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11 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

A retailer buys an article at its listed price from a wholesaler and sells it to a consumer in the same state after marking up the price by 20%. The list price of the article is ₹ 2500, and the rate of GST is 12%. What is the tax liability of the retailer to the central government?

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For retailer,

C.P. = ₹ 2500

G.S.T. = 12%

C.G.S.T. = $\frac{12}{2}$ % = 6%.

C.G.S.T. paid = $\frac{6}{100} \times 2500$ = ₹ 150.

Given,

Retailer sells the article to the consumer in the same state after marking up the price by 20%.

S.P. = ₹ 2500 + 20%

= ₹ 2500 + $\frac{20}{100} \times 2500$

= ₹ 2500 + ₹ 500

= ₹ 3000.

C.G.S.T. = 6%

C.G.S.T. charged = $\frac{6}{100} \times 3000$ = ₹ 180.

Tax liability = C.G.S.T. charged - C.G.S.T. given

= ₹ 180 - ₹ 150

= ₹ 30.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

21 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Dev brought an electrical fan which has a marked price of ₹ 800. If the GST on the goods is 7%, then the SGST is :

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Since, GST rate is 7%, then SGST = $\frac{7}{2}$ = 3.5%.

M.P. of electrical fan = ₹ 800.

SGST = 3.5% of ₹ 800

= $\frac{3.5}{100} \times 800$

= ₹ 28.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

31 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

₹ P is deposited for n number of months in a recurring deposit account which pays interest at the rate of r% per annum. The nature and time of interest calculated is :

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In a recurring deposit account,

By formula,

Interest = $P \times \frac{n(n + 1)}{2 \times 12} \times \frac{r}{100}$

∴ The nature and time of interest calculated is simple interest for one month.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

41 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Anwesha intended to open a Recurring Deposit account of ₹ 1000 per month for 1 year in a Bank, paying a 5% per annum rate of simple interest. The bank reduced the rate to 4% per annum. How much must Anwesha deposit monthly for 1 year so that her interest remains the same?

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In first case :

P = ₹ 1000

r = 5%

n = 12 months

Interest = $P \times \frac{n(n + 1)}{2 \times 12} \times \frac{r}{100}$

$$\begin{aligned}= 1000 \times \frac{12 \times (12 + 1)}{2 \times 12} \times \frac{5}{100} \\[1em] = 1000 \times \frac{12 \times 13}{2 \times 12} \times \frac{1}{20} \\[1em] = 25 \times 13 \\[1em] = ₹ 325.\end{aligned}$$

In second case :

P = ₹ x (Let)

r = 4%

n = 12 months

Interest = ₹ 325

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore 325 = x \times \frac{12 \times 13}{2 \times 12} \times \frac{4}{100} \\[1em] \Rightarrow 325 = x \times \frac{13}{2} \times \frac{1}{25}\\[1em] \Rightarrow x = \frac{325 \times 25 \times 2}{13} \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = \frac{16250}{13} = \text{₹ 1250.}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

51 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Mr. Das invests in ₹ 100, 12% shares of Company A available at ₹ 60 each. Mr. Singh invests in ₹ 50, 16% shares of Company B available at ₹ 40 each. Use this information to state which of the following statements is true.

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For Mr. Das,

Face value of each share = ₹ 100

Market value of each share = ₹ 60

Dividend per share = 12% of ₹ 100 = ₹ 12.

Rate of return = $\frac{\text{Dividend per share}}{\text{M.V. of each share}} \times 100 = \frac{12}{60} \times 100$ = 20%.

For Mr. Singh,

Face value of each share = ₹ 50

Market value of each share = ₹ 40

Dividend per share = 16% of ₹ 50 = ₹ 8.

Rate of return = $\frac{\text{Dividend per share}}{\text{M.V. of each share}} \times 100 = \frac{8}{40} \times 100$ = 20%.

∴ Both Mr. Das and Mr. Singh have the same rate of return of 20%.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

61 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Amit invested a certain sum of money in ₹ 100 shares, paying a 7.5% dividend. The rate of return on his investment is 10%. The money invested by Amit to purchase 10 shares is :

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Let ₹ P be the price per share.

