EE-GATE_2015_SET-01

Topic : Engineering Mathematics Marks : 1

Concept : Probability and distribution Type : NAT
Sub-concept : Random variable Level : Moderate
Concept field : Continuous and discrete random variable Time : 120 sec.
Q.1 A random variable x has probability density function f(x) as given below :

a + bx for 0  x  1
f (x) = 

 0 ot herwise
If the expected value E(x) = 2/3, then Pr[x < 0.5] is_____.
Ans. (0.25)
Sol. Given the probability density function of a random variable x,

a + bx for 0  x  1
f (x) = 

 0 ot herwise
We know that for any probability density function f(x) of a random variable x,

−
f (x) dx = 1
0 1 

⇒ 
−
0 dx +  (a + bx)dx +  0 dx = 1
0 1

⇒  (a + bx)dx = 1
0

1
 bx 2 
 ax +  =1
 2 0
b
a+ = 1
2
2a + b = 2 ....(1)
2
X = E(x) =
Given the expected value of 3
 2

So, −
x f(x)dx =
3
0 1  2
⇒

−
x  0 dx +  x  (a + bx)dx +  x  0 dx =
0 1 3
1 2
 (ax + bx )dx =
2

⇒ 0 3
1
 ax 2 bx 3  2
 +  =
 2 3 0 3
a b 2
+ =
2 3 3
3a + 2b = 4 ....(2)
Multiply equation (1) by 2.
 4a + 2b = 4 ....(3)
Subtract equation (2) and (3)
–a = 0
a=0
b =2
∴ f(x) becomes

2x for 0  x  1
f (x) = 

 0 ot herwise
0.5

Now P(x < 0.5)

= 
−
f (x) • dx
0 0.5

P(x < 0.5)

=  −
0 dx + 
0
2x • dx
0.5
=  x 2  = (0.5)2
0
P(x < 0.5) = 0.25 Ans.
Hence, the value of P(x < 0.5) is (0.25).
Topic : Engineering Mathematics Marks : 1
Concept : Calculus Type : MCQ
Sub-concept : Limits Level : Easy
Concept field : Continuity Time : 60 sec.
Q.2 If a continuous function f(x) does not have a root in the interval [a, b], then which one of
the following statements is TRUE?
(a) f(a) • f(b) = 0
(b) f(a) • f(b)  0
(c) f(a) • f(b)  0
(d) f(a) / f(b)  0
Ans. (c)
Sol. As f(x) is continuous in [a, b] and f(x) has no root in [a, b], f(x) does not cut x-axis for all x
in [a, b].
⇒ f(x) is either above x-axis or below x-axis for both x = a and x = b.
⇒ f(a) and f(b) are both positive or both negative.
Hence, right option is (c).
Topic : Engineering Mathematics Marks : 1
Concept : Linear algebra Type : NAT
Sub-concept : Eigen value and vectors Level : Moderate
Concept field : Properties of eigen values and vectors Time : 120 sec.
Q.3 If the sum of the diagonal elements of a 2 × 2 matrix is –6, then the maximum possible
value of determinant of the matrix is________.
Ans. (9)
Sol. Let A be a 2 × 2 matrix with the sum of the diagonal elements as –6.
Let λ1 and λ2 be the eigen values of A.
∴ Sum of diagonal elements of A = –6.
⇒ λ1 + λ2 = –6 ...(1)
Det of A = |A| = λ1 • λ2
Now we have to find the maximum value of λ1 • λ2.
Let f = λ1 • λ2
= λ1(–6– λ1) [From equation (1)]

f = –6λ1 –  1
2

Now,
f ' = −6 − 2 1 ....(2)

For f to have maximum, f ' = 0

−6 − 2 1 = 0

 1 = −3
Now, differentiate equation 2 with respect to λ.

f '' = −2  0
∴ f has a maximum at λ = –3
From equation (1) λ1 + λ2 = –6
–3 + λ2 = –6
λ2 = –3
The maximum value of the determinant of
A =  1 • 2

A = ( −3)  ( −3)

A =9
.
Hence, the value of maximum determinants is 9.
Topic: Electromagnetic Theory Marks: 1
Concept: Basics of Vector Calculus Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Basic Operations Level: Easy
Concept Field: Divergence Time: 60 secs

→1
f= ˆ
r
Q.4. Consider a function r2 , where ‘r’ is the distance from the origin and r̂ is
the unit vector in the radial direction. The divergence of this function over a
sphere of radius R, which includes the origin, is
(1) 0
(2) 2π
(3) 4π
(4) Rπ
Sol. Correct answer is (3)
Given,
→ 1
f= 2ˆ r
r
From divergence law
∫ (𝛻. 𝐹)𝑑𝑣 = ∯ 𝐹. 𝑑𝑠
1
=∯ (𝑟2 𝑟̂ ) (𝑟 2 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝜃 𝑑𝜃𝑑𝜙𝑟̂ )
= ∯ 𝜃 . 𝑑𝜃𝑑𝜙 = 4𝜋
Topic: Electrical and Electronics Measurement Marks: 1
Concept: Measurement of Resistance Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Wheatstone Bridge Method Level: Easy
Concept Field: Wheatstone Bridge as Secondary Transducer Time: 60 secs

Q5. When the Wheatstone bridge shown in the figure is used to find the value of
resistor RX, the galvanometer G indicates zero current when R1 = 50  , R2 = 65Ω
and R3 = 100Ω. If R3 is known with ±5% tolerance on its nominal value of 100Ω,
what is the range of Rx in Ohms?

(1) [123.50, 136.50]

(2) [125.89, 134.12]
(3) [117.00, 143.00]
(4) [120.25, 139.75]
Sol. Correct answer is (1)
R1 = 50  , R2 = 65Ω, R3 = 100Ω
The value of R3 with ±5% tolerance
R3 = 100 ± 5%
5
100 + 100  = 105 
= 100
5
100 − 100  = 95 
= 100
As
R 1 R2
=
R3 Rx
Now for both conditions
(1) When R3 = 105Ω
105  65
RX = = 136.05 
50
(2) When R3 = 95Ω
95  65
RX = = 123.50 
50
Topic: Electrical and Electronics Measurement Marks: 1
Concept: Indicating Instruments Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Moving Iron Instruments Level: Easy
Concept Field: M.I. Voltmeter & MI Ammeter Time: 60 secs

Q6. A (0-50 A) moving coil ammeter has a voltage drop of 0.1 V across its terminals
at full scale deflection. The external shunt resistance (in milliohms) needed to
extend its range to (0 – 500 A) is ________.
Sol. (0.21𝑚𝛺 to 0.23m  )
Ifs = 50A;Vm = 0.1V
0.1
Rm =
50
−3
= 2  10 
m = 10
Rm 2  10−3
R sh = =
(m − 1) 9

= 0.22m 
Topic: Analog Electronics Marks: 1
Concept: Operational Amplifier Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Instrumentation Amplifier Level: Easy
Concept Field: Derivations & Numericals Time: 60 secs

Q7. Of the four characteristics given below, which are the major requirements for
an instrumentation amplifier?
P. High common mode rejection ratio
Q. High input impedance
R. High linearity
S. High output impedance
(1) P, Q and R only
(2) P and R only
(3) P, Q and S only
(4) Q, R and S only
Sol. Correct answer is (1)
Instrumentation amplifier should have low output impedance, but rest of
requirement are all correct.
Topic: Power Electronics Marks: 1
Concept: Choppers Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Regulators Level: Easy
Concept Field: Buck Regulator Time: 60 secs

Q.8. In the following chopper, the duty ratio of switch S is 0.4. If the conductor and
capacitor are sufficiently large to ensure continuous inductor current and ripple
free capacitor voltage, the charging current (in Ampere) of the 5 V battery, under
steady state, is ________.

