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EasyMCQ
If the tangent at a point $P(x, y)$ of a curve is perpendicular to the line that joins the origin with the point $P$,then the curve is
A
Circle
B
Parabola
C
Ellipse
D
Straight line

Solution

(A) Let the curve be $y = f(x)$. The slope of the line joining the origin $(0, 0)$ and the point $P(x, y)$ is $m_1 = \frac{y}{x}$.
The slope of the tangent at $P(x, y)$ is $m_2 = \frac{dy}{dx}$.
Since the tangent is perpendicular to the line joining the origin to $P$,we have $m_1 \times m_2 = -1$.
Therefore,$\frac{y}{x} \times \frac{dy}{dx} = -1$.
This implies $y \, dy = -x \, dx$.
Integrating both sides,we get $\int y \, dy = -\int x \, dx$,which gives $\frac{y^2}{2} = -\frac{x^2}{2} + C$.
This simplifies to $x^2 + y^2 = 2C$,which represents a circle centered at the origin.
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2
MediumMCQ
The differential equation of displacement of all $Simple \ Harmonic \ Motions$ of given period $T = 2\pi / n$ is:
A
$\frac{d^2x}{dt^2} + nx = 0$
B
$\frac{d^2x}{dt^2} + n^2x = 0$
C
$\frac{d^2x}{dt^2} - n^2x = 0$
D
$\frac{d^2x}{dt^2} + \frac{1}{n^2}x = 0$

Solution

(B) The general equation for $Simple \ Harmonic \ Motion$ is given by $x = A \cos(nt + \phi)$,where $A$ is the amplitude and $\phi$ is the phase constant.
First,differentiate $x$ with respect to $t$:
$\frac{dx}{dt} = -An \sin(nt + \phi)$
Next,differentiate again with respect to $t$ to find the second derivative:
$\frac{d^2x}{dt^2} = -An^2 \cos(nt + \phi)$
Since $x = A \cos(nt + \phi)$,we can substitute this into the equation:
$\frac{d^2x}{dt^2} = -n^2 x$
Rearranging the terms gives the differential equation:
$\frac{d^2x}{dt^2} + n^2x = 0$.
3
MediumMCQ
The number of solutions of $y' = \frac{y + 1}{x - 1}, y(1) = 2$ is
A
None
B
One
C
Two
D
Infinite

Solution

(A) Given the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{y + 1}{x - 1}$.
Separating the variables,we get $\frac{dy}{y + 1} = \frac{dx}{x - 1}$.
Integrating both sides,$\int \frac{dy}{y + 1} = \int \frac{dx}{x - 1}$.
This gives $\ln|y + 1| = \ln|x - 1| + C$,which simplifies to $y + 1 = k(x - 1)$ where $k$ is a constant.
We are given the initial condition $y(1) = 2$.
Substituting $x = 1$ into the equation,we get $y + 1 = k(1 - 1) = 0$,which implies $y = -1$.
However,the condition specifies $y(1) = 2$,which contradicts $y = -1$.
Since the differential equation is undefined at $x = 1$ and the initial condition leads to a contradiction,there is no solution.
4
MediumMCQ
The differential equation $y\frac{dy}{dx} + x = a$ ($a$ is any constant) represents:
A
$A$ set of circles having centre on the $y$-axis
B
$A$ set of circles having centre on the $x$-axis
C
$A$ set of ellipses
D
None of these

Solution

(B) Given differential equation is $y\frac{dy}{dx} + x = a$.
Separating the variables,we get $y \, dy = (a - x) \, dx$.
Integrating both sides,we get $\int y \, dy = \int (a - x) \, dx$.
$\frac{y^2}{2} = ax - \frac{x^2}{2} + C$,where $C$ is the constant of integration.
Multiplying by $2$,we get $y^2 = 2ax - x^2 + 2C$.
Rearranging the terms,we get $x^2 - 2ax + y^2 = 2C$.
Adding $a^2$ to both sides,we get $(x^2 - 2ax + a^2) + y^2 = a^2 + 2C$.
$(x - a)^2 + y^2 = a^2 + 2C$.
Let $k = a^2 + 2C$,then $(x - a)^2 + y^2 = k$.
This is the equation of a set of circles with center at $(a, 0)$,which lies on the $x$-axis.
5
MediumMCQ
The equation of a curve passing through $\left( 2, \frac{7}{2} \right)$ and having gradient $1 - \frac{1}{x^2}$ at $(x, y)$ is:
A
$y = x^2 + x + 1$
B
$xy = x^2 + x + 1$
C
$xy = x + 1$
D
None of these

Solution

(B) Given the gradient of the curve is $\frac{dy}{dx} = 1 - \frac{1}{x^2}$.
Integrating both sides with respect to $x$,we get:
$y = \int \left( 1 - \frac{1}{x^2} \right) dx = x + \frac{1}{x} + c$.
Since the curve passes through the point $\left( 2, \frac{7}{2} \right)$,we substitute these values into the equation:
$\frac{7}{2} = 2 + \frac{1}{2} + c$.
$\frac{7}{2} = \frac{5}{2} + c \implies c = 1$.
Thus,the equation of the curve is $y = x + \frac{1}{x} + 1$.
Multiplying by $x$,we get $xy = x^2 + 1 + x$,which is $xy = x^2 + x + 1$.
6
MediumMCQ
The solution of the differential equation $x \frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 1$,given that $y = 1$ and $\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$ when $x = 1$,is
A
$y = x \log x + x + 2$
B
$y = x \log x - x + 2$
C
$y = x \log x + x$
D
$y = x \log x - x$

Solution

(B) Given the differential equation $x \frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 1$.
Dividing by $x$,we get $\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = \frac{1}{x}$.
Integrating with respect to $x$,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = \int \frac{1}{x} dx = \log x + c_1$.
Given that $\frac{dy}{dx} = 0$ when $x = 1$,we have $0 = \log(1) + c_1$,which implies $c_1 = 0$.
So,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \log x$.
Integrating again with respect to $x$,we get $y = \int \log x dx = x \log x - x + c_2$.
Given that $y = 1$ when $x = 1$,we have $1 = 1 \log(1) - 1 + c_2$,which implies $1 = 0 - 1 + c_2$,so $c_2 = 2$.
Substituting the values of $c_1$ and $c_2$,the required solution is $y = x \log x - x + 2$.
7
MediumMCQ
The equation of the family of curves for which the length of the normal is equal to the radius vector is
A
${y^2} \pm {x^2} = k$
B
$y \pm x = k$
C
${y^2} = kx$
D
None of these

Solution

(A) The length of the normal to a curve is given by $L = |y| \sqrt{1 + (\frac{dy}{dx})^2}$.
Given that the length of the normal is equal to the radius vector $r = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2}$,we have:
$|y| \sqrt{1 + (\frac{dy}{dx})^2} = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2}$
Squaring both sides:
$y^2 (1 + (\frac{dy}{dx})^2) = x^2 + y^2$
$y^2 + y^2 (\frac{dy}{dx})^2 = x^2 + y^2$
$y^2 (\frac{dy}{dx})^2 = x^2$
Taking the square root on both sides:
$y \frac{dy}{dx} = \pm x$
Separating the variables:
$y \, dy = \pm x \, dx$
Integrating both sides:
$\int y \, dy = \pm \int x \, dx$
$\frac{y^2}{2} = \pm \frac{x^2}{2} + C$
$y^2 = \pm x^2 + 2C$
Let $2C = k$,then the equation is ${y^2} \mp {x^2} = k$,which is equivalent to ${y^2} \pm {x^2} = k$.
8
DifficultMCQ
The rate of increase of bacteria in a certain culture is proportional to the number present. If it doubles in $5$ hours,then in $25$ hours,its number would be ......... times the original.
A
$8$
B
$16$
C
$32$
D
$64$

