3b)^2 = b^2-12b^2+27b^2 = 16b^2 \neq 0$ (unless $b=0$). Thus,it is not symmetric.
$3$. Transitivity: Check if $a \ p \ b$ and $b \ p \ c \implies a \ p \ c$. If $a=3b$ and $b=3c$,then $a=9c$. For $a \ p \ c$,we need $a^2-4ac+3c^2=0$. Substituting $a=9c$,we get $(9c)^2-4(9c)c+3c^2 = 81c^2-36c^2+3c^2 = 48c^2 \neq 0$. Thus,it is not transitive.
Therefore,the relation is only reflexive.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
For the real numbers $x$ and $y$,we define the relation $p$ as $x p y$ if $x-y+\sqrt{2}$ is an irrational number. Then the relation $p$ is
A
reflexive
B
symmetric
C
transitive
D
equivalence relation

Solution

(A) $1$. Reflexivity: For any $x \in \mathbb{R}$,$x p x$ implies $x-x+\sqrt{2} = \sqrt{2}$. Since $\sqrt{2}$ is an irrational number,$x p x$ is true for all $x$. Thus,$p$ is reflexive.
$2$. Symmetry: If $x p y$,then $x-y+\sqrt{2}$ is irrational. For symmetry,we check if $y p x$ holds,which means $y-x+\sqrt{2}$ is irrational. Let $x=0$ and $y=\sqrt{2}$. Then $x-y+\sqrt{2} = 0-\sqrt{2}+\sqrt{2} = 0$,which is rational. So $x p y$ is false. Let $x=1$ and $y=0$. Then $x-y+\sqrt{2} = 1-0+\sqrt{2} = 1+\sqrt{2}$,which is irrational. So $1 p 0$ is true. Now check $0 p 1$: $0-1+\sqrt{2} = \sqrt{2}-1$,which is irrational. So $0 p 1$ is true. However,consider $x=\sqrt{2}$ and $y=0$. $x p y = \sqrt{2}-0+\sqrt{2} = 2\sqrt{2}$ (irrational). $y p x = 0-\sqrt{2}+\sqrt{2} = 0$ (rational). Since $y p x$ is not necessarily true when $x p y$ is true,the relation is not symmetric.
$3$. Transitivity: If $x p y$ and $y p z$,then $x-y+\sqrt{2} = i_1$ and $y-z+\sqrt{2} = i_2$,where $i_1, i_2$ are irrational. Adding these,$x-z+2\sqrt{2} = i_1+i_2$. This does not guarantee $x-z+\sqrt{2}$ is irrational. For example,let $x=1+\sqrt{2}$,$y=1$,and $z=1-\sqrt{2}$. $x p y = (1+\sqrt{2})-1+\sqrt{2} = 2\sqrt{2}$ (irrational). $y p z = 1-(1-\sqrt{2})+\sqrt{2} = 2\sqrt{2}$ (irrational). But $x p z = (1+\sqrt{2})-(1-\sqrt{2})+\sqrt{2} = 3\sqrt{2}$ (irrational). However,if we choose $x=\sqrt{2}, y=0, z=-\sqrt{2}$,then $x p y = 2\sqrt{2}$ (irrational),$y p z = 0-(-\sqrt{2})+\sqrt{2} = 2\sqrt{2}$ (irrational),but $x p z = \sqrt{2}-(-\sqrt{2})+\sqrt{2} = 3\sqrt{2}$ (irrational). Actually,consider $x=2\sqrt{2}, y=\sqrt{2}, z=0$. $x p y = 2\sqrt{2}-\sqrt{2}+\sqrt{2} = 2\sqrt{2}$ (irrational). $y p z = \sqrt{2}-0+\sqrt{2} = 2\sqrt{2}$ (irrational). $x p z = 2\sqrt{2}-0+\sqrt{2} = 3\sqrt{2}$ (irrational). The relation is not transitive in general. Thus,the relation is only reflexive.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $A = \begin{bmatrix} \cos \theta & -\sin \theta \\ \sin \theta & \cos \theta \end{bmatrix}$ and $\theta = \frac{2 \pi}{7}$,then $A^{100} = A \times A \times \dots \times A$ ($100$ times) is equal to:
A
$\begin{bmatrix} \cos 2 \theta & -\sin 2 \theta \\ \sin 2 \theta & \cos 2 \theta \end{bmatrix}$
B
$\begin{bmatrix} \cos \theta & -\sin \theta \\ \sin \theta & \cos \theta \end{bmatrix}$
C
$\begin{bmatrix} 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$
D
$\begin{bmatrix} 0 & -1 \\ 1 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$

Solution

(A) Given $A = \begin{bmatrix} \cos \theta & -\sin \theta \\ \sin \theta & \cos \theta \end{bmatrix}$.
By the property of rotation matrices,$A^n = \begin{bmatrix} \cos n \theta & -\sin n \theta \\ \sin n \theta & \cos n \theta \end{bmatrix}$.
For $n = 100$,we have $A^{100} = \begin{bmatrix} \cos 100 \theta & -\sin 100 \theta \\ \sin 100 \theta & \cos 100 \theta \end{bmatrix}$.
Given $\theta = \frac{2 \pi}{7}$,so $100 \theta = \frac{200 \pi}{7}$.
We can write $\frac{200 \pi}{7} = \frac{196 \pi + 4 \pi}{7} = 28 \pi + \frac{4 \pi}{7}$.
Since $\cos(28 \pi + \alpha) = \cos \alpha$ and $\sin(28 \pi + \alpha) = \sin \alpha$,we get $A^{100} = \begin{bmatrix} \cos \frac{4 \pi}{7} & -\sin \frac{4 \pi}{7} \\ \sin \frac{4 \pi}{7} & \cos \frac{4 \pi}{7} \end{bmatrix} = A^2$.
Comparing this with the options,none of the provided options match $A^2$ exactly. However,evaluating the expression,$A^{100} = A^2$ is the correct result.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $A = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 0 & -1 \\ 0 & -1 & 0 \\ -1 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$,then:
A
$A$ is a null matrix
B
$A$ is a skew-symmetric matrix
C
$A^{-1}$ does not exist
D
$A^2 = I$

Solution

(D) Given $A = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 0 & -1 \\ 0 & -1 & 0 \\ -1 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$.
First,we check if $A$ is symmetric or skew-symmetric. The transpose $A^T = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 0 & -1 \\ 0 & -1 & 0 \\ -1 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix} = A$. Since $A^T = A$,$A$ is a symmetric matrix.
Next,we calculate $A^2 = A \times A = \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 0 & -1 \\ 0 & -1 & 0 \\ -1 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} 0 & 0 & -1 \\ 0 & -1 & 0 \\ -1 & 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 & 1 \end{bmatrix} = I$.
Since $A^2 = I$,the correct option is $D$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $\begin{vmatrix} x^k & x^{k+2} & x^{k+3} \\ y^k & y^{k+2} & y^{k+3} \\ z^k & z^{k+2} & z^{k+3} \end{vmatrix} = (x-y)(y-z)(z-x)\left(\frac{1}{x}+\frac{1}{y}+\frac{1}{z}\right)$,then find the value of $k$.
A
$k=-3$
B
$k=3$
C
$k=1$
D
$k=-1$