Ans. 01
During Ton the Capacitor is charging with a voltage V0 = αVS as it is a step-down
chopper
So, V0 = Vs = 0.4 × 20 = v  = 0.4,Vs = 20V
Now, during Toff, we need to field charging current of the 5V battery under steady
- state I.e.
V −E 8 −5
I0 = 0 = = 1A
R 3
Topic: Signals & Systems Marks: 1
Concept: Signals Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Some Commonly used Mathematical Functions Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Sinusoidal Functions Time: 120 secs

1 t
y ( t) = =  u (  ) d
Q.9. A moving average function is given by T t− T
. If the input ‘u’ is a
1
Hz
sinusoidal signal of frequency 2T , then in steady state, the output y will lag
‘u’ (in degree) by __________.
Sol. 90o
1 t
y ( t) =  u (  ) .d
T t−T
1
f=
Given that, 2 T
1 
 = 2f = 2 =
2T T
ωT = π
u(t) = sin ωt
1 t
y ( t) = sin (  ) .d
= T t−T
1
 − cos (  ) 
t

= T   t−T
1 t− T
cos ( t) t
= 
1
cos  ( t − T ) − cos t
= 
1
cos t.cos T + sin t.sin T − cos t
= 
1
cos .cos T + sin t.sin  − cos t
= 
1
 −2cos t
= 
2
sin(t + 90o )
= 
Hence output Lags by 90o
Topic: Control System Marks: 1
Concept: Math Model, Block Diag. & SF Graph Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Block Diagram Reduction Techniques Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Determination of Transfer Function Time: 120 secs

Q.10. The impulse response g(t) of a system, G, is as shown in Figure (a). What is the
maximum value attained by the impulse response of two cascaded blocks of G
as shown in Figure (b)?

2
(1) 3
3
(2) 4
4
(3) 5
(4) 1
Sol. Correct answer is (4)
g(t) = u(t) – u(t – 1)
1 e− s
G ( s) = −
s s

By convolving g(t) with itself

We get
g(t) * g(t) = G(s) × G(s)

If we convolved two rectangular pulse with some width then we will obtain a
triangular pulse.
Thus,
Maxime value = 1
Topic: Electromagnetic Theory Marks: 1
Concept: Time Varying Fields (Max. Eqn.) Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Faraday’s Law of Electromagnetic Induction Level: Easy
Concept Field: Integral form & Point forms Time: 60 secs

Q.11. Consider a one-turn rectangular loop of wire placed in a uniform magnetic field
as shown in the figure. The plane of the loop is perpendicular to the field lines.
The resistance of the loop is 0.4Ω and its inductance is negligible. The magnetic
flux density (in Tesla) is a function of time and is given by B(t) = 0.25 sin ωt,
where ω = 2π × 50 radian/second. The power absorbed (in Watt) by the loop
from the magnetic field is _______.

Ans. 0.192 (0.17 – 0.2)

A = 10 cm × 5 cm = 50 cm2
B (α) = 0.25 sin ωt

ω = 2π × 50 rad/sec
R = 0.4 Ω
As faraday's law,
 d d
e=− = − (B  A )
dt dt
−d
= dt
( 0.25 sin t 50  10−4 )

e = +25 × 10–4 × 50 × ω × cos ωt

e = +0.392 cos ωt
0.392
erm s = = 0.277
2
e2
Pavg = rm s = 0.192 W
R
Topic: Electromagnetic Theory Marks: 1
Concept: Magnetostatics Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Biot Savart’s Law Level: Easy
Concept Field: Magnetic Field Intensity Time: 60 secs

Q.12. A steady current ‘I’ is flowing in the –x direction through each of two infinitely
L
y=
long wires at 2 as shown in the figure. The permeability of the medium is
→
µ0. The B -field at (0, L, 0) is

40I
− Z
(1) 3L
4 I
+ 0Z
(2) 3L
(3) 0
3 I
− 0 Z
(4) 4L
Sol. Correct answer is (1)

Magnetic field of point P due to wire 1

𝜇0 (−𝐼)
𝐵1 → =
2𝜋(𝐿/2)2
And due to wire 2
𝜇0 (−𝐼)
𝐵→ 2 =
2𝜋(3𝐿/2)2
Total Magnetic field at P
𝐵 → = 𝐵→1 + 𝐵 → 2
𝜇0 (−𝐼)𝑧̂ 𝜇0 (−𝐼)𝑧̂
𝐵→ = 2
+
2𝜋(𝐿/2) 2𝜋(3𝐿/2)2
𝜇0 𝐼𝑧̂ 𝜇0 𝐼𝑧̂ −4𝜇0 𝐼𝑧̂
𝐵→ = − 𝜋𝐿
− 3𝜋𝐿
= 3𝜋𝐿
−4𝜇0 𝐼𝑧̂
𝐵→ = 3𝜋𝐿
Topic: Analog Electronics Marks: 1
Concept: Operational Amplifier Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Basic Operation Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Derivations & Numerical Time: 120 secs

Q.13. Consider the circuit shown in the figure. In this circuit R = 1kΩ and C = 1µF. The
input voltage is sinusoidal with a frequency of 50 Hz, represented as a phasor
with magnitude Vi and phase angle 0 radian as shown in the figure. The output
voltage is represented as a phasor with magnitude V0 and phase angle δ radian.
What is the value of the output phase angle δ (in radian) relative to the phase
angle of the input voltage?

(1) 0
(2) π

(3) 2

−
(4) 2
Sol. Correct answer is (4)
  R 
V+ = V2  
 R + 1/sC 
The output voltage due to inverting Input is
 R 
V01 = V1  −  = −sCR V1
 1/sC 
The output due to non-inverting input
R
V02 =  1+ RCs   V2 = sCR V2
 1
R + sC 
 
V0 = V01 + V02
V0 = -sCR [V1 – V2] = –sCR Vi V1 – V2 = Vi
C = 1µF
R = 1kΩ
For sinusoidal Input
S = jω = j (100π)
V0 = 0.1πV1 ∠–90°
|V0| = 0.1πVi δ = –90°

−
δ= 2
Topic: Analog Electronics Marks: 1
Concept: Transistor Char. & Biasing Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Biasing Circuits Level: Easy
Concept Field: Collector to Base Bias Time: 60 secs

Q.14. In the given circuit, the silicon transistor has β = 75 and a collector voltage VC =
9 V. Then the ratio of RB and RC is ________.

