Mathematics

UPSC Mathematics 2024

All 16 questions from the 2024 Civil Services Mains Mathematics paper across 2 papers — 800 marks in total. Each question comes with a detailed evaluation rubric, directive word analysis, and model answer points.

16Questions
800Total marks
2Papers
2024Exam year

Paper I

8 questions · 400 marks
Q1
50M Compulsory solve Linear algebra and calculus

(a) Let H be a subspace of R⁴ spanned by the vectors v₁ = (1, –2, 5, –3), v₂ = (2, 3, 1, –4), v₃ = (3, 8, –3, –5). Then find a basis and dimension of H, and extend the basis of H to a basis of R⁴. (10 marks) (b) Let T : R³ → R³ be a linear operator and B = {v₁, v₂, v₃} be a basis of R³ over R. Suppose that Tv₁ = (1, 1, 0), Tv₂ = (1, 0, –1), Tv₃ = (2, 1, –1). Find a basis for the range space and null space of T. (10 marks) (c) Discuss the continuity of the function f(x) = { 1/(1–e^(–1/x)), x ≠ 0 { 0, x = 0 for all values of x. (10 marks) (d) Expand ln(x) in powers of (x–1) by Taylor's theorem and hence find the value of ln(1·1) correct up to four decimal places. (10 marks) (e) Find the equation of the right circular cylinder which passes through the circle x² + y² + z² = 9, x – y + z = 3. (10 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve each sub-part systematically with approximately equal time allocation (2 marks per minute). For (a), use row reduction to find basis and extend; for (b), construct matrix representation to find range and null spaces; for (c), analyze left and right limits at x=0 and behavior at other points; for (d), apply Taylor expansion about x=1 with Lagrange remainder; for (e), use the standard cylinder formula with given circle as directrix. Present solutions clearly with proper mathematical notation.

  • For (a): Correctly row reduce the matrix formed by v₁, v₂, v₃ to identify linearly independent vectors, state dim(H)=2, and find two appropriate vectors to extend basis to R⁴
  • For (b): Construct the matrix of T relative to standard basis, correctly identify rank(T)=2 for range space basis, and solve Tx=0 to find null space basis with dimension 1
  • For (c): Evaluate lim(x→0⁺) f(x) = 1, lim(x→0⁻) f(x) = 0, conclude discontinuity at x=0 (jump discontinuity), and verify continuity elsewhere
  • For (d): Derive Taylor series ln(x) = Σ(-1)^(n+1)(x-1)^n/n for 0<x≤2, compute ln(1.1) ≈ 0.0953 using first 4-5 terms with error estimation
  • For (e): Identify center (0,0,0), radius √3, axis direction (1,-1,1), and derive cylinder equation (x+y)² + (y+z)² + (z+x)² = 18 or equivalent standard form
Q2
50M solve Linear operators and multivariable calculus

(a) Consider a linear operator T on R³ over R defined by T(x, y, z) = (2x, 4x – y, 2x + 3y – z). Is T invertible? If yes, justify your answer and find T⁻¹. (15 marks) (b) If u = (x+y)/(1-xy) and v = tan⁻¹x + tan⁻¹y, then find ∂(u, v)/∂(x, y). Are u and v functionally related? If yes, find the relationship. (15 marks) (c) Find the image of the line x = 3-6t, y = 2t, z = 3+2t in the plane 3x+4y-5z+26 = 0. (20 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve all three parts systematically, allocating approximately 30% time to part (a) on linear operator invertibility, 30% to part (b) on Jacobian and functional dependence, and 40% to part (c) on finding image of a line in a plane. Begin each part with clear statement of the mathematical approach, show complete working with logical flow, and conclude with verified final answers. For part (c), explicitly verify that the given line intersects the plane before finding the image line.

  • For (a): Construct matrix representation of T, compute determinant to establish invertibility (det = 2 ≠ 0), and find inverse using adjugate or row reduction: T⁻¹(x,y,z) = (x/2, 2x-y, 7x-3y-z)/2
  • For (b): Compute Jacobian ∂(u,v)/∂(x,y) = 0, establishing functional dependence; derive relationship u = tan(v) using tan⁻¹ addition formula
  • For (c): Verify line intersects plane at point P(3,0,3), find direction vector of image line using reflection formula or two-point method with foot of perpendicular
  • For (c): Correctly apply image line formula: find reflected point or use symmetric point method to determine image line equation
  • All parts: Explicit verification of results (TT⁻¹ = I for (a), direct substitution for (b), checking image line lies in plane for (c))
Q3
50M solve Linear algebra, optimization and 3D geometry

(a) Let V = M₂ₓ₂(ℝ) denote a vector space over the field of real numbers. Find the matrix of the linear mapping φ: V → V given by φ(v) = $\begin{pmatrix} 1 & 2 \\ 3 & -1 \end{pmatrix}$v with respect to standard basis of M₂ₓ₂(ℝ), and hence find the rank of φ. Is φ invertible? Justify your answer. (15 marks) (b) Find the volume of the greatest cylinder which can be inscribed in a cone of height h and semi-vertical angle α. (20 marks) (c) Find the vertex of the cone 4x² - y² + 2z² + 2xy - 3yz + 12x - 11y + 6z + 4 = 0. (15 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve all three parts systematically, allocating approximately 30% time to part (a) on linear mapping matrix representation, 40% to part (b) on optimization using calculus for the inscribed cylinder, and 30% to part (c) on finding the cone vertex through partial derivatives. Begin with clear identification of basis elements for (a), set up coordinate geometry for (b) with proper diagrammatic visualization, and use the condition for singular points for (c). Present each part with distinct sub-headings and conclude with boxed final answers.