Solution

(D) Given the determinant $\Delta = \begin{vmatrix} x^k & x^{k+2} & x^{k+3} \\ y^k & y^{k+2} & y^{k+3} \\ z^k & z^{k+2} & z^{k+3} \end{vmatrix}$.
Taking $x^k, y^k, z^k$ common from $R_1, R_2, R_3$ respectively:
$\Delta = (xyz)^k \begin{vmatrix} 1 & x^2 & x^3 \\ 1 & y^2 & y^3 \\ 1 & z^2 & z^3 \end{vmatrix}$.
The value of the determinant $\begin{vmatrix} 1 & x^2 & x^3 \\ 1 & y^2 & y^3 \\ 1 & z^2 & z^3 \end{vmatrix}$ is $(x-y)(y-z)(z-x)(xy+yz+zx)$.
So,$\Delta = (xyz)^k (x-y)(y-z)(z-x)(xy+yz+zx)$.
We can write $(xy+yz+zx) = xyz \left(\frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y} + \frac{1}{z}\right)$.
Therefore,$\Delta = (xyz)^k (xyz) (x-y)(y-z)(z-x) \left(\frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y} + \frac{1}{z}\right) = (xyz)^{k+1} (x-y)(y-z)(z-x) \left(\frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y} + \frac{1}{z}\right)$.
Comparing this with the given expression $(x-y)(y-z)(z-x) \left(\frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y} + \frac{1}{z}\right)$,we must have $(xyz)^{k+1} = 1$.
This implies $k+1 = 0$,so $k = -1$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $\begin{bmatrix} 2 & 1 \\ 3 & 2 \end{bmatrix} \cdot A \cdot \begin{bmatrix} -3 & 2 \\ 5 & -3 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$,then $A =$
A
$\begin{bmatrix} 1 & 1 \\ 1 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$
B
$\begin{bmatrix} 1 & 1 \\ 0 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$
C
$\begin{bmatrix} 1 & 0 \\ 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$
D
$\begin{bmatrix} 0 & 1 \\ 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$

Solution

(A) Let $P = \begin{bmatrix} 2 & 1 \\ 3 & 2 \end{bmatrix}$ and $Q = \begin{bmatrix} -3 & 2 \\ 5 & -3 \end{bmatrix}$. The given equation is $P \cdot A \cdot Q = I$,where $I$ is the identity matrix.
Multiplying by $P^{-1}$ on the left and $Q^{-1}$ on the right,we get $A = P^{-1} \cdot I \cdot Q^{-1} = P^{-1} \cdot Q^{-1}$.
First,find $P^{-1}$: $\det(P) = (2)(2) - (1)(3) = 4 - 3 = 1$. Thus,$P^{-1} = \frac{1}{1} \begin{bmatrix} 2 & -1 \\ -3 & 2 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 2 & -1 \\ -3 & 2 \end{bmatrix}$.
Next,find $Q^{-1}$: $\det(Q) = (-3)(-3) - (2)(5) = 9 - 10 = -1$. Thus,$Q^{-1} = \frac{1}{-1} \begin{bmatrix} -3 & -2 \\ -5 & -3 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 3 & 2 \\ 5 & 3 \end{bmatrix}$.
Now,calculate $A = P^{-1} \cdot Q^{-1} = \begin{bmatrix} 2 & -1 \\ -3 & 2 \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} 3 & 2 \\ 5 & 3 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} (2)(3) + (-1)(5) & (2)(2) + (-1)(3) \\ (-3)(3) + (2)(5) & (-3)(2) + (2)(3) \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 6-5 & 4-3 \\ -9+10 & -6+6 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 1 \\ 1 & 0 \end{bmatrix}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $A = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -1 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & -1 \\ 1 & 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$ and $B = \begin{bmatrix} 2 \\ 1 \\ 7 \end{bmatrix}$. For the equation $AX = B$,find the matrix $X$.
A
$\begin{bmatrix} -1 \\ 1 \\ 7 \end{bmatrix}$
B
$\begin{bmatrix} 1 \\ 2 \\ 4 \end{bmatrix}$
C
$\begin{bmatrix} 3 \\ 1 \\ -1 \end{bmatrix}$
D
$\begin{bmatrix} 4 \\ 2 \\ 1 \end{bmatrix}$

Solution

(D) We are given the matrix equation $AX = B$,where $A = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -1 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & -1 \\ 1 & 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$ and $B = \begin{bmatrix} 2 \\ 1 \\ 7 \end{bmatrix}$.
We can verify the options by performing matrix multiplication $AX$ for each option.
Let $X = \begin{bmatrix} x \\ y \\ z \end{bmatrix}$.
Testing option $B$: $X = \begin{bmatrix} 1 \\ 2 \\ 4 \end{bmatrix}$.
$AX = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -1 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & -1 \\ 1 & 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} 1 \\ 2 \\ 4 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} (1)(1) + (-1)(2) + (0)(4) \\ (0)(1) + (1)(2) + (-1)(4) \\ (1)(1) + (1)(2) + (1)(4) \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 - 2 + 0 \\ 0 + 2 - 4 \\ 1 + 2 + 4 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} -1 \\ -2 \\ 7 \end{bmatrix} \neq B$.
Testing option $D$: $X = \begin{bmatrix} 4 \\ 2 \\ 1 \end{bmatrix}$.
$AX = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -1 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & -1 \\ 1 & 1 & 1 \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} 4 \\ 2 \\ 1 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} (1)(4) + (-1)(2) + (0)(1) \\ (0)(4) + (1)(2) + (-1)(1) \\ (1)(4) + (1)(2) + (1)(1) \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 4 - 2 + 0 \\ 0 + 2 - 1 \\ 4 + 2 + 1 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 2 \\ 1 \\ 7 \end{bmatrix} = B$.
Thus,the correct matrix is $X = \begin{bmatrix} 4 \\ 2 \\ 1 \end{bmatrix}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $a_i, b_i, c_i \in \mathbb{R}$ for $i=1, 2, 3$ and $x \in \mathbb{R}$ and $\begin{vmatrix} a_1+b_1 x & a_1 x+b_1 & c_1 \\ a_2+b_2 x & a_2 x+b_2 & c_2 \\ a_3+b_3 x & a_3 x+b_3 & c_3 \end{vmatrix} = 0$,then:
A
$x = 1$
B
$x = -1$
C
$\begin{vmatrix} a_1 & b_1 & c_1 \\ a_2 & b_2 & c_2 \\ a_3 & b_3 & c_3 \end{vmatrix} = 0$
D
$x = 2$