Amit brought 10 shares, so total investment = ₹ 10P

Dividend = 7.5%

Dividend per share = $\frac{7.5}{100} \times 100$ = ₹ 7.5

Total dividend = ₹ 7.5 × 10 = ₹ 75.

Rate of return = 10%

By formula,

Rate of return × Investment = Dividend

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow 10% \times 10P = 75 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{10}{100} \times 10P = 75 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{100P}{100} = 75 \\[1em] \Rightarrow P = ₹ 75.\end{aligned}$$

Total investment = 10P = 10 × ₹75 = ₹750.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

71 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

If -3 ≤ -4x + 5 and x ∈ W, then the solution set is :

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Solving,

⇒ -3 ≤ -4x + 5

⇒ 4x ≤ 5 + 3

⇒ 4x ≤ 8

⇒ x ≤ $\frac{8}{4}$

⇒ x ≤ 2.

Since, x ≤ 2 and x ∈ W.

∴ Solution set = {0, 1, 2}.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

81 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

If -4x > 8y; then

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Solving,

⇒ -4x > 8y

⇒ 4x < -8y

⇒ x < $-\frac{8y}{4}$

⇒ x < -2y.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

91 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

The value/s of 'k' for which the quadratic equation 2x2 - kx + k = 0 has equal roots is (are) :

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Given,

Equation : 2x2 - kx + k = 0

a = 2, b = -k and c = k.

For equal roots,

⇒ Discriminant (D) = 0

⇒ b2 - 4ac = 0

⇒ (-k)2 - 4 × 2 × k = 0

⇒ k2 - 8k = 0

⇒ k(k - 8) = 0

⇒ k = 0 or k - 8 = 0

⇒ k = 0 or k = 8.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

101 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

If x = -2 is one of the solutions of the quadratic equation x2 + 3a - x = 0, then the value of 'a' is :

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Given,

x = -2 is one of the solutions of the quadratic equation x2 + 3a - x = 0.

∴ (-2)2 + 3a - (-2) = 0

⇒ 4 + 3a + 2 = 0

⇒ 3a + 6 = 0

⇒ 3a = -6

⇒ a = $-\frac{6}{3}$ = -2.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

111 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In solving a quadratic equation, one of the values of the variables x is 233.356. The solution rounded to two significant figures is :

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x = 233.356

On rounding off to two significant figures

x = 230.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

121 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining diagram, AB = x cm, BC = y cm and x - y = 7 cm. Area of △ ABC = 30 cm2. The length of AC is :

In the adjoining diagram, AB = x cm, BC = y cm and x - y = 7 cm. Area of △ ABC = 30 cm2. The length of AC is : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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By formula,

Area of triangle = $\frac{1}{2} \times \text{ base} \times \text{height}$

⇒ 30 = $\frac{1}{2} \times BC \times AB$

⇒ 30 = $\frac{1}{2} \times y \times x$

⇒ 30 = $\frac{xy}{2}$

⇒ xy = 60 ........(1)

Given,

⇒ x - y = 7

⇒ x = 7 + y ........(2)

Substituting value of x from equation (2) in (1), we get :

⇒ (7 + y)y = 60

⇒ 7y + y2 = 60

⇒ y2 + 7y - 60 = 0

⇒ y2 + 12y - 5y - 60 = 0

⇒ y(y + 12) - 5(y + 12) = 0

⇒ (y - 5)(y + 12) = 0

⇒ y - 5 = 0 or y + 12 = 0

⇒ y = 5 or y = -12.

Since, side cannot be negative,

∴ y = 5 cm.

Substituting value of y in equation (2), we get :

⇒ x = 7 + y = 7 + 5 = 12 cm.