Ans. 105.13 ( 100 – 110)

By KVL
15 = (IC + IB) RC + IBRB + VBE
and IC = βIB = 75IB
14.3 = 76(RCIB) + IBRB
14.3 = IB (76RC + RB) ……………. (1)
15 = (IC + IB) RC + VC VC = 9V
(IC + IB) RC = 6
76IBRC = 6 …………… (2)
Divide (1) and (2)
14.3 76RC + RB
=
6 76RC
RB
= 105.13
RC
Topic: Digital Electronics Marks: 1
Concept: Combinational Circuits Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Multiplexers Level: Easy
Concept Field: MUX as Universal Logic Gates Time: 60 secs

Q.15. In the 4 × 1 multiplexer, the output F is given by F = A ⊕ B. Find the required

input ‘I3I2I1I0’

(1) 1010
(2) 0110
(3) 1000
(4) 1110
Sol. Correct answer is (2)
F = A ⊕ B = AB + AB .
F = S1S0I0 + S1S0I1 + S1S0I2 + S1S0I3
 F = ABI0 + A.BI1 + ABI2 + ABI3
For XOR condition I0 and I3 = 0 and I1, I2 = 1

 F = AB + AB
So, I0I1I2I3 = 0110
Topic: Power System Marks: 1
Concept: HVDC Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: HVDC Transmission Level: Easy
Concept Field: HVAC & HVDC Line Comparison Time: 60 secs

Q.16. Consider a HVDC link which uses thyristor-based line-com mutated converters
as shown in the figure. For a power flow of 750 MW from System 1 to System 2,
the voltage at the two ends, and the current, are given by: V1 = 500 kV, V2 = 485
kV and I = 1.5 kA. If the direction of power flow is to be reversed (that is, from
System 2 to System 1) without changing the electrical connections, then which
one of the following combinations is feasible?

(1) V1 = –500kV, V2 = –485kV and I = 1.5kA

(2) V1 = –485kV, V2 = –500kV and I = 1.5kA
(3) V1 = 500kV, V2 = 485kV and I = –1.5kA
(4) V1 = 500kV, V2 = –485kV and I = –1.5kA
Sol. Correct answer is (2)
For reversing power flow in HVDC system the direction of current is same
V −V
I= 1 2
R
Option (A) ⇒ V1 = –500kV, V2 = –485kV, I = –1.5kA
Option (B) ⇒ V1 = –485kV, V2 = –500kV, I = 1.5kA
Therefore, option (B) is correct.
Topic: Power System Marks: 1
Concept: Power Plants Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Main Source of Electrical Energy Level: Easy
Concept Field: Time: 60 secs

Q.17. Base load power plants are

P: wind farms
Q: run-of-river plants
R: nuclear power plats
S: diesel power plants.
(1) P, Q and S only
(2) P, R and S only
(3) P, Q and R only
(4) Q and R only
Sol. Correct answer is (3)
Diesel power plants - Peak load plants.
Wind power plants - Base load plants.
Since, once wind power plants comes into operation it used for all times
because no fuel cost.
Topic: Network Theory Marks: 1
Concept: Circuit Basics Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Concept of absorb & delivered power Level: Easy
Concept Field: Time: 60 secs

Q.18. The voltages developed across the 3Ω and 2Ω resistors shown in the figure are
6V and 2V respectively, with the polarity as marked. What is the power (in Watt)
delivered by the 5V voltage source?

(1) 5
(2) 7
(3) 10
(4) 14
Sol. Correct answer is (1)

I = I2 + I3
I3 = 1A
Power deliver by = P5V = Pdeliver = 5 × 1 = 5 Watts
Topic: Network Theory Marks: 1
Concept: Network Theorems and Analysis Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Thevenin’s Theorem Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Equivalent circuit & Solution of Network Time: 120 secs

Q.19. For the given circuit, the Thevenin equivalent is to be determined. The Thevenin
voltage, VTh (in Volt), seen from terminal AB is ________.

Ans. 3.36 (3.3 -3.4)

VTh – V1 = 20i V1 = i × 1
VTh = 21i ………(1) V1 = i

V1 − 2 V1 VTh
+ + =0
1 1 2 V1 and VTh are super node
V
2V1 + Th = 2
2
4V1 + VTh = 4
VTh = 4 – 4V1
VTh = 4 –4i ………… (2)
Solving equation (1) and (2)
VTh = 3.36V
Topic: Network Theory Marks: 1
Concept: Resonance Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Series Resonance & Parallel Resonance Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Bandwidth Time: 120 secs

20. An inductor is connected in parallel with a capacitor as shown in the figure.

As the frequency of current ‘i’ is increased, the impedance (Z) of the network
varies as

(1)

(2)
 (3)

(4)

Sol. Correct answer is (2)

Impedance of circuit is,

1
jL ||
Z= jC
jL
Z = 1−  LC
2

Or
L
Z =
1− 2LC
Case-1
ω = ω0, at resonance
1
0 =
LC
1− 20LC = 0
L
Z= =  (O.C.)
0
Case-2
1 – ω2. LC < 0
1

LC at ω > ω0
 or
1
L 
C Capacitive
1
XL 
XC For parallel circuit
Case-3
1 – ω2LC > 0
1

LC ω < ω0
1
L 
C Inductive
1
X1 
XC For parallel circuit

So, Correct option is (2).

Topic: Electrical Machines Marks: 1
Concept: DC Machines Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Methods of Excitation in Generator Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Separately Excited Generator Time: 120 secs

21. A separately excited DC generator has an armature resistance of 0.1Ω and

negligible armature inductance. At rated field current and rated rotor speed, its
open-circuit voltage is 200 V. When this generator is operated at half the rated
speed, with half the rated speed, with half the rated field current, an un-charged
1000 µF capacitor is suddenly connected across the armature terminals. Assume
that the speed remains unchanged during the transient. At what time (in
microsecond) after the capacitor is connected will the voltage across it reach
25 V?
(1) 62.25
(2) 69.3
(3) 73.25
(4) 77.3
Sol. Correct answer is (2)
At rated speed—
E1 = 200V
At half rated speed and rated field current–
N I
N2 = 1 Ish2 = sh1
2 2

2 = 1
φ ∝ ISh ∴ 2
We know that: E = Nφ
E1 N 11
=
E2 N 22
E1 N 11
= E1
E2 N 
1
 1  =4
2 2 E2
E 200
E2 = 1 = = 50
4 4
E2 = 50 Volt
This is the RC Network with voltage source so—

VC(t) = VC(∞) + [VC(0+) – VC(∞)]e–t/τ

 τ = RC
Capacitor is initially uncharged then
VC(0+) = 0
At steady state capacitor is open—
VC(∞) = E2 = 50 Volt

VC(t) = 50 + [0 – 50]e–t/τ
VC(t) = 50 (1 – e–t/τ)
L = RC = 0.1 × 1000 × 10–6 = 10–4 sec
(
25 = 50 1− e− t/10
−4

)
−4 1 −4 1
1− e−10 t
= e−10 t
=
2 2
−4
e10 t
=2
-4
10 t= 0.6931
t = 69.31 × 10–6
t = 69.31 µ sec.
Topic: Network Theory Marks: 1
Concept: Magnetically Coupled Circuits Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: How to Draw Equivalent circuit solution of Network with Dot Coupling
Level: Easy
Concept Field: Time: 60 secs

22. The self-inductance of the primary winding of a single phase, 50 Hz, transformer
is 800 mH, and that of the secondary winding is 600 mH. The mutual inductance
between these two windings is 480 mH. The secondary winding of this
transformer is short circuited the primary winding is connected to a 50 Hz, single
phase, sinusoidal voltage source. The current flowing in both the windings is less
than their respective rated currents. The resistance of both windings can be
neglected. In this condition, what is the effective inductance (in mH) seen by
the source?
(1) 416
(2) 440
(3) 200
(4) 920
Sol. Correct answer is (1)
L1 = 800 mH
L2 = 600 mH M = 480 mH
M2
Leq. = L1 −
L2

Leq. = 800  10 −3
−
( 480  10 )
−3 2

600  10−3
Leq. = 800 × 10–3 – 384 × 10–3
Leq. = 416 × 10–3 = 416 mH
Topic: Electrical and Electronics Measurement Marks: 1
Concept: Instrument Transformer Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Current Transformer Level: Easy
Concept Field: Time: 60 secs

23. The primary mmf is least affected by the secondary terminal conditions in a
(1) power transformer.
(2) potential transformer.
(3) current transformer.
(4) distribution transformer.
Sol. Correct answer is (3)
Transformer, the primary current is independent of secondary current and
secondary current instead depends on primary current effected by load
variations.
Topic: Control System Marks: 1
Concept: Frequency Response Analysis Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Bode Plot Level: Easy
Concept Field: Magnitude Plot Time: 60 secs

24. A Bode magnitude plot for the transfer function G(s) of a plant is shown in the
figure. Which one of the following transfer functions best describes the plant?