Solution

(C) Let the given determinant be $\Delta$. Applying the column operation $C_1 \to C_1 - x C_2$:
$\Delta = \begin{vmatrix} a_1(1-x^2) & a_1 x+b_1 & c_1 \\ a_2(1-x^2) & a_2 x+b_2 & c_2 \\ a_3(1-x^2) & a_3 x+b_3 & c_3 \end{vmatrix} = 0$
Taking $(1-x^2)$ common from the first column:
$(1-x^2) \begin{vmatrix} a_1 & a_1 x+b_1 & c_1 \\ a_2 & a_2 x+b_2 & c_2 \\ a_3 & a_3 x+b_2 & c_3 \end{vmatrix} = 0$
Alternatively,applying $C_1 \to C_1 + C_2$ and $C_1 \to C_1 - C_2$ shows that the determinant is proportional to $(1-x^2) \times \Delta_0$ where $\Delta_0$ is the determinant of the matrix with columns $a_i, b_i, c_i$.
Thus,$(1-x^2) \begin{vmatrix} a_1 & b_1 & c_1 \\ a_2 & b_2 & c_2 \\ a_3 & b_3 & c_3 \end{vmatrix} = 0$.
This implies that either $x^2 = 1$ or the determinant of the matrix formed by $a_i, b_i, c_i$ is $0$. Given the options,the correct condition is $\begin{vmatrix} a_1 & b_1 & c_1 \\ a_2 & b_2 & c_2 \\ a_3 & b_3 & c_3 \end{vmatrix} = 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $f(x) = \left| \begin{array}{ccc} \cos x & x & 1 \\ 2 \sin x & x^3 & 2x \\ \tan x & x & 1 \end{array} \right|$. Then,find the value of $\lim_{x \rightarrow 0} \frac{f(x)}{x^2}$.
A
$2$
B
$-2$
C
$1$
D
$-1$

Solution

(B) Given $f(x) = \left| \begin{array}{ccc} \cos x & x & 1 \\ 2 \sin x & x^3 & 2x \\ \tan x & x & 1 \end{array} \right|$.
Expanding the determinant along the first row:
$f(x) = \cos x(x^3 - 2x^2) - x(2 \sin x - 2x \tan x) + 1(2x \sin x - x^3 \tan x)$.
$f(x) = (x^3 - 2x^2) \cos x - 2x \sin x + 2x^2 \tan x + 2x \sin x - x^3 \tan x$.
$f(x) = (x^3 - 2x^2) \cos x + 2x^2 \tan x - x^3 \tan x$.
Now,we need to find $\lim_{x \rightarrow 0} \frac{f(x)}{x^2} = \lim_{x \rightarrow 0} \frac{(x^3 - 2x^2) \cos x + 2x^2 \tan x - x^3 \tan x}{x^2}$.
$= \lim_{x \rightarrow 0} \left( (x - 2) \cos x + 2 \tan x - x \tan x \right)$.
Substituting $x = 0$:
$= (0 - 2) \cos(0) + 2 \tan(0) - 0 \cdot \tan(0) = -2(1) + 0 - 0 = -2$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $y=\tan ^{-1}\left[\frac{\log _e\left(\frac{e}{x^2}\right)}{\log _e\left(e x^2\right)}\right]+\tan ^{-1}\left[\frac{3+2 \log _e x}{1-6 \log _e x}\right]$,then $\frac{d^2 y}{d x^2}=$
A
$2$
B
$1$
C
$0$
D
-$1$

Solution

(C) Let $u = \log_e x$. Then the expression becomes:
$y = \tan^{-1}\left[\frac{\log_e e - \log_e x^2}{\log_e e + \log_e x^2}\right] + \tan^{-1}\left[\frac{3+2u}{1-6u}\right]$
$y = \tan^{-1}\left[\frac{1-2u}{1+2u}\right] + \tan^{-1}\left[\frac{3+2u}{1-3(2u)}\right]$
Using the formula $\tan^{-1} A - \tan^{-1} B = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{A-B}{1+AB}\right)$ and $\tan^{-1} A + \tan^{-1} B = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{A+B}{1-AB}\right)$:
$y = (\tan^{-1} 1 - \tan^{-1}(2u)) + (\tan^{-1} 3 + \tan^{-1}(2u))$
$y = \tan^{-1} 1 + \tan^{-1} 3$
Since $y$ is a constant,the derivative $\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$.
Therefore,the second derivative $\frac{d^2 y}{d x^2} = 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
$f(x) = \cos x - 1 + \frac{x^2}{2!}, x \in R$. Then $f(x)$ is
A
decreasing function
B
increasing function
C
neither increasing nor decreasing
D
constant $\forall x > 0$

Solution

(C) Given $f(x) = \cos x - 1 + \frac{x^2}{2!}$.
Taking the derivative with respect to $x$,we get $f'(x) = -\sin x + x$.
For $x > 0$,we know that $x > \sin x$,which implies $x - \sin x > 0$. Thus,$f'(x) > 0$ for $x > 0$.
For $x < 0$,we know that $x < \sin x$,which implies $x - \sin x < 0$. Thus,$f'(x) < 0$ for $x < 0$.
Since the derivative $f'(x)$ changes sign at $x = 0$,the function $f(x)$ is neither increasing nor decreasing on the entire domain $R$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $f: R \rightarrow R$ be a function defined by $f(x) = \frac{e^{|x|} - e^{-x}}{e^x + e^{-x}}$,then
A
$f$ is both one-one and onto
B
$f$ is one-one but not onto
C
$f$ is onto but not one-one
D
$f$ is neither one-one nor onto

Solution

(D) Given the function $f(x) = \frac{e^{|x|} - e^{-x}}{e^x + e^{-x}}$.
Case $I$: If $x \geq 0$,then $|x| = x$. Thus,$f(x) = \frac{e^x - e^{-x}}{e^x + e^{-x}} = \tanh(x)$. As $x$ increases from $0$ to $\infty$,$f(x)$ increases from $0$ to $1$.
Case $II$: If $x < 0$,then $|x| = -x$. Thus,$f(x) = \frac{e^{-x} - e^{-x}}{e^x + e^{-x}} = \frac{0}{e^x + e^{-x}} = 0$.
Since $f(x) = 0$ for all $x < 0$ and $f(0) = 0$,the function is not one-one because $f(-1) = f(0) = 0$.
Since the range of $f$ is $[0, 1)$,which is a proper subset of the codomain $R$,the function is not onto.
Therefore,$f$ is neither one-one nor onto.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
The function $f: R \rightarrow R$ defined by $f(x) = e^x + e^{-x}$ is
A
one-one
B
onto
C
bijective
D
not bijective

Solution

(D) Step $1$: Check for one-one property.
$f(x) = e^x + e^{-x}$.
Since $f(-x) = e^{-x} + e^{-(-x)} = e^{-x} + e^x = f(x)$, the function is an even function.
For an even function, $f(x_1) = f(x_2)$ does not imply $x_1 = x_2$ (e.g., $f(1) = f(-1)$).
Therefore, the function is not one-one.
Step $2$: Check for onto property.
We know that $e^x > 0$ for all $x \in R$.
By the Arithmetic Mean-Geometric Mean inequality, $\frac{e^x + e^{-x}}{2} \geq \sqrt{e^x \cdot e^{-x}} = 1$, which implies $e^x + e^{-x} \geq 2$.
Thus, the range of $f(x)$ is $[2, \infty)$.
Since the codomain is $R$ and the range is $[2, \infty)$, the range $\neq$ codomain.
Therefore, the function is not onto.
Conclusion: Since the function is neither one-one nor onto, it is not bijective.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
For every real number $x \neq -1$,let $f(x) = \frac{x}{x+1}$. Define $f_1(x) = f(x)$ and for $n \geq 2$,$f_n(x) = f(f_{n-1}(x))$. Then the product $f_1(-2) \cdot f_2(-2) \cdot \ldots \cdot f_n(-2)$ is equal to:
A
$\frac{2^n}{1 \cdot 3 \cdot 5 \cdot \ldots \cdot (2n-1)}$
B
$1$
C
$\frac{1}{2} \binom{2n}{n}$
D
$\binom{2n}{n}$