  • For (a): Correctly identify standard basis {E₁₁, E₁₂, E₂₁, E₂₂} of M₂ₓ₂(ℝ), compute φ(Eᵢⱼ) for each basis element, and construct the 4×4 matrix representation; determine rank via row reduction or determinant, and conclude non-invertibility due to zero determinant
  • For (a): Explicitly state that φ is not invertible because det(φ) = 0 (the representing matrix is singular), connecting to the original 2×2 matrix having determinant -7 ≠ 0 but the induced map on 4×4 space being singular
  • For (b): Set up coordinate system with cone vertex at origin, axis along z-axis, derive cone equation z = r cot(α), express cylinder volume V = πr²(h - r cot(α)) or equivalent, apply dV/dr = 0 to find optimal r = (2h/3)tan(α), and compute maximum volume V_max = (4πh³/27)tan²(α)
  • For (b): Verify second derivative test confirms maximum, and express final volume in terms of given parameters h and α with proper dimensional analysis
  • For (c): Apply condition that vertex satisfies ∂F/∂x = ∂F/∂y = ∂F/∂z = 0 for F(x,y,z) = 0, solve the resulting linear system: 8x + 2y + 12 = 0, -2y + 2x - 3z - 11 = 0, 4z - 3y + 6 = 0 to obtain vertex coordinates
  • For (c): Verify the solution satisfies original cone equation and confirm the point is indeed a singular point (vertex) by checking all partial derivatives vanish simultaneously
Q4
50M solve Eigenvalues, multiple integration and sphere geometry

(a) Let A = $\begin{pmatrix} 3 & 2 & 4 \\ 2 & 0 & 2 \\ 4 & 2 & 3 \end{pmatrix}$ be a 3×3 matrix. Find the eigenvalues and the corresponding eigenvectors of A. Hence find the eigenvalues and the corresponding eigenvectors of A⁻¹⁵, where A⁻¹⁵ = (A⁻¹)¹⁵. (20 marks) (b) Using double integration, find the area lying inside the cardioid r = a(1+cos θ) and outside the circle r = a. (15 marks) (c) Find the equation of the sphere which touches the plane 3x+2y-z+2=0 at the point (1, -2, 1) and cuts orthogonally the sphere x²+y²+z²-4x+6y+4=0. (15 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve all three parts systematically, allocating approximately 40% of time to part (a) due to its 20 marks weightage, and 30% each to parts (b) and (c). Begin with setting up the characteristic equation for eigenvalues in (a), then proceed to polar integration for the cardioid area in (b), and finally apply the orthogonal sphere condition in (c). Present each part with clear headings and show all computational steps explicitly.

  • Part (a): Correct characteristic equation det(A-λI)=0 yielding λ³-6λ²-3λ+18=0, eigenvalues λ=6,-1,-1, corresponding eigenvectors for distinct and repeated eigenvalues, and application of eigenvalue power property for A⁻¹⁵
  • Part (a): Proper handling of inverse matrix eigenvalues (reciprocals) raised to power 15, giving eigenvalues (1/6)¹⁵, (-1)¹⁵=-1, (-1)¹⁵=-1 with same eigenvectors
  • Part (b): Correct identification of intersection points at θ=±π/2, proper setup of double integral ∫∫ r dr dθ with limits r from a to a(1+cos θ) and θ from -π/2 to π/2
  • Part (b): Accurate evaluation yielding area = a²(8+π)/2 or equivalent simplified form, with correct polar area element r dr dθ
  • Part (c): Application of sphere touching plane condition: center lies on normal line through (1,-2,1), giving center as (1+3t, -2+2t, 1-t)
  • Part (c): Use of orthogonal spheres condition 2u₁u₂+2v₁v₂+2w₁w₂=d₁+d₂ for spheres x²+y²+z²+2ux+2vy+2wz+d=0, leading to correct radius and final equation
Q5
50M Compulsory solve Differential equations, vector calculus, mechanics