1000 ( s + 10 )
(1) s + 1000
10 ( s + 10 )
(2) s ( s + 1000 )
s + 1000
(3) 10s ( s + 10 )
s + 1000
(4) 10 ( s + 10 )
Sol. Correct answer is (4)
From the given bode plot, one pole at –10 and one zero at 1000. The general
Transfer function is
 s 
k  1+ 
G ( s) = 
1000 
s
1+
10
Finding K :- the initial slope 20 logK = 20
K ⇒ 10
 s 
10  1+ 
 1000  s + 1000
G ( s) = =
1+
s 10 ( s + 10 )
10
Topic: Control System Marks: 1
Concept: Math Model, Block Diag. & SF Graph Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Signal Flow Graph Level: Easy
Concept Field: Masons Gain Formula Time: 60 secs

25. For the signal-flow graph shown in the figure, which one of the following
Y ( s)
?
X2 ( s) X (S )=0
expressions is equal to the transfer function 1

G1
(1) 1+ G 2 ( 1+ G 1 )
G2
(2) 1+ G 1 ( 1+ G 2 )
G1
(3) 1+ G1G2
G2
(4) 1+ G 1 G 2
Sol. Correct answer is (2)
Y ( s)
is G 2
X2 ( s)
X 1( s) =0
The forward path given for
By using mason’s gain formula
The transfer function,
G2 G2
=
= 1+ G 1G 2 + G 2 1+ G 2 ( 1+ G 1)
Topic : Engineering Mathematics Marks : 2
Concept : Linear algebra Type : MCQ
Sub-concept : Eigen value and vectors Level : Moderate
Concept field : Properties of eigen values and vectors Time : 180 sec.
 −3 0 −2 
 
 1 −1 0 
 0 a −2 
Q.26 The maximum value of “a” such that the matrix   has three linearly
independent real eigen vectors is –
2
(a) 3 3
1
(b) 3 3
1+ 2 3
(C) 3 3
1+ 3
(d) 3 3
Ans. (b)
 −3 0 − 2 
 
A =  1 −1 0 
 0 a −2 
Sol. Let the given matrix be  

The characteristic equation of A is A − I = 0

−3 −  0 −2
1 −1−  0 =0
0 a −2 − 

( −3 −  ) ( −1−  ) ( −2 −  ) − 2a = 0

⇒ (  + 1) ( + 2) ( + 3) + 2a = 0 ...(1)
We know that if A has three distinct eigen values, then A has three linearly independent
eigen vectors.
Let f (  ) = (  + 1) (  + 2) (  + 3)
∴ equation (1) becomes,
f() + 2a = 0
⇒ f() = −2a ....(2)
Consider f(x) = (x + 1) (x + 2) (x + 3)
The graph of f(x) is
We know that the number of distinct real roots of an equation f(x) = k(k is real) is same as
that of the number of points of intersection of the curve y = f(x) and the line y = k.
The curve y = f(x) intersects at three points with a line.
y = y0 only when y1 < y0 < y2.
So, for f(x) + 2a = 0
or f(x) = –2a
three distinct real roots exist for
y1 < –2a < y2 ....(3)
So, y1 < f(x) < y2 [from equation (2)] ....(4)
Now, we will find y1 and y2 [the minimum and maximum value of f(x)]
f(x) = (x + 1) (x +2) (x + 3)
= x3 + 6x2 + 11x + b ....(5)
f '(x) = 3x2 + 12x + 11
For stationary point.
f '(x) = 0
3x2 + 12x + 11 = 0
−6  3
x=
3
and f ''(x) = 6x + 12
−6 + 3
x=
At 3 ;
 −6 + 3   −6 + 3 
f ''   = 6  + 12
 3   3 

= −12 + 2 3 + 12
=2 3 0
−6 − 3
x=
at 3
 −6 − 3   −6 − 3 
f ''   = 6  + 12
 3   3 

= 12 − 2 3 + 12
 = −2 3  0
−6 − 3 −6 + 3
x= x=
∴ f(x) has maximum at 3 and minimum at 3

f (x) = y 2 = f (x) =
2 −6 − 3
x=
The maximum value of 3 3 at 3 .
−6 + 3 −2
x= =
The minimum value of f (x) = y 1 = f (x) at 3 3 3
From equation (4)
−2 2
 f (x) 
3 3 3 3
−2 2
 −2a 
⇒ 3 3 3 3 [from equation (3)]
1 −1
a
⇒ 3 3 3 3
∴ The maximum value of such that the matrix has three real linearly independent eigen
1
vector is 3 3 Ans.
Hence, right option is (b).
Topic : Engineering Mathematics Marks : 2
Concept : Differential equation Type : NAT
Sub-concept : Higher order differential equation Level : Moderate
Concept field : Complementary function Time : 120 sec.
d2 y dy
2
+5 + 6y = 0
Q.27 A solution of the ordinary differential equation dt dt is such that y(0) = 2
1− 3e dy
y(1) = − 3 (0)
and e . The value of dt is_______.
Ans. (–3)
Sol. Given ordinary differential equation is
d2 y dy
2
+5 + 6y = 0
dt dt ....(1)
and initial condition is
 1− 3e 
y(1) = −  3 
y(0) = 2 and  e 
The Auxiliary equation is
m2 + 5m + 6 = 0
m2 + 3m + 2m + 6 = 0
m(m + 3) +2 (m + 3) = 0
(m + 3) (m + 2) = 0
m = –2, –3.
The roots are real and unequal.
So, general solution of equation (1)
y(t ) = c 1e −3t + c 2e −2t ....(2)
put initial condition, y(0) = 2
2 = c1 + c2 ....(3)
 1− 3e 
y(1) = −  3 
and put initial condition  e  in equation (2)
 1− 3e 
−  3  = c 1e−3 + c 2e−2
 e 
3e−2 − e−3 = c 1e−3 + c 2e−2 ....(4)
Solving equations (3) and (4)
c2 = 3 and c1 = –1
∴ the general solution of given differential equation is
y = −e −3t + 3 e −2t ....(5)
Differentiate equation (5) with respect to t
dy
= 3e−3t − 6 e−2t
dt
dy dy
= (0) = at t = 0 = 3 − 6 = –3
∴ dt dt Ans.
dy
(0)
Hence, the value of differential equation at dt is (–3).
Topic: Signals and Systems Marks: 2
Concept: Fourier Series Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Fourier Series Level: Easy
Concept Field: Sinusoidal ( Sine or Cosine) Time: 60 secs

