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Q1. In a transistor, collector current is controlled by

  • A. collector
  • B. base current
  • C. Collector voltage
  • D. .All of these

Explanation: In a transistor, the collector current (IC) is controlled by the base current (IB).

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect as per given condition
  • C. Incorrect as per given condition
  • D. Incorrect as per given condition

Q2. The mass defect (in atomic mass unit) of the nucleus is_

  • A. . Am =Zm, + NM+M(4.2
  • B. .None of these
  • C. Am=Zm,+NM-MAZ
  • D. d/t

Explanation: The formula to calculate the mass defect (Δm\Delta mΔm) of a nucleus is given by:Δm=Z⋅mp+N⋅mn−M

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect as per given statement
  • C. Incorrect as per given statement
  • D. Incorrect as per given statement

Q3. Which of the given quantities remain constant in Step up transformer?

  • A. Voltage
  • B. .Current
  • C. Power
  • D. .Heat

Explanation: In a step-up transformer, the voltage increase and power conservation remain constant, while voltage, current, impedance, and current density change.

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. In a step-up transformer, the voltage increase and power conservation remain constant, while voltage, current, impedance, and current density change.
  • B. In a step-up transformer, the voltage increase and power conservation remain constant, while voltage, current, impedance, and current density change.
  • D. In a step-up transformer, the voltage increase and power conservation remain constant, while voltage, current, impedance, and current density change.

Q4. A one microfarad capacitor of a TV is 4000 V potential

  • A. 2x10-2J
  • B. 4x10-7J
  • C. 16J
  • D. 0.8J

Explanation: The question refers to a capacitor in a TV that has a capacitance of 1 microfarad (µF) and is charged to a potential difference, or voltage, of 4000 volts (V).The energy (E) stored in a capacitor can be calculated using the formula: E =1/2 CV2where:E is the energy stored in the capacitor, measured in joules (J)C is the capacitance of the capacitor, measured in farads (F)V is the potential difference across the capacitor, measured in volts (V)Substituting the given values into the formula, we get:E = 1/2 (1µF) (4000V)2Please note that 1 µF = 1e-6 F. So, the calculation becomes: E = 1/2 (1µF * 1e-6 F ) (4000V)2 = 4x10-7J

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect as per calculation.
  • C. Incorrect as per calculation.
  • D. Incorrect as per calculation.

Q5. When a wire is stretched and its radius becomes

  • A. A.4R
  • B. 3R
  • C. 5R
  • D. 8R

Q6. A coil current changes from 244M A in 0.05sec. If average induced emf is 8v, then coefficient of self inductance.

  • A. 0.01H
  • B. 1.64×10-6H
  • C. D.0.04H
  • D. C.0.2H

Explanation: Using formula:ε=−LΔt/ΔI

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect as per calculationε=−LΔt/ΔI​
  • C. Incorrect as per calculationε=−LΔt/ΔI​
  • D. Incorrect as per calculationε=−LΔt/ΔI​

Q7. Frequency of X-rays depends upon

  • A. A.Number of electrons striking target
  • B. NATURE OF of target
  • C. C.Accelerating voltage
  • D. Both B and C

Explanation: The frequency of X-rays depends on both the nature of the target material and the accelerating voltage applied in an X-ray tube. So, the correct answer is: Both B and C

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect asper fact and given condition
  • B. The frequency of X-rays depends on both the nature of the target material and the accelerating voltage applied in an X-ray tube. So, the correct answer is: Both B and C
  • C. The frequency of X-rays depends on both the nature of the target material and the accelerating voltage applied in an X-ray tube. So, the correct answer is: Both B and C

Q8. A shunt resistance used to convert it into_ parallel t to the galvanometer is

  • A. Avometer
  • B. B.Millimeter
  • C. D.Both A and B
  • D. C.Voltmeter

Explanation: A shunt resistance is used to convert a galvanometer into an ammeter. An ammeter is used to measure electric current. Therefore, the answer is "avometer."

