A particle moves such that its position coordinates (x, y) are given by x = 2t and y = t^2. The equation of its trajectory is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A particle moves such that its position coordinates (x, y) are given by x = 2t and y = t^2. The equation of its trajectory is:
A. y = x^2 / 4
B. y = 2x^2
C. y = x^2 / 2
D. y = x
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The equation of trajectory represents the path of the particle in the x-y plane, eliminating the time variable 't'. Given x = 2t, we can write t = x/2. Substitute this into the y equation: y = t^2 = (x/2)^2 = x^2 / 4. This confirms the particle moves in a parabolic path.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Physics Questions

Question #1
The dimensional formula of coefficient of viscosity is
A. [ML⁻¹T⁻¹]
B. [ML⁻²T]
C. [MLT⁻¹]
D. [M⁰LT⁻¹]

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Viscosity η = Force/(Area × velocity gradient). Force [MLT⁻²], area [L²], velocity gradient [T⁻¹]. So η = [MLT⁻²]/([L²][T⁻¹]) = [ML⁻¹T⁻¹]. Often asked.

This question belongs to: Science Physics
Question #2
A wire of resistance 16 Ω is drawn to double its length. New resistance is
A. 64 Ω
B. 32 Ω
C. 4 Ω
D. 8 Ω

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Volume constant: R' = n² R = 2² × 16 = 64 Ω.

This question belongs to: Science Physics
Question #3
The loudness of sound is measured in
A. Meter
B. Decibel
C. Watt
D. Hertz

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Decibel (dB) measures intensity level.

This question belongs to: Science Physics