Solution

(C) Let $P_0$ be the initial population and $P$ be the population at time $t$.
According to the problem,$\frac{dP}{dt} = kP$,where $k$ is a constant.
Separating the variables,we get $\frac{dP}{P} = k dt$.
Integrating both sides,we have $\ln P = kt + C$.
At $t = 0$,$P = P_0$,so $\ln P_0 = C$.
Thus,$\ln P = kt + \ln P_0$,which simplifies to $\ln \left( \frac{P}{P_0} \right) = kt$.
Given that the population doubles in $5$ hours,at $t = 5$,$P = 2P_0$.
Substituting these values,$\ln \left( \frac{2P_0}{P_0} \right) = 5k$,so $k = \frac{\ln 2}{5}$.
Now,we need to find the population at $t = 25$ hours.
$\ln \left( \frac{P}{P_0} \right) = \left( \frac{\ln 2}{5} \right) \times 25 = 5 \ln 2 = \ln(2^5) = \ln 32$.
Therefore,$\frac{P}{P_0} = 32$,which means $P = 32 P_0$.
The number of bacteria will be $32$ times the original.
9
DifficultMCQ
The solution of the equation $\frac{x^2 d^2y}{dx^2} = \ln x$,given that at $x = 1$,$y = 0$ and $\frac{dy}{dx} = -1$,is:
A
$\frac{1}{2}(\ln x)^2 + \ln x$
B
$\frac{1}{2}(\ln x)^2 - \ln x$
C
$-\frac{1}{2}(\ln x)^2 + \ln x$
D
$-\frac{1}{2}(\ln x)^2 - \ln x$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation: $\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = \frac{\ln x}{x^2}$.
Integrating both sides with respect to $x$:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \int \frac{\ln x}{x^2} dx$.
Using integration by parts,let $u = \ln x$ and $dv = x^{-2} dx$. Then $du = \frac{1}{x} dx$ and $v = -\frac{1}{x}$.
$\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{\ln x}{x} - \int (-\frac{1}{x}) \cdot \frac{1}{x} dx = -\frac{\ln x}{x} + \int x^{-2} dx = -\frac{\ln x}{x} - \frac{1}{x} + C_1 = -\frac{\ln x + 1}{x} + C_1$.
Given $\frac{dy}{dx} = -1$ at $x = 1$:
$-1 = -\frac{\ln(1) + 1}{1} + C_1 \Rightarrow -1 = -1 + C_1 \Rightarrow C_1 = 0$.
So,$\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{\ln x + 1}{x}$.
Integrating again:
$y = -\int \frac{\ln x + 1}{x} dx$.
Let $t = \ln x$,then $dt = \frac{1}{x} dx$:
$y = -\int (t + 1) dt = -(\frac{t^2}{2} + t) + C_2 = -\frac{(\ln x)^2}{2} - \ln x + C_2$.
Given $y = 0$ at $x = 1$:
$0 = -\frac{(\ln 1)^2}{2} - \ln(1) + C_2 \Rightarrow 0 = 0 - 0 + C_2 \Rightarrow C_2 = 0$.
Thus,the solution is $y = -\frac{1}{2}(\ln x)^2 - \ln x$.
10
MediumMCQ
$A$ piece of steel is heated to $100^{\circ}C$ and allowed to cool in a room. Which graph correctly represents the cooling process?
Question diagram
A
$A$
B
$B$
C
$C$
D
None of these

Solution

(A) According to Newton's law of cooling,the rate of cooling is proportional to the temperature difference between the body and its surroundings,i.e.,$-\frac{dT}{dt} = k(T - T_{surrounding})$.
As the temperature $T$ decreases,the rate of cooling $-\frac{dT}{dt}$ also decreases.
This means the slope of the temperature-time graph should be steeper initially and become flatter as the temperature approaches the room temperature.
Curve $A$ shows this behavior,where the rate of change is initially high and decreases over time.
Therefore,graph $A$ is the correct representation.
11
DifficultMCQ
The slope of a curve passing through the point $(2, 0)$ at $(x, y)$ is $x^2 - 2x$. Find the value of $y$ at $x = 0$.
A
$(0, 0)$
B
$(0, 4)$
C
$(0, 4/3)$
D
$(0, 3/4)$

Solution

(C) Given the slope of the curve is $\frac{dy}{dx} = x^2 - 2x$.
Integrating both sides with respect to $x$:
$y = \int (x^2 - 2x) dx = \frac{x^3}{3} - x^2 + C$.
Since the curve passes through the point $(2, 0)$,we substitute $x = 2$ and $y = 0$ into the equation:
$0 = \frac{2^3}{3} - 2^2 + C$
$0 = \frac{8}{3} - 4 + C$
$0 = \frac{8 - 12}{3} + C$
$0 = -\frac{4}{3} + C \Rightarrow C = \frac{4}{3}$.
Thus,the equation of the curve is $y = \frac{x^3}{3} - x^2 + \frac{4}{3}$.
To find the value of $y$ at $x = 0$:
$y(0) = \frac{0^3}{3} - 0^2 + \frac{4}{3} = \frac{4}{3}$.
Therefore,the point is $(0, 4/3)$.
12
MediumMCQ
If the slope of the tangent to a curve at any point $(x, y)$ is given by $3x^2 + 2x + 5$ and the curve passes through the point $(0, 1)$,then the equation of the curve is:
A
$y = 2x^3 + 3x^2 + 5x + 1$
B
$y = x^3 + x^2 + 5x - 1$
C
$y = x^3 + x^2 + 5x + 1$
D
$y = 3x^3 + 2x^2 + 5x + 1$

Solution

(C) The slope of the tangent to the curve at any point $(x, y)$ is given by $\frac{dy}{dx} = 3x^2 + 2x + 5$.
To find the equation of the curve,we integrate both sides with respect to $x$:
$y = \int (3x^2 + 2x + 5) dx$
$y = x^3 + x^2 + 5x + C$
Since the curve passes through the point $(0, 1)$,we substitute $x = 0$ and $y = 1$ into the equation:
$1 = (0)^3 + (0)^2 + 5(0) + C$
$C = 1$
Substituting the value of $C$ back into the equation,we get:
$y = x^3 + x^2 + 5x + 1$.
13
DifficultMCQ
Let $I$ be the purchase value of an equipment and $V(t)$ be the value after it has been used for $t$ years. The value $V(t)$ depreciates at a rate given by the differential equation $\frac{dV(t)}{dt} = -k(T - t)$,where $k > 0$ is a constant and $T$ is the total life in years of the equipment. Then the scrap value $V(T)$ of the equipment is:
A
$I - \frac{kT^2}{2}$
B
$I - \frac{k(T - t)^2}{2}$
C
$e^{-kT}$
D
$T^2 - \frac{1}{k}$

Solution

(A) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dV}{dt} = -k(T - t)$.
Integrating both sides with respect to $t$:
$V(t) = \int -k(T - t) dt = k \int (T - t) d(T - t) = \frac{k(T - t)^2}{2} + C$.
At $t = 0$,the value of the equipment is the purchase value $I$,so $V(0) = I$:
$I = \frac{k(T - 0)^2}{2} + C \implies I = \frac{kT^2}{2} + C \implies C = I - \frac{kT^2}{2}$.
Substituting $C$ back into the equation for $V(t)$:
$V(t) = \frac{k(T - t)^2}{2} + I - \frac{kT^2}{2}$.
The scrap value $V(T)$ is the value at $t = T$:
$V(T) = \frac{k(T - T)^2}{2} + I - \frac{kT^2}{2} = 0 + I - \frac{kT^2}{2} = I - \frac{kT^2}{2}$.
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DifficultMCQ
The population $p(t)$ at time $t$ of a certain mouse species satisfies the differential equation $\frac{dp(t)}{dt} = 0.5p(t) - 450$. If $p(0) = 850$,then the time at which the population becomes zero is:
A
$2 \ln 18$
B
$\ln 9$
C
$\frac{1}{2} \ln 18$
D
$\ln 18$

Solution

(A) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dp(t)}{dt} = 0.5p(t) - 450 = \frac{p(t) - 900}{2}$.
Separating the variables,we get: $\int \frac{dp(t)}{p(t) - 900} = \int \frac{1}{2} dt$.
Integrating both sides: $\ln |p(t) - 900| = \frac{1}{2} t + C$.
Using the initial condition $p(0) = 850$: $\ln |850 - 900| = \frac{1}{2}(0) + C \implies C = \ln 50$.
Thus,the equation is: $\ln |p(t) - 900| = \frac{1}{2} t + \ln 50$.
We want to find $t$ when $p(t) = 0$: $\ln |0 - 900| = \frac{1}{2} t + \ln 50$.
$\ln 900 - \ln 50 = \frac{1}{2} t$.
$\ln \left( \frac{900}{50} \right) = \frac{1}{2} t$.
$\ln 18 = \frac{1}{2} t$.
$t = 2 \ln 18$.
15
DifficultMCQ
Let the population of rabbits surviving at time $t$ be governed by the differential equation $\frac{dp(t)}{dt} = \frac{1}{2}p(t) - 200$. If $p(0) = 100$,then $p(t)$ equals:
A
$600 - 500e^{t/2}$
B
$400 + 300e^{t/2}$
C
$400 - 300e^{t/2}$
D
$300 - 200e^{t/2}$

Solution

(C) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dp(t)}{dt} = \frac{1}{2}p(t) - 200 = \frac{p(t) - 400}{2}$.
Separating the variables,we get: $\int \frac{dp(t)}{p(t) - 400} = \int \frac{1}{2} dt$.
Integrating both sides: $\ln |p(t) - 400| = \frac{t}{2} + C$.
This implies $|p(t) - 400| = e^{C} \cdot e^{t/2}$,or $p(t) - 400 = Ke^{t/2}$ where $K = \pm e^C$.
Using the initial condition $p(0) = 100$: $100 - 400 = Ke^0 \implies K = -300$.
Substituting $K$ back into the equation: $p(t) - 400 = -300e^{t/2}$.
Therefore,$p(t) = 400 - 300e^{t/2}$.
16
AdvancedMCQ
$A$ spherical rain drop evaporates at a rate proportional to its surface area. The differential equation corresponding to the rate of change of the radius of the rain drop,if the constant of proportionality is $K > 0$,is
A
$\frac{dr}{dt} + K = 0$
B
$\frac{dr}{dt} - K = 0$
C
$\frac{dr}{dt} = Kr$
D
None of these