28. The signum function is given by

 x
 , x0
sgn ( x) =  x
 0, x = 0

The Fourier series expansion of sgn (cos(t)) has
(1) Only sine terms with all harmonics
(2) Only cosine terms with all harmonics
(3) Only sine terms with even numbered harmonics
(4) Only cosine terms with odd numbered harmonics
Sol. Correct answer is (4)
 x
 , x0
sgn ( x) =  x
 0, x = 0


Graph of cos t is -
So, sgn (cos t) is a rectangular signal which is even & half wave symmetry.
So, Fourier series will have only cosine terms with odd harmonics only.
Topic : Engineering Mathematics Marks : 2
Concept : Probability and distribution Type : MCQ
Sub-concept : Basics of probability Level : Moderate
Concept field : Total probability Time : 120 sec.
Q.29 Two players, A and B, alternately keep rolling a fair dice. The person to get a six first wins
the game. Given that player A starts the game, the probability that A wins the game is –
(a) 5/11
(b) 1/2
(c) 7/13
(d) 6/11
Ans. (d)
Sol. Let A and B denotes the event of player A getting six on the dice and player B getting six
on the dice, respectively.
1 1 5 5
P(A) = , P(B) = , P(A) = , P(B) =
6 6 6 6
Probability of A winning the game
= P(A) + P(A B A) + P(A B A B A) + .....
= P(A) + P(A)P(B)P(A) + P(A)P(B)(P(A)P(B))P(A)
1 5 5 1 5 5 5 5 1
= +   +     + ......
6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6
2 4
1 5 1 5 1
= +    +    + .......
6 6 6 6 6
2
1 5 25
a= r =  =
[Which is a geometric series with 6 and  
6 36 ]
a
s =
1− r
1
= 6
25
1−
36
1
= 6
36 − 25
36
6
s =
11 Ans.
6
=
∴ Hence, probability of A winning the game 11 .
Hence, right option is (d).
Topic: EE and ECE Meas. & Inst. Marks: 2
Concept: Measurement of Resistance Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Wheatstone Bridge Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Wheatstone Bridge as Secondary Transducer Time: 120 secs

30. An unbalanced DC Wheatstone bridge is shown in the figure. At what value of p

will the magnitude of V0 be maximum?

(1) ( 1+ x)
(2) (1 + x)

(3) 1/ ( 1+ x)

(4) ( 1− x)
Sol. Correct answer is (1)

V0 = (V2 – V1)
 R ( 1+ x) R 
V0 =  − E
 pR + R ( 1+ x) R + (pR ) 
 1+ x 1 
V0 =  − E
 1 + x + p 1+ p 
 ( 1 + x) ( 1 + p ) − ( 1 + x + p ) 
V0 =  E
 ( 1+ x + p ) ( 1 + p ) 
 ( 1+ x + px + p − 1− x − p ) 
V0 =  E
 ( 1+ p + x + xp + p + p2 ) 
 
  px 
 E
V0 = 
(
 1+ 2p + p2 + x + xp ) 

Now for maximum V0,
dV0
=0
dp
x xp 2p + x + 2
− =0
1+ x + p (p + 2 + x) ( 1+ x + p (2 + p + x) )2
So,
So, [1 + x + p (2 + p + x)] = p (2p + x + 2)
1 + x + 2p + p2 + px = 2p2 + px + 2p
1 + x = p2
p= 1+ x
Topic: Power Electronics Marks: 2
Concept: Choppers Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Regulators Level: Easy
Concept Field: Buck Regulator Time: 60 secs

31. The circuit shown is meant to supply a resistive load RL from two separate DC
voltage sources. The switches S1 and S2 are controlled so that only one of them
is ON at any instant. S1 is turned on for 0.2 ms and S2 is turned on for 0.3 ms in
a 0.5 ms switching cycle time period. Assuming continuous conduction of the
inductor current and negligible ripple on the capacitor voltage, the output voltage
V0 (in Volt) across RL is _________.

Ans. 07
An individual switch is acting at a time and circuit formed while any switch is
operated is step-down chopper so, if we consider individual output of the switch
as V01 and V02 and output:
V0 = V01 + V02
0.2 2 0.3 3
1 = = 2 = =
So, duty for switch S1 and S2 is 0.5 5 and 0.5 5
2
V01 = 1VS1 =  10 = 4v
So, 5
3
V02 = S2VS2 =  5 = 3V
5
V0 = 7V
Topic: Power Electronics Marks: 2
Concept: Choppers Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Regulators Level: Easy
Concept Field: Boost Regulator Time: 60 secs

32. A self-commutating switch SW, operated at duty cycle δ is used to control the
load voltage as shown in the figure

Under steady state operating conditions, the average voltage across the inductor
and the capacitor respectively, are
1
VC = Vdc
(1) VL = 0 and 1− 
 1
VL = Vde VC = Vdc
(2) 2 and 1− 

VC = Vdc
(3) VL = 0 and 1− 
 
VL = Vdc VC = Vdc
(4) 2 and 1− 
Sol. Correct answer is (1)
1
VC = Vdc
VL = 0 and 1− 
The average voltage across inductor, VL = 0 and hence, the given circuit is a boost
regulator. So, average voltage across capacitor is equal to average voltage across
the load so,
1
V0 = Vc = V
1−  dc
Topic: Power Electronics Marks: 2
Concept: Inverters Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Voltage Source Inverters (VSI) Level: Easy
Concept Field: Single – Phase Full Bridge Inverter Time: 60 secs

33. The single-phase full-bridge voltage source inverter (VSI), shown in figure, has
an output frequency of 50 Hz. It uses unipolar pulse width modulation with
switching frequency of 50 kHz and modulation index of 0.7. For Vm = 100V DC, L
= 9.55 mH, C = 63.66 µF and R = 5Ω the amplitude of the fundamental component
in the output voltage V0 (in Volt) under steady state is:

Ans. 62.76 ( 60- 64)

The fundamental peak of output voltage is, VRM = 0.7 × 100 = 70V
XL = ωL = 2 × 3.14 × 50 × 9.55 × 10–3 = 3Ω
1 1 103
Xc = = = = 50 ,R = 5 
c 2    50  63.60  10−6 20
5  ( − j50 )
Z= = 4.975  − 5.71 
5 − j50
Fundamental voltage amplitude at output,
70  4.975 − 5.71
Vom = = 62.76  − 32.55v
4.975  − 5.71+ j3
Topic: Power Electronics Marks: 2
Concept: Inverters Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Three Phase Bridge Inverters Level: Easy
Concept Field: Time: 60 secs

34. A 3-phase 50 Hz square wave (6-step) VSI feeds a 3-phase, 4 pole induction
motor. The VSI line voltage has a dominant 5th harmonic component. If the
operating slip of the motor with respect to fundamental component voltage is
0.04, the slip of the motor with respect to 5th harmonic component of voltage is
__________.
Ans. 1.2 (1.16- 1.22)
120f 120  50
NS = = = 1500
P 4
Slip due to 5th harmonic:
𝑁
𝑁𝑆 + 𝑆 6
5
𝑆5 = = = 1.2
𝑁𝑆 5
Topic: Signals and Systems Marks: 2
Concept: Signals Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Classification of Signals Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Digital Signals Time: 120 secs

