CUET · PHYSICS · PYQ PAPER 2023

In amplitude modulation, modulation index '\( \mu \)' should be:

A \( \mu \le 1 \)
B \( \mu > 1 \)
C \( \mu = 10 \)
D \( -1 < \mu < 10 \)

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(A) \( \mu \le 1 \)

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The modulation index \(\mu\) is kept less than or equal to 1 to prevent overmodulation, which causes signal distortion and makes it difficult to recover the original message at the receiver. When \(\mu>1\), the envelope of the modulated wave crosses the zero axis, resulting in…

Apply the relevant identity from the chapter and substitute the values established in the previous step, keeping the original constraint in view.

Use the simplified expression to isolate the unknown, then plug the result back into the question setup to confirm the working is internally consistent.

Cross-check against a boundary or limiting case. Both the dimensional balance and the qualitative behaviour at the extreme should agree with the candidate answer.

Combine the steps above to identify the correct option. The remaining choices each fail at least one of the consistency, dimensional, or boundary checks.

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Match List-I with List-II (Symbols have their usual meanings)

List-I (Physical Quantity)	List-II (Expression)
(A) Current density	(I) \( \frac{e E \tau}{m} \)
(B) Drift velocity	(II) \( \frac{n e^2 \tau}{m} \)
(C) Conductivity	(III) \( \frac{e \tau}{m} \)
(D) Mobility	(IV) \( n e v_d \)

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