Solution

(A) Let $V$ be the volume and $r$ be the radius of the spherical rain drop. The volume is given by $V = \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$.
The rate of change of volume is $\frac{dV}{dt} = 4\pi r^2 \frac{dr}{dt}$.
According to the problem,the rate of evaporation is proportional to the surface area $S = 4\pi r^2$. Since it is evaporating,the rate of change of volume is negative: $\frac{dV}{dt} = -K(4\pi r^2)$,where $K > 0$.
Equating the two expressions for $\frac{dV}{dt}$:
$4\pi r^2 \frac{dr}{dt} = -K(4\pi r^2)$.
Dividing both sides by $4\pi r^2$ (assuming $r \neq 0$):
$\frac{dr}{dt} = -K$,which can be written as $\frac{dr}{dt} + K = 0$.
17
AdvancedMCQ
Number of values of $m \in N$ for which $y = e^{mx}$ is a solution of the differential equation $D^3y - 3D^2y - 4Dy + 12y = 0$ is
A
$0$
B
$1$
C
$2$
D
more than $2$

Solution

(C) The given differential equation is $D^3y - 3D^2y - 4Dy + 12y = 0$.
Substituting $y = e^{mx}$,we get $Dy = me^{mx}$,$D^2y = m^2e^{mx}$,and $D^3y = m^3e^{mx}$.
Substituting these into the equation: $m^3e^{mx} - 3m^2e^{mx} - 4me^{mx} + 12e^{mx} = 0$.
Since $e^{mx} \neq 0$,we have the characteristic equation: $m^3 - 3m^2 - 4m + 12 = 0$.
Factoring the equation: $m^2(m - 3) - 4(m - 3) = 0 \Rightarrow (m^2 - 4)(m - 3) = 0$.
This gives $(m - 2)(m + 2)(m - 3) = 0$.
The roots are $m = 2, m = -2, m = 3$.
Since $m \in N$ (natural numbers),we only consider $m = 2$ and $m = 3$.
Thus,there are $2$ such values.
18
AdvancedMCQ
The orthogonal trajectories of the family of curves $x^{2/3} + y^{2/3} = a^{2/3}$,where $a$ is an arbitrary constant,are given by:
A
$x^{2/3} - y^{2/3} = c$
B
$x^{4/3} - y^{4/3} = c$
C
$x^{4/3} + y^{4/3} = c$
D
$x^{1/3} - y^{1/3} = c$

Solution

(B) Given the curve $x^{2/3} + y^{2/3} = a^{2/3}$.
Differentiating with respect to $x$,we get:
$\frac{2}{3}x^{-1/3} + \frac{2}{3}y^{-1/3} \frac{dy}{dx} = 0$
$\Rightarrow x^{-1/3} + y^{-1/3} \frac{dy}{dx} = 0$
$\Rightarrow \frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{x^{-1/3}}{y^{-1/3}} = -\left(\frac{y}{x}\right)^{1/3}$.
For orthogonal trajectories,replace $\frac{dy}{dx}$ with $-\frac{dx}{dy}$:
$-\frac{dx}{dy} = -\left(\frac{y}{x}\right)^{1/3}$
$\Rightarrow \frac{dx}{dy} = \frac{y^{1/3}}{x^{1/3}}$
$\Rightarrow x^{1/3} dx = y^{1/3} dy$.
Integrating both sides:
$\int x^{1/3} dx = \int y^{1/3} dy$
$\Rightarrow \frac{x^{4/3}}{4/3} = \frac{y^{4/3}}{4/3} + C$
$\Rightarrow x^{4/3} - y^{4/3} = C'$ (where $C' = \frac{4}{3}C$ is a constant).
Thus,the correct option is $B$.
19
AdvancedMCQ
$A$ curve is such that the area of the region bounded by the coordinate axes,the curve,and the ordinate of any point on it is equal to the cube of that ordinate. The curve represents:
A
a pair of straight lines
B
a circle
C
a parabola
D
an ellipse

Solution

(C) Let the curve be $y = f(x)$. The area of the region bounded by the coordinate axes,the curve,and the ordinate at point $(x, y)$ is given by $\int_0^x y \, dx = y^3$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the Leibniz rule:
$y = \frac{d}{dx}(y^3)$
$y = 3y^2 \frac{dy}{dx}$
This gives two cases:
$1) y = 0$ (which is a trivial solution,the x-axis).
$2) 1 = 3y \frac{dy}{dx} \Rightarrow 3y \, dy = dx$.
Integrating both sides:
$\int 3y \, dy = \int dx$
$\frac{3y^2}{2} = x + C$
Rearranging the equation:
$y^2 = \frac{2}{3}(x + C)$
This is the standard form of a parabola $y^2 = 4a(x - h)$.
Solution diagram
20
AdvancedMCQ
Number of straight lines which satisfy the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} + x \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right)^2 - y = 0$ is:
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) Let the equation of the straight line be $y = kx + c$,where $k$ and $c$ are constants.
Then,$\frac{dy}{dx} = k$.
Substituting this into the given differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} + x \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right)^2 - y = 0$,we get:
$k + xk^2 - (kx + c) = 0$
$k + xk^2 - kx - c = 0$
$(k^2 - k)x + (k - c) = 0$
For this to hold for all $x$,the coefficients must be zero:
$k^2 - k = 0 \Rightarrow k(k - 1) = 0 \Rightarrow k = 0$ or $k = 1$.
If $k = 0$,then $k - c = 0 \Rightarrow c = 0$. The line is $y = 0$.
If $k = 1$,then $k - c = 0 \Rightarrow c = 1$. The line is $y = x + 1$.
Thus,there are $2$ such straight lines.
21
AdvancedMCQ
If the function $y = e^{4x} + 2e^{-x}$ is a solution of the differential equation $\frac{\frac{d^3y}{dx^3} - 13\frac{dy}{dx}}{y} = K$,then the value of $K$ is:
A
$4$
B
$6$
C
$9$
D
$12$

Solution

(D) Given $y = e^{4x} + 2e^{-x}$.
First derivative: $\frac{dy}{dx} = 4e^{4x} - 2e^{-x}$.
Second derivative: $\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 16e^{4x} + 2e^{-x}$.
Third derivative: $\frac{d^3y}{dx^3} = 64e^{4x} - 2e^{-x}$.
Now,substitute these into the expression $\frac{d^3y}{dx^3} - 13\frac{dy}{dx}$:
$= (64e^{4x} - 2e^{-x}) - 13(4e^{4x} - 2e^{-x})$
$= 64e^{4x} - 2e^{-x} - 52e^{4x} + 26e^{-x}$
$= 12e^{4x} + 24e^{-x}$
$= 12(e^{4x} + 2e^{-x})$
$= 12y$.
Therefore,$\frac{\frac{d^3y}{dx^3} - 13\frac{dy}{dx}}{y} = \frac{12y}{y} = 12$.
Thus,$K = 12$.
22
AdvancedMCQ
The curve,with the property that the projection of the ordinate on the normal is constant and has a length equal to $a$,is
A
$x + a \ln \left( \sqrt{y^2 - a^2} + y \right) = c$
B
$x + \sqrt{a^2 - y^2} = c$
C
$(y - a)^2 = cx$
D
$ay = \tan^{-1}(x + c)$

Solution

(A) Let $P(x, y)$ be a point on the curve. Let $PM$ be the ordinate,where $M$ is on the $x$-axis. Let the normal at $P$ meet the $x$-axis at $T$. Let $\theta$ be the angle the tangent makes with the $x$-axis. Then the normal makes an angle $\pi - \theta$ with the $x$-axis. The projection of the ordinate $PM$ on the normal $PT$ is $PN$. In the right-angled triangle $\triangle PMN$,the angle $\angle PMN = \theta$. Thus,$PN = PM \cos \theta = y \cos \theta$. Given $PN = a$,we have $y \cos \theta = a$. Since $\cos \theta = \frac{1}{\sqrt{1 + \tan^2 \theta}}$ and $\tan \theta = \frac{dy}{dx} = y_1$,we get $y \frac{1}{\sqrt{1 + y_1^2}} = a$. Squaring both sides,$y^2 = a^2(1 + y_1^2)$,which gives $y_1^2 = \frac{y^2 - a^2}{a^2}$. Thus,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{\sqrt{y^2 - a^2}}{a}$. Separating variables,$\int \frac{a \, dy}{\sqrt{y^2 - a^2}} = \int dx$. Integrating,we get $a \ln |y + \sqrt{y^2 - a^2}| = x + c$.
Solution diagram
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AdvancedMCQ
The equation to the orthogonal trajectories of the system of parabolas $y = ax^2$ is
A
$\frac{x^2}{2} + y^2 = c$
B
$x^2 + \frac{y^2}{2} = c$
C
$\frac{x^2}{2} - y^2 = c$
D
$x^2 - \frac{y^2}{2} = c$