(a) Find the orthogonal trajectories of the family of curves r = c(sec θ + tan θ), where c is a parameter. (10 marks) (b) Solve the integral equation y(t) = cos t + ∫₀ᵗ y(x) cos(t-x)dx using Laplace transform. (10 marks) (c) At any time t (in seconds), the coterminous edges of a variable parallelepiped are represented by the vectors ᾱ = tî + (t+1)ĵ + (2t+1)k̂ β̄ = 2tî + (3t-1)ĵ + tk̂ γ̄ = î + 3tĵ + k̂ What is the rate of change of the vectorial area of the parallelogram, whose coterminous edges are ᾱ and γ̄? Also find the rate of change of the volume of the parallelepiped at t = 1 second. (10 marks) (d) A solid hemisphere rests in equilibrium on a solid sphere of equal radius. Determine the stability of the equilibrium in the two situations—(i) when the curved surface and (ii) when the flat surface of the hemisphere rests on the sphere. (10 marks) (e) (i) Let C be a plane curve r̄(t) = f(t)î + g(t)ĵ, where f and g have second-order derivatives. Show that the curvature at a point is given by κ = |f'(t)g''(t) - g'(t)f''(t)| / ([f'(t)]² + [g'(t)]²)^(3/2) What is the value of torsion τ at any point of this curve? (5 marks) (ii) Show that the principal normals at two consecutive points of a curve do not intersect unless torsion τ is zero. (5 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve each sub-part systematically, allocating approximately 15-18 minutes per 10-mark section. For (a), convert to Cartesian or use polar differential equation for orthogonal trajectories; for (b), apply Laplace transform with convolution theorem; for (c), use vector cross and triple products with time differentiation; for (d), apply potential energy method for stability analysis; for (e)(i)-(ii), derive curvature formula and analyze principal normal geometry. Present solutions with clear headings for each sub-part.

  • (a) Convert r = c(sec θ + tan θ) to r(1 - sin θ) = c or equivalent, find dr/dθ, replace dθ/dr by -r²(dr/dθ) for orthogonal trajectories, integrate to get final family
  • (b) Recognize convolution structure, apply Laplace transform to get Y(s) = s/(s²+1) + Y(s)·s/(s²+1), solve for Y(s), invert to get y(t) = 1 + t²/2 or equivalent closed form
  • (c) Compute ᾱ × γ̄, differentiate with respect to t for rate of change of vectorial area; compute [ᾱ β̄ γ̄] as scalar triple product, differentiate and evaluate at t=1 for volume rate
  • (d) For curved surface down: hemisphere center below sphere center, small displacement raises CG, stable equilibrium; for flat surface down: hemisphere rocks with CG rising then falling, analyze restoring torque, unstable equilibrium
  • (e)(i) Derive curvature using κ = |r̄' × r̄''|/|r̄'|³ for plane curve, show numerator reduces to |f'g'' - g'f''|, note τ = 0 for plane curves
  • (e)(ii) Parametrize consecutive points as r̄(s) and r̄(s+δs), write principal normal lines, show intersection condition requires coplanarity implying τ = 0
Q6
50M solve Mechanics, simple harmonic motion, differential equations

(a) A regular tetrahedron, formed of six light rods, each of length l, rests on a smooth horizontal plane. A ring of weight W and radius r is supported by the slant sides. Using the principle of virtual work, find the stress in any of the horizontal sides. (15 marks) (b) A particle executes simple harmonic motion such that in two of its positions, velocities are u and v, and the two corresponding accelerations are f₁ and f₂. For what value(s) of k, the distance between the two positions is k(v² - u²)? Show also that the amplitude of the motion is 1/(f₂² - f₁²) [(u² - v²)(u²f₂² - v²f₁²)]^(1/2) (15 marks) (c) (i) Find the second solution of the differential equation xy'' + (x-1)y' - y = 0 using u(x) = -e^{-x} as one of the solutions. (10 marks) (ii) Find the general solution of the differential equation x²y'' - 2xy' + 2y = x³ sin x by the method of variation of parameters. (10 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve all four sub-parts systematically, allocating approximately 30% time to part (a) on virtual work and tetrahedron geometry, 30% to part (b) on SHM derivation, 20% to part (c)(i) on reduction of order, and 20% to part (c)(ii) on variation of parameters. Begin each part with clear statement of principles, show complete derivation with intermediate steps, and conclude with boxed final answers including proper units where applicable.

  • For (a): Correct geometry of tetrahedron with height h = l√(2/3), proper identification of virtual displacements, and application of principle of virtual work to find tension in horizontal rods as Wl/(3√(l²-3r²))
  • For (b): Derivation using v² = ω²(a²-x²) and f = -ω²x to establish k = 1/(2ω²) = 1/(2√(f₁f₂)), and rigorous algebraic manipulation to prove the amplitude formula
  • For (c)(i): Application of reduction of order with y = v(x)u(x) to obtain second solution y₂ = x-1 (or equivalent), verifying linear independence via Wronskian
  • For (c)(ii): Correct identification of complementary function y_c = c₁x + c₂x², computation of Wronskian W = x², determination of particular integral via variation of parameters yielding y_p = -x² sin x
  • Proper handling of singular points at x=0 in both differential equations of part (c), with justification of solution validity
Q7
50M solve Differential equations, dynamics, vector calculus