35. Consider a discrete time signal given by

x[n] = (–0.25)n u[n] + (0.5)n u[–n –1]
The region of convergence of its Z-transform would be
(1) the region inside the circle of radius 0.5 and centered at origin
(2) the region outside the circle of radius 0.25 and centered at origin
(3) the annular region between the two circles, both centered at origin and
having radii 0.25 and 0.5
(4) the entire Z-plane
Ans. (03)
x[n] = (–0.25)n u[n] + (0.5)n u[–n –1]
Signal x[n] is sum of two signal, one is right sided [(–0.25)n] u(n) and other is left
sided.
x[n] = x1[n] + x2[n]
x1[n] = (–0.25)n u[n]
ROC: |Z| > 0.25

x2 [n] = (0.5) n u(–n –1)

ROC: |Z| < 0.5

Then, the ROC of x[n] will be—

0.25 < |Z| < 0.5
Topic: Electromagnetic Theory Marks: 2
Concept: Laplace’s & Poisson’s Equation Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Capacitance Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Capacitance for Parallel Lines Time: 120 secs

36. A parallel plate capacitor is partially filled with glass of dielectric constant 4.0
as shown below. The dielectric strengths of air and glass are 30 kV/cm and 300
kV/cm respectively. The maximum voltage (in kilovolts), which can be applied
across the capacitor without any breakdown, is _________.

Ans. 18.75kV ( 17 -20)

Dielectric strength of air,

E1 = 30 kV/cm = 3kV/mm
Dielectric strength of glass,
E2 = 300kV/cm = 30 kV/mm
The two capacitors connected in series

𝜀0 𝜀𝑟1 𝐴 𝜀0 𝐴
𝐶1 = 𝑑
= 𝑑
= 𝐶0
0r2A 40A
C2 = = = 4C 0
d d
The equivalent
C 1  C 2 4C 0
=
C= C 1
+ C 2
5

Q = C1V1 = C2V2 = CV
V = V1 + V2
C0V1 = 4C0V2
 V1 = 4V2
Maximum voltage C1
V1 = 3 × 5 = 15 kV
Maximum voltage C2
15
V2 = = 3.75kV
4
Maximum Voltage in kV is
V = V1 + V2
V = 15kV + 3.75kV
V = 18.75kV
Topic: Digital Electronics Marks: 2
Concept: Flip-Flop Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Flip-Flop Types and Analysis Level: Moderate
Concept Field: J-K Flip-Flop Time: 120 secs

37. The figure shows a digital circuit constructed using negative edge triggered J-K
flip flops. Assume a starting state of Q2Q1Q0 = 000. This state Q2Q1Q0 = 000 will
repeat after ________ number of cycles of the clock CLK

Ans. 06
+
Q 2+ = J2Q 2 + K 2Q 2 Q 1+ = J1Q + K 1Q 1 Q 0 = J0Q 0 + k0Q 0
 Q 2+ = Q 1Q 2  Q 1+ = Q 2Q 1  Q 0+ = Q 0

Q2 Q1 Q0 Q 2+ Q 1+ Q 0+
0 0 0 0 1 1
0 1 1 1 0 0
1 0 0 0 0 1
0 0 1 0 1 0
0 1 0 1 0 1
1 0 1 0 0 0
No. Of cycles = 6
Topic: Digital Electronics Marks: 2
Concept: Boolean Algebra Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Minimization of Boolean Functions Level: Easy
Concept Field: K-Map Method(2,3,4 Variable Maps) Time: 60 secs

38. f(A, B, C, D) = ΠM(0, 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15) is a maxterm representation
of a Boolean function f(A, B, C, D) where A is the MSB and D is the LSB. The
equivalent minimized representation of this function is:

(1) (A + C + D ) (A + B + D )
(2) ACD + ABD
(3) ACD + ABCD + ABCD

(4) (B + C + D )( A + B + C + D ) ( A + B + C + D )
Sol. Correct answer is (1)

Simplified function from K-Map for given question is:

⇒ (A + B + D ) (A + C + D )
Topic: Analog Electronics Marks: 2
Concept: Filter Circuits Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Active Filter Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Low Pass Filter Time: 120 secs

39. The op-amp shown in the figure has a finite gain A = 1000 and an infinite input
resistance. A step-voltage Vi = 1 mV is applied at the input at time t = 0 as
shown. Assuming that the operational amplifier is not saturated, the time
constant (in millisecond) of the output voltage V0 is

(1) 1001
(2) 101
(3) 11
(4) 1
Sol. Correct answer is (1)

Vi = 0
V0 = A(V+ – V–)
V0 = A(0 – V-)
−V0
V− =
1000
  V 
V + 0
Vi − V−  i 1000 
IR = = = 10−3 Vi + 10−6 V0
R 1000
d d  V0  10−6 d
IC = C
dt
( V− − V0 ) = C  −
dt  1000
− V0
= −  1001V0 
103 dt 


( ) dt
dV0
IC = − 1.001 10−6
Due to infinite input impedance
IR = IC

( ) dt
dV0
10−3 Vi + 10−6 V0 = − 1.001 10−6

Vi = 1 mV

( ) dt
dV0
10−6 + 10−6 V0 = − 1.001 10−6

dV
1+ V0 + 1.001 0 = 0
dt
dV0
1.001 + V0 = −1
dt
Differential equation of RC circuit is of the form,
dV
RC 0 + V0 = VS
dt
On comparing
τ = 1.001 sec
τ = 1001 m sec
Topic: Digital Electronics Marks: 2
Concept: Digital – Analog Converters Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: A – D Converters Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Successive Approximation Type ADC Time: 120 secs

40. An 8-bit unipolar successive Approximation Register type ADC is used to convert
3.5 V to digital equivalent output. The reference voltage is +5V. The output of
the ADC, at the end of 3rd clock pulse after the start of conversion, is
(1) 1010 0000
(2) 1000 0000
(3) 0000 0001
(4) 0000 0011
Sol. Correct answer is (1)
In SAR DAC, at every clock pulse, it will load a value in output regulator with
MSB = 1 and remaining bit will be unchanged.
If Vin > VDAC, then it maintains the loaded bit.
If Vin < VDAC, then it clear the loaded bit.
Now, the resolution is given by
V 5
R = nm ax = 8 = 20m V
2 −1 2 −1
For the 1st clock pulse, the value loaded in register is
= (10000000)2 = (128)10
VDAC = 128 × 20 mV = 2.56 V
∴ We have, Vin > VDAC = (3.5 > 2.56)
So, it maintains the bit in 2nd clock pulse. Again, it will load value in output
register as,
(11000000)2 = (192)16
So, (VDAC) = 192 × 20 mV = 3.84 V
For this, we have
Vin < VDAC = (3.5 < 3.84)
So, it will clear the bit in 2n cycle. So, after 2nd cycle the output is
= (10000000)2 = (128)10
Similarly, in 3rd cycle, it will load bit in output register as
= (10100000)2 = (160)10
and we obtain, VDAC = 160 × 20 × 10–3 = 3.2 V
Vin > VDAC = 3.5 > 3.2 V
⇒ So, it maintains the loaded bit. Hence, at the end of 3rd bit, we have
(10100000)2 = (160)10

Topic: Power System Marks: 2

Concept: Econ. Operation of Power System Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Economic Load Scheduling With Transmission LossesLevel: Easy
Concept Field: Incremental Transmission Loss Time: 60 secs

