Two blocks with masses 100g and 200g are attached to the ends of springs A and B as shown in figure. The energy stored in A is E. The energy stored in B, when spring constants k_A, k_B of A and B, respectively satisfy the relation 4k_A = 3k_B, is :
Potential Energy of a Spring diagram for Q32 - JEE Main 2026 Morning
Two identical-looking springs vertically suspended with masses attached.
Potential Energy of a Spring diagram for Q32 - JEE Main 2026 Morning
Two identical-looking springs vertically suspended with masses attached.

Solution & Explanation

### Related Formula kx = mg U = frac12kx^2 = frac12fracm^2g^2k ### Core Logic For a block suspended in equilibrium, the restoring force of the spring balances gravity. Thus, the extension is x = mg/k. Substituting this into the spring energy equation gives energy directly in terms of mass and spring constant. ### Step 1: Compare Energy Ratios Given energy proportional relation: U propto fracm^2k fracU_AU_B = left(fracm_Am_Bright)^2left(frack_Bk_Aright) ### Step 2: Insert values Given 4k_A = 3k_B implies frack_Bk_A = frac43 Also m_A = 100textg, m_B = 200textg implies fracm_Am_B = frac12 fracU_AU_B = left(frac12right)^2left(frac43right) = frac14 times frac43 = frac13 ### Step 3: Final Calculation Since U_A = E, we have: fracEU_B = frac13 implies U_B = 3E ### Pattern Recognition Sees: "energy stored" + "spring under gravity weight" → jump straight to U = frac(mg)^22k instead of finding x first. ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Physics: Work, Energy and Power Class 11 Physics: Laws of Motion

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Q jee_main_2026_21_jan_morning Potential Energy
Potential energy (V) versus distance (x) is given by the graph, Rank various regions as per the magnitudes of the force (F) acting on a particle from high to low.
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The image shows a graph of potential energy versus distance with marked regions AB, BC, CD, and DE.
  • A. mathrmF_BC > F_CD > F_DE > F_AB
  • B. F_CD > F_AB > F_BC > F_DE
  • C. mathrmF_mathrmCD > mathrmF_mathrmDE > mathrmF_mathrmAB > mathrmF_mathrmBC
  • D. mathrmF_BC > F_AB > F_DE > F_CD

Solution

### Related Formula F = -fracdVdx ### Core Logic The magnitude of the force is given by the absolute value of the slope of the potential energy versus position curve: |F| = |textslope of V-x graph|. Comparing the slopes of different regions from the graph: - Region BC has the steepest slope (largest magnitude). - Region AB has a moderate positive slope. - Region DE has a moderate negative slope, but less steep than AB. - Region CD is perfectly flat (slope = 0). ### Step 1: Ranking Forces Therefore, magnitudes of the force follow the order: F_BC > F_AB > F_DE > F_CD ### Pattern Recognition In a V-x graph, steeper slopes always mean a stronger restoring or repulsive force. A flat line means zero force (equilibrium). ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Physics: Work, Energy and Power
Q44 jee_main_2026_21_jan_evening Work Done by Variable Force
A body of mass 2 text kg is moving along x-direction such that its displacement as function of time is given by x(t) = alpha t^2 + beta t + gamma text m, where alpha = 1 text m/s^2, beta = 1 text m/s and gamma = 1 text m. The work done on the body during the time interval t = 2 text s to t = 3 text s, is ________ J.
  • A. 49
  • B. 42
  • C. 24
  • D. 12