(a) State uniqueness theorem for the existence of unique solution of the initial value problem dy/dx = f(x, y), y(x₀) = y₀ in the rectangular region R: |x - x₀| ≤ a, |y - y₀| ≤ b. Test the existence and uniqueness of the solution of the initial value problem dy/dx = 2√y, y(1) = 0, in a suitable rectangle R. If more than one solution exist, then find all the solutions. (15 marks) (b) A heavy particle hanging vertically from a fixed point by a light inextensible string of length l starts to move with initial velocity u in a circle so as to make a complete revolution in a vertical plane. Show that the sum of tensions at the ends of any diameter is constant. (15 marks) (c) State Stokes' theorem and verify it for the vector field F⃗ = xyî + yzĵ + zxk̂ over the surface S, which is the upwardly oriented part of the cylinder z = 1 - x², for 0 ≤ x ≤ 1, -2 ≤ y ≤ 2. (20 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve all three sub-parts systematically, allocating approximately 25-30% time to part (a) on existence-uniqueness theorem, 25-30% to part (b) on vertical circular motion dynamics, and 40-45% to part (c) on Stokes' theorem verification as it carries the highest marks. Begin each part with precise statement of relevant theorems, followed by rigorous mathematical working, and conclude with clear final answers.

  • Part (a): Correct statement of Picard's existence and uniqueness theorem with conditions on f(x,y) and ∂f/∂y being continuous in R
  • Part (a): Identification that f(x,y) = 2√y is continuous but ∂f/∂y = 1/√y is unbounded at y=0, violating uniqueness condition
  • Part (a): Derivation of two distinct solutions: y=0 and y=(x-1)², proving non-uniqueness
  • Part (b): Application of energy conservation and tension formula T = mv²/l + mgcosθ for vertical circular motion
  • Part (b): Proof that T(θ) + T(θ+π) = 2mv₀²/l = constant, using velocity relation from energy equation
  • Part (c): Correct statement of Stokes' theorem: ∮_C F⃗·dr⃗ = ∬_S (∇×F⃗)·n̂ dS
  • Part (c): Computation of curl ∇×F⃗ = -yî - zĵ - xk̂ and proper parametrization of cylindrical surface
  • Part (c): Evaluation of both line integral around boundary curves and surface integral, showing equality
Q8
50M solve Laplace transform, Gauss divergence theorem, central force motion

(a) Using Laplace transform, solve the initial value problem y'' + 2y' + 5y = δ(t-2), y(0) = 0, y'(0) = 0 where δ(t-2) denotes the Dirac delta function. (15 marks) (b) Using Gauss divergence theorem, evaluate the integral ∬_S (y²î + xz³ĵ + (z-1)²k̂) · n̂ dS over the region bounded by the cylinder x² + y² = 16 and the planes z = 1 and z = 5. (15 marks) (c) A particle moves with a central acceleration μ(3/r³ + d²/r⁵) being projected from a distance d at an angle 45° with a velocity equal to that in a circle at the same distance. Prove that the time it takes to reach the centre of force is d²/√(2μ) (2 - π/2). (20 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve all three sub-parts systematically, allocating time proportionally to marks: spend ~30% on part (a) Laplace transform problem, ~30% on part (b) Gauss divergence theorem application, and ~40% on part (c) central force motion proof. Begin each part with clear statement of given data, show complete working with proper mathematical notation, and conclude with boxed final answers. For part (c), explicitly state all mechanical assumptions and reference central force theorems used.

  • Part (a): Apply Laplace transform to both sides, use L{δ(t-2)} = e^(-2s), solve for Y(s) = e^(-2s)/(s²+2s+5), complete the square to get e^(-2s)/[(s+1)²+4], then apply inverse transform with shift theorem to obtain y(t) = (1/2)e^(-(t-2))sin[2(t-2)]·H(t-2)
  • Part (b): Identify divergence of F = ∂(y²)/∂x + ∂(xz³)/∂y + ∂(z-1)²/∂z = 0 + 0 + 2(z-1) = 2(z-1), set up cylindrical coordinates with r: 0-4, θ: 0-2π, z: 1-5, evaluate ∫∫∫ 2(z-1) r dr dθ dz = 2 × 2π × 8 × 8 = 256π
  • Part (c): Verify initial conditions satisfy circular orbit velocity v² = μ(3/d² + 1/d²) = 4μ/d², use energy equation and angular momentum conservation, substitute u = 1/r to get differential equation, integrate with proper limits from r=d to r=0, show time integral yields d²/√(2μ) [arccos(0) - arccos(1/√2)] = d²/√(2μ)(2 - π/2)
  • Correct handling of Dirac delta function properties and Heaviside step function in part (a)
  • Proper application of divergence theorem with closed surface orientation and volume element in cylindrical coordinates for part (b)
  • Clear derivation of orbital equation and time integral transformation using substitution u = 1/r for part (c)

Paper II

8 questions · 400 marks
Q1
50M Compulsory prove Group theory, complex analysis, convergence, linear programming

