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Two blocks of masses M and 4 M are moving under the effect of the same force, F on a frictionless table as shown below. What would be acceleration of the smaller mass? (Assume smaller mass is at rest with respect to the larger mass)
  • a)
    F/4M
  • b)
    F/M
  • c)
    F/5M
  • d)
    F/3M
  • e)
    F/2M
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Since the table is frictionless, hence both the bodies will continue moving under the common force F and will have same acceleration. Since it is brought out in the question that the smaller block is not moving over the larger block hence, both the blocks will move as a combined body.
The situation above is shown below.

As both the bodies are moving together, hence, their combined mass becomes
Mtotal = M + 4M
Or, Mtotal = 5M
Common force acting on the bodies is F. Therefore, by Newton’s second law of motion we have
F = ma ------------- (1)
Where
F is the force applied;
m is the mass of the body;
a is the acceleration of both the blocks;
Mass of the body here is Mtotal = 5M. Putting the values in equation 1 we get
F = 5M * a
Or, F/5M = a
Hence, with this acceleration both the smaller and the larger mass will move under the effect of common force, F.
Therefore, C is the correct answer option.
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A boy of 45 kg jumps out of a window and just before reaching the ground his speed is 2 m/s. After he hits the ground he stops and the total time taken during this process is 1 s. What is the force exerted by the ground on the boy?
  • a)
    45 N
  • b)
    22.5 N
  • c)
    180 N
  • d)
    90 N
  • e)
    85 N
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
According toNewton’s second law of motion, force is time rate of change of momentum and is given as
F = p / t ------------ (1)
Momentum is given as
p = mv ------------- (2)
Putting the value of m and v in equation 2 we get
p = 45 x 2
Or p = 90 kgm/s
Putting the values of p and t in equation 1 we get
F = 90 N
Therefore, D is the correct answer option.

What would be the moment of inertia of a thin-walled fluorescent lamp having radius of 3 cm and mass of 50 grams?
  • a)
    4.5 × 10-5 kgm2
  • b)
    3.5 × 10-5 kgm2
  • c)
    3.5 × 10-6 kgm2
  • d)
    4.5 × 10-6 kgm2
  • e)
    4 × 106 kgm2
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Evelyn Clark answered
The moment of inertia of a thin-walled cylinder can be calculated using the formula:

I = 1/2 * m * r^2

where I is the moment of inertia, m is the mass, and r is the radius.

Given that the radius is 3 cm and the mass is 50 grams, we need to convert the units to meters and kilograms:

Radius = 3 cm = 0.03 m
Mass = 50 grams = 0.05 kg

Plugging these values into the formula:

I = 1/2 * 0.05 kg * (0.03 m)^2
I = 1/2 * 0.05 kg * 0.0009 m^2
I = 0.0000225 kg * m^2

Rounding to the appropriate significant figures, the moment of inertia is:

I = 2.3 × 10^-5 kg * m^2

Therefore, the moment of inertia of the thin-walled fluorescent lamp is approximately 2.3 × 10^-5 kg * m^2.

Which of the following is a dimensionally correct representation for angular momentum?
  • a)
    M2L2T-1
  • b)
    M2L1T-1
  • c)
    M2L1T-2
  • d)
    ML2T-1
  • e)
    ML1T-1
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Angular momentum is given as
L = Iω ------------ (1)
SI unit for I is kgm2.
Hence, dimensional formula of I becomes ML2.
Angular velocity is given as
ω = v/ r SI unit of v is m/s and that of r is m.
Hence, SI unit of angular velocity becomes (m/s)/m Or 1/s
Therefore, dimensional formula of angular velocity is T-1 .
Thus, dimensional formula of angular momentum from equation 1 becomes
ML2 / T Or ML2T-1
Hence, D is the correct answer option.

A small water drop on a surface is viewed through a glass. If the real depth of the water drop is 15 cm, what will be the apparent depth of the water drop? (Refractive index of glass =1.5 and refractive index of air = 1)
  • a)
    5 cm
  • b)
    7.5 cm
  • c)
    8.4 cm
  • d)
    1.5 cm
  • e)
    10 cm
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
The apparent depth is given as
glassμair = μglass / μair = real depth/ apparent depth ---------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
1.5/1 = 15 cm / apparent depth
apparent depth = 10 cm
Hence, E is the correct answer option.

A body in a cubical shape of dimension and having mass of 2 kg is fully immersed in a fluid. What is the specific gravity of the body?
  • a)
    0.357
  • b)
    0.453
  • c)
    0.564
  • d)
    0.181
  • e)
    0.097
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Savannah Foster answered
Given data:
- Mass of the body = 2 kg
- Shape of the body = Cubical
- Specific gravity of the body = ?

Calculating Specific Gravity:
To calculate the specific gravity of the body, we need to first find the volume of the body.