Why the other options are wrong
  • B. Incorrect according to given condition
  • C. Incorrect according to given condition
  • D. Incorrect according to given condition

Q9. Bottom quark carries charge_

  • A. 2/3 * e
  • B. - 1/3 * e
  • C. 1/3 * e
  • D. - 2/3 * e

Explanation: The bottom quark carries an electric charge of −1/3e-, where e is the elementary charge. This charge is negative and one-third of the elementary charge.

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect as per fact and given condition
  • C. Incorrect as per fact and given condition
  • D. Incorrect as per fact and given condition

Q10. A 100 watt bulb is operated by 200 volts, the current flowing through the bulb is_

  • A. A.Zero 'apere
  • B. B.2.5amp
  • C. C.1 amp
  • D. D.0.5amp

Explanation: We need to find the resistance of the bulb. We can use the formula for power in terms of voltage and resistance:P=V2/RRearranging for resistance:R=V2/RNow, we can use Ohm's law to find the current (I):I=V/R So ,the current flowing through the bulb is 0.5 A

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect asper calculationI=V/R
  • B. Incorrect asper calculationI=V/R
  • C. Incorrect asper calculationI=V/R

Q11. The unit of permeability of free space is

  • A. (Tm)/A
  • B. (Tm)/(A ^ 2)
  • C. (Tm)/(A ^)
  • D. D. . None of these

Explanation: The unit of permeability of free space in terms of tesla (T) is tesla per ampere per meter (T⋅m/A).

Why the other options are wrong
  • B. Incorrect as per fact and given condition
  • C. Incorrect as per fact and given condition
  • D. Incorrect as per fact and given condition

Q12. The practical application for the phenomenon mutual induction is_

  • A. Alecire motor
  • B. Generator
  • C. DCGenerator
  • D. ACGenerator

Explanation: AC generators, also known as alternators, is practical application of mutual induction.

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect according to given statement
  • B. Incorrect according to given statement
  • C. Incorrect according to given statement

Q13. If the of a free electron doubles, its de-Broglie wavelength changes by the factor_

  • A. 1/(sqrt(2))
  • B. sqrt(2)
  • C. 1/2
  • D. 2

Explanation: The factor by which the de Broglie wavelength changes is 1/2

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect as per fact and given condition
  • B. Incorrect as per fact and given condition
  • D. Incorrect as per fact and given condition

Q14. The electric field as a potential gradient can be expressed as_

  • A. - VvXAr
  • B. Ar
  • C. (Delta*v)/(Delta*r)
  • D. (Delta*v)/(Delta*V)

Explanation: The electric field (E) as a potential gradient (V) can be expressed using the formula:E=−dV/dx

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect as per fact
  • B. Incorrect as per fact
  • D. Incorrect as per fact

Q15. The circuit in which current phase voltage are in phase , the power factor is_

  • A. 1
  • B. 2
  • C. -1
  • D. -2

Explanation: In a circuit where voltage and current are in phase, the power factor is 1

Why the other options are wrong
  • B. Incorrect asper fact and given condition
  • C. Incorrect asper fact and given condition
  • D. Incorrect asper fact and given condition

Q16. The ability to resist bending is called_

  • A. A.Ductility
  • B. B.Stiffness
  • C. C.Plasticity
  • D. D.Elasticity

Explanation: The ability to resist bending is called "stiffness" or "flexural rigidity.

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Ductility is the mechanical property of a material that describes its ability to undergo significant plastic deformation (deformation that is not reversible) before rupture or failure occurs.
  • C. Plasticity refers to the ability of a material to undergo permanent deformation or change in shape without fracturing when subjected to external forces
  • D. Elasticity, on the other hand, refers to the ability of a material to return to its original shape and size after the deforming forces are removed

Q17. The mathematical expression for self inductance coil is given by_

  • A. L = (N*theta)/1
  • B. L=μ⋅N2⋅A​/l
  • C. theta = n/(Li)
  • D. theta = N/(Li)

Explanation: Formula:L=μ⋅N2⋅A​/l

Why the other options are wrong
  • A. Incorrect formula
  • C. Incorrect formula
  • D. Incorrect formula

Q18. tance of a capacitor is givehibate. Windo

  • A. X = wc
  • B. X_{c}' = W
  • C. X_{c} = c/W * D
  • D. X_{c} = 1/W_{o}

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