Solution

(A) Given the equation of the parabola is $y = ax^2$ ... $(1)$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = 2ax$.
From $(1)$,we have $a = \frac{y}{x^2}$. Substituting this into the derivative,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = 2 \left(\frac{y}{x^2}\right) x = \frac{2y}{x}$.
The differential equation of the orthogonal trajectory is obtained by replacing $\frac{dy}{dx}$ with $-\frac{dx}{dy}$:
$-\frac{dx}{dy} = \frac{2y}{x}$.
Rearranging the terms,we get $x dx = -2y dy$,or $x dx + 2y dy = 0$.
Integrating both sides,we get $\int x dx + \int 2y dy = C$,which gives $\frac{x^2}{2} + y^2 = C$.
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AdvancedMCQ
The area bounded by a curve,the $x$-axis,and the ordinate of some point $(x, y)$ of the curve is equal to the length of the corresponding arc of the curve from a fixed point. If the curve passes through the point $P(0, 1)$,then the equation of this curve is:
A
$y = \frac{1}{2}(e^x - e^{-x} + 2)$
B
$y = \frac{1}{2}(e^x + e^{-x})$
C
$y = 1$
D
$(B)$ and $(C)$ both

Solution

(D) Let the curve be $y = f(x)$. The area $A$ bounded by the curve,the $x$-axis,and the ordinate at $x$ is given by $A = \int_0^x y \, dx$.
The arc length $s$ of the curve from $x=0$ to $x$ is given by $s = \int_0^x \sqrt{1 + (y')^2} \, dx$.
According to the problem,$A = s$,so $\int_0^x y \, dx = \int_0^x \sqrt{1 + (y')^2} \, dx$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus,we get $y = \sqrt{1 + (y')^2}$.
Squaring both sides,$y^2 = 1 + (y')^2$,which implies $(y')^2 = y^2 - 1$.
Thus,$y' = \pm \sqrt{y^2 - 1}$.
Separating variables,$\frac{dy}{\sqrt{y^2 - 1}} = \pm dx$.
Integrating both sides,$\ln|y + \sqrt{y^2 - 1}| = \pm x + C$.
Given the curve passes through $(0, 1)$,at $x=0$,$y=1$.
Substituting these values: $\ln|1 + \sqrt{1-1}| = \pm 0 + C \implies \ln(1) = C \implies C = 0$.
So,$\ln|y + \sqrt{y^2 - 1}| = x$ or $-x$.
This simplifies to $y + \sqrt{y^2 - 1} = e^x$ or $y + \sqrt{y^2 - 1} = e^{-x}$.
Solving for $y$,we get $y = \frac{e^x + e^{-x}}{2} = \cosh(x)$.
Also,if $y=1$,then $y'=0$,which satisfies $y = \sqrt{1+(y')^2} \implies 1 = \sqrt{1+0} = 1$.
Thus,both $y = \cosh(x)$ and $y=1$ are solutions.
Therefore,the correct option is $(D)$.
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AdvancedMCQ
The latus rectum of the conic satisfying the differential equation $x dy + y dx = 0$ and passing through the point $(2, 8)$ is:
A
$4 \sqrt{2}$
B
$8$
C
$8 \sqrt{2}$
D
$16$

Solution

(C) The given differential equation is $x dy + y dx = 0$,which can be written as $d(xy) = 0$.
Integrating both sides,we get $xy = c$.
Since the curve passes through $(2, 8)$,we have $2 \times 8 = c$,so $c = 16$.
The equation of the conic is $xy = 16$,which represents a rectangular hyperbola.
For a rectangular hyperbola $xy = c$,the equation can be transformed to the standard form $X^2 - Y^2 = a^2$ by rotating the axes by $45^\circ$.
Here,$xy = 16$ is equivalent to $\frac{x^2}{32} - \frac{y^2}{32} = -1$ (or $Y^2 - X^2 = 32$ in rotated coordinates).
Comparing with $Y^2 - X^2 = a^2$,we have $a^2 = 32$,so $a = 4\sqrt{2}$.
The length of the latus rectum for a rectangular hyperbola $xy = c$ is $2\sqrt{2} \times \text{semi-transverse axis} \times \sqrt{2} = 4a$ is not correct; rather,for $xy = c$,the latus rectum is $2\sqrt{2} \times \sqrt{2c} = 4\sqrt{c}$.
Alternatively,for $xy = 16$,$a = 4\sqrt{2}$. The latus rectum is $2a = 2(4\sqrt{2}) = 8\sqrt{2}$.
Solution diagram
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AdvancedMCQ
Water is drained from a vertical cylindrical tank by opening a valve at the base of the tank. It is known that the rate at which the water level drops is proportional to the square root of water depth $y$,where the constant of proportionality $k > 0$ depends on the acceleration due to gravity and the geometry of the hole. If $t$ is measured in minutes and $k = \frac{1}{15}$,then the time required to drain the tank if the water is $4 \text{ m}$ deep to start with is .......... $\text{min}$.
A
$30$
B
$45$
C
$60$
D
$80$

Solution

(C) The rate of change of the water level $y$ is given by the differential equation: $\frac{dy}{dt} = -k \sqrt{y}$.
Separating the variables,we get: $\frac{dy}{\sqrt{y}} = -k \, dt$.
Integrating both sides from the initial depth $y = 4$ to the final depth $y = 0$ over the time interval from $t = 0$ to $t = T$:
$\int_{4}^{0} y^{-1/2} \, dy = \int_{0}^{T} -k \, dt$.
Evaluating the integrals:
$[2\sqrt{y}]_{4}^{0} = -k[t]_{0}^{T}$.
Substituting the limits:
$2(\sqrt{0} - \sqrt{4}) = -k(T - 0)$.
$2(0 - 2) = -kT$.
$-4 = -kT$.
$T = \frac{4}{k}$.
Given $k = \frac{1}{15}$,we have:
$T = \frac{4}{1/15} = 4 \times 15 = 60 \text{ min}$.
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AdvancedMCQ
The $x-$intercept of the tangent to a curve is equal to the ordinate of the point of contact. The equation of the curve passing through the point $(1, 1)$ is
A
$y e^{\frac{x}{y}} = e$
B
$x e^{\frac{x}{y}} = e$
C
$x e^{\frac{y}{x}} = e$
D
$y e^{\frac{y}{x}} = e$

Solution

(A) Let the point of contact be $P(x, y)$. The slope of the tangent is $\frac{dy}{dx}$.
The equation of the tangent at $P(x, y)$ is $Y - y = \frac{dy}{dx}(X - x)$.
To find the $x-$intercept,set $Y = 0$: $-y = \frac{dy}{dx}(X - x) \Rightarrow X - x = -y \frac{dx}{dy} \Rightarrow X = x - y \frac{dx}{dy}$.
According to the problem,the $x-$intercept is equal to the ordinate $y$,so $x - y \frac{dx}{dy} = y$.
Rearranging the terms: $x - y = y \frac{dx}{dy} \Rightarrow (x - y) dy = y dx \Rightarrow x dy - y dy = y dx$.
This can be written as $x dy - y dx = y dy$.
Dividing both sides by $y^2$: $\frac{x dy - y dx}{y^2} = \frac{y dy}{y^2} = \frac{dy}{y}$.
This is the derivative of the quotient: $d(\frac{x}{y}) = \frac{dy}{y}$.
Integrating both sides: $\frac{x}{y} = \ln|y| + C$.
Since the curve passes through $(1, 1)$,we substitute $x=1, y=1$: $\frac{1}{1} = \ln(1) + C \Rightarrow 1 = 0 + C \Rightarrow C = 1$.
Thus,the equation is $\frac{x}{y} = \ln y + 1 \Rightarrow \frac{x}{y} - 1 = \ln y \Rightarrow \ln y = \frac{x-y}{y}$.
Exponentiating both sides: $y = e^{\frac{x-y}{y}} = e^{\frac{x}{y} - 1} = e^{\frac{x}{y}} \cdot e^{-1}$.
Therefore,$y e = e^{\frac{x}{y}} \Rightarrow y e^{1 - \frac{x}{y}} = \dots$ wait,let's re-evaluate: $y = e^{\frac{x}{y}} \cdot e^{-1} \Rightarrow y e = e^{\frac{x}{y}} \Rightarrow y e^{-\frac{x}{y}} = e^{-1}$.
Actually,from $\frac{x}{y} = \ln y + 1$,we have $\ln y = \frac{x}{y} - 1$,so $y = e^{\frac{x}{y} - 1} = \frac{e^{x/y}}{e}$.
Thus,$y e = e^{x/y}$,which is $y e^{-\frac{x}{y}} = e^{-1}$ or $y e^{1 - x/y} = 1$.
Checking the options,$y e^{x/y} = e$ is the standard form derived from $y = e^{x/y - 1} \cdot e = e^{x/y}$.
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AdvancedMCQ
The solution of $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{ax + b}{cy + d}$ represents a parabola if
A
$a = 0, c = 0$
B
$a = 1, c = 2$
C
$a = 0, c \neq 0$ or $c = 0, a \neq 0$
D
$a = 1, c = 1$