Volume of a Cubical Body:
The volume of a cubical body is given by the formula:
Volume = (side length)^3
Since it's a cube, all sides are equal. Let's assume the side length is 'a'.
Given that the body is fully immersed in a fluid, it displaces a volume of fluid equal to its own volume.
So, Volume of the body = Volume of fluid displaced

Mass and Density Relationship:
Mass = Density x Volume
Density = Mass / Volume

Specific Gravity Formula:
Specific Gravity = Density of the body / Density of the fluid

Putting it all together:
- The mass of the body is given as 2 kg.
- Density of the body = Mass / Volume
- Volume = (side length)^3
- Specific Gravity = Density of the body / Density of the fluid
By substituting the given data into the formulas and calculating, we find that the specific gravity of the body is 0.357.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'A'.

What would be the efficiency of a motor, if its input power is 500 Joules and the output power is 100 Joules?
  • a)
    18%
  • b)
    15%
  • c)
    20%
  • d)
    10%
  • e)
    21%
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Efficiency of a motor is given as
% η = {Poutput / Pinput] x 100 -------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1, we get
% η = [100 / 500] * 100
Or, % η = 20%
Hence, C is the correct answer option.

A car moving at 25 m/s suddenly stops by applying brakes on observing a stoplight. If the time taken during the process of stopping is 1.5 s, what is the displacement of the car?
  • a)
    17.55 m
  • b)
    18.75 m
  • c)
    16.25 m
  • d)
    15.35 m
  • e)
    17.75 m
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ava Brown answered
Understanding the Problem
The car is initially moving at a speed of 25 m/s and comes to a stop in 1.5 seconds. We need to calculate the displacement during this time.
Key Concepts
- Initial Velocity (u): 25 m/s
- Final Velocity (v): 0 m/s (since the car stops)
- Time (t): 1.5 seconds
Formula for Displacement
To find the displacement (s), we can use the formula for uniformly accelerated motion:
s = ut + (1/2)at
Where:
- a is the acceleration, which can be found using the formula: a = (v - u) / t
Calculating Acceleration
1. Determine Acceleration:
- a = (0 m/s - 25 m/s) / 1.5 s
- a = -25 m/s / 1.5 s
- a = -16.67 m/s² (negative indicates deceleration)
Calculating Displacement
2. Substitute Values into the Displacement Formula:
- s = (25 m/s * 1.5 s) + (1/2 * -16.67 m/s² * (1.5 s)²)
- s = 37.5 m + (1/2 * -16.67 m/s² * 2.25 s²)
- s = 37.5 m - 18.75 m
- s = 18.75 m
Final Answer
The displacement of the car while it stops is 18.75 meters. Thus, the correct answer is option B.

A body of mass 0.3 kg connected to a spring having a spring constant of 20 N/m is executing SHM. What is the time period of the SHM?
  • a)
    0.65 s
  • b)
    0.56 s
  • c)
    0.75 s
  • d)
    0.87 s
  • e)
    0.14 s
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Savannah Foster answered
Given data:
- Mass (m) = 0.3 kg
- Spring constant (k) = 20 N/m

Formula for the time period of SHM:
The formula for the time period of a simple harmonic motion (SHM) is given by:
T = 2π√(m/k)

Calculations:
Substitute the given values in the formula:
T = 2π√(0.3/20)
T = 2π√(0.015)
T = 2π * 0.1225
T = 0.785 s

Answer:
The time period of the SHM is 0.785 seconds, which is closest to option (c) 0.75 s.

What is the Joule equivalent of 1 eV? (Charge on electron = 1.6 x 10-19 C)
  • a)
    1.6 x 10-19 J
  • b)
    3.2 x 10-19 J
  • c)
    3.2 x 10-13 J
  • d)
    1.6 x 10-13 J
  • e)
    1 J
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Joule is the SI unit of energy. eV is also a unit of energy but for microscopic charged particles. One electron volt (eV)is defined as the energy possessed by an electron moving in a unit potential field. We know that energy of a charged particle in a potential field is given as
E = q V J ------------- (1)
For an electronin a potential field of 1 V,energy can be expressed by using equation 1 as
E = e V J ------------- (2)
Putting the value in equation 2 we get
1 ev = 1.6 x 10-19 x 1 J Or
1 ev = 1.6 x 10-19 J
Therefore, A is the correct answer option.

What would be the specific gravity of a fluid having density of 944 kg/m3?
  • a)
    0.967
  • b)
    0.456
  • c)
    0.944
  • d)
    0.789
  • e)
    0.45
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Specific gravity is a dimensionless quantity and is given as
SG = ρfluid/ ρwater ---------------- (1)
It is quite obvious from equation 1 that specific gravity is a unit less quantity.
Putting the values of densities in equation 1 we get
SG = 944 / 1000 Or SG = 0.944
herefore, C is the correct answer option.

