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Mock Test Highlights:

  • - Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • - Duration: 180 minutes
  • - Total Questions: 65
  • - Analysis: Detailed Solutions & Performance Insights
  • - Sections covered: General Aptitude, Engineering Mathematics (XE-A), Engineering Sciences (XE-B) & (XE-D)

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GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 1

During a press conference regarding the recent scam, the minister remarked, "The responsibility lies with me." What was the minister implying through this statement?

Detailed Solution: Question 1

If you say 'The buck stops here' or 'the buck stops with me' you mean that you have to take responsibility for something and will not fry to pass the responsibility onto someone else. Therefore the right option is 'C'. He will assume final responsibility.

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 2

The extent of damage to the building amounts to _______ over $ one million.

Detailed Solution: Question 2

To calculate somebody/something to be a particular age, weight, amount, etc.

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 3

If the term 'DISTEMPER' is represented by the code 54.5 and 'WALLS' is represented by 33.5, what numerical code will 'PLASTER' be assigned using the same coding method?

Detailed Solution: Question 3

Clearly, in the given code, A =1, B= 2, C = 3 .....
DISTEMPER = 4 + 9 + 19 + 20 + 5 + 13 + 16 + 5 + 18 = 109/2 = 54.5
Walls  =23 + 1 + 12 + 12 + 19 = 67/2 = 33.5
∴ PLASTER = 16 + 12 + 1 + 19 + 20 + 5 + 18 = 91/2 = 45.5

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 4

A positive integer, x, is added to both the numerator and denominator of the fraction 3/4, while the same integer is subtracted from both the numerator and denominator of the fraction 15/17. This adjustment results in both fractions equating to the same value.
What is the value of x?

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 5

Given a matrix M = [mij]; where i, j = 1, 2, 3, 4, all diagonal elements are zero and mij = -mji. What is the minimum number of elements needed to completely define the matrix?

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 6

An equation can be represented in the format of a determinant as

The solutions of the equations are

Detailed Solution: Question 6

Δ = (x - a)(x - b)(x - c) = 0
∴ x = a, b, c

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 7

The category of the partial differential equation uxx x uyy = 0, where x > 0, is what?

Detailed Solution: Question 7

A second order linear partial differential equation of the form

A ∂²u/∂x² + B ∂²u/∂x∂y + C ∂²u/∂y² + D ∂u/∂x + E ∂u/∂y + Fu = Q

is said to be: (i) Parabolic if B² - 4AC = 0
(ii) Hyperbolic if B² - 4AC > 0
(iii) Elliptic if B² - 4AC < 0

Comparing the given PDE with the above general PDE, we get A = 1, B = 0, C = x

B² - 4AC = (0)² - 4(1)(x)
= -4x < 0 (x > 0)

The type of PDE is elliptic.

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 8

If a polynomial remains positive for x > 0 and the area of the region enclosed by p(x), the x-axis, and the vertical lines x = 0 and x = k is given by k²(k 3)/3, what can be said about the polynomial p(x)?

Detailed Solution: Question 8

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 9

The particular solution of y'' + 4y' + 4y = x sin(2x) is

Detailed Solution: Question 9

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 10

Examine the subsequent series:

Detailed Solution: Question 10

nᵗʰ term of the given series = uₙ = √(2n² - 5n + 1) / (4n³ - 7n² + 2)

Let vₙ = 1 / n²

∴ By comparison test, ∑uₙ and ∑vₙ both converge or diverge.

But ∑vₙ is convergent. [p-series test – p = 2 > 1] ∴ ∑uₙ is convergent.

∴ ∑uₙ and ∑vₙ both converge or diverge by comparison test. But ∑vₙ is convergent by p-series test (p = 2 > 1); ∴ ∑uₙ is convergent.

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 11

Evaluate the following statements:
1. Streamlines illustrate the motion of each particle at a specific moment.
2. Path lines depict the motion of a particular particle at every instant.
3. The component of velocity perpendicular to the streamline is consistently zero.
4. In an unsteady flow, streak lines also align with both path lines and streamlines.
Which of the statements above is/are CORRECT?

Detailed Solution: Question 11

  • Streamlines give the motion of each particle at a given instant.
  • Path lines give the motion of a given particle at each instant.
  • The component of velocity at right angle to the streamline is always zero.

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 12

The angle at which the flat plate inclines relative to the vertical axis, as depicted in the
figure, is _______________ degree.

