CBSE Class 12 Mathematics 2012 Previous Year Question Paper (Delhi Set-1)
This is the CBSE Class 12 Mathematics 2012 Main Exams Delhi-Set-1 previous year question paper. The paper is divided into three sections: A, B, and C. Section A contains 10 questions of 1 mark each, Section B has 12 questions of 4 marks each, and Section C includes 7 questions of 6 marks each. All questions are compulsory, with internal choices provided in some questions. Solving this board question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam structure, question types, and marking scheme, thereby enhancing their preparation and performance in the upcoming board examinations.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Session | 2012 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The question paper consists of 29 questions divided into three Sections A, B and C. Section A comprises of 10 questions of one mark each, Section B comprises of 12 questions of four marks each and Section C comprises of 7 questions of six marks each.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Direction Ratios and Cosines
- Vector Projection
- Vector Addition
- Definite Integrals
- Indefinite Integrals
- Minors of Determinants
- Matrix Multiplication
- Matrix Addition
- Trigonometric Identities
- Inverse Trigonometric Functions
- Binary Operations
- Logarithmic Differentiation
- Probability
- Lines in 3D
- Vector Dot Product
- Differential Equations
- Particular Solutions
- Integration of Trigonometric Products
- Partial Fractions
- Tangents to Curves
- Approximation using Differentials
- Second Order Derivatives
- Properties of Determinants
Important topics
- Direction Cosines
- Vector Projection
- Vector Sum
- Integration
- Determinants
- Matrices
- Inverse Trigonometry
- Differential Equations
- Lines in 3D
- Vector Algebra
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Question paper text
estion Paper-Delhi (2012)
General Instructions:
- All questions are compulsory.
- The question paper consists of 29 questions divided into three Sections A, B and C, Section A comprises of 10 questions of one mark each, Section B comprises of 12 questions of four marks each and Section C comprises of 7 questions of six marks each.
- All questions in Section A are to be answered in one word, one sentence or as per the exact requirement of the question.
- There is no overall choice. However, internal choice has been provided in 4 questions of four marks each and 2 questions of six marks each. You have to attempt only one of the alternatives in all such questions.
- Use of calculators is not permitted.
SECTION-A
Questions numbers 1 to 10 carry 1 mark each.
Q1. If a line has direction ratios <math>2, -1, -2</math>, then what are its direction cosines? 1
Q2. Find '<math>\lambda</math>' when the projection of <math>\vec{a} = \lambda \hat{i} + \hat{j} + 4\hat{k}</math> on <math>\vec{b} = 2\hat{i} + 6\hat{j} + 3\hat{k}</math> is 4 units. 1
Q3. Find the sum of the vectors <math>\vec{a} = \hat{i} - 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}</math>, <math>\vec{b} = -2\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} + 5\hat{k}</math> and <math>\vec{c} = \hat{i} - 6\hat{j} - 7\hat{k}</math>. 1
Q4. Evaluate : <math display="block">\int_{-\infty}^{3} \frac{1}{x} dx</math> 1
Q5. Evaluate <math>\int (1-x)\sqrt{x} dx</math>. 1
Q6. If <math>\Delta = \begin{bmatrix} 5 & 3 & 8 \\ 2 & 0 & 1 \\ 1 & 2 & 3 \end{bmatrix}</math>, write the minor of the element <math>a_{23}</math>. 1
Q7. If <math>\begin{pmatrix} 2 & 3 \\ 5 & 7 \end{pmatrix} \begin{pmatrix} 1 & -3 \\ -2 & 4 \end{pmatrix} = \begin{pmatrix} -4 & 6 \\ -9 & x \end{pmatrix}</math>, write the value of x. 1
Q8. Simplify: <math>\cos \theta \begin{bmatrix} \cos \theta & \sin \theta \\ -\sin \theta & \cos \theta \end{bmatrix} + \sin \theta \begin{bmatrix} \sin \theta & -\cos \theta \\ \cos \theta & \sin \theta \end{bmatrix}</math> 1
Q9. Write the principal value of <math>\cos^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{2}\right) - 2\sin^{-1}\left(-\frac{1}{2}\right)</math>. 1
1 Q10. Let * be a 'binary' operation on N given by a * b = LCM (a, b) for all <math>a, b \in \mathbb{N}</math>. Find 5 * 7.
SECTION-B
Question numbers 11 to 22 carry 4 mark each.
4
Q11. If <math>(\cos x)^y = (\cos y)^x</math>, find <math>\frac{dy}{dx}</math>. OR
If <math>\sin y = x \sin (a + y)</math>, prove that <math>\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{\sin^2(a + y)}{\sin a}</math>.
Q12. How many times must a man toss a fair coin, so that the probability of having at least one head is more than 80%? 4
Q13. Find the Vector and Cartesian equations of the line passing through the point (1, 2, -4) and perpendicular to the two lines <math>\frac{x-8}{3} = \frac{y+19}{-16} = \frac{z-10}{7}</math> and <math>\frac{x-15}{3} = \frac{y-29}{9} = \frac{z-5}{-5}</math>. 4
Q14. If <math>\vec{a}, \vec{b}, \vec{c}</math> are three vectors such that <math>|\vec{a}| = 5</math>, <math>|\vec{b}| = 12</math> and <math>|\vec{c}| = 13</math>, and <math>\vec{a} + \vec{b} + \vec{c} = \vec{0}</math>, find the value of <math>\vec{a} \cdot \vec{b} + \vec{b} \cdot \vec{c} + \vec{c} \cdot \vec{a}</math>. 4
Q15. Solve the following differential equation : 4
<math>2x^2 \frac{dy}{dx} - 2xy + y^2 = 0.</math> 4 Q16. Find the particular solution of the following differential equation. <math>\frac{dy}{dx} = 1 + x^2 + y^2 + x^2 y^2</math>, given that <math>y = 1</math> where <math>x = 0</math>.
Q17. Evluate : <math>\int \sin x \sin 2x \sin 3x \, dx</math>
OR
Evaluate: <math display="block">\int \frac{2}{(1-x)(1+x^2)} dx</math>
Q18. Find the point on the curve <math>y = x^3 - 11x + 5</math> at which the equation of tangent is <math>y = x - 11</math>. OR Using differentials, find the approximate value of <math>\sqrt{49.5}</math>. 4 4 Q19. If <math>y = (\tan^{-1} x)^2</math>, show that
<math>(x^2+1)^2 \frac{d^2y}{dx^2} + 2x(x^2+1) \frac{dy}{dx} = 2</math>. 6 Q20. Using properties of determinants, prove that
<math display="block">\begin{vmatrix} b+c & q+r & y+z \\ c+a & r+p & z+x \\ a+b & p+q & x+y \end{vmatrix} = 2 \begin{vmatrix} a & p & x \\ b & q & y \\ c & r & z \end{vmatrix}</math> 2
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 12 Mathematics 2012 Main Exams Delhi-Set-1 previous year board question paper.
What is the structure of the paper?
The paper has 29 questions divided into three sections: Section A (10x1 mark), Section B (12x4 marks), and Section C (7x6 marks).
Are there any choices available in the questions?
Yes, internal choice has been provided in 4 questions of four marks each and 2 questions of six marks each.
Why is solving previous year papers important?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the board pattern, question difficulty, and time management, leading to improved scores.
What is the duration and maximum marks for this paper?
The provided text mentions the marks for each section (1, 4, and 6 marks per question) but not the total marks or duration.
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