In right angle triangle ABC,

By pythagoras theorem,

⇒ AC2 = AB2 + BC2

⇒ AC2 = x2 + y2

⇒ AC2 = 122 + 52

⇒ AC2 = 144 + 25

⇒ AC2 = 169

⇒ AC = $\sqrt{169}$ = 13 cm.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

131 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

If p, q, and r are in continued proportion, then :

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Since, p, q, and r are in continued proportion.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{p}{q} = \frac{q}{r} \\[1em] \Rightarrow q^2 = pr \text{ ........(1)}\end{aligned}$$

Solving,

p : r = p2 : q2

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{p}{r} = \frac{p^2}{q^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow q^2 = \frac{p^2 \times r}{p} \\[1em] \Rightarrow q^2 = pr \text{ .........(2)}\end{aligned}$$

Since, equation (1) and (2) are equal.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

141 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

The ratio of diameter to height of a Borosil cylindrical glass is 3 : 5. If the actual diameter of the glass is 6 cm, then the curved surface area of the glass is :

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Given,

Ratio of diameter to height of a Borosil cylindrical glass is 3 : 5.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{d}{h} = \frac{3}{5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{6}{h} = \frac{3}{5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow h = \frac{6 \times 5}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow h = 10 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Radius = $\frac{\text{Diameter}}{2} = \frac{6}{2}$ = 3 cm.

By formula,

Curved surface area of glass = 2πrh

= 2π × 3 × 10

= 60π cm2.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

151 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

If the polynomial 2x3 + 3x2 - 2x - 3 is completely divisible by (2x + a), and the quotient is equal to (x2 - 1), then one of the values of a is :

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Given,

The polynomial 2x3 + 3x2 - 2x - 3 is completely divisible by (2x + a) and quotient is equal to (x2 - 1).

∴ 2x3 + 3x2 - 2x - 3 = (2x + a)(x2 - 1)

⇒ 2x3 + 3x2 - 2x - 3 = 2x3 - 2x + ax2 - a

⇒ 2x3 - 2x3 + 3x2 - 2x + 2x - 3 = ax2 - a

⇒ 3x2 - 3 = ax2 - a

From above equation,

a = 3.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

161 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

A polynomial in x is x3 + 5x2 - kx - 24. Which of the following is a factor of the given polynomial so that the value of k is 2?

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By factor theorem,

(x - a) is a factor of f(x), if f(a) = 0.

Given,

Polynomial = x3 + 5x2 - kx - 24

If k = 2, then :

Polynomial = x3 + 5x2 - 2x - 24.

Dividing polynomial by (x + 4) or substituting -4 in polynomial, we get :

⇒ (-4)3 + 5(-4)2 - 2(-4) - 24

⇒ -64 + 5(16) + 8 - 24

⇒ -64 + 80 + 8 - 24

⇒ 88 - 88

⇒ 0.

Since, on substituting -4 in polynomial, we get remainder = 0.

∴ (x + 4) is the factor of x3 + 5x2 - kx - 24, when k = 2.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

171 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

If A = $$\begin{bmatrix*}[r] a & b \end{bmatrix*} \text{ and } \begin{bmatrix*}[r] c \\ d \end{bmatrix*}$$, then :

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Order of matrix A = 1 × 2

Order of matrix B = 2 × 1

Since, no. of columns in A is equal to the no. of rows in B and no. of columns in B is equal to the no. of rows in A.

∴ AB and BA are possible.

$$AB = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] a \times c + b \times d \end{bmatrix*} \\[1em] = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] ac + bd \end{bmatrix*}. \\[1em] BA = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] c \times a & c \times b \\ d \times a & d \times b \end{bmatrix*} \\[1em] = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] ca & cb \\ da & db \end{bmatrix*}.$$

∴ AB ≠ BA.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

181 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Matrix A = $$\begin{bmatrix*}[r] 6 & 9 \\ -4 & k \end{bmatrix*} \text{ such that } A^2 = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix*}$$. Then k is :

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Given, $$A^2 = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix*}$$.

$$\therefore \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 6 & 9 \\ -4 & k \end{bmatrix*}\begin{bmatrix*}[r] 6 & 9 \\ -4 & k \end{bmatrix*} = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix*} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 6 \times 6 + 9 \times (-4) & 6 \times 9 + 9 \times k \\ -4 \times 6 + k \times (-4) & (-4) \times 9 + k \times k \end{bmatrix*} = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix*} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 36 + (-36) & 54 + 9k \\ -24 - 4k & -36 + k^2 \end{bmatrix*} = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix*} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 0 & 54 + 9k \\ -24 - 4k & -36 + k^2 \end{bmatrix*} = \begin{bmatrix*}[r] 0 & 0 \\ 0 & 0 \end{bmatrix*} \\[1em] \Rightarrow 54 + 9k = 0 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 9k = -54 \\[1em] \Rightarrow k = -\frac{54}{9} = -6.$$

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

191 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

If the sum of n terms of an arithmetic progression Sn = n2 - n, then the third term of the series is :

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Given,

Sum of n terms of an arithmetic progression Sn = n2 - n.