Detailed Solution: Question 12

FN = ρAV² cos θ

∑MA = 0

⇒ FN × (3 / cos θ) = W × 5 sin θ

⇒ 3(ρAV²) = 5W sin θ

⇒ sin θ = (3 × 900 × π × (0.2)² × (20)²) / (5 × 4 × 20000)

⇒ θ = 19.83°

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 13

Given the velocity components in a fluid flow defined as u = 2xy and v = a² x² − y², identify the appropriate stream function:

Detailed Solution: Question 13

∂Ψ / ∂y = u = 2xy

Ψ = ∫ 2xy dy = xy² + f(x)

-∂Ψ / ∂x = -y² − f'(x) = v = a² + x² − y²

Hence f'(x) = −(a² + x²)

∴ f(x) = −a²x − x³ / 3 + constant

Ψ = xy² − a²x − x³ / 3 + constant

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 14

Identify the accurate pairs.

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 15

A large horizontal cylinder with a diameter of D is supporting a column of liquid with a density of ρ as illustrated in the accompanying figure. Determine the vertical force component that the liquid exerts per unit length of the cylinder, given that g represents the acceleration due to gravity. 

*Answer can only contain numeric values
GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 16

A horizontal pipe with a diameter of 5 cm was utilized in a laboratory setting to assess the viscosity of crude oil (Specific Weight 9000 N/m3) during the experimental run. A pressure difference of 18 kPa was noted between two pressure gauges positioned 6 m apart on the pipe. The oil was allowed to flow into a weighing tank, where 5 kN of oil was gathered over a period of 3 minutes. Consequently, the dynamic viscosity of the oil (in Ns/m2) is____________.


Detailed Solution: Question 16

Q = W / (fgt)
Q = 5000 / (9000 × 3 × 60) = 3.08 × 10⁻³ m³/s

Q = Vavg × A ⇒ Vavg = Q / A

Pressure loss for laminar flow through pipe line is:
P₁ - P₂ = (32μVavgL) / D² = (32μ(Q / A)L) / D²

18 × 10³ = (32 × μ × Q × L × 4) / (πD⁴)

18 × 10³ = (32 × μ × 3.08 × 10⁻³ × 6 × 4) / (π × (0.05)⁴)

⇒ μ = 0.149 Ns/m²

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 17

In a turbulent flow over a flat plate, the velocity distribution is estimated as (y/δ)(1/7). The free stream velocity of water is 2 m/s, and the kinematic viscosity of water is 10(-6) m²/s. What will be the approximate value of the wall shear stress at a distance of 1.2 m from the leading edge, considering that the boundary layer is tripled at the leading edge to induce turbulence? Use the skin friction coefficient Cf = 0.0594 / (Re)(1/5).

Detailed Solution: Question 17

Given:

u / U∞ = (y / δ)(1/7)
U∞ = 2 m/s, ν = 10(-6) m²/s, L = 1.2 m

Re = (U∞ × L) / ν = (2 × 1.2) / (10(-6)) = 2.4 × 10(-6)

Using, Cfx = τw / (1/2)ρv∞² = 0.0594 / (Re(1/5))

⇒ τw = (0.0594 / (2.4×10⁶)(1/5)) × (1/2) × 1000 × 2²

⇒ τw = 6.29 Pa

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 18

Consider a non-viscous flow occurring through a smooth pipe equipped with a pitot-static tube configuration as depicted. Determine the velocity at the centerline of the pipe. Assume that the fluid density is 1000 kg/m3, the acceleration due to gravity is 10 m/s2, and the specific gravity of the manometric fluid is 11.

12

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 19

The speed of propagation, c,  of a capillary wave depends on the density of the fluid, ρ, the wavelength of the wave, λ, and the surface tension, σ. If the density and wavelength remain constant, halving the surface tension would lead to a new velocity, c', given by

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 20

In a two-dimensional, incompressible, and Newtonian fluid flow, the velocity is defined as u = x2. Assuming that the x-axis is the streamline and disregarding the effects of gravity, what is the pressure gradient in the x-direction?

