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501.

Find the common difference of the Arithmetic progression 1a,3-a3a,3-2a3a, ...a≠0

Answer» Find the common difference of the Arithmetic progression 1a,3-a3a,3-2a3a, ...a0
502.

Match with the correct value of tanC×sinA in each case.

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Match with the correct value of tanC×sinA in each case.

503.

Find the area of quadrilateral ABCD whose vertices are A(−3, −1), B(−2, −4), C(4, −1) and D(3, 4).[CBSE 2013C]

Answer» Find the area of quadrilateral ABCD whose vertices are A(−3, −1), B(−2, −4), C(4, −1) and D(3, 4).

[CBSE 2013C]
504.

In an arithmetic progression, the 4th term is 11 and12th term is 35, then first term of the a.p

Answer» In an arithmetic progression, the 4th term is 11 and12th term is 35, then first term of the a.p
505.

If (a, 0) is a point on the line represented by the equation 2x−3y=4,, find the value of a.

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If (a, 0) is a point on the line represented by the equation 2x3y=4,, find the value of a.



506.

The side of a square is equal to the side of an equilateral triangle. The ratio of their areas is(a) 4 : 3(b) 2:3(c) 4:3(d) none of these

Answer» The side of a square is equal to the side of an equilateral triangle. The ratio of their areas is

(a) 4 : 3

(b) 2:3

(c) 4:3

(d) none of these
507.

For what value of k, is −3 a zero of the polynomial x2 + 11x + k?

Answer» For what value of k, is −3 a zero of the polynomial x2 + 11x + k?
508.

Solve each of the following given systems of equations graphically and find the vertices and area of the triangle formed by these lines and the x-axis: x−2y+2=0,2x+y−6=0.

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Solve each of the following given systems of equations graphically and find the vertices and area of the triangle formed by these lines and the x-axis:

x2y+2=0,2x+y6=0.

509.

Factorise the expression: 2xy+3x+2y+3.

Answer» Factorise the expression: 2xy+3x+2y+3.
510.

Prove the following identities: sin Asec A+tan A−1+cos Acosec A+cot A−1=1

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Prove the following identities:

sin Asec A+tan A1+cos Acosec A+cot A1=1

511.

34. prove that the perpendicular bisectors of the side of cyclic quadrilateral are conccurrent

Answer» 34. prove that the perpendicular bisectors of the side of cyclic quadrilateral are conccurrent
512.

Find the distance between the following pairs of points:(i) (2, 3), (4, 1)(ii) (−5, 7), (−1, 3)

Answer» Find the distance between the following pairs of points:

(i) (2, 3), (4, 1)

(ii) (−5, 7), (−1, 3)
513.

In the given figure, LMN is tangent to the circle with centre O. If ∠ PMN = 60∘, find ∠MOP.

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In the given figure, LMN is tangent to the circle with centre O. If PMN = 60, find MOP.




514.

5. The sum of p,q,r terms of an AP are a,b,c respectively. Show that: a(q-r)/p + b(r-p)/q + c(p-q)/r =0 .

Answer» 5. The sum of p,q,r terms of an AP are a,b,c respectively. Show that: a(q-r)/p + b(r-p)/q + c(p-q)/r =0 .
515.

The sum of two numbers is 9. The sum of their reciprocals is 1/2. Find the numbers.

Answer» The sum of two numbers is 9. The sum of their reciprocals is 1/2. Find the numbers.
516.

The total number of onto functions from the set A = (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) to the set B = {x, y} is _________.

Answer» The total number of onto functions from the set A = (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) to the set B = {x, y} is _________.
517.

The distribution below gives the weight of 30 students in a class. Find the median weight of students:Weight (in kg): 40-45 45-50 50-55 55-60 60-65 65-70 70-75No. of students: 2 3 8 6 6 3 2

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The distribution below gives the weight of 30 students in a class. Find the median weight of students:

Weight (in kg): 40-45 45-50 50-55 55-60 60-65 65-70 70-75

No. of students: 2 3 8 6 6 3 2



518.