S1 = 12 - 1 = 0,

S2 = 22 - 2 = 4 - 2 = 2,

S3 = 32 - 3 = 9 - 3 = 6.

Sum upto first term = First term = 0.

Given, sum upto 2 terms = 2 and first term = 0, second term = 2.

Sum upto third term = 6

∴ First term + Second term + Third term = 6

⇒ 0 + 2 + Third term = 6

⇒ Third term = 6 - 2 = 4.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

201 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Which of the following is not a geometric progression ?

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In the series,

2, 0, 4, 0, 8, 0

$\frac{0}{2} \ne \frac{4}{0}$

∴ 2, 0, 4, 0, 8, 0 is not a G.P.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

211 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining diagram, G is the centroid of △ ABC. A(3, -3), B(2, -6), C(x, y) and G(5, -5). The coordinates of point D are :

In the adjoining diagram, G is the centroid of △ ABC. A(3, -3), B(2, -6), C(x, y) and G(5, -5). The coordinates of point D are : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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By formula,

Centroid of triangle = $\Big(\frac{x_1 + x_2 + x_3}{3}, \frac{y_1 + y_2 + y_3}{3}\Big)$

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore (5, -5) = \Big(\frac{3 + 2 + x}{3}, \frac{(-3) + (-6) + y}{3}\Big) \\[1em] \Rightarrow (5, -5) = \Big(\frac{x + 5}{3}, \frac{y - 9}{3}\Big) \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{x + 5}{3} = 5 \text{ and } \frac{y - 9}{3} = -5 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x + 5 = 15 \text{ and } y - 9 = -15 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = 15 - 5 = 10 \text{ and } y = -15 + 9 = -6.\end{aligned}$$

C(x, y) = (10, -6).

Since, centroid is the point of intersection of all the three medians of a triangle.

∴ AD is the median.

∴ D is mid-point of BC.

$$\begin{aligned}D = \Big(\frac{2 + 10}{2}, \frac{(-6) + (-6)}{2}\Big) \\[1em] = \Big(\frac{12}{2}, \frac{-12}{2}\Big) \\[1em] = (6, -6).\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

221 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the given diagram, O is the origin and P is the mid-point of AB. The equation of OP is :

In the given diagram, O is the origin and P is the mid-point of AB. The equation of OP is : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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From graph,

A = (4, 0) and B = (0, 2).

Given,

P is the mid-point of AB.

P = $\Big(\frac{4 + 0}{2}, \frac{0 + 2}{2}\Big) = \Big(\frac{4}{2}, \frac{2}{2}\Big)$ = (2, 1).

By two-point form,

⇒ y - y1 = $\frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}(x - x_1)$

⇒ y - 1 = $\frac{1 - 0}{2 - 0}(x - 2)$

⇒ y - 1 = $\frac{1}{2}(x - 2)$

⇒ 2(y - 1) = x - 2

⇒ 2y - 2 = x - 2

⇒ 2y = x - 2 + 2

⇒ 2y = x.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

231 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the given figure line l1 is a parallel to line l2. If line l3 is perpendicular to line l1, then the slopes of lines l2 and l3 respectively are :

In the given figure line l1 is a parallel to line l2. If line l3 is perpendicular to line l1, then the slopes of lines l2 and l3 respectively are : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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Slope of line l1 = tan 45° = 1.

We know that,

Slope of parallel lines are equal.

Slope of line l2 = Slope of line l1 = 1.

We know that,

Product of slope of perpendicular lines is equal to -1.

⇒ Slope of line l2 × Slope of line l3 = -1

⇒ 1 × Slope of line l3 = -1

⇒ Slope of line l3 = -1.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

241 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Which of the following lines cut the positive x-axis and positive y-axis at equal distances form the origin?