Solution

(A) Given $f(x) = \frac{x}{x+1}$.
Calculating the first few terms:
$f_1(x) = \frac{x}{x+1}$
$f_2(x) = f(f(x)) = \frac{\frac{x}{x+1}}{\frac{x}{x+1} + 1} = \frac{x}{x + x + 1} = \frac{x}{2x+1}$
$f_3(x) = f(f_2(x)) = \frac{\frac{x}{2x+1}}{\frac{x}{2x+1} + 1} = \frac{x}{x + 2x + 1} = \frac{x}{3x+1}$
By induction,$f_n(x) = \frac{x}{nx+1}$.
Evaluating at $x = -2$:
$f_n(-2) = \frac{-2}{n(-2)+1} = \frac{-2}{-2n+1} = \frac{2}{2n-1}$.
The product is $P = f_1(-2) \cdot f_2(-2) \cdot \ldots \cdot f_n(-2) = \prod_{k=1}^{n} \frac{2}{2k-1} = \frac{2^n}{1 \cdot 3 \cdot 5 \cdot \ldots \cdot (2n-1)}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
Consider the function $f(x) = (x - 2) \log_e x$. Then the equation $x \log_e x = 2 - x$
A
has at least one root in $(1, 2)$
B
has no root in $(1, 2)$
C
is not at all solvable
D
has infinitely many roots in $(-2, 1)$

Solution

(A) Let $g(x) = x \log_e x + x - 2$.
We are looking for roots of the equation $g(x) = 0$.
Evaluate $g(x)$ at the endpoints of the interval $(1, 2)$:
$g(1) = 1 \cdot \log_e(1) + 1 - 2 = 0 + 1 - 2 = -1$.
$g(2) = 2 \cdot \log_e(2) + 2 - 2 = 2 \log_e(2) \approx 2(0.693) = 1.386$.
Since $g(1) = -1 < 0$ and $g(2) = 2 \log_e(2) > 0$,and $g(x)$ is a continuous function on the interval $[1, 2]$,by the Intermediate Value Theorem,there must exist at least one root $c \in (1, 2)$ such that $g(c) = 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If a particle moves in a straight line according to the law $x = a \sin (\sqrt{\lambda} t + b)$,then the particle will come to rest at two points whose distance is [symbols have their usual meaning]
A
$a$
B
$\frac{a}{2}$
C
$2a$
D
$4a$

Solution

(C) The velocity of the particle is given by the derivative of position with respect to time:
$v = \frac{dx}{dt} = a \cos (\sqrt{\lambda} t + b) \cdot \sqrt{\lambda}$.
For the particle to come to rest,the velocity must be zero:
$v = 0 \Rightarrow a \sqrt{\lambda} \cos (\sqrt{\lambda} t + b) = 0$.
Since $a \neq 0$ and $\lambda > 0$,we have $\cos (\sqrt{\lambda} t + b) = 0$.
This occurs when the argument is $\pm \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Let the two points be $x_1$ and $x_2$:
$x_1 = a \sin (\frac{\pi}{2}) = a(1) = a$.
$x_2 = a \sin (-\frac{\pi}{2}) = a(-1) = -a$.
The distance between these two points is $|x_1 - x_2| = |a - (-a)| = |2a| = 2a$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
The acceleration $f \text{ ft/sec}^2$ of a particle after a time $t \text{ sec}$ starting from rest is given by $f = 6 - \sqrt{1.2t}$. Then the maximum velocity $v$ and time $T$ to attain this velocity are:
A
$T = 20 \text{ sec}$
B
$v = 60 \text{ ft/sec}$
C
$T = 30 \text{ sec}$
D
$v = 40 \text{ ft/sec}$

Solution

(B, C) Given the acceleration $f = \frac{dv}{dt} = 6 - \sqrt{1.2t}$.
At $t = 0$,$v = 0$.
The velocity is maximum when the acceleration $f = 0$.
Setting $f = 0$,we get $6 - \sqrt{1.2t} = 0 \Rightarrow \sqrt{1.2t} = 6 \Rightarrow 1.2t = 36 \Rightarrow t = \frac{36}{1.2} = 30 \text{ sec}$.
Thus,the time $T = 30 \text{ sec}$.
To find the maximum velocity $v$,we integrate the acceleration with respect to time from $t = 0$ to $t = 30$:
$v = \int_{0}^{30} (6 - \sqrt{1.2} \cdot t^{1/2}) dt$
$v = [6t - \sqrt{1.2} \cdot \frac{t^{3/2}}{3/2}]_{0}^{30}$
$v = 6(30) - \frac{2}{3} \sqrt{1.2} \cdot (30)^{3/2}$
$v = 180 - \frac{2}{3} \sqrt{1.2} \cdot 30 \sqrt{30} = 180 - 20 \sqrt{36} = 180 - 20(6) = 180 - 120 = 60 \text{ ft/sec}$.
Therefore,the maximum velocity is $v = 60 \text{ ft/sec}$ at $T = 30 \text{ sec}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $y=f(x)$ be any curve on the $X-Y$ plane and $P$ be a point on the curve. Let $C$ be a fixed point not on the curve. If the length $PC$ is either a maximum or a minimum,then:
A
$PC$ is perpendicular to the tangent at $P$
B
$PC$ is parallel to the tangent at $P$
C
$PC$ meets the tangent at an angle of $45^{\circ}$
D
$PC$ meets the tangent at an angle of $60^{\circ}$

Solution

(A) Let $P(x, y)$ be a point on the curve $y=f(x)$ and $C(a, b)$ be a fixed point not on the curve.
The distance $d$ between $P$ and $C$ is given by $d^2 = (x-a)^2 + (y-b)^2$.
For $d$ to be a maximum or minimum,$d^2$ must also be a maximum or minimum.
Differentiating $d^2$ with respect to $x$,we get $\frac{d}{dx}(d^2) = 2(x-a) + 2(y-b)\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$.
This implies $(x-a) + (y-b)\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$,which can be written as $\frac{y-b}{x-a} = -\frac{1}{dy/dx}$.
Here,$\frac{y-b}{x-a}$ is the slope of the line segment $PC$,and $\frac{dy}{dx}$ is the slope of the tangent at $P$.
Since the product of their slopes is $-1$,the line segment $PC$ is perpendicular to the tangent at $P$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $f: R \rightarrow R$ be given by $f(x) = |x^2 - 1|$,then
A
$f$ has a local minima at $x = \pm 1$ but no local maxima
B
$f$ has a local maxima at $x = 0$,but no local minima
C
$f$ has a local minima at $x = \pm 1$ and a local maxima at $x = 0$
D
$f$ has neither any local maxima nor any local minima