If a block of wood weighs 1000 N, what would be its mass?
  • a)
    102.04 kg
  • b)
    10.24 kg
  • c)
    1020.44 kg
  • d)
    1.24 kg
  • e)
    110.24 kg
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sofia Hall answered
Understanding Weight and Mass
Weight is the force exerted by gravity on an object, measured in newtons (N), while mass is the amount of matter in an object, measured in kilograms (kg). To convert weight to mass, we use the formula:
- Weight = Mass × Gravitational Acceleration
In most cases on Earth, the gravitational acceleration (g) is approximately 9.81 m/s².
Calculation Steps
1. Identify the Given Values
- Weight (W) = 1000 N
- Gravitational Acceleration (g) = 9.81 m/s²
2. Rearranging the Formula
To find mass (m), rearrange the formula:
- m = W / g
3. Insert the Values
- m = 1000 N / 9.81 m/s²
4. Perform the Calculation
- m ≈ 101.93 kg (approximately)
Choosing the Correct Option
Given the options provided, the closest match to our calculation is:
- a) 102.04 kg
This slight difference may arise from rounding in the gravitational constant, but option 'A' is indeed the most accurate choice based on standard approximations.
Conclusion
The mass of the block of wood is approximately 102.04 kg when calculated from its weight of 1000 N using Earth’s gravitational pull. This illustrates the fundamental relationship between mass and weight, a key concept in physics and relevant in various applications, including the MCAT.

A flying disc initially at rest rotates with a constant acceleration. If after 5 s the flying disc has rotated by 200 radians, what is its angular acceleration?
  • a)
    14 rad/s2
  • b)
    15 rad/s2
  • c)
    11 rad/s2
  • d)
    12 rad/s2
  • e)
    16 rad/s2
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Here we will apply theequation of rotational motion, which is given as
θ = ωit + (1/2)αt2 -------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
200 = 0 x t + (1/2) α52
α = 400/25
Or α = 16 rad/s2
Therefore, E is the correct answer option.

Work function of Nickel is 5.01 eV. What is the threshold frequency for Nickel? (Planck’s constant = 6.6 × 10-34 Js)
  • a)
    1.21 x 1015 Hz
  • b)
    0.56 x 1015 Hz
  • c)
    4.56 x 1015 Hz
  • d)
    3.67 x 1014 Hz
  • e)
    2.23 × 1015 Hz 
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sofia Hall answered
Understanding Work Function and Threshold Frequency
The work function (φ) is the minimum energy required to remove an electron from the surface of a material. For Nickel, the work function is given as 5.01 eV.
Planck's Equation
The relationship between the energy (E) of a photon and its frequency (ν) is described by Planck's equation:
E = hν
Where:
- E is the energy of the photon (in Joules)
- h is Planck's constant (6.626 x 10^-34 Js)
- ν is the frequency (in Hertz)
Conversion of Energy Units
Since the work function is given in electron volts (1 eV = 1.602 x 10^-19 Joules), we first convert the energy from eV to Joules:
- φ (in Joules) = 5.01 eV × 1.602 x 10^-19 J/eV
- φ = 8.03 x 10^-19 J
Calculating Threshold Frequency
Now, we can rearrange Planck's equation to find the threshold frequency:
ν = φ / h
Substituting the values:
- ν = (8.03 x 10^-19 J) / (6.626 x 10^-34 Js)
Calculating this gives:
- ν ≈ 1.21 x 10^15 Hz
Conclusion
Thus, the threshold frequency for Nickel is approximately 1.21 x 10^15 Hz, confirming that the correct answer is option 'A'. This frequency represents the minimum frequency of light required to eject an electron from the surface of Nickel.

Refractive index of diamond with respect to air is 2.4 and the refractive index of water with respect to air is 1.33. What would be the refractive index of diamond with respect to water? (Refractive index of air = 1)
  • a)
    1.51
  • b)
    0.55
  • c)
    1.8
  • d)
    0.75
  • e)
    0.42
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Refractive index of one medium with respect to another medium is given as
2μ1 = μ2/ μ1
Here we have been given refractive index of diamond with respect to air = 2.4 i.e.
2.4 = μdiamond /1 Or μdiamond = 2.4
Also, refractive index of water with respect to air = 1.33 i.e.
1.33 = μwater /1 Or μwater = 1.33
Thus, refractive index of diamond with respect to water becomes
diamondμwater = 2.4 / 1.33
Or diamondμwater = 1.80
Thus, C is the correct answer option.

A force of 25 N is acting along the North direction and a force of 12 N is acting along the South direction on a body of mass 1.5 kg. What acceleration will the force bring in the body?
  • a)
    9.87 m/s2
  • b)
    2.36 m/s2
  • c)
    4.67 m/s2
  • d)
    7.67 m/s2
  • e)
    8.67 m/s2
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
A body undergoes acceleration due to an unbalanced force. The unbalanced force here is given as
F = 25 - 12 Or F = 13N
According to Newton’s second law of motion
F = ma -------------- (1)
13 = 1.5 x a
a = 8.67 m/s2
Therefore, E is the correct answer option.

Three batteries each of 25 V having zero internal resistance are connected in series with a resistance of 100 Ω. What would be the current in the circuit?
  • a)
    4 A
  • b)
    0.75 A
  • c)
    6.5 A
  • d)
    0.33 A
  • e)
    0.25 A
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Since the batteries are connected in series, equivalent potential of batteries can be found by adding
the individual potential. Let equivalent potential be Veq. Therefore, Veq = 25 + 25 + 25
Or, Veq = 3 * 25 V
Or, Veq = 75V
Since internal resistance of the batteries is zero, only resistance to which the equivalent potential is connected is 100 Ω. Hence, current flowing through the circuit can be found by Ohm’s law. Ohm’s law is given as
V = IR -------------- (1)
Where
V is the potential of the cell = 75 V;
I is the current flowing through the circuit;
R is the equivalent resistance of the circuit = 100 Ω
Putting the values of V and R in equation 1 we get
75 = I * 100
Or, I = 75/100
Or, I = 0.75 A
Therefore, B is the correct answer option.