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Substituting x = 0 in first equation,

⇒ 3(0) + 3y = 6

⇒ 3y = 6

⇒ y = $\frac{6}{3}$

⇒ y = 2.

The line touches y-axis at point (0, 2).

Substituting y = 0 in first equation,

⇒ 3x + 3(0) = 6

⇒ 3x = 6

⇒ x = $\frac{6}{3}$

⇒ x = 2.

The line touches y-axis at point (2, 0).

∴ Line 3x + 3y = 6 cuts positive x-axis and positive y-axis at equal distance i.e. 2 units form the origin.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

251 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the given diagram (not draw to scale), railway stations A, B, C, P and Q are connected by straight tracks. Track PQ is parallel to BC. The time taken by a train travelling at 90 km/hr to reach B from A by the shortest route is :

In the given diagram (not draw to scale), railway stations A, B, C, P and Q are connected by straight tracks. Track PQ is parallel to BC. The time taken by a train travelling at 90 km/hr to reach B from A by the shortest route is : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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In △ APQ and △ ABC,

⇒ ∠PAQ = ∠BAC (Common angle)

⇒ ∠APQ = ∠ABC (Corresponding angles are equal)

∴ △ APQ ~ △ ABC (By A.A. axiom)

From figure,

Let AP = x km.

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AP}{AB} = \frac{PQ}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{x}{AP + PB} = \frac{20}{50} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{x}{x + 18} = \frac{2}{5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow 5x = 2(x + 18) \\[1em] \Rightarrow 5x = 2x + 36 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 5x - 2x = 36 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 3x = 36 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = \frac{36}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = 12.\end{aligned}$$

AB = AP + BP = 12 + 18 = 30 km.

Time = $\frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Speed}} = \frac{AB}{90} = \frac{30}{90} = \frac{1}{3} \text{ hr} = \frac{1}{3} \times 60$ = 20 minutes.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

261 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the given diagram, △ ABC and △ DEF (not drawn to scale) are such that ∠C = ∠F and $\frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{BC}{EF}$, then

In the given diagram, △ ABC and △ DEF (not drawn to scale) are such that ∠C = ∠F and ABDE = BCEF, then : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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Given,

⇒ ∠C = ∠F

Since, the sides containing the angle may or may not be proportional,

i.e., we don't know if $\frac{AC}{DF}$ and $\frac{BC}{EF}$ are equal or not equal.

∴ Similarity of given triangles cannot be determined.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

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In the adjoining diagram, ST is not parallel to PQ. The necessary and sufficient conditions for △ PQR ~ △ TSR is :

In the adjoining diagram, ST is not parallel to PQ. The necessary and sufficient conditions for △ PQR ~ △ TSR is : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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Given,

△ PQR ~ △ TSR.

From figure,

⇒ ∠PRQ = ∠SRT (Common angle)

The order of vertices of two similar triangles are written in such a way that the corresponding vertices occupy the same position.

∴ ∠PQR = ∠TSR

∴ △ PQR ~ △ TSR (By A.A. axiom)

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

281 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

The scale factor of a picture and the actual height of Sonia is 20 cm : 1.6 m. If her height in the picture is 18 cm, then her actual height is :

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Scale factor of a picture and the actual height = 20 cm : 1.6 m = 20 cm : 160 cm

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Height in picture}}{\text{Actual height}} = \frac{\text{20 cm}}{\text{160 cm}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{18}{\text{Actual height}} = \frac{\text{20 cm}}{\text{160 cm}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Actual height} = \frac{18 \times 160}{20} = \text{144 cm} = 1.44 \text{ m}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

291 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, O is the center of the circle, and a semicircle is drawn on OA as the diameter. ∠APQ = 20°. The degree measure of ∠OAQ is :

In the adjoining figure, O is the center of the circle, and a semicircle is drawn on OA as the diameter. ∠APQ = 20°. The degree measure of ∠OAQ is : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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We know that,

Angle in a semi-circle is a right angle.

∴ ∠OQA = 90°

In △QAP,

⇒ ∠PQA + ∠QAP + ∠APQ = 180°

⇒ 90° + ∠QAP + 20° = 180°

⇒ ∠QAP = 180° - 90° - 20° = 70°.