Solution

(C) The function is defined as $f(x) = |x^2 - 1|$.
We can analyze the behavior of the function by looking at its graph or by examining its critical points.
$1$. The function $f(x) = |x^2 - 1|$ is non-negative for all $x \in R$.
$2$. At $x = 1$ and $x = -1$,$f(x) = |1^2 - 1| = 0$. Since $f(x) \ge 0$ for all $x$,the points $x = 1$ and $x = -1$ are points of local minima where the minimum value is $0$.
$3$. At $x = 0$,$f(0) = |0^2 - 1| = |-1| = 1$. For values of $x$ in a small neighborhood around $0$ (e.g.,$x \in (-1, 1)$),$f(x) = |x^2 - 1| = 1 - x^2$. Since $1 - x^2 < 1$ for all $x \neq 0$ in this neighborhood,$x = 0$ is a point of local maxima.
Thus,$f$ has local minima at $x = \pm 1$ and a local maxima at $x = 0$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Consider the function $f(x) = x(x - 1)(x - 2) \dots (x - 100)$. Which one of the following is correct?
A
This function has $100$ local maxima
B
This function has $50$ local maxima
C
This function has $51$ local maxima
D
Local minima do not exist for this function

Solution

(B) The function is $f(x) = x(x - 1)(x - 2) \dots (x - 100)$.
This is a polynomial of degree $101$.
The roots of the function are $x = 0, 1, 2, \dots, 100$.
Since the leading coefficient is positive and the degree is odd,the graph starts from $-\infty$ and goes to $+\infty$.
Between any two consecutive roots $x = k$ and $x = k+1$,there must be at least one local extremum (by Rolle's Theorem).
There are $100$ intervals of the form $(k, k+1)$ for $k = 0, 1, \dots, 99$.
In each interval,there is exactly one local extremum.
Since the function is positive in $(0, 1)$,negative in $(1, 2)$,positive in $(2, 3)$,and so on,the local extrema alternate between local maxima and local minima.
The intervals are $(0, 1), (1, 2), (2, 3), \dots, (99, 100)$.
Local maxima occur in intervals $(0, 1), (2, 3), \dots, (98, 99)$.
The number of such intervals is $50$ (i.e.,$k = 0, 2, \dots, 98$).
Thus,there are $50$ local maxima.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $\int \frac{\log _e(x+\sqrt{1+x^2})}{\sqrt{1+x^2}} dx = f(g(x)) + c$,then:
A
$f(x) = \frac{x^2}{2}, g(x) = \log _e(x+\sqrt{1+x^2})$
B
$f(x) = \log _e(x+\sqrt{1+x^2}), g(x) = \frac{x^2}{2}$
C
$f(x) = x^2, g(x) = \log _e(x+\sqrt{1+x^2})$
D
$f(x) = \log _e(x-\sqrt{1+x^2}), g(x) = x^2$

Solution

(A) Let $t = \log _e(x+\sqrt{1+x^2})$.
Then,$dt = \frac{1}{x+\sqrt{1+x^2}} \cdot (1 + \frac{2x}{2\sqrt{1+x^2}}) dx = \frac{1}{x+\sqrt{1+x^2}} \cdot \frac{\sqrt{1+x^2}+x}{\sqrt{1+x^2}} dx = \frac{dx}{\sqrt{1+x^2}}$.
Substituting this into the integral,we get:
$I = \int t \, dt = \frac{t^2}{2} + c$.
Substituting $t$ back,we get $I = \frac{(\log _e(x+\sqrt{1+x^2}))^2}{2} + c$.
Comparing this with $f(g(x)) + c$,we have $f(x) = \frac{x^2}{2}$ and $g(x) = \log _e(x+\sqrt{1+x^2})$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
For any integer $n$,the value of the integral $\int_0^\pi e^{\cos^2 x} \cos^3(2n+1)x \, dx$ is:
A
$\pi$
B
$1$
C
$0$
D
$\frac{3\pi}{2}$

Solution

(C) Let $I = \int_0^\pi e^{\cos^2 x} \cos^3((2n+1)x) \, dx \quad \dots(1)$
Using the property $\int_0^a f(x) \, dx = \int_0^a f(a-x) \, dx$,we have:
$I = \int_0^\pi e^{\cos^2(\pi-x)} \cos^3((2n+1)(\pi-x)) \, dx$
Since $\cos(\pi-x) = -\cos x$,we have $\cos^2(\pi-x) = \cos^2 x$.
Also,$\cos((2n+1)(\pi-x)) = \cos((2n+1)\pi - (2n+1)x)$.
Since $(2n+1)$ is an odd integer,$\cos((2n+1)\pi - \theta) = -\cos \theta$.
Therefore,$\cos^3((2n+1)\pi - (2n+1)x) = (-\cos((2n+1)x))^3 = -\cos^3((2n+1)x)$.
Substituting these into the integral:
$I = \int_0^\pi e^{\cos^2 x} (-\cos^3((2n+1)x)) \, dx$
$I = -\int_0^\pi e^{\cos^2 x} \cos^3((2n+1)x) \, dx \quad \dots(2)$
Adding $(1)$ and $(2)$,we get:
$I + I = 0 \implies 2I = 0 \implies I = 0$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $I(R) = \int_0^R e^{-R \sin x} dx$,where $R > 0$. Then,
A
$I(R) > \frac{\pi}{2R}(1 - e^{-R})$
B
$I(R) < \frac{\pi}{2R}(1 - e^{-R})$
C
$I(R) = \frac{\pi}{2R}(1 - e^{-R})$
D
$I(R)$ and $\frac{\pi}{2R}(1 - e^{-R})$ are not comparable

Solution

(D) Consider the function $f(x) = \sin x$. On the interval $[0, \pi/2]$,we know that $\sin x \geq \frac{2x}{\pi}$ by Jordan's inequality.
Since $R > 0$,we have $-R \sin x \leq -R \frac{2x}{\pi}$.
Thus,$e^{-R \sin x} \leq e^{-2Rx/\pi}$.
Integrating both sides from $0$ to $\pi/2$ gives $\int_0^{\pi/2} e^{-R \sin x} dx \leq \int_0^{\pi/2} e^{-2Rx/\pi} dx = \frac{\pi}{2R}(1 - e^{-R})$.
However,the integral $I(R)$ is defined from $0$ to $R$. For large $R$,the behavior of the integral is dominated by the region near $x=0$ where $\sin x \approx x$.
By comparing the growth rates and the bounds of the integral,it is observed that for general $R > 0$,the values of $I(R)$ and the expression $\frac{\pi}{2R}(1 - e^{-R})$ do not maintain a consistent inequality for all $R$,making them not directly comparable in a simple global sense.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $f(x) = \frac{e^x}{1+e^x}$,$l_1 = \int_{f(-a)}^{f(a)} x g(x(1-x)) dx$ and $l_2 = \int_{f(-a)}^{f(a)} g(x(1-x)) dx$,then the value of $\frac{l_2}{l_1}$ is
A
-$1$
B
-$3$
C
$2$
D
$1$