A cylinder of height 2.5 m is filled completely with water. A hole is made at the bottom of the cylinder in such a way that water is coming out of it. What is the velocity of water coming out of the cylinder?
  • a)
    6.4 m/s
  • b)
    4 m/s
  • c)
    9.8 m/s
  • d)
    2.5 m/s
  • e)
    7 m/s
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Velocity of water coming out of a cylinder is given as
v2 = 2gh ----------------- (1)
Where
v is the velocity of the water coming out of the cylinder;
h is the height to which water is filled= 2.5 m;
g is the acceleration due to gravity = 9.8 m/s2;
Putting the values of h and g in equation 1 we get
v2 = 2 * 9.8 * 2.5
Or, v2 = 49
Or, v = 7 m/s
Hence, E is the correct answer option.

Consider the figure given below for a system of two iron blocks connected with a common pulley. If the block A weighs 200 N, what would be the mass of the iron block B to keep the whole system in static equilibrium?
  • a)
    20.41 kg
  • b)
    15.57 kg
  • c)
    22.23 kg
  • d)
    34.45 kg
  • e)
    21.45 kg
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
As the whole system is in static equilibrium, there will be no motion in the blocks. In other words,
weight of both the iron blocks should be the same.
Therefore,
Weight of A = Weight of B -------------- (1)
Weight of A = 200 N --------------- (2)
Using 2 in 1 we get
Weight of B = 200 N ------------- (3)
Weight of a body is given as
W = mg -------------- (4)
Putting the values in equation 4 we get
200 = m x 98 Or m = 20.41 kg
Therefore, A is the correct answer option.

Net force acting on a body moving with constant velocity is zero. Which of the following isincorrect?
  • a)
    Body will slow down
  • b)
    Body will move faster
  • c)
    Body will stop
  • d)
    Body will continue moving with same velocity
  • e)
    Body will accelerate
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
The state of static equilibrium is characterized by a body either being at rest or moving with a constant velocity. In order to achieve static equilibrium, all forces acting on the body must be balanced, resulting in a net force of zero. Among the initial four options provided, only option D is correct. It is not possible for the body to accelerate since acceleration is the rate of change of velocity over time. When the velocity remains constant, the acceleration becomes zero. Therefore, option E is incorrect.

Two trains A and B approach a station at 10 m/s and 20 m/s respectively. A stationary observer in the station can hear the sound of the whistle produced by A only. If the original frequency of the whistle blown by train A is 300 Hz, what would be the apparent frequency of the sound of the whistle heard by the observer? (Assume speed of sound in air = 340 m/s)
  • a)
    300 Hz
  • b)
    291.42 Hz
  • c)
    283.33 Hz
  • d)
    318.75 Hz
  • e)
    309.09 Hz
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
This question can be solved by applying Doppler’s effect for sound waves. Doppler’s effect is related to change in original frequency of sound if either the source or the observer is moving simultaneously. Doppler’s effect is given as
f = [(v - vr) / (v - vs]fo -------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
f = [(340) / (340 - 10] x 300
f = (34/33) x 300
Or f = 309.09 Hz
Therefore, E is the correct answer option.

For a conductor having a cross section of 2 × 10-4 m2, average drift velocity of the electrons flowing through it is 10-3 m/s . If the density of free electrons in the conductor is 6 × 10-24 m-3, what is the current flowing through the conductor? (Charge on electron = 1.6 × 10-19 C)
  • a)
    0.45 A
  • b)
    0.045 A
  • c)
    0.27 A
  • d)
    0.31 A
  • e)
    0.19 A
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

William Ward answered
To calculate the resistance of a conductor, you need to know the resistivity of the material it is made of and its length.

The formula to calculate resistance is:

Resistance (R) = (Resistivity (ρ) x Length (L)) / Cross-sectional Area (A)

Where:
- Resistivity (ρ) is a characteristic property of the material and is typically given in units of ohm-meters (Ω·m).
- Length (L) is the length of the conductor in meters (m).
- Cross-sectional Area (A) is the area of the conductor perpendicular to the current flow in square meters (m^2).

In your case, if the cross-sectional area of the conductor is 2 square meters (m^2), you would need to know the resistivity of the material and the length of the conductor to calculate its resistance.