(a) Let G be a finite group of order mn, where m and n are prime numbers with m > n. Show that G has at most one subgroup of order m. 10 marks (b) If w = f(z) is an analytic function of z, then show that $$(\frac{\partial^2}{\partial x^2} + \frac{\partial^2}{\partial y^2}) \log |f'(z)| = 0.$$ 10 marks (c) Test the convergence of $$\int\limits_{0}^{2} \frac{\log x}{\sqrt{(2-x)}} dx$$ . 10 marks (d) If φ and ψ are functions of x and y satisfying Laplace equation, then show that f(z) = p + iq, i = √−1 is an analytic function, where p = $$\frac{\partial \phi}{\partial y} - \frac{\partial \psi}{\partial x}$$ and q = $$\frac{\partial \phi}{\partial x} + \frac{\partial \psi}{\partial y}$$ . 10 marks (e) Use two phase method to solve the following linear programming problem : Maximize z = x₁ + 2x₂ subject to x₁ - x₂ ≥ 3 2x₁ + x₂ ≤ 10 x₁, x₂ ≥ 0 10 marks

Answer approach & key points

Prove the five mathematical statements systematically, allocating approximately 20% time to each sub-part since all carry equal marks. For (a), apply Sylow's theorems or Lagrange's theorem with counting arguments; for (b), use Cauchy-Riemann equations and harmonic function properties; for (c), apply limit comparison test or Dirichlet's test for improper integrals; for (d), verify Cauchy-Riemann equations using the given harmonic functions; for (e), execute Phase I (artificial variables) and Phase II (simplex method) with clear tableau presentations. Structure as five distinct proofs with clear headings, showing all logical steps without skipping to conclusions.

  • For (a): Apply Sylow's third theorem or direct counting argument using Lagrange's theorem to show uniqueness of subgroup of order m, noting that number of such subgroups divides n and is ≡ 1 (mod m), forcing exactly one subgroup
  • For (b): Express log|f'(z)| in terms of real and imaginary parts, apply Laplacian operator, and use analyticity of f(z) (Cauchy-Riemann equations) to show the sum of second partial derivatives vanishes identically
  • For (c): Identify singularities at x=0 and x=2, split integral, apply limit comparison test with appropriate standard integrals (e.g., 1/x^α near 0 and 1/(2-x)^β near 2) to establish convergence
  • For (d): Verify that p and q satisfy Cauchy-Riemann equations (∂p/∂x = ∂q/∂y and ∂p/∂y = -∂q/∂x) using the given Laplace equations for φ and ψ, and equality of mixed partials
  • For (e): Phase I: Introduce surplus and slack variables, add artificial variables for ≥ constraint, minimize sum of artificials; Phase II: Remove artificials, use final Phase I tableau to maximize original objective, obtaining optimal solution x₁=13/3, x₂=4/3, z=7
Q2
50M prove Convergence, group theory, complex analysis

(a) Using Cauchy's general principle of convergence, examine the convergence of the sequence < fₙ >, where fₙ = 1 + 1/1! + 1/2! + ... + 1/n!. 15 marks (b) Show that every homomorphic image of an abelian group is abelian, but the converse is not necessarily true. 15 marks (c) Find the function which is analytic inside and on the circle C : z = e^(iθ), 0 ≤ θ ≤ 2π and has the value (a² - 1) cos θ + i(a² + 1) sin θ ────────────────────────────── a⁴ - 2a² cos 2θ + 1 on the circumference of C, where a² > 1. 20 marks

Answer approach & key points

Prove the three mathematical statements systematically: for (a) apply Cauchy's general principle by showing |f_{n+p} - f_n| < ε for n ≥ m; for (b) prove the homomorphism property for abelian groups and provide a concrete counterexample for the converse; for (c) use Poisson's integral formula or Schwarz's formula to construct the analytic function from boundary values. Allocate approximately 30% time to (a), 30% to (b), and 40% to (c) given their mark distribution and complexity.

  • For (a): Correct application of Cauchy's general principle showing |f_{n+p} - f_n| = Σ_{k=n+1}^{n+p} 1/k! < 1/n!·(e-1) → 0 as n → ∞, establishing convergence to e
  • For (b): Proof that φ(ab) = φ(a)φ(b) = φ(b)φ(a) = φ(ba) for homomorphism φ: G → H when G is abelian; counterexample using S₃ (non-abelian) with abelian quotient S₃/A₃ ≅ ℤ₂
  • For (c): Recognition that boundary data represents real part of analytic function; application of Schwarz's formula or Poisson integral to find harmonic conjugate
  • For (c): Simplification of denominator using a⁴ - 2a²cos2θ + 1 = |a² - e^{2iθ}|² and identification with Re[(a²+z²)/(a²-z²)] or similar standard form
  • For (c): Final analytic function f(z) = (a²+z²)/(a²-z²) or equivalent verified on |z|=1
  • Clear logical flow with proper mathematical notation and statement of theorems used
Q3
50M solve Complex analysis, series differentiation, linear programming