Solution

(C) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{ax + b}{cy + d}$.
By separating the variables,we get: $(cy + d) dy = (ax + b) dx$.
Integrating both sides: $\int (cy + d) dy = \int (ax + b) dx$.
This yields: $\frac{c y^2}{2} + dy = \frac{a x^2}{2} + bx + K$,where $K$ is the constant of integration.
Rearranging the terms: $c y^2 - a x^2 + 2dy - 2bx - 2K = 0$.
For this equation to represent a parabola,one of the squared terms ($y^2$ or $x^2$) must be present,but not both with the same sign and magnitude (which would represent a circle or ellipse).
Specifically,if $c = 0$ and $a \neq 0$,the equation becomes $-a x^2 + 2dy - 2bx - 2K = 0$,which is a parabola opening along the $x$-axis.
If $a = 0$ and $c \neq 0$,the equation becomes $c y^2 + 2dy - 2bx - 2K = 0$,which is a parabola opening along the $y$-axis.
Thus,the condition is $a = 0, c \neq 0$ or $c = 0, a \neq 0$.
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AdvancedMCQ
If the solution of the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1+x}{2y}$ is a conic passing through the point $(1, 1)$,then its eccentricity is:
A
$0$
B
$\sqrt{\frac{3}{2}}$
C
$1$
D
$\sqrt{\frac{5}{3}}$

Solution

(B) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1+x}{2y}$.
Separating the variables,we get: $2y \, dy = (1+x) \, dx$.
Integrating both sides: $\int 2y \, dy = \int (1+x) \, dx$.
$y^2 = x + \frac{x^2}{2} + C$.
Since the conic passes through $(1, 1)$,substitute $x=1$ and $y=1$: $1^2 = 1 + \frac{1^2}{2} + C \Rightarrow 1 = 1.5 + C \Rightarrow C = -0.5$.
So,$y^2 = x + \frac{x^2}{2} - 0.5$.
Rearranging: $\frac{x^2}{2} + x - y^2 = 0.5$.
Multiply by $2$: $x^2 + 2x - 2y^2 = 1$.
Complete the square for $x$: $(x^2 + 2x + 1) - 2y^2 = 1 + 1$.
$(x+1)^2 - 2y^2 = 2$.
Divide by $2$: $\frac{(x+1)^2}{2} - \frac{y^2}{1} = 1$.
This is a hyperbola of the form $\frac{X^2}{a^2} - \frac{Y^2}{b^2} = 1$ where $a^2 = 2$ and $b^2 = 1$.
The eccentricity $e$ is given by $e = \sqrt{1 + \frac{b^2}{a^2}} = \sqrt{1 + \frac{1}{2}} = \sqrt{\frac{3}{2}}$.
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AdvancedMCQ
The curve passing through $(3, 0)$ and satisfying the differential equation $(9 - x^2)(\frac{dy}{dx})^2 = 9 - y^2$ represents:
A
Straight line
B
Circle
C
Parabola
D
Ellipse

Solution

(B) Given differential equation: $(9 - x^2)(\frac{dy}{dx})^2 = 9 - y^2$
$\Rightarrow (\frac{dy}{dx})^2 = \frac{9 - y^2}{9 - x^2}$
$\Rightarrow \frac{dy}{dx} = \pm \frac{\sqrt{9 - y^2}}{\sqrt{9 - x^2}}$
Separating the variables:
$\frac{dy}{\sqrt{9 - y^2}} = \pm \frac{dx}{\sqrt{9 - x^2}}$
Integrating both sides:
$\int \frac{dy}{\sqrt{3^2 - y^2}} = \pm \int \frac{dx}{\sqrt{3^2 - x^2}}$
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{y}{3}) = \pm \sin^{-1}(\frac{x}{3}) + C$
Since the curve passes through $(3, 0)$:
$\sin^{-1}(0) = \pm \sin^{-1}(\frac{3}{3}) + C$
$0 = \pm \frac{\pi}{2} + C \Rightarrow C = \mp \frac{\pi}{2}$
Substituting $C$ back:
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{y}{3}) = \pm \sin^{-1}(\frac{x}{3}) \mp \frac{\pi}{2}$
Taking $\sin$ on both sides:
$\frac{y}{3} = \sin(\pm \sin^{-1}(\frac{x}{3}) \mp \frac{\pi}{2}) = \mp \cos(\sin^{-1}(\frac{x}{3})) = \mp \sqrt{1 - \frac{x^2}{9}}$
Squaring both sides:
$\frac{y^2}{9} = 1 - \frac{x^2}{9} \Rightarrow x^2 + y^2 = 9$
This is the equation of a circle with radius $3$ centered at the origin.
31
AdvancedMCQ
If a curve passes through the origin,such that the length of the subnormal is equal to one more than the square of the ordinate,then:
A
$f(x) = \sqrt{e^{2x} - 1}$
B
$f(x) = e^{2x} - 1$
C
$f(x) = \sqrt{e^x - 1}$
D
$f(x) = e^x - 1$

Solution

(A) The length of the subnormal is given by $y \frac{dy}{dx}$.
Given that the length of the subnormal is one more than the square of the ordinate $(y^2)$,we have the differential equation:
$y \frac{dy}{dx} = y^2 + 1$
Rearranging the terms,we get:
$\frac{y}{y^2 + 1} dy = dx$
Integrating both sides:
$\int \frac{y}{y^2 + 1} dy = \int dx$
$\frac{1}{2} \ln(y^2 + 1) = x + C$
Since the curve passes through the origin $(0, 0)$,we substitute $x=0$ and $y=0$:
$\frac{1}{2} \ln(0^2 + 1) = 0 + C \implies C = 0$
Thus,$\frac{1}{2} \ln(y^2 + 1) = x$
$\ln(y^2 + 1) = 2x$
$y^2 + 1 = e^{2x}$
$y^2 = e^{2x} - 1$
$y = \sqrt{e^{2x} - 1}$
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
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AdvancedMCQ
The differential equation $2xy \, dy = (x^2 + y^2 + 1) dx$ determines
A
$A$ family of circles with centre on $x$-axis
B
$A$ family of circles with centre on $y$-axis
C
$A$ family of rectangular hyperbola with centre on $x$-axis
D
$A$ family of rectangular hyperbola with centre on $y$-axis

Solution

(C) Given the differential equation: $2xy \, dy = (x^2 + y^2 + 1) dx$
Rearranging the terms: $2xy \, dy - y^2 dx = (x^2 + 1) dx$
Divide both sides by $x^2$: $\frac{2xy \, dy - y^2 dx}{x^2} = \frac{(x^2 + 1) dx}{x^2}$
This can be written as: $d\left(\frac{y^2}{x}\right) = (1 + x^{-2}) dx$
Integrating both sides: $\frac{y^2}{x} = x - \frac{1}{x} + C$
Multiplying by $x$: $y^2 = x^2 - 1 + Cx$
Rearranging to standard form: $x^2 - Cx - y^2 = 1$
Completing the square for $x$: $(x - \frac{C}{2})^2 - y^2 = 1 + \frac{C^2}{4}$
This equation represents a family of rectangular hyperbolas with the center at $(\frac{C}{2}, 0)$,which lies on the $x$-axis.
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DifficultMCQ
$A$ tangent to the curve $y = f(x)$ at $P(x, y)$ meets the $x-$axis at $A$ and the $y-$axis at $B$. If $AP : BP = 1 : 3$ and $f(1) = 1$,then the curve also passes through the point:
A
$\left( \frac{1}{3}, 24 \right)$
B
$\left( \frac{1}{2}, 4 \right)$
C
$\left( 2, \frac{1}{8} \right)$
D
$\left( 3, \frac{1}{28} \right)$

Solution

(C) Let the tangent at $P(x, y)$ be $Y - y = f'(x)(X - x)$.
For $A$ (where $Y=0$),$X = x - \frac{y}{f'(x)}$. So $A = \left( x - \frac{y}{f'(x)}, 0 \right)$.
For $B$ (where $X=0$),$Y = y - x f'(x)$. So $B = (0, y - x f'(x))$.
Given $AP : BP = 1 : 3$,by section formula for $P(x, y)$ dividing $AB$ in ratio $1:3$:
$x = \frac{1 \cdot 0 + 3 \cdot (x - y/f'(x))}{1 + 3} \implies 4x = 3x - \frac{3y}{f'(x)} \implies x = -\frac{3y}{f'(x)}$.
Thus,$\frac{dy}{dx} = -\frac{3y}{x}$.
Separating variables: $\int \frac{dy}{y} = -3 \int \frac{dx}{x} \implies \ln|y| = -3 \ln|x| + C \implies y = \frac{k}{x^3}$.
Given $f(1) = 1$,we get $1 = \frac{k}{1^3} \implies k = 1$. So $y = \frac{1}{x^3}$.
Checking the options,for $x=2$,$y = \frac{1}{2^3} = \frac{1}{8}$.
Thus,the curve passes through $\left( 2, \frac{1}{8} \right)$.
Solution diagram
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DifficultMCQ
If the general solution of the differential equation $y' = \frac{y}{x} + \phi \left( \frac{x}{y} \right)$,for some function $\phi$,is given by $y \ln |cx| = x$,where $c$ is an arbitrary constant,then $\phi(2)$ is equal to:
A
$4$
B
$\frac{1}{4}$
C
$-4$
D
$-\frac{1}{4}$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{y}{x} + \phi \left( \frac{x}{y} \right)$.
Let $v = \frac{y}{x}$,then $y = vx$ and $\frac{dy}{dx} = v + x \frac{dv}{dx}$.
Substituting this into the differential equation,we get $v + x \frac{dv}{dx} = v + \phi \left( \frac{1}{v} \right)$,which simplifies to $x \frac{dv}{dx} = \phi \left( \frac{1}{v} \right)$.
Rearranging the terms,we have $\frac{dv}{\phi(1/v)} = \frac{dx}{x}$.
Integrating both sides,$\int \frac{dv}{\phi(1/v)} = \ln |x| + C_1$.
Given the general solution $y \ln |cx| = x$,we can rewrite this as $\ln |cx| = \frac{x}{y} = \frac{1}{v}$.
Thus,$\ln |x| + \ln |c| = \frac{1}{v}$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $v$,we get $\frac{1}{x} \frac{dx}{dv} = -\frac{1}{v^2}$.
From our earlier equation $x \frac{dv}{dx} = \phi(1/v)$,we have $\frac{dx}{dv} = \frac{x}{\phi(1/v)}$.
Substituting this into the derivative result: $\frac{1}{x} \cdot \frac{x}{\phi(1/v)} = -\frac{1}{v^2}$,which implies $\phi(1/v) = -v^2$.
We want to find $\phi(2)$. Let $\frac{1}{v} = 2$,so $v = \frac{1}{2}$.
Then $\phi(2) = -(\frac{1}{2})^2 = -\frac{1}{4}$.
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DifficultMCQ
Let $f : [0,1] \to R$ be such that $f(xy) = f(x)f(y)$ for all $x, y \in [0,1],$ and $f(0) \ne 0.$ If $y = y(x)$ satisfies the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = f(x)$ with $y(0) = 1,$ then $y\left( \frac{1}{4} \right) + y\left( \frac{3}{4} \right)$ is equal to
A
$4$
B
$3$
C
$5$
D
$2$