Solution

(C) First,observe that $f(a) + f(-a) = \frac{e^a}{1+e^a} + \frac{e^{-a}}{1+e^{-a}} = \frac{e^a}{1+e^a} + \frac{1}{e^a+1} = \frac{e^a+1}{e^a+1} = 1$.
Let $t = f(-a)$,then $f(a) = 1-t$.
Now,$l_1 = \int_{t}^{1-t} x g(x(1-x)) dx$.
Using the property $\int_{A}^{B} h(x) dx = \int_{A}^{B} h(A+B-x) dx$,we have:
$l_1 = \int_{t}^{1-t} (t + (1-t) - x) g((t + (1-t) - x)(1 - (t + (1-t) - x))) dx$
$l_1 = \int_{t}^{1-t} (1-x) g((1-x)(1-(1-x))) dx = \int_{t}^{1-t} (1-x) g(x(1-x)) dx$.
Adding the two expressions for $l_1$:
$2l_1 = \int_{t}^{1-t} (x + 1 - x) g(x(1-x)) dx = \int_{t}^{1-t} g(x(1-x)) dx$.
Since $l_2 = \int_{t}^{1-t} g(x(1-x)) dx$,we get $2l_1 = l_2$.
Therefore,$\frac{l_2}{l_1} = 2$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQWBJEE · 2024
All values of $a$ for which the inequality $\frac{1}{\sqrt{a}} \int_{1}^{a} (\frac{3}{2} \sqrt{x} + 1 - \frac{1}{\sqrt{x}}) dx < 4$ is satisfied,lie in the interval
A
$(1, 2)$
B
$(0, 3)$
C
$(0, 4)$
D
$(1, 4)$

Solution

(C) Given inequality: $\frac{1}{\sqrt{a}} \int_{1}^{a} (\frac{3}{2} \sqrt{x} + 1 - \frac{1}{\sqrt{x}}) dx < 4$
First,evaluate the integral: $\int_{1}^{a} (\frac{3}{2} x^{1/2} + 1 - x^{-1/2}) dx$
$= [\frac{3}{2} \cdot \frac{x^{3/2}}{3/2} + x - \frac{x^{1/2}}{1/2}]_{1}^{a}$
$= [x^{3/2} + x - 2x^{1/2}]_{1}^{a}$
$= (a^{3/2} + a - 2a^{1/2}) - (1^{3/2} + 1 - 2(1)^{1/2})$
$= a^{3/2} + a - 2a^{1/2} - (1 + 1 - 2) = a^{3/2} + a - 2a^{1/2}$
Now substitute back into the inequality:
$\frac{1}{a^{1/2}} (a^{3/2} + a - 2a^{1/2}) < 4$
$a + a^{1/2} - 2 < 4$
$a + a^{1/2} - 6 < 0$
Let $t = a^{1/2}$,where $t > 0$:
$t^2 + t - 6 < 0$
$(t + 3)(t - 2) < 0$
Since $t > 0$,$t + 3$ is always positive,so we must have $t - 2 < 0$,which implies $t < 2$.
Thus,$a^{1/2} < 2 \Rightarrow a < 4$.
Since the integral is defined for $a > 0$,the interval is $(0, 4)$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
The points of extremum of $\int_0^{x^2} \frac{t^2-5t+4}{2+e^t} dt$ are
A
$0, \pm 1, \pm 2$
B
$\pm 1, \pm 2$
C
$\pm 2$
D
$\pm 1$

Solution

(A) Let $f(x) = \int_0^{x^2} \frac{t^2-5t+4}{2+e^t} dt$.
To find the points of extremum,we calculate the derivative $f'(x)$ using the Leibniz Integral Rule:
$f'(x) = \frac{(x^2)^2 - 5(x^2) + 4}{2 + e^{x^2}} \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(x^2)$.
$f'(x) = \frac{x^4 - 5x^2 + 4}{2 + e^{x^2}} \cdot (2x)$.
$f'(x) = \frac{(x^2-1)(x^2-4)}{2 + e^{x^2}} \cdot (2x)$.
$f'(x) = \frac{(x-1)(x+1)(x-2)(x+2)(2x)}{2 + e^{x^2}}$.
Setting $f'(x) = 0$,we get $x = 0, 1, -1, 2, -2$.
Thus,the points of extremum are $0, \pm 1, \pm 2$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
The area bounded by the curve $x=4-y^2$ and the $Y$-axis is
A
$16 \text{ sq. unit}$
B
$\frac{32}{3} \text{ sq. unit}$
C
$\frac{16}{3} \text{ sq. unit}$
D
$32 \text{ sq. unit}$

Solution

(B) The given curve is $x = 4 - y^2$,which is a parabola opening to the left with its vertex at $(4, 0)$.
To find the intersection points with the $Y$-axis,we set $x = 0$:
$0 = 4 - y^2 \Rightarrow y^2 = 4 \Rightarrow y = \pm 2$.
Thus,the curve intersects the $Y$-axis at $(0, 2)$ and $(0, -2)$.
The area bounded by the curve and the $Y$-axis is symmetric about the $X$-axis.
Area $= \int_{-2}^{2} x \, dy = \int_{-2}^{2} (4 - y^2) \, dy$.
Due to symmetry,Area $= 2 \int_{0}^{2} (4 - y^2) \, dy$.
$= 2 \left[ 4y - \frac{y^3}{3} \right]_{0}^{2}$.
$= 2 \left( (4(2) - \frac{2^3}{3}) - (0 - 0) \right)$.
$= 2 \left( 8 - \frac{8}{3} \right) = 2 \left( \frac{24 - 8}{3} \right) = 2 \left( \frac{16}{3} \right) = \frac{32}{3} \text{ sq. unit}$.
Solution diagram
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $U_n$ $(n=1,2)$ denotes the $n^{\text{th}}$ derivative of $U(x) = \frac{Lx+M}{x^2-2Bx+C}$ (where $L, M, B, C$ are constants),then the equation $PU_2 + QU_1 + RU = 0$ holds for:
A
$P=x^2-2B, Q=2x, R=3x$
B
$P=x^2-2Bx+C, Q=4(x-B), R=2$
C
$P=2x, Q=2B, R=2$
D
$P=x^2, Q=x, R=3$

Solution

(B) Given $U(x) = \frac{Lx+M}{x^2-2Bx+C}$.
Rearranging,we get $U(x)(x^2-2Bx+C) = Lx+M$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the product rule:
$U_1(x^2-2Bx+C) + U(2x-2B) = L$.
Differentiating again with respect to $x$:
$U_2(x^2-2Bx+C) + U_1(2x-2B) + U_1(2x-2B) + U(2) = 0$.
Simplifying the expression:
$U_2(x^2-2Bx+C) + U_1(4x-4B) + 2U = 0$.
Comparing this with $PU_2 + QU_1 + RU = 0$,we get:
$P = x^2-2Bx+C$,$Q = 4(x-B)$,and $R = 2$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
Let $f$ be a differentiable function with $\lim _{x \rightarrow \infty} f(x)=0$. If $y^{\prime}+y f^{\prime}(x)-f(x) f^{\prime}(x)=0$ and $\lim _{x \rightarrow \infty} y(x)=0$,then:
A
$y+1=e^{f(x)}+f(x)$
B
$y+1=e^{-f(x)}+f(x)$
C
$y+2=e^{-f(x)}+f(x)$
D
$y-1=e^{-f(x)}+f(x)$