(a) Locate the poles and their order for the function f(z) = 1/[z(sin πz)(z + 1/2)]. Also, find the residue of f(z) at these poles. (15 marks) (b) Consider the series Σ(n=1 to ∞) U_n(x), 0 ≤ x ≤ 1, the sum of whose first n terms is given by S_n(x) = (1/2n²)log(1 + n⁴x²), x ∈ [0,1]. Show that the given series can be differentiated term-by-term, though Σ(n=1 to ∞) U'_n(x), does not converge uniformly on [0,1]. (20 marks) (c) Using duality principle, solve the following linear programming problem: Minimize z = 4x₁ + 3x₂ + x₃ subject to x₁ + 2x₂ + 4x₃ ≥ 12, 3x₁ + 2x₂ + x₃ ≥ 8, x₁, x₂, x₃ ≥ 0. (15 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve this multi-part numerical problem by allocating approximately 30% time to part (a) on complex analysis, 40% to part (b) on series differentiation, and 30% to part (c) on linear programming via duality. Begin each part with clear identification of the mathematical technique required, proceed through systematic computation with explicit formula citations, and conclude with verified numerical answers for residues, convergence justification, and optimal primal/dual values.

  • For (a): Identify all poles at z = 0, z = -1/2, and z = n (n ∈ ℤ, n ≠ 0) with correct orders; calculate residues using Laurent series or limit formulas, especially handling the simple pole at z = -1/2 and double pole at z = 0
  • For (a): Correctly classify z = 0 as a double pole (order 2) due to the combined effect of z and sin(πz), and simple poles at z = n for non-zero integers
  • For (b): Derive U_n(x) = S_n(x) - S_{n-1}(x), show term-by-term differentiation is valid by verifying uniform convergence of ΣU_n(x) and conditions for differentiation under the series
  • For (b): Demonstrate that ΣU'_n(x) does not converge uniformly on [0,1] by analyzing the behavior at x = 0 versus x > 0, particularly showing sup-norm of partial sums does not tend to zero
  • For (c): Formulate the dual LP correctly (maximize w = 12y₁ + 8y₂ subject to y₁ + 3y₂ ≤ 4, 2y₁ + 2y₂ ≤ 3, 4y₁ + y₂ ≤ 1, y₁, y₂ ≥ 0), solve using graphical or simplex method, and apply complementary slackness to recover primal optimal solution
  • For (c): Verify strong duality by confirming equal optimal values and interpret shadow prices for the primal constraints
Q4
50M prove Ring theory, Riemann integration, assignment problem

(a) Consider the polynomial ring Z[x] over the ring Z of integers. Let S be an ideal of Z[x] generated by x. Show that S is prime but not a maximal ideal of Z[x]. (15 marks) (b) Find the upper and lower Riemann integrals for the function f defined on [0, 1] as follows: f(x) = (1-x²)^½, if x is rational; f(x) = (1-x), if x is irrational. Hence, show that f is not Riemann integrable on [0, 1]. (15 marks) (c) The personnel manager of a company wants to assign officers A, B and C to the regional offices at Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai. The cost of relocation (in thousand Rupees) of the three officers at the four regional offices are given below: | Officer | Delhi | Mumbai | Kolkata | Chennai | |---------|-------|--------|---------|---------| | A | 16 | 22 | 24 | 20 | | B | 10 | 32 | 26 | 16 | | C | 10 | 20 | 46 | 30 | Find the assignment which minimizes the total cost of relocation and also determine the minimum cost. (20 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Prove the three mathematical claims systematically: for (a) establish primality via quotient ring isomorphism to Z and non-maximality by embedding in (x,2); for (b) compute upper and lower Darboux sums using density of rationals and irrationals, showing unequal integrals; for (c) solve the unbalanced assignment problem by adding a dummy officer with zero costs, then apply Hungarian algorithm. Allocate approximately 30% time to (a), 35% to (b), and 35% to (c) reflecting their computational demands.

  • For (a): Prove S=(x) is prime by showing Z[x]/(x) ≅ Z is an integral domain; prove not maximal by showing (x) ⊂ (x,2) ⊂ Z[x] or noting Z is not a field
  • For (a): Correctly identify that maximality would require Z[x]/(x) to be a field, which Z is not
  • For (b): Establish that on any subinterval, sup f = √(1-x²) (achieved at rationals dense in [0,1]) and inf f = (1-x) (achieved at irrationals), using density arguments
  • For (b): Compute upper integral ∫₀¹ √(1-x²)dx = π/4 and lower integral ∫₀¹ (1-x)dx = 1/2, showing π/4 ≠ 1/2 hence non-integrability
  • For (c): Convert unbalanced 3×4 problem to balanced 4×4 by adding dummy officer D with zero costs; apply Hungarian algorithm steps correctly
  • For (c): Identify optimal assignment (e.g., A-Chennai, B-Delhi, C-Mumbai or equivalent) with minimum cost calculation in thousand Rupees
Q5
50M Compulsory solve PDE, linear algebra, Boolean algebra, mechanics, fluid dynamics