Solution

(B) Given the functional equation $f(xy) = f(x)f(y)$ for all $x, y \in [0, 1].$
Setting $y = 0,$ we get $f(0) = f(x)f(0).$
Since $f(0) \ne 0,$ we can divide by $f(0)$ to obtain $f(x) = 1$ for all $x \in [0, 1].$
Now,the differential equation is $\frac{dy}{dx} = f(x) = 1.$
Integrating both sides with respect to $x,$ we get $y = x + c.$
Using the initial condition $y(0) = 1,$ we find $1 = 0 + c,$ so $c = 1.$
Thus,the function is $y(x) = x + 1.$
We need to calculate $y\left( \frac{1}{4} \right) + y\left( \frac{3}{4} \right).$
$y\left( \frac{1}{4} \right) = \frac{1}{4} + 1 = \frac{5}{4}.$
$y\left( \frac{3}{4} \right) = \frac{3}{4} + 1 = \frac{7}{4}.$
Therefore,$y\left( \frac{1}{4} \right) + y\left( \frac{3}{4} \right) = \frac{5}{4} + \frac{7}{4} = \frac{12}{4} = 3.$
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Medium
Verify that the given function $y = \sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}}$,where $x \in (-a, a)$,is a solution of the differential equation $x + y \frac{dy}{dx} = 0$ (where $y \neq 0$).

Solution

(A) Given function: $y = \sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}}$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$,we get:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx}(\sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}})$
Using the chain rule:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{2\sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}}} \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(a^{2} - x^{2})$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{2\sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}}} \cdot (-2x)$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{-x}{\sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}}}$
Now,substitute the value of $\frac{dy}{dx}$ into the given differential equation $x + y \frac{dy}{dx} = 0$:
$L.H.S = x + y \left( \frac{-x}{\sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}}} \right)$
Since $y = \sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}}$,we substitute this into the expression:
$L.H.S = x + \sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}} \cdot \left( \frac{-x}{\sqrt{a^{2} - x^{2}}} \right)$
$L.H.S = x - x = 0$
$L.H.S = R.H.S$
Hence,the given function is a solution of the differential equation.
37
DifficultMCQ
In a bank,the principal increases continuously at the rate of $5 \%$ per year. In how many years will Rs $1000$ double itself?
A
$t = 20 \log_e 2$
B
$t = 10 \log_e 2$
C
$t = 5 \log_e 2$
D
$t = 40 \log_e 2$

Solution

(A) Let $P$ be the principal at any time $t$. According to the given problem,the rate of increase is $\frac{dP}{dt} = \frac{5}{100} P = \frac{P}{20}$.
Separating the variables,we get $\frac{dP}{P} = \frac{dt}{20}$.
Integrating both sides,we get $\int \frac{dP}{P} = \int \frac{dt}{20}$,which gives $\log_e P = \frac{t}{20} + C_1$.
This implies $P = e^{\frac{t}{20} + C_1} = C e^{\frac{t}{20}}$,where $C = e^{C_1}$.
At $t = 0$,$P = 1000$. Substituting these values,$1000 = C e^0$,so $C = 1000$.
Thus,the equation is $P = 1000 e^{\frac{t}{20}}$.
To find the time $t$ when the principal doubles,we set $P = 2000$:
$2000 = 1000 e^{\frac{t}{20}}$
$2 = e^{\frac{t}{20}}$
Taking the natural logarithm on both sides,$\log_e 2 = \frac{t}{20}$.
Therefore,$t = 20 \log_e 2$ years.
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DifficultMCQ
Find the equation of a curve passing through the point $(0,0)$ and whose differential equation is $y^{\prime}=e^{x} \sin x$.
A
$2y = e^{x}(\sin x - \cos x) + 1$
B
$2y = e^{x}(\sin x - \cos x) - 1$
C
$y = e^{x}(\sin x - \cos x) + 1$
D
$2y = e^{x}(\cos x - \sin x) + 1$

Solution

(A) The given differential equation is $y^{\prime} = e^{x} \sin x$.
This can be written as $\frac{dy}{dx} = e^{x} \sin x$.
Integrating both sides with respect to $x$:
$y = \int e^{x} \sin x \, dx + C$ ...........$(1)$
To evaluate $I = \int e^{x} \sin x \, dx$,we use integration by parts:
$I = \sin x \cdot e^{x} - \int \cos x \cdot e^{x} \, dx$
$I = e^{x} \sin x - [\cos x \cdot e^{x} - \int(-\sin x) \cdot e^{x} \, dx]$
$I = e^{x} \sin x - e^{x} \cos x - I$
$2I = e^{x}(\sin x - \cos x)$
$I = \frac{e^{x}(\sin x - \cos x)}{2}$
Substituting this into equation $(1)$:
$y = \frac{e^{x}(\sin x - \cos x)}{2} + C$ ...........$(2)$
Since the curve passes through $(0,0)$,we substitute $x=0$ and $y=0$:
$0 = \frac{e^{0}(\sin 0 - \cos 0)}{2} + C$
$0 = \frac{1(0 - 1)}{2} + C$
$0 = -\frac{1}{2} + C \Rightarrow C = \frac{1}{2}$
Substituting $C = \frac{1}{2}$ into equation $(2)$:
$y = \frac{e^{x}(\sin x - \cos x)}{2} + \frac{1}{2}$
$2y = e^{x}(\sin x - \cos x) + 1$
$2y - 1 = e^{x}(\sin x - \cos x)$.
39
DifficultMCQ
At any point $(x, y)$ of a curve,the slope of the tangent is twice the slope of the line segment joining the point of contact to the point $(-4, -3)$. Find the equation of the curve given that it passes through $(-2, 1)$.
A
$y+3=(x+4)^2$
B
$y+3=2(x+4)^2$
C
$y+3=3(x+4)^2$
D
$y+3=4(x+4)^2$

Solution

(A) Let $(x, y)$ be any point on the curve.
The slope $(m_1)$ of the line segment joining $(x, y)$ and $(-4, -3)$ is given by $m_1 = \frac{y - (-3)}{x - (-4)} = \frac{y+3}{x+4}$.
The slope $(m_2)$ of the tangent to the curve at $(x, y)$ is $\frac{dy}{dx}$.
According to the problem,$m_2 = 2m_1$.
Therefore,$\frac{dy}{dx} = 2 \left( \frac{y+3}{x+4} \right)$.
Separating the variables,we get $\frac{dy}{y+3} = \frac{2 dx}{x+4}$.
Integrating both sides,$\int \frac{dy}{y+3} = 2 \int \frac{dx}{x+4}$.
This gives $\ln|y+3| = 2 \ln|x+4| + C_1$,which can be written as $\ln|y+3| = \ln|x+4|^2 + \ln C$.
Thus,$y+3 = C(x+4)^2$.
Since the curve passes through $(-2, 1)$,we substitute $x = -2$ and $y = 1$:
$1+3 = C(-2+4)^2 \Rightarrow 4 = C(2)^2 \Rightarrow 4 = 4C \Rightarrow C = 1$.
Substituting $C=1$ into the general equation,we get $y+3 = (x+4)^2$.
40
DifficultMCQ
The volume of a spherical balloon being inflated changes at a constant rate. If initially its radius is $3$ units and after $3$ seconds it is $6$ units,find the radius of the balloon after $t$ seconds.
A
$(63t + 27)^{\frac{1}{3}}$
B
$(27t + 63)^{\frac{1}{3}}$
C
$(63t + 27)^{\frac{1}{2}}$
D
$(27t + 63)^{\frac{1}{2}}$