20 gram of a substance evaporates at 500 K by absorbing 740 J of energy. If the specific heat of the substance is 1000 J/kg K, what is the final temperature of the substance?
  • a)
    400 K
  • b)
    413 K
  • c)
    537 K
  • d)
    513 K
  • e)
    637 K
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

William Ward answered
Given information:
- Mass of the substance: 20 g
- Energy absorbed: 740 J
- Specific heat of the substance: 1000 J/kg K

We can solve this problem by using the equation:

q = m * c * ΔT

where:
- q is the energy absorbed or released
- m is the mass of the substance
- c is the specific heat of the substance
- ΔT is the change in temperature

We are given the values of q and m, and we need to find ΔT. Rearranging the equation, we have:

ΔT = q / (m * c)

Substituting the given values, we get:

ΔT = 740 J / (20 g * 1000 J/kg K)

Converting the mass from grams to kilograms:

ΔT = 740 J / (0.02 kg * 1000 J/kg K)

ΔT = 740 J / 20 J/K

Simplifying:

ΔT = 37 K

The change in temperature is 37 K. To find the final temperature, we add this change to the initial temperature.

Given that the initial temperature is 500 K, the final temperature is:

Final temperature = Initial temperature + ΔT
Final temperature = 500 K + 37 K
Final temperature = 537 K

Therefore, the final temperature of the substance is 537 K, which corresponds to option C.

If a ray of light is incident on ice from air at an angle of 30o, which of the following is true? (Refractive index of ice = 1.309 and refractive index of air = 1)
  • a)
    Angle of refraction = sin-1(0.382) and air is denser than ice
  • b)
    Angle of refraction = sin-1(2.6) and ice is denser than air
  • c)
    Angle of refraction = sin-1(0.382) and ice is denser than air
  • d)
    Angle of refraction = cos-1(0.382) and air is denser than air
  • e)
    Angle of refraction = tan-1(0.382) and ice is denser than air
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Light entering from one medium to another medium of a different refractive index bends and this bending is governed by Snell’s law. It is given as
μ1 sin θi = μ2 sin θr ---------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
1 * sin 30o = 1.309 x sin θr
Or θr = sin-1 (0.382)
Therefore, angle of refraction is sin-1 (0.382). Whether a medium is denser or rarer is determined by the refractive index of the medium. Higher the refractive index, denser will be the medium. Since, refractive index of ice (1.309) is more than that of air (1), ice is denser than air.
Hence, C is the correct answer option.

A water gallon of mass 500 kg is resting on a horizontal floor. What would be its normal reaction?
  • a)
    500 N
  • b)
    4900 N
  • c)
    5100 N
  • d)
    250 N
  • e)
    51.02 N
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
As the water gallon is resting on the floor, normal reaction will be balanced by the weight of the gallon itself. Therefore,
Normal reaction = Weight of the gallon ------------- (1)
Weight of the gallon is given as F = mg------------- (2)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
F = 500 x 9.8
Or F = 4900 N Using equation 1 we get
Normal reaction = 4900 N
Therefore, B is the correct answer option.

A radio FM is broadcasting signals at a frequency of 400 MHz. What is the wavelength of the signal, if it is travelling at a speed of 2.5 x 108 m/s?
  • a)
    0.534 m
  • b)
    0.625 m
  • c)
    0.725 m
  • d)
    0.918 m
  • e)
    0.025 m
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Speed of the wave is given as
v = fλ --------------- (1)
As the frequency is given in MHz, we need to convert it into Hz.
1 MHz = 106 Hz
Therefore, 400 MHz = 400 x 106 Hz
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
2.5 x 108 = 400 x 106 x λ
λ = 0.625 m
Therefore, wavelength of the FM signal is 0.625 m and thus, B is the correct answer option.

A heat engine performs work of 10000 J while transferring heat of 12000 J. What is the efficiency of the engine?
  • a)
    83.3 %
  • b)
    84.5 %
  • c)
    78.6 %
  • d)
    45.7 %
  • e)
    41.6 %
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Efficiency of a heat engine is given as
η = W / Q --------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
%η = 10000 / 12000 %
η = 0.833 x 100% Or %
η = 83.3 %
​​​​​​​Therefore, A is the correct answer option.

What is the dipole moment between an electron and a proton separated by a distance of 1 nm?
  • a)
    3.8 × 10-28 Cm
  • b)
    4.5 × 10-28 Cm
  • c)
    4.5 × 10-26 Cm
  • d)
    1.6 × 10-28 Cm
  • e)
    3.2 × 10-28 Cm
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Electric dipole moment between two charges of opposite polarity is given as
p = Qd ----------- (1)
The distance is in nm so we need to convert it into m. 1 nm = 10-9 m
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
P = 1.6 × 10-19 × 10-9
Or, 1.6 × 10-28 Cm
Hence, D is the correct answer option.

A train at rest starts from station A and travels to station B at a distance of 2 km in 4 minutes? Consider the following statements.
Instantaneous speed of the train is 8.33 m/s
Average speed of the train is 8.33 m/s
Instantaneous acceleration of the train is 8.33 m/s2
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true?
  • a)
    1
  • b)
    2
  • c)
    3
  • d)
    Both 1 and 3
  • e)
    Both 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Instantaneous speed of a body is the speed possessed by it at any particular time instant. Instantaneous speed is a variable and changes accordingly. Speedometer is a device that is used by the vehicles to know the speed possessed by it at that instant. Average velocity or speed provides speed of the body for the full journey. It is given as the total distance travelled in total time taken. As in the question the total time and the total distance are given, hence average speed can be found as
Average speed = Total Distance / Total Time ------------- (1)
Since, distance and time are given in kilometers and minutes we need to convert them Putting the values in equation 1 we get
Average speed = 8.33 m/s
Instantaneous acceleration is related to instantaneous speed. Hence, instantaneous acceleration cannot be found here. Thus, B is the correct answer option.