Solution

### Related Formula W = int F cdot dx = F cdot Delta x quad (textif force is constant) v = fracdxdt, quad a = fracdvdt F = m a ### Core Logic Given displacement equation: x(t) = 1t^2 + 1t + 1 Velocity is the first derivative: v(t) = 2t + 1 Acceleration is the second derivative: a(t) = 2 text m/s^2 Since acceleration is constant, the force is also constant: F = m a = 2 times 2 = 4 text N ### Step 1: Finding Displacement Interval We need the displacement during the interval t=2 to t=3: x(3) = 3^2 + 3 + 1 = 9 + 3 + 1 = 13 text m x(2) = 2^2 + 2 + 1 = 4 + 2 + 1 = 7 text m Total displacement S = x(3) - x(2) = 13 - 7 = 6 text m ### Step 2: Final Conclusion Work done: W = F cdot S = 4 text N times 6 text m = 24 text J ### Pattern Recognition If x(t) is a quadratic in t, acceleration is constant. Work done simply becomes ma times Delta x. ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Physics: Kinematics Class 11 Physics: Work, Energy and Power
Q41 jee_main_2026_22_january_evening Conservative Forces and Work Done
Given below are two statements : Statement I: An object moves from position r_1 to position r_2 under a conservative force field vecF. The work done by the force is W = -int_r_1^r_2 vecF cdot overrightarrowdr. Statement II : Any object moving from one location to another location can follow infinite number of paths. Therefore, the amount of work done by the object changes with the path it follows for a conservative force. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :
  • A. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
  • B. Statement I is false but Statement II is true
  • C. Statement I is true but Statement II is false
  • D. Both Statement I and Statement II are false

Solution

### Related Formula W = int_r_1^r_2 vecF cdot dvecr oint vecF_textcons cdot dvecr = 0 ### Core Logic Evaluating Statement I: Work done by a force is defined as W = +int_r_1^r_2 vecF cdot dvecr. The negative sign represents potential energy change (Delta U = -W), not work done itself. Thus Statement I is incorrect. Evaluating Statement II: For a conservative force, work done depends ONLY on initial and final positions, independent of the path taken. Thus Statement II is incorrect. ### Step 1: Final Conclusion Both Statement I and Statement II are false. ### Pattern Recognition Conservative force definition: Work done is path-independent (W depends only on end points). Formula for work is +int vecF cdot dvecr. ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Physics: Work, Energy and Power
Q27 jee_main_2026_23_january_morning Vertical Circular Motion
A small both A of mass m is attached to a massless rigid rod of length 1m pivoted at point P and kept at an angle of 60^circ with vertical as shown in figure. At distance of 1m below point P, an identical bob B is kept at rest on a smooth horizontal surface that extends to a circular track of radius R as shown in figure. If bob B just manages to complete the circular path of radius R upto a point Q after being hit elastically by bob A, then radius R is
Vertical Circular Motion diagram for Q27 - JEE Main 2026 Morning
Displays bob A on a rod hitting bob B which enters a circular track.
  • A. frac35
  • B. frac15
  • C. frac2+sqrt35
  • D. frac2-sqrt35

Solution

### Related Formula V = sqrt2gl(1 - cos theta) V_textmin = sqrt5gR ### Core Logic Bob A gains kinetic energy converting from potential energy when it falls from angle 60^circ. Since the collision is elastic and masses are identical, Bob A will transfer its entire momentum to Bob B. Bob B will then use this velocity to complete the vertical circular loop. ### Step 1: Velocity of Bob A before collision Velocity of Bob A at the lowest point: V_A = sqrt2gl(1 - cos theta) V_A = sqrt2 times 10 times 1 left(1 - frac12right) = sqrt10 text m/s ### Step 2: Velocity of Bob B after collision Due to elastic collision between identical masses, velocities are exchanged. V_B = V_A = sqrt10 text m/s ### Step 3: Condition for completing loop To just complete the circular track of radius R, the minimum velocity required at the lowest point is: V_B = sqrt5gR sqrt10 = sqrt5 times 10 times R 10 = 50R R = frac15 text m ### Pattern Recognition Sees: "elastic collision" + "identical masses" → velocities swap instantly. "just completes circular path" → velocity is exactly sqrt5gR at the bottom. ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Physics: Work, Energy and Power Class 11 Physics: Systems of Particles and Rotational Motion

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