In △OPA,

⇒ OA = OP (Radii of same circle)

⇒ ∠OAP = ∠OPA (Angle opposite to equal sides are equal)

⇒ ∠OAP = 20°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠OAQ = ∠QAP - ∠OAP = 70° - 20° = 50°.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

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In the given diagram, O is the center of the circle, and PQ is a tangent at A. If ∠ABC = 50°, then values of x, y and z respectively are :

In the given diagram, O is the center of the circle, and PQ is a tangent at A. If ∠ABC = 50°, then values of x, y and z respectively are : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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We know that,

The angle subtended by an arc at the centre is double the angle subtended by it at any point on the remaining part of the circle.

∴ ∠AOC (y) = 2∠ABC = 2 × 50° = 100°.

In △ AOC,

⇒ OA = OC (Radii of same circle)

⇒ ∠OAC = ∠OCA = z (Angle opposite to equal sides are equal)

By angle sum property of triangle,

⇒ ∠OAC + ∠OCA + ∠AOC = 180°

⇒ z + z + 100° = 180°

⇒ 2z = 180° - 100°

⇒ 2z = 80°

⇒ z = $\frac{80°}{2}$ = 40°.

We know that,

The tangent at any point of a circle is perpendicular to the radius through the point of contact.

⇒ ∠CAQ (x) = ∠OAQ - ∠OAC = 90° - 40° = 50°.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

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In the given figure, PT and QT are tangents to a circle such that ∠TPS = 45° and ∠TQS = 30°. Then, the value of x is :

In the given figure, PT and QT are tangents to a circle such that ∠TPS = 45° and ∠TQS = 30°. Then, the value of x is : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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We know that,

The angle between a tangent and a chord through point of contact is equal to an angle in the alternate segment.

∴ ∠SQP = ∠SPT = 45° and ∠SPQ = ∠SQT = 30°.

In △ SQP,

⇒ ∠SQP + ∠SPQ + ∠QSP = 180°

⇒ 45° + 30° + ∠QSP = 180°

⇒ 75° + ∠QSP = 180°

⇒ ∠QSP (x) = 180° - 75° = 105°.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

321 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

A cylindrical metallic wire is stretched to double its length. Which of the following will NOT change for the wire after stretching?

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On changing the shape of a container, its volume remains same.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

331 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

A right circular cone has the radius of the base equal to the height of the cone. If the volume of the cone is 9702 cu. cm, then the diameter of the base of the cone is :

$\Big[\text{Use } \pi = \frac{22}{7}\Big]$

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Given,

Height of cone (h) = Radius of cone (r) = a cm (let)

A right circular cone has the radius of the base equal to the height of the cone. If the volume of the cone is 9702 cu. cm, then the diameter of the base of the cone is : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.

Given,

Volume = 9702 cm3

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{1}{3}πr^2h = 9702 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{1}{3} \times \frac{22}{7} \times a^2 \times a = 9702 \\[1em] \Rightarrow a^3 = \frac{9702 \times 7 \times 3}{22} \\[1em] \Rightarrow a^3 = 441 \times 21 \\[1em] \Rightarrow a^3 = 9261 \\[1em] \Rightarrow a = \sqrt[3]{9261} = 21 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Diameter = 2 × radius = 2 × 21 = 42 cm.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

341 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

A solid sphere with a radius of 4 cm is cut into 4 identical pieces by two mutually perpendicular planes passing through its center. Find the total surface area of one-quarter piece.

A solid sphere with a radius of 4 cm is cut into 4 identical pieces by two mutually perpendicular planes passing through its center. Find the total surface area of one-quarter piece. Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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Total surface area of semi-hemisphere = 2πr2

= 2π × 42

= 2π × 16

= 32π.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

351 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Two identical solid hemispheres are kept in contact to form a sphere. The ratio of the total surface areas of two hemispheres to the surface area of the sphere formed is :

Two identical solid hemispheres are kept in contact to form a sphere. The ratio of the total surface areas of two hemispheres to the surface area of the sphere formed is : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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Let radius of hemisphere be r.

Total surface area of hemisphere = 3πr2

Total surface area of two hemisphere = 2 × 3πr2 = 6πr2.