In the given figure, AB is a diameter and AC is a chord of the circle and the tangent at C intersects AB produced in D. If ∠BAC=30∘, then find the value of ∠CDB

Answer» In the given figure, AB is a diameter and AC is a chord of the circle and the tangent at C intersects AB produced in D. If BAC=30, then find the value of CDB


519.

Find the zeroes of the following quadratic polynomials and verify the following relationship between the zeroes and the coefficients.1)1+3x-18x^2

Answer» Find the zeroes of the following quadratic polynomials and verify the following relationship between the zeroes and the coefficients.
1)1+3x-18x^2
520.

{ A. Find the angle made by the straight line }y=-\sqrt3x+3 with the positive direction of the }X - axis }} measured in the counter-clockwise direction.

Answer» { A. Find the angle made by the straight line }y=-\sqrt3x+3 with the positive direction of the }X - axis }} measured in the counter-clockwise direction.
521.

Construct triangle BCP, where CB = 5 cm, BP = 4 cm, ∠PBC = 45∘. Complete the rectangle ABCD such that i.P is equidistant from AB and BC; and ii.P is equidistant from C and D. Measure the length of AB.

Answer»

Construct triangle BCP, where CB = 5 cm, BP = 4 cm, PBC = 45. Complete the rectangle ABCD such that

i.P is equidistant from AB and BC; and

ii.P is equidistant from C and D. Measure the length of AB.


522.

An A.P. consists of 60 terms. If the first and the last terms be 7 and 125 respectively, find the 32nd term.

Answer» An A.P. consists of 60 terms. If the first and the last terms be 7 and 125 respectively, find the 32nd term.
523.

From a point on a bridge across a river, the angles of depression of the banks on opposite sides of the river are 30∘ and 45∘, respectively. If the width of the river is 12 m , find the height of the bridge.

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From a point on a bridge across a river, the angles of depression of the banks on opposite sides of the river are 30 and 45, respectively. If the width of the river is 12 m , find the height of the bridge.



524.

Let an be the nth term of the G.P. of positive numbers. Let ∑100n=1a2n=α and ∑100n=1a2n−1=β, such that such that α≠β. Prove that the common ratio of the G.P. is αβ.

Answer»

Let an be the nth term of the G.P. of positive numbers. Let 100n=1a2n=α and 100n=1a2n1=β, such that such that αβ. Prove that the common ratio of the G.P. is αβ.

525.

If from a positive number, twice its reciprocal is subtracted, we get 1. Then the number is ___.

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If from a positive number, twice its reciprocal is subtracted, we get 1. Then the number is ___.


526.

If only 2 workers were employed on this job on Day 4, what could be the minimum amount that Mr. Shyam pays the workers for this job for 6 days?

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If only 2 workers were employed on this job on Day 4, what could be the minimum amount that Mr. Shyam pays the workers for this job for 6 days?


527.

12 is the mean proportional of _____________.

Answer»

12 is the mean proportional of _____________.


528.

In fig., two circles with centres A and B touch each other externally at k. The length of PQ (in cm) is

Answer»

In fig., two circles with centres A and B touch each other externally at k. The length of PQ (in cm) is


529.

Question 1In figure, if ∠BAC=90∘ and AD⊥BC. Then,(A) BD.CD=BC2(B) AB.AC=BC2(C) BD.CD=AD2(D) AB.AC=AD2

Answer» Question 1

In figure, if BAC=90 and ADBC. Then,





(A) BD.CD=BC2

(B) AB.AC=BC2

(C) BD.CD=AD2

(D) AB.AC=AD2


530.

Prove that SinA(1+tanA)+cosA(1+cotA)=secA+coecA

Answer» Prove that SinA(1+tanA)+cosA(1+cotA)=secA+coecA
531.

A = {: 11 – 5 > 7 + 3, ε R} & B = {: 18 – 9 > 12 + 15, ε R}. Find the range of set A ∩ B and represent it on a number line.