Solution

(B) The given differential equation is $\frac{dy}{dx} + y f'(x) = f(x) f'(x)$.
This is a linear differential equation of the form $\frac{dy}{dx} + P(x)y = Q(x)$,where $P(x) = f'(x)$ and $Q(x) = f(x) f'(x)$.
The integrating factor ($I$.$F$.) is $e^{\int P(x) dx} = e^{\int f'(x) dx} = e^{f(x)}$.
The solution is given by $y \cdot (I.F.) = \int Q(x) \cdot (I.F.) dx + C$.
$y e^{f(x)} = \int f(x) f'(x) e^{f(x)} dx + C$.
Let $t = f(x)$,then $dt = f'(x) dx$.
$y e^{f(x)} = \int t e^t dt + C = e^t(t-1) + C$.
Substituting back $t = f(x)$,we get $y e^{f(x)} = e^{f(x)}(f(x)-1) + C$.
Given $\lim_{x \rightarrow \infty} f(x) = 0$ and $\lim_{x \rightarrow \infty} y(x) = 0$,we substitute these limits into the equation:
$0 \cdot e^0 = e^0(0-1) + C \Rightarrow 0 = -1 + C \Rightarrow C = 1$.
Thus,$y e^{f(x)} = e^{f(x)}(f(x)-1) + 1$.
Dividing by $e^{f(x)}$,we get $y = f(x) - 1 + e^{-f(x)}$.
Rearranging gives $y + 1 = f(x) + e^{-f(x)}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If $x y^{\prime}+y-e^x=0$ and $y(a)=b$,then $\lim _{x \rightarrow 1} y(x)$ is
A
$e+2 a b-e^a$
B
$e^2+a b-e^{-a}$
C
$e-a b+e^a$
D
$e+a b-e^a$ (where $y^{\prime}=\frac{d y}{d x}$)

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation: $x y^{\prime}+y-e^x=0$
This can be rewritten as: $x \frac{d y}{d x}+y=e^x$
Recognizing the product rule,we have: $\frac{d}{d x}(x y)=e^x$
Integrating both sides with respect to $x$: $\int d(x y)=\int e^x d x$
This yields: $x y=e^x+C$
Using the initial condition $y(a)=b$: $a b=e^a+C \Rightarrow C=a b-e^a$
Substituting $C$ back into the equation: $x y=e^x+a b-e^a$
Thus,$y(x)=\frac{e^x+a b-e^a}{x}$
Finally,evaluating the limit: $\lim _{x \rightarrow 1} y(x)=\frac{e^1+a b-e^a}{1}=e+a b-e^a$
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
$A$ unit vector in $XY$-plane making an angle $45^{\circ}$ with $\hat{i}+\hat{j}$ and an angle $60^{\circ}$ with $3\hat{i}-4\hat{j}$ is
A
$\frac{13}{14}\hat{i}+\frac{1}{14}\hat{j}$
B
$\frac{1}{14}\hat{i}+\frac{13}{14}\hat{j}$
C
$\frac{13}{14}\hat{i}-\frac{1}{14}\hat{j}$
D
$\frac{1}{14}\hat{i}-\frac{13}{14}\hat{j}$

Solution

(A) Let the unit vector be $\vec{r} = x\hat{i} + y\hat{j}$. Since it is a unit vector,$x^2 + y^2 = 1$.
Given $\vec{a} = \hat{i} + \hat{j}$ and $\vec{b} = 3\hat{i} - 4\hat{j}$.
The angle between $\vec{r}$ and $\vec{a}$ is $45^{\circ}$,so $\vec{r} \cdot \vec{a} = |\vec{r}||\vec{a}| \cos 45^{\circ} = 1 \cdot \sqrt{2} \cdot \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = 1$.
Thus,$x + y = 1 \implies y = 1 - x$.
The angle between $\vec{r}$ and $\vec{b}$ is $60^{\circ}$,so $\vec{r} \cdot \vec{b} = |\vec{r}||\vec{b}| \cos 60^{\circ} = 1 \cdot \sqrt{3^2 + (-4)^2} \cdot \frac{1}{2} = 5 \cdot \frac{1}{2} = \frac{5}{2}$.
Thus,$3x - 4y = \frac{5}{2} \implies 6x - 8y = 5$.
Substituting $y = 1 - x$ into the second equation: $6x - 8(1 - x) = 5 \implies 6x - 8 + 8x = 5 \implies 14x = 13 \implies x = \frac{13}{14}$.
Then $y = 1 - \frac{13}{14} = \frac{1}{14}$.
Therefore,the unit vector is $\frac{13}{14}\hat{i} + \frac{1}{14}\hat{j}$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
If the relation between the direction ratios of two lines in $\mathbb{R}^3$ are given by $l+m+n=0$ and $2lm+2mn-ln=0$,then the angle between the lines is ($l, m, n$ have their usual meaning).
A
$\frac{\pi}{6}$
B
$\frac{2\pi}{3}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{4}$

Solution

(B) Given equations are $l+m+n=0 \Rightarrow l = -(m+n)$.
Substitute $l$ into the second equation: $2(-(m+n))m + 2mn - (-(m+n))n = 0$.
$-2m^2 - 2mn + 2mn + n^2 + mn = 0$.
$-2m^2 + mn + n^2 = 0 \Rightarrow 2m^2 - mn - n^2 = 0$.
Dividing by $n^2$ (assuming $n \neq 0$): $2(\frac{m}{n})^2 - (\frac{m}{n}) - 1 = 0$.
Let $x = \frac{m}{n}$,then $2x^2 - x - 1 = 0 \Rightarrow (2x+1)(x-1) = 0$.
So,$\frac{m}{n} = 1$ or $\frac{m}{n} = -\frac{1}{2}$.
Case $1$: If $m=n$,then $l = -(n+n) = -2n$. Direction ratios are $(-2n, n, n)$,i.e.,$(-2, 1, 1)$.
Case $2$: If $m = -\frac{1}{2}n$,then $l = -(-\frac{1}{2}n + n) = -\frac{1}{2}n$. Direction ratios are $(-\frac{1}{2}n, -\frac{1}{2}n, n)$,i.e.,$(-1, -1, 2)$.
Let $\vec{a} = -2\hat{i} + \hat{j} + \hat{k}$ and $\vec{b} = -\hat{i} - \hat{j} + 2\hat{k}$.
$\cos \theta = \frac{|\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b}|}{|\vec{a}||\vec{b}|} = \frac{|(-2)(-1) + (1)(-1) + (1)(2)|}{\sqrt{4+1+1}\sqrt{1+1+4}} = \frac{|2-1+2|}{\sqrt{6}\sqrt{6}} = \frac{3}{6} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Thus,$\theta = \cos^{-1}(\frac{1}{2}) = \frac{\pi}{3}$. However,the angle between lines is often defined as the obtuse angle if specified by the context of the given options,or the acute angle. Given the options,$\frac{2\pi}{3}$ is the supplementary angle.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
The angle between two diagonals of a cube is:
A
$\cos ^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)$
B
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)$
C
$\frac{\pi}{2}-\cos ^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)$
D
$\frac{\pi}{2}-\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)$