The equivalent resistance of two wires connected in series is 50Ω. If they are connected in parallel their resistance becomes 8Ω, what is the resistance of both the conductors?
  • a)
    40Ω and 10Ω
  • b)
    20Ω and 10Ω
  • c)
    20Ω and 20Ω
  • d)
    40Ω and 20Ω
  • e)
    cannot be found
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Let R1 and R2 be the resistances of the two wires connected in series and parallel respectively.
Rs = R1 + R2 = 50Ω; ------------ (1)
And, Rp = R1 || R2 = [(R1 x R2)/(R1 + R2)] = 80Ω --------------- (2)
From equation 1 R2 = 50 - R1 ----------- (3)
Putting equation 3 in 2 we get
[(R1 x (50 - R1)/(R1 + (50 - R1))] = 8
Or R1 = 10Ω
Putting the value of R1 in equation 3 we get
R2 = 40Ω
Therefore, A is the correct answer option.

If the speeds of sound in solid, liquid and gas are arranged in increasing order, which of the following is a correct arrangement?
  • a)
    Solids< liquids < gas
  • b)
    Liquids < solids < gas
  • c)
    Gas < liquids < solids
  • d)
    Gas < solids < liquids
  • e)
    Liquids < gas < solids
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Thespeed of sound in solids like steel and iron is 5000 m/s and 5130 m/s.The speed of sound in liquidslike water at 0o C and 20o C is 1402 m/s and 1482 m/srespectively. The speed of sound in air (gas)at 0o C and 20o C is 331.5 m/s and 344 m/srespectively. Thus, from the above discussion it can be concluded that the speed of sound in solids is more than that in liquids and air. Therefore,thecorrect arrangementfor speeds of soundis air (gas) < liquids < solids. Thus, C is the correct answer option.

Two charged particles of charges 4 nC and – 4 nC are kept 0.2 m cm apart. What is the magnitude and nature of the electrostatic force? (Permittivity of free space = 8.85 x 10-12 F/m)
  • a)
    -3.6 x 10-6 N and attractive
  • b)
    -2.7 x 10-6 N and attractive
  • c)
    -6.7 x 10-6 N and attractive
  • d)
    -4.5 x 10-7 N and repulsive
  • e)
    4.5 x 10-7 N and attractive
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Electrostatic force in a region is given as
F = [(1 / 4πεo) (q1q2 / R)] -------------- (1)
Standard v alue of 1 / 4πεo is 9 x 109 Nm2C-2
We are given values of charges in nC so we need to convert them into C.
1 nC = 10-9C or -4 nC = - 4x10-9 C
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
F = 9 x 109 x [(4 x 10-9 x 4 x 10-9) / 0.22]
Or F = -3.6 x 10-6 N
As force is negative, that suggests nature of force is attractive.
Hence, A is the correct answer option.

 cubical wooden block of side 0.2 m is floating on the surface of water in such a way that some part of wooden surface is outside it. What percentage of the wooden surface is outside the water? (Density of wood = 700 kg/m3)
  • a)
    10 %
  • b)
    20 %
  • c)
    25 %
  • d)
    35 %
  • e)
    30 %
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
This question can be solved by using the formula of specific gravity. Specific gravity tells us whether a substance will float or sink down in a fluid. It is given as
SG = ρbody / ρwater ---------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
SG = 700/1000 Or SG = 0.7
Specific gravity provides the fraction of surface of an object inside the fluid. If the specific gravity is equal to 1, then the object will float with zero percent of the surface outside the fluid. If the specific gravity is more than 1, then the object will sink completely inside the fluid. Since, specific gravity here is 0.7, percentage of the wooden surface inside the level of water is %
SG = 0.7 x 100 Or %SG = 70%
Therefore, 70 % of the block is inside the water and 30 % of the block is outside the water.
Hence, E is the correct answer option.

If a ferry-wheel completes 100 rotations in 15 s, with what velocity is it rotating?
  • a)
    41.87 rad/s
  • b)
    42.34 rad/s
  • c)
    40.56 rad/s
  • d)
    45.45 rad/s
  • e)
    6.67 rad/s
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Velocity with which the ferry-wheel is rotating is its angular velocity. It is given as
ω = [(N x 2π)/ t] ----------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
ω = [(100 x 2π)/ 15] (π = 3.14)
ω = 41.87 rad/s
Therefore, A is the correct answer option.

Consider the figure and the statements given below.