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A = {: 11 – 5 > 7 + 3, ε R} & B = {: 18 – 9 > 12 + 15, ε R}. Find the range of set A ∩ B and represent it on a number line.


532.

Given that ∆ABC~∆DEF, ∠A = 50o, ∠C = 35o, ∠E = ?

Answer»

Given that ∆ABC~∆DEF, ∠A = 50o, ∠C = 35o, ∠E = ?


533.

D, E and F are the points on sides BC, CA and AB respectively of ΔABC such that All bisects ∠A, BE bisects ∠VBand CF bisects ∠C. If AB = 5 cm, BC = 8 cm and CA = 4cm determine AF. CE and BD.

Answer»

D, E and F are the points on sides BC, CA and AB respectively of ΔABC such that All bisects A, BE bisects VBand CF bisects C. If AB = 5 cm, BC = 8 cm and CA = 4cm determine AF. CE and BD.

534.

A plane left 40 minutes late due to bad weather and in order to reach its destination, 1600km away in time, it had to increase its speed by 400km/hr from its usual speed. Find the usual speed of the plane.

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A plane left 40 minutes late due to bad weather and in order to reach its destination, 1600km away in time, it had to increase its speed by 400km/hr from its usual speed. Find the usual speed of the plane.

535.

The value of the expression sin222°+sin268°cos222°+cos268°+sin263°+cos 63° sin 27° is ________.

Answer» The value of the expression sin222°+sin268°cos222°+cos268°+sin263°+cos 63° sin 27° is ________.
536.

△ABC and △DEF are similar such that 2AB=DE and BC=8 cm. Find EF.

Answer» ABC and DEF are similar such that 2AB=DE and BC=8 cm. Find EF.
537.

The angle of elevation of an aeroplane from a point on the ground is 45°. After flying for 15 seconds, the elevation changes to 30°. If the aeroplane is flying at a height of 2500 metres, find the speed of the aeroplane.

Answer» The angle of elevation of an aeroplane from a point on the ground is 45°. After flying for 15 seconds, the elevation changes to 30°. If the aeroplane is flying at a height of 2500 metres, find the speed of the aeroplane.
538.

Using factor theorem show that ( – 3) is a factor of 3 – 72 + 15 – 9. Hence factorise the expression completely.

Answer»

Using factor theorem show that ( – 3) is a factor of 3 – 72 + 15 – 9. Hence factorise the expression completely.


539.

In the picture O is the centre of the circle and A, B, C are points on it. Then ∠OAC+∠ABC equals ___

Answer»

In the picture O is the centre of the circle and A, B, C are points on it. Then OAC+ABC equals ___


540.

Competent Ltd. issued a prospectus inviting applications for 50,000 Equity Shares of ₹ 10 each, payable ₹ 5 as per application (including ₹ 2 as premium), ₹ 4 as per allotment and the balance towards first and final call.Applications were received for 65,000 shares. Application money received on 5,000 shares was refunded with letter of regret and allotments were made on pro rata basis to the applicants of 60,000 shares. Money overpaid on applications including premium was adjusted on account of sums due on allotment.Mr. Sharma to whom 700 shares were allotted failed to pay the allotment money and his shares were forfeited by the Directors on his subsequently failure to pay the call money.All the forfeited shares were subsequently sold to Mr. Jain credited as fully paid-up for ₹ 9 per share.You are required to set out the Journal entries and the relevant entries in the Cash Book.

Answer»

Competent Ltd. issued a prospectus inviting applications for 50,000 Equity Shares of ₹ 10 each, payable ₹ 5 as per application (including ₹ 2 as premium), ₹ 4 as per allotment and the balance towards first and final call.



Applications were received for 65,000 shares. Application money received on 5,000 shares was refunded with letter of regret and allotments were made on pro rata basis to the applicants of 60,000 shares. Money overpaid on applications including premium was adjusted on account of sums due on allotment.