41. Consider the economic dispatch problem for a power plant having two
generating units. The fuel costs in Rs/MWh along with the generation limits for
the two units are given below:
C 1 (P1) = 0.01P12 + 30P1 + 10 :100M W  P1  150M W
C 2 (P2 ) = 0.05P22 + 10P2 + 10 :100M W  P2  180M W
The incremental cost (in Rs/MWh) of the power plant when it supplies 200MW
is _________.
Ans. 20
C 1 (P 1) = 0.01P12 + 30P1 + 10

100MW ≤ P1 ≤ 150 MW
C 2 (P2 ) = 0.05P22 + 10P2 + 10

10MW ≤ P2 ≤ 180MW
P1 + P2 = 200MW ……… (1)
dC 1 dC 2
=
dP1 dP2

0.02P1 + 30 = 0.1P2 + 10
0.1P2 – 0.02P1 = 20MW …….. (2)

By solving equations (1) and (2)

P2 = 200; P1 = 0
But P2 is more than maximum limit therefore the load distribution between the
units is P1 = 100MW and P2 = 100 MW
dC 2
= 20rs /M W h
dP2
Topic: Power System Marks: 2
Concept: Load Flow Analysis Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Static Load Flow Equations (SLFE) Level: Easy
Concept Field: Fast decoupled load flow method Time: 60 secs

42. Determine the correctness or otherwise of the following Assertion [a] and the
Reason [r].
Assertion: Fast decoupled load flow method gives approximate load flow
solution because it uses several assumptions.
Reason: Accuracy depends on the power mismatch vector tolerance.
(1) Both [a]and [r] are true and [r] is the correct reason for [a]
(2) Both [a] and [r] are true but [r] is not the correct reason for [a]
(3) Both [a] and [r] are false
(4) [a] is false and [r] is true.
Sol. Correct answer is (4)
The Accuracy depends on the power mismatch vector tolerance.
Topic: Power System Marks: 2
Concept: Power System Stability Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Stability Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Swing Equation Time: 120 secs

43. A 50 Hz generating unit has H-constant of 2 MJ/MVA. The machine is initially

operating in steady state at synchronous speed and producing 1 pu of real power.
The initial value of the rotor angle δ is 5°, when a bolted three phase to ground
short circuit fault occurs at the terminal of the generator. Assuming the input
mechanical power to remain at 1 p.u, the value of δ in degrees, 0.02 second after
the fault is ________.
Ans. 5.9° (5.7 – 6.1)
Let 3 – φ fault occurs at t = 0
⇒ Pe = 0 for t ≥ 0+
Now, swing equation for t ≥ 0+
2H d2
= Pm
s dt2
d2 Pm s
=
dt2 2H
d Pm s
= t+ C
dt 2H
d
C =
dt
( )
t = 0 =  t = 0+ − s

d Pm s
= t
dt 2H
P
 = m s t2 + C 
⇒ 4H
C  =  t=0 = 0
Pm s 2
= t + 0
4H
Now in problem
δ(t = 0.02)
1 2  180  50  0.022
= + 5 = 5.9
42
Topic: Power System Marks: 2
Concept: Fault Analysis Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Symmetrical Fault Analysis Level: Easy
Concept Field: Sequence Reactances Time: 60 secs

44. A sustained three-phase fault occurs in the power system shown in the figure.
The current and voltage phasors during the fault (on a common reference), after
the natural transients have died down, are also shown. Where is the fault
located?

(1) Location P
(2) Location Q
(3) Location R
(4) Location S
Sol. (2)
The voltage magnitude of Bus1 is small therefore the fault is at Q (or) R. The
direction of I2 and I4 are quite opposite then there is no fault at R.
Topic: Network Theory Marks: 2
Concept: Steady State Analysis Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Basic Terminology of AC Level: Moderate
Concept Field: RMS, Peak, Average/DC Value Time: 120 secs

45. The circuit shown in the figure has two sources connected in series. The
instantaneous voltage of the AC source (in Volt) is given by v(t) = 12 sin t. If the
circuit is in steady state, then the rms value of the current (in Ampere) flowing
in the circuit is __________.

Ans. 10 (9.9 – 10.1)

In this circuit, there are two sources so, we need to apply super position
theorem—
Case-I
Considering AC source

12
Vrm s = =6 2v
2
Z = R + jL = 1+ jL = 245
I1rms = 6A
Case-II
Considering DC source
 I2 = 8/1 = 8A
Total Current
iT = I1 + I2 = 62 + 82 = 10A
Topic: Network Theory Marks: 2
Concept: Two – Port Network Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Y - Parameters Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Definition & Equivalent Circuit Time: 120 secs

46. In a linear two-port network, when 10 V is applied to Port 1, a current of 4 A

flows through Port 2 when it is short-circuited. When 5 V is applied to Port 1, a
current of 1.25A flows through a 1Ω resistance connected across Port 2. When 3
V is applied to Port 1, the current (in Ampere) through a 2Ω resistance connected
across Port 2 is _________.
Ans. 0.545 ( 0.4 – 0.6 )

By using Y parameter
I1 = Y11.V1 + Y12.V2
I2 = Y21.V1 + Y22.V2
Case-1
V1 = 10V, I2 = 4A, V2 = 0V(S.C.)

4 = Y21 × 10 + Y22 × 0
4
Y21 = = 0.4S
10
Case-2

1.25 = 0.4 × 5 + 1.25 × Y22

Y22 = –0.6S
Case-3
I2 = Y21V1 + Y22V2
I2 = 0.4 × 3 + (–0.6) × 2I2
I2 = 1.2 – 1.2I2
I2 + 1.2I2 = 1.2
2.2I2 = 1.2
I2 = 0.545A
Hence, at port 2, when 3V is applied to port 1.
Topic: Network Theory Marks: 2
Concept: Circuit Basics Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Concept of Super-Node and Super-Mesh Level: Easy
Concept Field: Time: 60 secs

47. In the given circuit, the parameter k is positive, and the power dissipated in the
2Ω resistor is 12.5W. The value of k is _________.

Ans. 0.5 ( 0.48 – 0.52)

Apply KCL at node A,

–I –kV0 + 5 = 0 …………. (1)
Power dissipated in 2Ω resister is 12.5 Watt
P = I2 R
12.5 = I2 × 2
I = 2.5A
V0 = I × 2 = 2 × 2.5 = 5 Volt
From equation (1)
–2.5 – k × 5 + 5 = 0
K = 0.5
Topic: Electrical Machines Marks: 2
Concept: DC Machines Type: NAT
Sub-concept: DC Motor Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Separately Excited DC Motor Time: 120 secs

48. A separately excited DC motor runs at 1000 rpm on no load when its armature
terminals are connected to a 200V DC source, and the rated voltage is applied
to the field winding. The armature resistance of this motor is 1Ω. The no-load
armature current is negligible. With the motor developing its full load torque,
the armature voltage is set so that the rotor speed is 500 rpm. When the load
torque is reduced to 50% of the full load value under the same armature voltage
conditions, the speed rises to 520 rpm. Neglecting the rotational losses, the full
load armature current (in Ampere) is ________.
Ans. 08
At no load
Ia = 0
ENL = V – IaRa
ENL = V = 200 Volt
Ra = 1Ω
ENL = KmNNLφ