Total surface area of sphere = 4πr2

Total surface area of two hemisphere : Total surface area of sphere = 6πr2 : 4πr2

= 6 : 4

= 3 : 2.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

361 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

cosec2 θ + sec2 θ is equal to :

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Solving,

    cosec2 θ + sec2 θ

= 1 + cot2 θ + 1 + tan2 θ

= cot2 θ + tan2 θ + 2

= (cot θ + tan θ)2

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

371 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Given a = 3 sec2 θ and b = 3 tan2 θ - 2. The value of (a - b) is :

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    a - b = 3 sec2 θ - (3 tan2 θ - 2)

= 3 sec2 θ - 3 tan2 θ + 2

= 3(sec2 θ - tan2 θ) + 2

= 3(1) + 2

= 3 + 2

= 5.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

381 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

At a certain time of day, the ratio of the height of the pole to the length of its shadow is 1 : $\sqrt{3}$, then the angle of elevation of the sun at that time of the day is :

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Let AB be the pole and BC be the shadow and angle of elevation of Sun be θ.

At a certain time of day, the ratio of the height of the pole to the length of its shadow is 1 : 3, then the angle of elevation of the sun at that time of the day is : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.

From figure,

⇒ tan θ = $\frac{AB}{BC}$

⇒ tan θ = $\frac{x}{\sqrt{3}x}$

⇒ tan θ = $\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$

⇒ tan θ = tan 30°

⇒ θ = 30°.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

391 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

A man standing on a ship approaching the port towards the lighthouse is observing the top of the lighthouse. In 10 minutes, the angle of elevation of the top of the lighthouse changes from α to β. Then :

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Let A be the top of the lighthouse, C the initial position of ship and D be the position after 10 minutes.

A man standing on a ship approaching the port towards the lighthouse is observing the top of the lighthouse. In 10 minutes, the angle of elevation of the top of the lighthouse changes from α to β. Then : Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.

From figure,

tan α = $\frac{AB}{BC}$

tan β = $\frac{AB}{BD}$

Since, BC is greater than BD.

∴ tan α < tan β

⇒ α < β.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

401 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Assertion (A) : The difference in class marks of the modal class and the median class of the following frequency distribution table is 0.

Class intervalFrequency
20-301
30-403
40-502
50-606
60-704

Reason (R) : Modal class and median class are always the same for a given frequency distribution.

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Cumulative frequency distribution table :

Class intervalClass markFrequencyCumulative frequency
20-302511
30-403534
40-504526
50-6055612
60-7065416

Median = $\frac{16}{2}$ = 8th term.

The 8th term lies in the class 50-60.

∴ Median class = 50-60

Also, frequency of class 50-60 is highest.

∴ Modal class = 50-60.

∴ Assertion (A) is true.

Modal class and median class are not always the same for a given frequency distribution.

∴ Reason (R) is false.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

411 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Assertion (A) : For a collection of 11 arrayed data, the median is the middle number.

Reason (R) : For the data 5, 9, 7, 13, 10, 11, 10, the median is 13.

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For 11 arrayed data.

Median = $\frac{n + 1}{2}$ th term

= $\frac{11 + 1}{2}$

= 6th term, which will be the middle term.

∴ For a collection of 11 arrayed data, the median is the middle number.

∴ Assertion (A) is true.

Numbers = 5, 9, 7, 13, 10, 11, 10

Arranging in ascending order, we get :

5, 7, 9, 10, 10, 11, 13.

n = 7, which is odd.

Median = $\frac{n + 1}{2} = \frac{7 + 1}{2} = \frac{8}{2}$ = 4th term = 10.

∴ Reason (R) is false.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

421 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Ankit has the option of investing in company A, where 7%, ₹ 100 shares are available at ₹ 120 or in company B, where 8%, ₹ 1000 shares are available at ₹ 1620.

Assertion (A) : Investment in Company A is better than Company B.

Reason (R) : The rate of income in Company A is better than in Company B.

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In company A,

N.V. = ₹ 100

M.V. = ₹ 120

Dividend = 7% = $\frac{7}{100} \times 100$ = ₹ 7

∴ Investment = ₹ 120 and income = ₹ 7.