Solution

(A) Let the vertices of the cube be $O(0,0,0)$,$A(a,0,0)$,$B(a,a,0)$,$C(a,a,a)$,$D(0,a,a)$,$E(0,0,a)$,$F(a,0,a)$,and $G(0,a,0)$.
Consider two diagonals of the cube,for example,the diagonal connecting $(0,0,0)$ to $(a,a,a)$ and the diagonal connecting $(a,0,0)$ to $(0,a,a)$.
The vector along the first diagonal is $\vec{v_1} = a\hat{i} + a\hat{j} + a\hat{k}$.
The vector along the second diagonal is $\vec{v_2} = -a\hat{i} + a\hat{j} + a\hat{k}$.
The angle $\theta$ between these two vectors is given by $\cos \theta = \frac{|\vec{v_1} \cdot \vec{v_2}|}{|\vec{v_1}| |\vec{v_2}|}$.
$\vec{v_1} \cdot \vec{v_2} = (a)(-a) + (a)(a) + (a)(a) = -a^2 + a^2 + a^2 = a^2$.
$|\vec{v_1}| = \sqrt{a^2 + a^2 + a^2} = a\sqrt{3}$.
$|\vec{v_2}| = \sqrt{(-a)^2 + a^2 + a^2} = a\sqrt{3}$.
$\cos \theta = \frac{a^2}{(a\sqrt{3})(a\sqrt{3})} = \frac{a^2}{3a^2} = \frac{1}{3}$.
Therefore,$\theta = \cos ^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)$.
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MathematicsDifficultMCQWBJEE · 2024
The plane $2x - y + 3z + 5 = 0$ is rotated through $90^{\circ}$ about its line of intersection with the plane $x + y + z = 1$. The equation of the plane in its new position is:
A
$3x + 9y + z + 17 = 0$
B
$3x + 9y + z = 17$
C
$3x - 9y - z = 17$
D
$3x + 9y - z = 17$

Solution

(B) The equation of any plane passing through the line of intersection of the planes $P_1: 2x - y + 3z + 5 = 0$ and $P_2: x + y + z - 1 = 0$ is given by $P_1 + \lambda P_2 = 0$.
$(2x - y + 3z + 5) + \lambda(x + y + z - 1) = 0$
$(2 + \lambda)x + (-1 + \lambda)y + (3 + \lambda)z + (5 - \lambda) = 0$.
Since the plane is rotated by $90^{\circ}$ about the line of intersection,the new plane must be perpendicular to the original plane $2x - y + 3z + 5 = 0$.
The normal vectors are $\vec{n_1} = (2 + \lambda, -1 + \lambda, 3 + \lambda)$ and $\vec{n_2} = (2, -1, 3)$.
For perpendicular planes,the dot product of their normals is zero:
$(2 + \lambda)(2) + (-1 + \lambda)(-1) + (3 + \lambda)(3) = 0$
$4 + 2\lambda + 1 - \lambda + 9 + 3\lambda = 0$
$4\lambda + 14 = 0 \Rightarrow \lambda = -\frac{14}{4} = -\frac{7}{2}$.
Substituting $\lambda = -\frac{7}{2}$ into the equation:
$(2 - \frac{7}{2})x + (-1 - \frac{7}{2})y + (3 - \frac{7}{2})z + (5 + \frac{7}{2}) = 0$
$-\frac{3}{2}x - \frac{9}{2}y - \frac{1}{2}z + \frac{17}{2} = 0$
Multiplying by $-2$,we get $3x + 9y + z - 17 = 0$,or $3x + 9y + z = 17$.
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MathematicsEasyMCQWBJEE · 2024
Two squares are chosen one by one on a chessboard. The probability that they have a side in common is
A
$\frac{1}{9}$
B
$\frac{2}{7}$
C
$\frac{1}{18}$
D
$\frac{5}{18}$

Solution

(C) chessboard has $64$ squares. The total number of ways to choose two distinct squares is $\binom{64}{2} = \frac{64 \times 63}{2} = 2016$.
Two squares have a side in common if they are adjacent horizontally or vertically.
In an $8 \times 8$ grid,there are $8$ rows and $8$ columns.
Each row has $7$ pairs of adjacent squares,so $8 \times 7 = 56$ horizontal pairs.
Each column has $7$ pairs of adjacent squares,so $8 \times 7 = 56$ vertical pairs.
Total favorable pairs = $56 + 56 = 112$.
The probability is $\frac{112}{2016} = \frac{1}{18}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
Two integers $r$ and $s$ are drawn one at a time without replacement from the set $\{1, 2, \ldots, n\}$. Then $P(r \leq k \mid s \leq k) =$
A
$\frac{k}{n}$
B
$\frac{k}{n-1}$
C
$\frac{k-1}{n}$
D
$\frac{k-1}{n-1}$

Solution

(D) We are given that two integers $r$ and $s$ are drawn without replacement from the set $\{1, 2, \ldots, n\}$.
We need to find the conditional probability $P(r \leq k \mid s \leq k)$.
By the definition of conditional probability,$P(r \leq k \mid s \leq k) = \frac{P(r \leq k \cap s \leq k)}{P(s \leq k)}$.
First,the probability that $s \leq k$ is $P(s \leq k) = \frac{k}{n}$.
Next,the probability that both $r \leq k$ and $s \leq k$ is the probability of choosing two distinct integers from the set $\{1, 2, \ldots, k\}$ out of the total ways to choose two distinct integers from the set $\{1, 2, \ldots, n\}$.
This is given by $P(r \leq k \cap s \leq k) = \frac{k(k-1)}{n(n-1)}$.
Therefore,the conditional probability is $P(r \leq k \mid s \leq k) = \frac{\frac{k(k-1)}{n(n-1)}}{\frac{k}{n}} = \frac{k(k-1)}{n(n-1)} \times \frac{n}{k} = \frac{k-1}{n-1}$.
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MathematicsMediumMCQWBJEE · 2024
$A$ biased coin with probability $p$ $(0 < p < 1)$ of getting a head is tossed until a head appears for the first time. If the probability that the number of tosses required is even is $\frac{2}{5}$,then $p=$
A
$\frac{1}{4}$
B
$\frac{1}{3}$
C
$\frac{2}{3}$
D
$\frac{3}{4}$

Solution

(B) Let $q = 1-p$ be the probability of getting a tail. The event that the first head appears on an even toss means the sequence of outcomes is $(T, H), (T, T, T, H), (T, T, T, T, T, H), \dots$
The probability of this occurring is $P = qp + q^3p + q^5p + \dots$
This is an infinite geometric series with first term $a = qp$ and common ratio $r = q^2$.
Since $0 < p < 1$,we have $0 < q < 1$,so $|q^2| < 1$.
The sum of the series is $P = \frac{a}{1-r} = \frac{qp}{1-q^2}$.
Given $P = \frac{2}{5}$,we have $\frac{qp}{1-q^2} = \frac{2}{5}$.
Substituting $q = 1-p$,we get $\frac{(1-p)p}{1-(1-p)^2} = \frac{2}{5}$.
Simplifying the denominator: $1 - (1 - 2p + p^2) = 2p - p^2 = p(2-p)$.
So,$\frac{p(1-p)}{p(2-p)} = \frac{2}{5}$.
Canceling $p$ (since $p \neq 0$),we get $\frac{1-p}{2-p} = \frac{2}{5}$.
Cross-multiplying: $5(1-p) = 2(2-p) \Rightarrow 5 - 5p = 4 - 2p$.
$1 = 3p \Rightarrow p = \frac{1}{3}$.

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