(a) Show that if f and g are arbitrary functions of their respective arguments, then u = f(x - kt + iαy) + g(x - kt - iαy), is a solution of ∂²u/∂x² + ∂²u/∂y² = (1/C²)∂²u/∂t², where α² = 1 - k²/C². (10 marks) (b) Solve the following system of linear equations by Gauss-Jordan method: (10 marks) 2x + 3y - z = 5 4x + 4y - 3z = 3 2x - 3y + 2z = 2 (c) (i) Determine the decimal equivalent in sign magnitude form of (8D)₁₆ and (FF)₁₆. (ii) Determine the decimal equivalent of (9B2.1A)₁₆. (10 marks) (d) A rough uniform board of mass m and length 2a rests on a smooth horizontal plane and a man of mass M walks on it from one end to the other. Find the distance covered by the board during this time. (10 marks) (e) The velocity potential φ of a flow is given by φ = (1/2)(x² + y² - 2z²). Determine the streamlines. (10 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve each sub-part systematically with clear mathematical derivations. For (a), verify the PDE solution by computing partial derivatives and substituting; for (b), apply Gauss-Jordan elimination with complete row operations; for (c), convert hexadecimal to decimal using positional weights and sign-magnitude interpretation; for (d), apply conservation of momentum for the man-board system; for (e), derive velocity components from potential and integrate for streamlines. Allocate approximately 20% time to each part given equal marks distribution.

  • Part (a): Correct computation of ∂u/∂x, ∂²u/∂x², ∂u/∂y, ∂²u/∂y², ∂u/∂t, ∂²u/∂t² using chain rule and verification that α² = 1 - k²/C² satisfies the wave equation
  • Part (b): Construction of augmented matrix, systematic row reduction to reduced row echelon form, and correct final values x = 1, y = 2, z = 3
  • Part (c)(i): Correct sign-magnitude interpretation: (8D)₁₆ = +141, (FF)₁₆ = -127 (8-bit) or -255 (extended); handling of MSB as sign bit
  • Part (c)(ii): Accurate hexadecimal conversion: (9B2.1A)₁₆ = 9×256 + 11×16 + 2 + 1/16 + 10/256 = 2482.1015625
  • Part (d): Application of center of mass conservation: board displacement = 2aM/(m+M) in opposite direction to man's motion
  • Part (e): Derivation of velocity components u = x, v = y, w = -2z and integration to obtain parametric streamlines x = x₀eᵗ, y = y₀eᵗ, z = z₀e⁻²ᵗ
Q6
50M derive Laplace equation, Boolean algebra, moment of inertia

(a) Show that the solution of the two-dimensional Laplace's equation ∂²φ(x,y)/∂x² + ∂²φ(x,y)/∂y² = 0, x ∈ (-∞, ∞), y ≥ 0 subject to the boundary condition φ(x,0) = f(x), x ∈ (-∞, ∞), along with φ(x,y) → 0 for |x| → ∞ and y → ∞ can be written in the form φ(x,y) = (y/π)∫_{-∞}^{∞} [f(ξ)dξ]/[y² + (x-ξ)²]. (20 marks) (b) Draw the logical circuit for the Boolean expression Y = ABC̄ + BC̄ + ĀB. Also, obtain the output Y (truth table) for the three input bit sequences: A = 10001111, B = 00111100, C = 11000100 (15 marks) (c) Find the moment of inertia of a quadrant of an elliptic disk x²/a² + y²/b² = 1, of mass M about the line passing through its centre and perpendicular to its plane. Given that the density at any point is proportional to xy. (15 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Derive the Poisson integral formula for Laplace's equation in part (a) using Fourier transform or Green's function method, spending approximately 40% of time due to its 20 marks weightage. For part (b), simplify the Boolean expression using Boolean algebra laws, design the logic circuit with AND/OR/NOT gates, and construct the truth table for the given bit sequences (~30% time). For part (c), set up the double integral for moment of inertia with variable density ρ = kxy, transform to elliptical coordinates, and evaluate carefully (~30% time). Present solutions with clear section headings for each part.

  • Part (a): Apply Fourier transform in x to convert PDE to ODE, solve the resulting equation φ̂(k,y) = A(k)e^{-|k|y}, apply boundary condition to find A(k) = f̂(k), then invert using convolution theorem with Poisson kernel
  • Part (a): Alternatively use Green's function method with image source for half-plane to derive the integral representation directly
  • Part (b): Simplify Y = ABC̄ + BC̄ + ĀB to Y = BC̄ + ĀB using absorption law, or further to minimal form, then draw circuit with 2 NOT gates, 2 AND gates, 1 OR gate
  • Part (b): Construct truth table showing A,B,C inputs and Y output, then evaluate Y for given 8-bit sequences by bitwise operation: Y = 00110000
  • Part (c): Set up I = ∫∫ ρ(x,y)(x²+y²)dA with ρ = kxy over first quadrant, use transformation x = arcosθ, y = brsinθ with Jacobian abr
  • Part (c): Determine k from total mass condition M = k∫∫xy dA = kab²/8, then evaluate I = (4M/π)(a²+b²) or equivalent simplified form
Q7
50M solve PDE, numerical integration, fluid dynamics

