Which scientist discovered the laws of planetary motion? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which scientist discovered the laws of planetary motion?
A. Galileo
B. Newton
C. Copernicus
D. Kepler
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Kepler's laws of planetary motion. Newton explained them via gravitation.

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Question #1
The graph between velocity and time for uniform acceleration is
A. Circle
B. Straight line inclined to time axis
C. Parabola
D. Straight line parallel to time axis

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
v = u + at, linear relation, slope = a. Straight line inclined. If a=0, parallel to time axis (uniform velocity). Displacement-time is parabola for uniform acceleration.

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Question #2
When a source of sound moves towards a stationary observer, the apparent frequency:
A. Increases
B. Becomes zero
C. Remains same
D. Decreases

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
This is the Doppler effect: when source moves toward observer, wavefronts compress, decreasing wavelength, thus increasing apparent frequency (f' = f·v/(v - v_s), where v is sound speed, v_s source speed). Conversely, receding source decreases frequency. This applies to all waves (light, sound). Memory aid: 'Approaching = higher pitch (frequency); Receding = lower pitch'. Competitive exams often test qualitative understanding before formula application. Always identify motion direction relative to observer for sign conventions in numerical problems.

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Question #3
A wire of resistance 6 Ω is stretched to thrice its original length. New resistance is
A. 18 Ω
B. 2 Ω
C. 54 Ω
D. 36 Ω

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
R ∝ L² (volume constant). L'=3L => R' = 3² × 6 = 9×6 = 54 Ω. Generally, R' = n² R for stretching n times. Important concept.

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