EN L 200
Km  = = = 0.2   is constan t
NN L 1000

Kmφ = 0.2
At full load
E = V – Ia × 1 ………… (1)
E = Kmφ Nfl ………… (2)
NFL = 500 rpm
Kmφ Nfl = V – Ia
500 × 0.2 = V – Ia
V – Ia = 100 ………… (3)
When torque is reduced to 50% then—
N = 520
Ia2
= 0.5Ia
E = V – 0.5Ia × 1
E = Km φ N = 0.2 × 520
 0.2 × 520 = V – 0.5Ia
V – 0.5Ia = 104 ………… (4)
By solving equation (3) and (4)
Ia = 8Amp
Topic: Electrical Machines Marks: 2
Concept: DC Machines Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Operation Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Torque equation Time: 120 secs

49. A DC motor has the following specification: 10 hp, 37.5 A, 230 V; flux/pole = 0.01
Wb, number of poles = 4, number of conductors = 666, number of parallel paths
= 2. Armature resistance = 0.267 Ω. The armature reaction is negligible and
rotational losses are 600 W. The motor operates from a 230 V DC supply. If the
motor runs at 1000 rpm, the output torque produced (in Nm) is ________.
Ans. 57.759 (57 – 58)
Pin = 10 × 746 = 7460W
IL = 37.5A,  = 0.01, P = 4, Z = 666, N = 1000 rpm, A = 2
N Pz 1000  4  0.01 666
=
Eb = 60A 60  2
Eb = 222 V
V − Eb 230 − 222
Ia = = = 29.96 A
Ra 0.267

Pdev = EbIa = 222 × 29.96

Pdev = 6651.12W
Pdev = Pout + Prot.
Pout = Pdev – Prot.
Pout = 6651.685 – 600 = 6051.12
P 6051.685
Tout = out = = 57.789 N − m
r 2  1000
60
Topic: Electrical Machines Marks: 2
Concept: Transformer Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Auto - Transformer Level: Easy
Concept Field: Comparison of Two -Winding & Auto -Transformer Time: 60 secs

50. A 200/400 V, 50 Hz, two-winding transformer is rated at 20 kVA. Its windings

are connected as an autotransformer of rating 200/600V. A resistive load of 12Ω
is connected to the high voltage (600 V) side of the auto-transformer. The value
of equivalent load resistance (in Ohm) as seen from low voltage side is
_________.
Ans. 1.33 (1.3 – 1.4)

ST = 20 kVA
600
=3
K = 200
RL 12
2
=
Req from LV side = K 32

R'L = 1.33 Ω
Topic: Electrical Machines Marks: 2
Concept: Transformer Type: NAT
Sub-concept: Transformer Operation Level: Easy
Concept Field: Single-Phase Parallel Operation Time: 60 secs

51. Two single-phase transformers T1 and T2 each rated at 500 kVA are operated in
parallel. Percentage impedances of T1 and T2 are (1 + j6) and (0.8 + j4.8),
respectively. To share a load of 1000 kVA at 0.8 lagging power factor, the
contribution of T2 (in kVA) is _________.
Ans. 555.55 ( 554 – 556)
Load = 1000 kVA at 0.8 pf
SL = 1000×0.8 + j1000 × 0.6
SL = 800 + j600
ZT2 = 0.8 + j4.8
ZT1 = 1 + j6
 ZT 1 
S T2 = SL  
 Z T1 + Z T2 
 1+ j6 
S T2 = ( 800 + j600 )  
 1+ j6 + 0.8 + j4.8 
 37 
 
2 
= 1000  1.8 + 10.8 
2

37
1000 
= 10.94

SL = 555.55 kVA
Topic: Control System Marks: 2
Concept: Math Model, Block Diag. & SF Graph Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Signal Flow Graph Level: Moderate
Concept Field: Masons Gain Formula Time: 120 secs

52. In the signal flow diagram given in the figure, u1 and u2 are possible inputs
whereas y1 and y2 are possible outputs. When would the SISO system derived
from this diagram be controllable and observable?

(1) When u1 is the only input and y1 is the only output.

(2) When u2 is the only input and y1 is the only output.
(3) When u1 is the only input and y2 is the only output.
(4) When u2 is the only input and y2 is the only output.
Sol. Correct answer is (2)
From the given block diagram.
 x.1  5 −2  x1   1 0
 =    +   u1 +   u2
x.2  2 1  x2   1  1
 y1  1 0   x1 
 y  = 1 −1 x 
 2    2
By considering U2 as input and Y1 as output. The state equations become
5 −2  −2
AB =   
2 −1  1 
0 −2
Q C = B AB  =  
1 1 
det(QC) = 2. Hence , controllable.
 5 −2
CA = 1 0   = 5 − 2
2 1 
C   1 0 
Q0 =   =  
 A  5 −2
det(Q0) = – 2. Hence, observable.
Topic: Control System Marks: 2
Concept: Time Response Analysis Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Second Order System Level: Easy
Concept Field: Time: 60 secs

53. The transfer function of a second order real system with a perfectly flat
magnitude response of unity has a pole at (2 – j3). List all the poles and zeroes.
(1) Poles at (2 ± j3), no zeroes.
(2) Poles at (±2 – j3), one zero at origin.
(3) Poles at (2 – j3), (–2 + j3) zeroes at (–2 – j3), (2 + j3)
(4) Poles at (2 ± j3), zeroes at (–2 ± j3)
Sol. Correct answer is (4)
The second order real system for flat magnitude is

Hence, option (4) is correct.

Topic: Control System Marks: 2

Concept: Math Model, Block Diag. & SF Graph Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Block Diagram Reduction Technique Level: Easy
Concept Field: Determination of Transfer Function Time: 60 secs

Y ( s)
X ( s)
54. Find the transfer function of the system given below.

G1 G2
+
(1) 1− H G 1 1− H G 2
G1 G2
+
(2) 1+ H G 1 1+ H G2
G1 + G2
(3) 1+ H (G 1 + G 2 )
G1 + G2
(4) 1− H (G 1 + G 2 )
Sol. Correct answer is (3)
The given block diagram can be analyzed by signal flow graph
Two forward paths of magnitude = G1 & G2
Two loops of magnitude = -G1H & -G2H
By mason’s gain formula
G 1 + G2
T ( s) =
1+ G 1H + G 2H
Topic: Control System Marks: 2
Concept: Stability Analysis Type: MCQ
Sub-concept: Root Locus Techniques Level: Easy
Concept Field: Intersection of Root Locus with jw axis Time: 60 secs

55. The open loop poles of a third order unity feedback system are at 0, –1, –2. Let
the frequency corresponding to the point where the root locus of the system transits
to unstable region be K. Now suppose we introduce a zero in the open loop transfer
function at –3, while keeping all the earlier open loop poles intact. Which one of the
following is TRUE about the point where the root locus of the modified system transits
to unstable region?
(1) It corresponds to a frequency greater than K
(2) It corresponds to a frequency less than K
(3) It corresponds to a frequency K
(4) Root locus of modified system never transits to unstable region
Sol. Correct answer is (4)
Given open loop transfer function
K
T1 =
s ( s + 1) ( s + 2)
The root locus plot is like
By adding zero the transfer function and root locus plots
K ( s + 3)
T2 =
s ( s + 1) ( s + 2)

So, in second case the root locus plot never goes to right hand side, the option
D which states the root locus of modified system never transits to unstable
region.