(a) Find the integral surface of the following quasi-linear equation $$(y - \phi) \frac{\partial \phi}{\partial x} + (\phi - x) \frac{\partial \phi}{\partial y} = x - y,$$ which passes through the curve $\phi = 0$, $xy = 1$ and through the circle $x + y + \phi = 0$, $x^2 + y^2 + \phi^2 = a^2$. (15 marks) (b) Integrate $f(x) = 5x^3 - 3x^2 + 2x + 1$ from $x = -2$ to $x = 4$ using (i) Simpson's $\frac{3}{8}$ rule with width h = 1, and (ii) Trapezoidal rule with width h = 1. (15 marks) (c) Let the velocity field $$u(x, y) = \frac{B(x^2 - y^2)}{(x^2 + y^2)^2}, \quad v(x, y) = \frac{2Bxy}{(x^2 + y^2)^2}, \quad w(x, y) = 0$$ satisfy the equations of motion for inviscid incompressible flow, where B is a constant. Determine the pressure associated with this velocity field. (20 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve all three parts systematically, allocating approximately 30% time to part (a) on Lagrange's auxiliary equations and integral surfaces, 30% to part (b) on numerical integration with proper tabulation for both Simpson's 3/8 and Trapezoidal rules, and 40% to part (c) on applying Euler's equations for inviscid flow to determine pressure distribution. Present each part with clear headings, show all working steps, and verify boundary conditions are satisfied.

  • Part (a): Formulate Lagrange's auxiliary equations dx/(y-φ) = dy/(φ-x) = dφ/(x-y) and find multipliers to obtain first integrals; apply both boundary conditions (hyperbola φ=0, xy=1 and circle x+y+φ=0, x²+y²+φ²=a²) to determine the integral surface
  • Part (b)(i): Apply Simpson's 3/8 rule with h=1 requiring 3n intervals; construct table for f(x)=5x³-3x²+2x+1 from x=-2 to x=4 (7 points), apply weights 1,3,3,2,3,3,1 and compute integral value
  • Part (b)(ii): Apply Trapezoidal rule with h=1; use same tabulated values with weights 1,2,2,2,2,2,1 and compare accuracy with exact analytical integration
  • Part (c): Verify incompressibility (∂u/∂x + ∂v/∂y = 0), identify this as a 2D dipole flow in potential flow theory; apply Euler equations ∂u/∂t + u∂u/∂x + v∂u/∂y = -1/ρ ∂p/∂x (similarly for y) to obtain pressure field p(x,y)
  • Part (c) continued: Integrate to find p = p∞ - ρ/2 (u²+v²) + C/r⁴ terms, or express pressure coefficient; handle singularity at origin appropriately and express final pressure in terms of B, ρ, and r²=x²+y²
Q8
50M solve PDE canonical form, interpolation, vortex dynamics

(a) Solve the partial differential equation $$\frac{\partial}{\partial y}\left(\frac{\partial \phi}{\partial x} + \phi\right) + 2x^2y\left(\frac{\partial \phi}{\partial x} + \phi\right) = 0$$ by transforming it to the canonical form. (15 marks) (b) Using Newton's forward difference formula for interpolation, estimate the value of f(2·5) from the following data: x : 1 2 3 4 5 6, f(x) : 0 1 8 27 64 125. (15 marks) (c) Suppose an infinite liquid contains two parallel, equal and opposite rectilinear vortices at a distance 2a. Show that the streamlines relative to the vortex are given by the equation $$\log \frac{x^2 + (y-a)^2}{x^2 + (y+a)^2} + \frac{y}{a} = C,$$ where C is a constant, the origin is the middle point of the join, and the line joining the vortices is the axis of y. (20 marks)

Answer approach & key points

Solve all three sub-parts systematically, allocating time proportionally to marks: approximately 18 minutes for part (a) on PDE canonical transformation, 18 minutes for part (b) on Newton's forward interpolation, and 24 minutes for part (c) on vortex dynamics derivation. Begin each part with clear identification of the method, show complete working with proper mathematical notation, and conclude with boxed final answers.

  • Part (a): Substitute u = ∂φ/∂x + φ to reduce the PDE to first-order form, then use integrating factor or characteristic method to obtain canonical form
  • Part (a): Correctly identify the canonical transformation and solve for φ in terms of arbitrary functions
  • Part (b): Construct forward difference table with proper spacing (h=1), identify correct node (x₀=1) and calculate u = (2.5-1)/1 = 1.5
  • Part (b): Apply Newton's forward formula with correct binomial coefficients and compute f(2.5) = 0 + 1.5(1) + 0.375(7) + ... leading to value 15.625 or exact verification
  • Part (c): Set up complex potential for two opposite vortices at (0,a) and (0,-a) with circulations ±κ
  • Part (c): Transform to moving frame with vortex velocity V = κ/(4πa), derive stream function ψ, and obtain streamline equation through algebraic manipulation
  • Part (c): Verify the final logarithmic form matches the required expression with constant C

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