Detailed Solution: Question 20

From the continuity equation

Given u = x2

Integrating with respect to y

Since the x —axis is streamline, v = 0 along this axis

∴ f(x) = 0 ⇒ v = -2xy

Pressure gradient in the x -direction is given by Navier Stokes equation


Given it is 2D, incompressible and Newtonian Fluid
Equation (2) bocome

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GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 21

A Pitot-static probe linked to a differential pressure gauge is used to measure the air velocity in a duct.
If the air pressure is 92 kPa absolute and the temperature is 20° C, with the differential pressure gauge indicating a reading of 1 kPa, what is the air velocity (in m/s) calculated to two decimal places?


Detailed Solution: Question 21

A pitot-static probe equipped with a differential pressure gauge is used to measure the air velocity in a duct. For a given differential pressure reading. Assuming: Point 1: on the side of the probe. Point 2: at the tip of the probe. Where the entrance is normal to flow and is connected to the dynamic arm of the pitot static probe.

V2=0 (Stagnation point)

z1 = z2

From Bernoulli's equation


(2)

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GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 22

A steady, incompressible flow with a uniform velocity at the inlet between two parallel plates is depicted in the figure. This flow transitions into a parabolic laminar profile characterized by u = ay(y0 - y) at the downstream end, where 'a' is a constant. Assume a unit depth of the plate. Given U0 = 7.5 cm/s, y0 = 3 cm, and the fluid density, ρ = 800 kg/m3, determine the value of 'a' which is ___.


GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 23

A uniform rod with a mass of M and a length of L is secured at one end, allowing it to rotate within a vertical plane. The pivot has negligible friction. The free end of the rod is positioned directly above the pivot and then released. What is the angular acceleration of the rod when it forms an angle θ with the vertical?

Detailed Solution: Question 23

The moment of inertia of the uniform rod about an axis through one end and perpendicular to length is


Torque (t = la) acting on the centre of gravity of the rod is given by

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 24

A uniform rod AB, with a length of I and a mass of m, is suspended from point A in a car that is moving with a velocity of v0 on an inclined plane, as depicted in the provided figure. The rod is capable of rotating in a vertical plane around the axis at point A. If the car comes to an abrupt stop, what is the angular speed at which the rod begins to rotate?

Detailed Solution: Question 24

When the car is moving with the constant speed, the rod will vertical. The centre of mass of the rod is moving with a velcity vo parallel to the plane. Conserving angular momentum about A. We get

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GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 25

A cantilever beam with a span of 'l' is subjected to a uniformly distributed downward load of 800 kN across its length, along with a concentrated upward force 'P' applied at its free end. To ensure that the vertical displacement at the free end remains zero, the required value of 'P' is ____ kN.


Detailed Solution: Question 25

For vertical displacement to be zero at the free end:

*Answer can only contain numeric values
GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 26

A force that varies with time, given by F = 12t, is applied to a particle with a mass of 3 kg. Assuming the particle begins from rest, what will be the speed of the particle after 1 second? Answer in ____ m/s.


Detailed Solution: Question 26

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 27

A ball with mass mmm enters the loop at point A with an initial speed of v, as depicted in the illustration.
Loop radius = R
Acceleration due to gravity = g
What should the highest velocity v be for the ball to avoid reaching point B?

Detailed Solution: Question 27

The maximum height reached by the ball so that it does not reach the point B is:

B = 2R
V² - 2g × 2R = 0
V = 2√(gR)

GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 28

Determine the natural frequency of the specified system.

Detailed Solution: Question 28

We know that I of disc = Mg2 / 2
X = rθ

so,


*Multiple options can be correct
GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 29

The two solid circular rods depicted in the figure are firmly connected at section 'B'. The modulus of elasticity (E) for both rods is 200 GPa. If the axial load (P) is 50 kN, which of the following observation(s) is(are) accurate?

Detailed Solution: Question 29

Axiel loading diagram


Point 'B' is the junction point it associated with two area stress will considered which is maximum.

⇒ δAB = 5 mm

= 5 mm
Fraction of stored energy stored in AB

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GATE Engineering Sciences Mock Test - 3 - Question 30

A rod AB that measures 25 m in length is positioned inside a parabolic drum as depicted in the image below. The end A of the rod moves to the right at a speed of 41 m/s. What is the speed of end B in m/s (rounded to two decimal places)?


Detailed Solution: Question 30


∴ y = 20 m
∴ x = 15 m
We have, 


∴ IA = 25.62 m and IB = 16.02 m
Road AB (Performs general plane motion)
At the given instant, point I is the ICR.

= 16.02 x 1.6

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