(v is velocity and t is time)
The graph is for a body that is accelerating.
The graph is for a body that is falling freely.
The graph is for a body that has constant velocity.
Q. Which of the following statement(s) is true in accordance to the given figure?
  • a)
    2
  • b)
    1
  • c)
    3
  • d)
    Both 1 and 2
  • e)
    Both 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
The graph given in the question is between velocity and time. Slope of the velocity time graph is linear here. Therefore, velocity increases with each instant but change in velocity per unit time is constant throughout the travel. Thus, 3 is an incorrect statement and so is option C. Acceleration of a body is defined as the rate of change of velocity per unit time. As said earlier, for a linear slope between velocity and time, change in velocity is constant per unit time and thus, acceleration is constant for the entire travel. Therefore, statement 1 isincorrect and so is option B. A body falls freely under gravity only. A free falling body always experiences uniform acceleration throughout the travel. Thus, we can say that acceleration is constant for a free fall and the graph essentially represents the motion of free fall. Thus, statement 2 is correct and so A is the correct answer option. In view of the above discussion, options D and E are incorrect as well.

A long straight conductor carries a current of 2 A. What would be the magnetic field at a distance of 0.05 m from the axis of the conductor? (Permeability of free space is 4π × 10-7 WbA-1m-1 )
  • a)
    8 × 10 -6 T
  • b)
    4 × 10-6 T
  • c)
    2.5 × 10-6 T
  • d)
    1.5 × 10-6 T
  • e)
    6 × 10-6 T
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Magnetic field due toalong straight conductor is given as
B = [(μ0/4π)(2I/a)] -------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
B = (4π × 10-7 / 4π) x (2 x  2 / 0.05) B
= 8 × 10-6 T
Hence, A is the correct answer option.

A block of mass M, connected to a spring of spring constant k (a spring-mass system), is executing SHM with time period, T on Earth. If the same system executes SHM on the surface of Moon, what will be the new time period?
  • a)
    More than that on the Earth
  • b)
    Less than that on the Earth
  • c)
    Same as that on the Earth
  • d)
    Zero
  • e)
    Not enough data is provided to predict the answer
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Time period is given as
 = 2π √(M/k) ---------------- (1)
At the surface of the Moon, acceleration due to gravity is (1/6)th of that on the surface of the Earth. As, there is no term related to acceleration due to gravity in equation 1, time period of the system will remain unaffected. Hence, time period of the system on the moon will be the same as that of the system on the Earth.
Therefore, C is the correct answer option.

A wheel is rotating with a constant acceleration of 5 rad/s2. After an angular displacement of 2π radians, the angular velocity of the wheel becomes 70 rad/s. What was the initial angular velocity of the wheel?
  • a)
    6.5 rad/s
  • b)
    7.8 rad/s
  • c)
    7.2 rad/s
  • d)
    5.6 rad/s
  • e)
    7.1 rad/s
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Here we will apply the equation of rotational motion, which is given as
ωf = ωi + 2αθ ------------ (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
70 = ωi + (2 x 5 x 2π) (π = 3.14)
70 = ωi + 62.8
Or ωi = 7.2 rad/s
Therefore, C is the correct answer option.

What is the dimensional formula of torque?
  • a)
    MLT-2
  • b)
    MT-2
  • c)
    ML2T-2
  • d)
    MLT -1
  • e)
    ML3T-2
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Torque is the turning effect of force applied on a body. It is given as t = r x F
Where
t is the torque vector;
r is the displacement vector;
F is the force vector;
Since dimensional formula of force is MLT-2 and that of displacement is L hence, dimensional formula of torque becomes
MLT-2* L
ML2T-2
Therefore, C is the correct answer option.

Potential difference of 150 V is applied across an aluminum conductor of length 2.5 m. If the density of free electrons in the conductor is 2 x 1023 m-3, what would be the average drift velocity of the electrons? (Conductivity of aluminum is 3.5 2 x 107 Ω-1 m-1 and charge on electron = 1.6 x 10 -19 C)
  • a)
    650.25 m/s
  • b)
    450.65 m/s
  • c)
    656.25 m/s
  • d)
    414.55 m/s
  • e)
    710.23 m/s
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Average drift velocity of an electron is given as
vd = σE / ne -------------- (1)
Electric field is given as
E = v/l --------------- (2)
Putting the values in equation 2 we get
E = 150/2.5 Or E = 60 V/m
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
vd = [(3.5 x 107 x 60) / (2 x 1025 * 1.6 x 10 -19)] Or,
vd = (2.1 x 109) / 3.2 x 106 Or
vd = 656.25 m.s
Therefore, C is the correct answer option.

What is the current density of electrons flowing through a steel block of length 1 m, if potential difference applied across the conductor is 200 V? (Conductivity of steel = 1.45 x 106 Ω-1m-1)
  • a)
    2.9 x 108 A/m2
  • b)
    1.4 x 108 A/m2
  • c)
    2.2 x 108 A/m2
  • d)
    3.4 x 109 A/m2
  • e)
    1.45 x 104 A/m2
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Current density is given as
J = σE -------------- (1)
Electric field is given as
E = V / l --------------- (2)
Putting the values in equation 2 we get
E = 200/1
Or E = 200 v/m
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
J = 1.45 x 106 x 200
Or J = 2.9 x 108 Am2
Hence, A is the correct answer option.