Mr. Sharma to whom 700 shares were allotted failed to pay the allotment money and his shares were forfeited by the Directors on his subsequently failure to pay the call money.

All the forfeited shares were subsequently sold to Mr. Jain credited as fully paid-up for ₹ 9 per share.


You are required to set out the Journal entries and the relevant entries in the Cash Book.
541.

Compute the indicated product(i) [ab−ba][a−bba](ii) ⎡⎢⎣123⎤⎥⎦[234](iii) [1−223][123231](iv) ⎡⎢⎣234345456⎤⎥⎦⎡⎢⎣1−35024305⎤⎥⎦(v) ⎡⎢⎣2132−11⎤⎥⎦[101−121](vi) [3−13−102]⎡⎢⎣2−31031⎤⎥⎦

Answer» Compute the indicated product

(i) [abba][abba]

(ii) 123[234]

(iii) [1223][123231]

(iv) 234345456135024305

(v) 213211[101121]

(vi) [313102]231031
542.

If Sn is the sum of the first n even natural numbers, then which of the following leave no remainder on dividing Sn ?

Answer»

If Sn is the sum of the first n even natural numbers, then which of the following leave no remainder on dividing Sn ?


543.

Which one of the following has point symmetry about the origin?

Answer»

Which one of the following has point symmetry about the origin?


544.

Question 16 A right circular cylinder of radius r cm and height h cm (where, h>2r) just encloses a sphere of diameter. (A) r cm (B) 2r cm (C) h cm (D) 2 h cm

Answer» Question 16
A right circular cylinder of radius r cm and height h cm (where, h>2r) just encloses a sphere of diameter.
(A) r cm
(B) 2r cm
(C) h cm
(D) 2 h cm
545.

The quadratic polynomials, the sum and product of whose zeroes are 7 and 12 are given by _________.

Answer» The quadratic polynomials, the sum and product of whose zeroes are 7 and 12 are given by _________.
546.

If p(x)=x2−2√2x+1, then p(2√2) is equal to A) 0 B) 1 C) 4√2 D) 8√2+1

Answer»

If p(x)=x222x+1, then p(22) is equal to

A) 0
B) 1
C) 42
D) 82+1

547.

The following table gives the number of children of 150 families in a village No. of children (x) : 0 1 2 3 4 5 No. of families (f) : 10 21 55 42 15 7 Find the average number of children per family.

Answer»

The following table gives the number of children of 150 families in a village
No. of children (x) : 0 1 2 3 4 5
No. of families (f) : 10 21 55 42 15 7
Find the average number of children per family.

548.

Question 111 Living on his own Sanjay is looking for one bedroom apartment for rent. At Neelgiri apartment, rent for the first two months is 20% off. The one bedroom rate at Neelgiri is Rs.6000 per month. At Savana apartment, the first month is 50% off. The one bedroom rate at Savana apartment is 7000 per month. Which apartment will be cheaper for the first two months? By how much?

Answer»

Question 111

Living on his own Sanjay is looking for one bedroom apartment for rent. At Neelgiri apartment, rent for the first two months is 20% off. The one bedroom rate at Neelgiri is Rs.6000 per month. At Savana apartment, the first month is 50% off. The one bedroom rate at Savana apartment is 7000 per month. Which apartment will be cheaper for the first two months? By how much?

549.

Question 4 (ix) Which of the following are APs? If they form an A.P. Find the common difference d and write three more terms. (ix) 1, 3, 9, 27, …

Answer»

Question 4 (ix)
Which of the following are APs? If they form an A.P. Find the common difference d and write three more terms.
(ix) 1, 3, 9, 27, …

550.

Two circles touch each other externally at a point C and P is a point on the common tangent at C. If PA and PB are tangents to the two circles, prove that PA = PB.

Answer»

Two circles touch each other externally at a point C and P is a point on the common tangent at C. If PA and PB are tangents to the two circles, prove that PA = PB.