Income on ₹ 1 = $\frac{7}{120}$ = ₹ 0.0583

In company B,

N.V. = ₹ 1000

M.V. = ₹ 1620

Dividend = 8% = $\frac{8}{100} \times 1000$ = ₹ 80

∴ Investment = ₹ 1620 and income = ₹ 80.

Income on ₹ 1 = $\frac{80}{1620}$ = ₹ 0.0494

Since, rate of income is greater in company A.

∴ Assertion and Reason both are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct explanation.

431 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Assertion (A) : x3 + 2x2 - x - 2 is a polynomial of degree 3.

Reason (R) : x + 2 is a factor of the polynomial.

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x3 + 2x2 - x - 2 is a polynomial of degree 3.

By factor theorem,

(x - a) is a factor of f(x) if f(a) = 0.

x + 2 = 0

x = -2

Substituting x = -2 in x3 + 2x2 - x - 2, we get :

⇒ (-2)3 + 2(-2)2 - (-2) - 2

⇒ -8 + 2(4) + 2 - 2

⇒ -8 + 8 + 2 - 2

⇒ 0.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

441 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Assertion (A) : The point (-2, 8) is invariant under reflection in line x = -2

Reason (R) : If a point has its x-coordinate 0, it is invariant under reflection in both axes.

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Point (-2, 8) lies on the line x = -2.

The point which lies on a line is invariant under reflection in the same line.

∴ (-2, 8) is invariant under reflection in line x = -2.

∴ Assertion (A) is true.

If a point has x-coordinate equal to 0 it means it lies on y-axis.

∴ It will be invariant under reflection in y-axis.

∴ Reason (R) is false.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

451 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

When a die is cast with numbering on its faces, as shown, the ratio of the probability of getting a composite number to the probability of getting a prime number is ............... .

When a die is cast with numbering on its faces, as shown, the ratio of the probability of getting a composite number to the probability of getting a prime number is . Maths Competency Focused Practice Questions Class 10 Solutions.
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From numbers 1 to 6

Prime numbers = 2, 3, 5.

Composite numbers = 4, 6.

Probability of getting a prime number = $\frac{\text{No. of prime numbers}}{\text{No. of possible outcomes}} = \frac{3}{6} = \frac{1}{2}$.

Probability of getting a composite number

= $\frac{\text{No. of composite numbers}}{\text{No. of possible outcomes}} = \frac{2}{6} = \frac{1}{3}$.

Probability of getting a composite number to probability of getting a prime number = $\frac{1}{3} : \frac{1}{2}$ = 2 : 3.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

461 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

The product of A = $$\begin{bmatrix*}[r] 1 & -2 \\ -3 & 4 \end{bmatrix*}$$ and matrix M, AM = B where B = $$\begin{bmatrix*}[r] 2 \\ 24 \end{bmatrix*}$$, then the order of matrix M is ............... .

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Order of matrix A = 2 × 2

Order of matrix B = 2 × 1

Order of matrix M (let) = a × b

We know that,

Two matrix can be multiplied if the no. of columns of the first matrix is equal to the no. of rows of the second matrix and the resultant matrix has the no. of rows of first matrix and no. of columns of second matrix.

Given,

⇒ AM = B

⇒ A2 × 2 × Ma × b = B2 × 1

⇒ a = 2 and b = 1.

Order of matrix M = 2 × 1.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

471 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Given, a1, a2, a3, ..... and b1, b2, b3, ..... are real numbers such that a1 - b1 = a2 - b2 = a3 - b3 = ......... are all equal.

a1 - b1, a2 - b2, a3 - b3, ........ forms a ......... progression.

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Since,

a1 - b1 = a2 - b2 = a3 - b3.

∴ a1 - b1, a2 - b2, a3 - b3, ........ forms a arithmetic progression with common difference (d = 0).

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

481 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Locus of a moving point is ............... if it moves such that it keeps a fixed distance from a fixed point.

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Locus of a moving point is circle if it moves such that it keeps a fixed distance from a fixed point.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

491 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

The point of concurrence of the angle bisectors of a triangle is called the ............... of the triangle.

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The point of concurrence of the angle bisectors of a triangle is called the incenter of the triangle.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

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