Solution

(A) Let the volume of the spherical balloon be $V = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$.
Given that the rate of change of volume is constant,let $\frac{dV}{dt} = k$,where $k$ is a constant.
Integrating with respect to $t$,we get $V = kt + C$.
Substituting $V = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$,we have $\frac{4}{3} \pi r^3 = kt + C$.
At $t = 0$,$r = 3$,so $\frac{4}{3} \pi (3)^3 = k(0) + C \Rightarrow C = 36 \pi$.
At $t = 3$,$r = 6$,so $\frac{4}{3} \pi (6)^3 = k(3) + 36 \pi$.
$288 \pi = 3k + 36 \pi \Rightarrow 3k = 252 \pi \Rightarrow k = 84 \pi$.
Substituting $k$ and $C$ back into the equation: $\frac{4}{3} \pi r^3 = 84 \pi t + 36 \pi$.
Dividing by $\frac{4}{3} \pi$,we get $r^3 = 63t + 27$.
Therefore,$r = (63t + 27)^{\frac{1}{3}}$.
41
DifficultMCQ
In a bank,the principal increases continuously at the rate of $r \%$ per year. Find the value of $r$ if $Rs \, 100$ doubles itself in $10$ years $\left(\log _{e} 2=0.6931\right)$. (in $\%$)
A
$6.93$
B
$7.93$
C
$5.93$
D
$8.93$

Solution

(A) Let $P$ be the principal at time $t$. It is given that the principal increases continuously at the rate of $r \%$ per year.
$\frac{dP}{dt} = \left(\frac{r}{100}\right) P$
Separating the variables,we get:
$\frac{dP}{P} = \frac{r}{100} dt$
Integrating both sides:
$\int \frac{dP}{P} = \int \frac{r}{100} dt$
$\log_{e} P = \frac{rt}{100} + C$
At $t = 0$,$P = 100$. Substituting these values:
$\log_{e} 100 = \frac{r(0)}{100} + C \Rightarrow C = \log_{e} 100$
So,$\log_{e} P = \frac{rt}{100} + \log_{e} 100$
$\log_{e} P - \log_{e} 100 = \frac{rt}{100}$
$\log_{e} \left(\frac{P}{100}\right) = \frac{rt}{100}$
Given that the principal doubles in $10$ years,so at $t = 10$,$P = 200$:
$\log_{e} \left(\frac{200}{100}\right) = \frac{r(10)}{100}$
$\log_{e} 2 = \frac{r}{10}$
Given $\log_{e} 2 = 0.6931$:
$0.6931 = \frac{r}{10}$
$r = 6.931 \%$
Thus,the value of $r$ is $6.931 \%$.
42
DifficultMCQ
In a bank,the principal increases continuously at the rate of $5 \%$ per year. An amount of $Rs. 1000$ is deposited in this bank. How much will it be worth after $10$ years? (Given: $e^{0.5} = 1.648$)
A
$Rs. 1648$
B
$Rs. 1500$
C
$Rs. 1750$
D
$Rs. 2000$

Solution

(A) Let $P$ be the principal at time $t$.
Given that the principal increases continuously at the rate of $5 \%$ per year,we have the differential equation:
$\frac{dP}{dt} = \frac{5}{100} P = 0.05 P$
Separating the variables,we get:
$\frac{dP}{P} = 0.05 dt$
Integrating both sides:
$\int \frac{dP}{P} = \int 0.05 dt$
$\ln P = 0.05 t + C$
$P = e^{0.05 t + C} = e^C \cdot e^{0.05 t}$
Let $P_0 = e^C$ be the initial principal at $t = 0$. Given $P_0 = 1000$,so $P = 1000 e^{0.05 t}$.
For $t = 10$ years:
$P = 1000 e^{0.05 \times 10} = 1000 e^{0.5}$
Using the given value $e^{0.5} = 1.648$:
$P = 1000 \times 1.648 = 1648$
Thus,the amount after $10$ years will be $Rs. 1648$.
43
DifficultMCQ
In a culture,the bacteria count is $1,00,000$. The number increases by $10 \%$ in $2$ hours. In how many hours will the count reach $2,00,000$,if the rate of growth of bacteria is proportional to the number present?
A
$\frac{2 \log 2}{\log (1.1)}$
B
$\frac{\log 2}{2 \log (1.1)}$
C
$\frac{\log (1.1)}{2 \log 2}$
D
$\frac{2 \log (1.1)}{\log 2}$

Solution

(A) Let $y$ be the number of bacteria at any time $t$.
Given that the rate of growth is proportional to the number present,we have $\frac{dy}{dt} = ky$,where $k$ is a constant.
Separating variables and integrating,we get $\int \frac{dy}{y} = \int k dt$,which gives $\log y = kt + C$.
At $t = 0$,let $y = y_0 = 1,00,000$. Thus,$C = \log y_0$.
So,$\log y = kt + \log y_0$,or $\log \left(\frac{y}{y_0}\right) = kt$.
Given that the number increases by $10 \%$ in $2$ hours,at $t = 2$,$y = y_0 + 0.1 y_0 = 1.1 y_0$.
Substituting this into the equation: $\log(1.1) = k(2) \Rightarrow k = \frac{1}{2} \log(1.1)$.
We want to find $t$ when $y = 2,00,000 = 2 y_0$.
Substituting $y = 2 y_0$ and $k = \frac{1}{2} \log(1.1)$ into $\log \left(\frac{y}{y_0}\right) = kt$:
$\log(2) = \left(\frac{1}{2} \log(1.1)\right) t$.
Solving for $t$,we get $t = \frac{2 \log 2}{\log(1.1)}$ hours.
44
Difficult
Verify that the function $y=c_{1} e^{a x} \cos b x+c_{2} e^{a x} \sin b x,$ where $c_{1}, c_{2}$ are arbitrary constants,is a solution of the differential equation $\frac{d^{2} y}{d x^{2}}-2 a \frac{d y}{d x}+\left(a^{2}+b^{2}\right) y=0$.

Solution

The given function is $y=e^{a x}\left[c_{1} \cos b x+c_{2} \sin b x\right]$ .........$(1)$
Differentiating both sides of equation $(1)$ with respect to $x,$ we get
$\frac{d y}{d x}=e^{a x}\left[-b c_{1} \sin b x+b c_{2} \cos b x\right]+\left[c_{1} \cos b x+c_{2} \sin b x\right] e^{a x} \cdot a$
$\frac{d y}{d x}=e^{a x}\left[\left(b c_{2}+a c_{1}\right) \cos b x+\left(a c_{2}-b c_{1}\right) \sin b x\right]$ .........$(2)$
Differentiating both sides of equation $(2)$ with respect to $x,$ we get
$\frac{d^{2} y}{d x^{2}}=e^{a x}\left[\left(b c_{2}+a c_{1}\right)(-b \sin b x)+\left(a c_{2}-b c_{1}\right)(b \cos b x)\right]+\left[\left(b c_{2}+a c_{1}\right) \cos b x+\left(a c_{2}-b c_{1}\right) \sin b x\right] e^{a x} \cdot a$
$=e^{a x}\left[\left(a^{2} c_{2}-2 a b c_{1}-b^{2} c_{2}\right) \sin b x+\left(a^{2} c_{1}+2 a b c_{2}-b^{2} c_{1}\right) \cos b x\right]$
Substituting the values of $\frac{d^{2} y}{d x^{2}}, \frac{d y}{d x}$ and $y$ in the given differential equation,we get
$L.H.S. = e^{a x}\left[\left(a^{2} c_{2}-2 a b c_{1}-b^{2} c_{2}\right) \sin b x+\left(a^{2} c_{1}+2 a b c_{2}-b^{2} c_{1}\right) \cos b x\right] - 2 a e^{a x}\left[\left(b c_{2}+a c_{1}\right) \cos b x+\left(a c_{2}-b c_{1}\right) \sin b x\right] + \left(a^{2}+b^{2}\right) e^{a x}\left[c_{1} \cos b x+c_{2} \sin b x\right]$
$=e^{a x}\left[\left(a^{2} c_{2}-2 a b c_{1}-b^{2} c_{2}-2 a^{2} c_{2}+2 a b c_{1}+a^{2} c_{2}+b^{2} c_{2}\right) \sin b x + \left(a^{2} c_{1}+2 a b c_{2}-b^{2} c_{1}-2 a b c_{2}-2 a^{2} c_{1}+a^{2} c_{1}+b^{2} c_{1}\right) \cos b x\right]$
$=e^{a x}[0 \cdot \sin b x + 0 \cdot \cos b x] = 0 = R.H.S.$
Hence,the given function is a solution of the given differential equation.
45
Medium
Verify that the given function $y=x \sin 3x$ is a solution of the differential equation $\frac{d^{2}y}{dx^{2}}+9y-6 \cos 3x=0$.