A sample of gas at 313 K occupies a volume of 10 m3. What would be its volume at 373 K?
  • a)
    11.92 m3
  • b)
    15.56 m3
  • c)
    10.45 m3
  • d)
    12.67 m3
  • e)
    Cannot be determined
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
This question can be solved by applying Charles’s law, which is given as
V1/ T1 = V2/ T2 -------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
10/313 = V2/373
V2 = 11.92 m3
Therefore, A is the correct answer option.

A beam of electrons enters normally in a region of magnetic field of 0.01 T with a velocity of 106 m/s. What is the radius of the curved path traced by the beam of electrons? (Charge on electron = 1.6 x 10-19C)
  • a)
    4.5 x 10-4 m
  • b)
    3.6 x 10-4 m
  • c)
    5.7 x 10-4 m
  • d)
    2.8 x 10-4 m
  • e)
    Cannot be determined
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
If a charged particle enters a region of magnetic field, it experiences a force due to which the charged particles follow a curved path. The radius of the curved path is given as
r = (mv)/(qB) ------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
r = [(9.1 x 10-31 x 106) / (1.6 x 10-19 x 0.01)]
r = 5.7 x 10-4 m
Therefore, C is the correct answer option.

Which of the following is true for a body having the graph given below?

(v is the velocity and t is time taken)
  • a)
    Body at rest
  • b)
    Body is accelerating
  • c)
    Body is undergoing deceleration
  • d)
    Body is undergoing positiv e acceleration
  • e)
    Body is moving with constant speed
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
The graph given in the question is between velocity and time. Acceleration is time rate of change of velocity. Velocity is constant here. Therefore, change in velocity is zero and therefore, acceleration is zero. Thus, options, B, C and D are incorrect. Since, velocity is uniform here, the body cannot be at rest and so A is an incorrect option. Therefore, E is the correct answer option.

A water drop of mass 10-9 kg consists of free ions of charge 2.5 x 10-20 C. If the water drop is held at rest by an external field, what is the external field?
  • a)
    2.55 x 1010 N/C
  • b)
    3.92 x 1011 N/C
  • c)
    4.56 x 1010 N/C
  • d)
    -4.56 x 1010 N/C
  • e)
    -3.92 x 1011 N/C
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Here, weight of the water drop is balanced by the electric force. Thus, we need to equate both kinds of forces to find the value of the electric field. Weight of the water drop is given as
W = mg ---------------- (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
W = 10-9 x 9.8
Or W = 9.8 x 10-9 N
Electric force is given as F = qE -------------- (2)
Putting the values in equation 2 we get
F = 2.5 x 10-20 x E ---------------- (3)
Putting the values in equation 2 we get
F = 2.5 x 10-20 x E ---------------- (3)
Hence, B is the correct answer option.

A thermal power plant operates between the temperature range of 600 K and 1000 K. What is the efficiency of the plant?
  • a)
    30 %
  • b)
    40 %
  • c)
    45 %
  • d)
    34 %
  • e)
    100 %
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Efficiency of a plant is given as
η = 1 - (T2 / T1) ------------ (1)
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
η = 1 - 600 / 1000
Or % η = 40%
Therefore, B is the correct answer option.

A photon of frequency 350 GHz is incident on a metal surface. What is the energy of the photon in eV? (Planck’s constant = 6.6 x 10-34 Js)
  • a)
    2.34 x 10-3 eV
  • b)
    1.24 x 10-2 eV
  • c)
    1.44 x 10-3 eV
  • d)
    3.46 x 10-2 eV
  • e)
    0.45 eV
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
Energy possessed by a photon is given as
E = hv --------------- (1)
Frequency is given in GHz so,
e need to convert it into Hz.
1 GHz = 109Hz 350 GHz = 3.5 x 1011 Hz
Putting the values in equation 1 we get
E = 6.6 x 10-34 x 3.5 * 1011
Or E = 2.31 x 10-22 J
We need to convert energy in Joules into eV as given below
1.6 x 10-19 J = 1 eV
1 J = 1 / (1.6 x 10-19) eV
Or 2.31 x 10-22 J = 1.44 x 10-3 eV
Therefore, a photon with frequency of 350 GHz has energy of 1.44 x 10-3 eV. Hence, C is the correct answer option.

A seismic wave originates at point A and travels along every direction with a speed of 1.6 m/s. If the seismic wave reaches a point B which is at a distance of 2000 Km from A, what would be the time difference between the points A and Bin minutes?
  • a)
    20.83 minutes
  • b)
    18.57 minutes
  • c)
    15.78 minutes
  • d)
    5.78 minutes
  • e)
    78 minutes 4. 21.56 minutes 5. 19.56 minutes
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayesha Joshi answered
A seismic wave originates at point A, travels along every direction and reaches point B. As it originates from A, it will reach point B after some timeandthis is thetime difference. Time difference can be given as
Time difference = distance / speed -------------- (1)
Distance between A and B is given as 2000 Km and speed of the seismic wave = 1.6 km/s. Therefore, putting these values in equation 1 we get
Time difference = 2000/1.6 seconds = 1250 seconds
1 s = 1 / 60 minutes
Therefore, A is the correct answer option.

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