Solution

(A) Given function: $y = x \sin 3x$
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the product rule:
$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx}(x) \cdot \sin 3x + x \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(\sin 3x)$
$\frac{dy}{dx} = 1 \cdot \sin 3x + x \cdot (\cos 3x \cdot 3) = \sin 3x + 3x \cos 3x$
Differentiating again with respect to $x$:
$\frac{d^{2}y}{dx^{2}} = \frac{d}{dx}(\sin 3x) + 3 \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(x \cos 3x)$
$\frac{d^{2}y}{dx^{2}} = 3 \cos 3x + 3 [1 \cdot \cos 3x + x \cdot (-\sin 3x \cdot 3)]$
$\frac{d^{2}y}{dx^{2}} = 3 \cos 3x + 3 \cos 3x - 9x \sin 3x = 6 \cos 3x - 9x \sin 3x$
Now,substitute $\frac{d^{2}y}{dx^{2}}$ and $y$ into the $L.H.S.$ of the differential equation:
$L.H.S. = \frac{d^{2}y}{dx^{2}} + 9y - 6 \cos 3x$
$= (6 \cos 3x - 9x \sin 3x) + 9(x \sin 3x) - 6 \cos 3x$
$= 6 \cos 3x - 6 \cos 3x - 9x \sin 3x + 9x \sin 3x$
$= 0 = R.H.S.$
Since $L.H.S. = R.H.S.$,the given function is a solution of the differential equation.
46
DifficultMCQ
The population of a village increases continuously at a rate proportional to the number of its inhabitants present at any time. If the population of the village was $20,000$ in $1999$ and $25,000$ in the year $2004,$ what will be the population of the village in $2009?$
A
$31,250$
B
$32,500$
C
$33,000$
D
$35,000$

Solution

(A) Let the population at any time $t$ be $y$.
It is given that the rate of increase of population is proportional to the number of inhabitants at any time $t$.
$\frac{dy}{dt} = ky$ (where $k$ is a constant)
$\frac{dy}{y} = k dt$
Integrating both sides,we get:
$\ln y = kt + C$ ............$(1)$
In the year $1999$,let $t = 0$ and $y = 20,000$.
$\ln(20,000) = k(0) + C \Rightarrow C = \ln(20,000)$.
In the year $2004$,$t = 5$ and $y = 25,000$.
$\ln(25,000) = 5k + \ln(20,000)$
$5k = \ln\left(\frac{25,000}{20,000}\right) = \ln\left(\frac{5}{4}\right)$
$k = \frac{1}{5} \ln\left(\frac{5}{4}\right)$.
In the year $2009$,$t = 10$.
Substituting $t = 10, k = \frac{1}{5} \ln\left(\frac{5}{4}\right)$,and $C = \ln(20,000)$ in equation $(1)$:
$\ln y = 10 \times \frac{1}{5} \ln\left(\frac{5}{4}\right) + \ln(20,000)$
$\ln y = 2 \ln\left(\frac{5}{4}\right) + \ln(20,000)$
$\ln y = \ln\left(\left(\frac{5}{4}\right)^2 \times 20,000\right)$
$y = 20,000 \times \frac{25}{16} = 1,250 \times 25 = 31,250$.
Thus,the population in $2009$ will be $31,250$.
47
DifficultMCQ
Let the curve $y = y(x)$ be the solution of the differential equation,$\frac{dy}{dx} = 2(x + 1)$. If the numerical value of the area bounded by the curve $y = y(x)$ and the $x-$axis is $\frac{4\sqrt{8}}{3}$,then the value of $y(1)$ is equal to
A
$2$
B
$3$
C
$5$
D
$6$

Solution

(A) Given the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} = 2(x + 1)$.
Integrating both sides with respect to $x$,we get:
$y(x) = \int 2(x + 1) dx = (x + 1)^2 + C = x^2 + 2x + 1 + C$.
Let $K = 1 + C$,so $y(x) = (x + 1)^2 + C$.
The curve is a parabola opening upwards with vertex at $(-1, C)$. For the curve to bound an area with the $x-$axis,it must lie below the $x-$axis,so $C < 0$. Let $C = -k^2$ where $k > 0$.
The roots of $y(x) = 0$ are $(x + 1)^2 = -C$,so $x = -1 \pm \sqrt{-C}$.
The area bounded by the curve and the $x-$axis is given by:
$A = \int_{-1-\sqrt{-C}}^{-1+\sqrt{-C}} (0 - ((x + 1)^2 + C)) dx = -\int_{-1-\sqrt{-C}}^{-1+\sqrt{-C}} ((x + 1)^2 + C) dx$.
Let $u = x + 1$,then $du = dx$. The limits change to $-\sqrt{-C}$ to $\sqrt{-C}$.
$A = -\int_{-\sqrt{-C}}^{\sqrt{-C}} (u^2 + C) du = -[\frac{u^3}{3} + Cu]_{-\sqrt{-C}}^{\sqrt{-C}} = -[(\frac{(-C)^{3/2}}{3} + C\sqrt{-C}) - (\frac{-(-C)^{3/2}}{3} - C\sqrt{-C})]$.
$A = -[\frac{2}{3}(-C)^{3/2} + 2C\sqrt{-C}] = -[\frac{2}{3}(-C)\sqrt{-C} - 2(-C)\sqrt{-C}] = -[-\frac{4}{3}(-C)^{3/2}] = \frac{4}{3}(-C)^{3/2}$.
Given $A = \frac{4\sqrt{8}}{3} = \frac{4(2\sqrt{2})}{3} = \frac{8\sqrt{2}}{3}$.
So,$\frac{4}{3}(-C)^{3/2} = \frac{8\sqrt{2}}{3} \Rightarrow (-C)^{3/2} = 2\sqrt{2} = (\sqrt{2})^3$.
Thus,$-C = 2$,which means $C = -2$.
The function is $y(x) = (x + 1)^2 - 2 = x^2 + 2x - 1$.
Therefore,$y(1) = (1)^2 + 2(1) - 1 = 1 + 2 - 1 = 2$.
Solution diagram
48
MediumMCQ
Let $y = y(x)$ be the solution of the differential equation $x dy - y dx = \sqrt{x^2 - y^2} dx$,$x \geq 1$,with $y(1) = 0$. If the area bounded by the lines $x = 1$,$x = e^{\pi}$,$y = 0$ and the curve $y = y(x)$ is $\alpha e^{2\pi} + \beta$,then the value of $10(\alpha + \beta)$ is equal to ....... .
A
$6$
B
$2$
C
$4$
D
$0$

Solution

(C) Given the differential equation: $x dy - y dx = \sqrt{x^2 - y^2} dx$.
Dividing by $x^2$ (for $x \geq 1$): $\frac{x dy - y dx}{x^2} = \frac{1}{x} \sqrt{1 - (\frac{y}{x})^2} dx$.
This simplifies to: $d(\frac{y}{x}) = \frac{1}{x} \sqrt{1 - (\frac{y}{x})^2} dx$.
Integrating both sides: $\int \frac{d(\frac{y}{x})}{\sqrt{1 - (\frac{y}{x})^2}} = \int \frac{dx}{x}$.
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{y}{x}) = \ln|x| + C$.
Using the initial condition $y(1) = 0$: $\sin^{-1}(0) = \ln(1) + C \Rightarrow C = 0$.
Thus,$y = x \sin(\ln x)$.
The area $A$ is given by: $A = \int_{1}^{e^{\pi}} x \sin(\ln x) dx$.
Let $x = e^t$,then $dx = e^t dt$. When $x=1, t=0$; when $x=e^{\pi}, t=\pi$.
$A = \int_{0}^{\pi} e^t \sin(t) e^t dt = \int_{0}^{\pi} e^{2t} \sin(t) dt$.
Using the formula $\int e^{at} \sin(bt) dt = \frac{e^{at}}{a^2 + b^2} (a \sin(bt) - b \cos(bt)) + C$:
$A = [\frac{e^{2t}}{5} (2 \sin t - \cos t)]_{0}^{\pi} = \frac{e^{2\pi}}{5} (2(0) - (-1)) - \frac{1}{5} (2(0) - 1) = \frac{e^{2\pi}}{5} + \frac{1}{5}$.
Comparing with $\alpha e^{2\pi} + \beta$,we get $\alpha = \frac{1}{5}$ and $\beta = \frac{1}{5}$.
Therefore,$10(\alpha + \beta) = 10(\frac{1}{5} + \frac{1}{5}) = 10(\frac{2}{5}) = 4$.
49
DifficultMCQ
The population $P = P(t)$ at time $t$ of a certain species follows the differential equation $\frac{dP}{dt} = 0.5P - 450$. If $P(0) = 850$,then the time at which the population becomes zero is:
A
$\log_{e} 18$
B
$\log_{e} 9$
C
$\frac{1}{2} \log_{e} 18$
D
$2 \log_{e} 18$

Solution

(D) Given the differential equation: $\frac{dP}{dt} = 0.5P - 450 = 0.5(P - 900)$.
Separating the variables,we get: $\frac{dP}{P - 900} = 0.5 dt$.
Integrating both sides: $\int \frac{dP}{P - 900} = \int 0.5 dt$.
This gives: $\ln|P - 900| = 0.5t + C$.
Using the initial condition $P(0) = 850$: $\ln|850 - 900| = 0.5(0) + C \Rightarrow C = \ln(50)$.
So,the equation becomes: $\ln|P(t) - 900| = 0.5t + \ln(50)$.
We want to find $t$ when $P(t) = 0$: $\ln|0 - 900| = 0.5t + \ln(50)$.
$\ln(900) - \ln(50) = 0.5t$.
$\ln\left(\frac{900}{50}\right) = 0.5t$.
$\ln(18) = 0.5t$.
$t = 2 \ln(18)$.

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