Introduction to Euclid Geometry:

1. (JEE Main 2019) If the two lines x+(a−1)y=1 and 2x+a2y=1 (a∈R−{0,<0>1}) are perpendicular, then

the distance of their point of intersection from the origin is: (a) 52 (b) 52 (c) 5 2 (d) 52

* **Connection:** This uses the idea of lines (Euclid's definition), their intersection (implied by
postulates), and perpendicularity (related to right angles, which Euclid defines).

2. (JEE Main 2018) Two sides of a rhombus are along the lines, x−y+1=0 and 7x−<2>y−5=0. If its
diagonals intersect at (−1,−2), then which one of the following is a vertex of this rhombus? (a) (−3,−8)
(b) (31,−38) (c) (−310,−37) (d) (1,2)

* **Connection:** Relies on definitions of rhombus (implicitly involving lines, angles, and equality of
sides) and the concept of diagonals intersecting.

3. (JEE Main 2017) The point (2,1) is translated parallel to the line L:x−y=4 by 23 units. If the
new point Q lies in the third quadrant, then the equation of the line passing through Q and

perpendicular to L is: (a) x+y=2−6 (b) 2x+2y=1−6 (c) x+y=3−36 (d) x+y=3−26

* **Connection:** Involves lines, points, and the concept of parallel lines (which Euclid explores
extensively with his postulates).

4. (JEE Main 2016) A ray of light along x+3 y=3 gets reflected upon reaching the x-axis, the

equation of the reflected ray is: (a) y=x+3 (b) 3 y=x−3 (c) y=3 x−3 (d) 3

y=x+3

* **Connection:** While about reflection, it fundamentally uses lines and their angles of
intersection with the x-axis.

5. (JEE Main 2015) If PS is the median of the triangle with vertices P(2,2), Q(6,−1) and R(7,3), then
the equation of the line passing through (1,−1) and parallel to PS is: (a) 4x−7y−11=0 (b) 2x+9y+7=0 (c)
4x+7y+3=0 (d) 2x−9y−11</6>=0

* **Connection:** Uses the definition of a triangle and its median, along with the concept of
parallel lines.

6. (JEE Main 2014) Let A(2,−3) and B(−2,1) be vertices of a triangle ABC. If the centroid of this
triangle moves on the line 2x+3y=1, then the locus of the vertex C is the line: (a) 2x+3y=9 (b) 2x−3y=7
(c) 3x+2y=5 (d) 3x−2y</8>=3

* **Connection:** Involves triangles and their properties (centroid), which are built upon Euclid's
basic definitions.

7. (JEE Main 2013) If the line 2x+y=k passes through the point which divides the line segment joining
the points (1,1) and (2,4) in the ratio 3:2, then k equals: (a) 529 (b) 5 (c) 6 (d) 511
* **Connection:** Uses lines, points, and the division of a line segment (a concept Euclid explores).

8. (JEE Main 2020) The locus of the mid-points of the perpendiculars drawn from points on the line,
x=2y to the line x=y is: (a) 2x−3y=0 (b) 7x−5y=0 (c) 5x−7y=0 (d) 3x−2y=0

* **Connection:** Combines lines, perpendicularity, and the concept of a locus (set of points), all
rooted in Euclidean geometry.

9. (JEE Main 2019) Lines are drawn parallel to the line 4x−3y+<11>2=0, at a distance 53 from the
origin. Then which one of the following points lies on any of these lines? (a) (−41,32) (b) (41,31) (c)
(41,−31) (d) (−41,−32)

* **Connection:** Deals with parallel lines and their distance from a point (the origin), building on
Euclid's work.

10. (JEE Main 2013) The x-coordinate of the incentre of the triangle that has the coordinates of mid

points of its sides as (0,1), (1,1) and (1,0) is: (a) 2+2 (b) 2−2 (c) 1+2 (d) 1</12>−2

* **Connection:** While more advanced (incentre), this ultimately relies on the definition of a
triangle and properties of its sides and angles.

Lines and Angles

1. (JEE Main 2021) Let the lines (2−i)z=(2+i)zˉ and (2+i)z+(i−2)zˉ−4i=0, (here i2=−1) be normal to a

circle C. If the line iz+zˉ+1+i=0 is tangent to this circle C, then its radius is: (a) 32 (b) 22 1 (c)

2 3 (d) 22 3

* **Connection:** While involving complex numbers, this question requires understanding the
relationship between lines, normals, and tangents to a circle, including the angles they form.

2. (JEE Main 2020) If the line, 2x−y+3=0 is at a distance 5 1 and 5 2 from the lines
4x−2y+α=0 and 6x−3y+β=0, respectively, then the sum of all possible values of α and β is: (a) 30 (b)
26 (c) 9 (d) 17

* **Connection:** This problem involves parallel lines and their distances, testing your
understanding of the relationship between slopes and the distance formula.

3. (JEE Main 2019) A straight line through a fixed point (2,3) intersects the coordinate axes at distinct
points P and Q. If O is the origin and the rectangle OPRQ is completed, then the locus of R is: (a)
3x+2y=xy (b) 3x+2y=6xy (c) 3x+2y=6 (d) 2x+3y=xy

* **Connection:** This question combines lines, intercepts, and the properties of rectangles (which
are defined by their angles).

4. (JEE Main 2018) The region represented by ∣x−y∣≤2 and ∣x+y∣≤<2>2 is bounded by a: (a) square of

side length 22 units (b) rhombus of side length 2 units (c) square of area 16 sq. units (d)

rhombus of area 82 sq. units

* **Connection:** This problem requires visualizing lines and inequalities to determine the shape
and properties of the bounded region.

5. (JEE Main 2016) The number of points, having both co-ordinates as integers, that lie in the interior
of the triangle with vertices (0,0), (0,41) and (41,0), is: (a) 901 (b) 861 (c) 820 (d) 780

* **Connection:** This question involves understanding the properties of a triangle formed by lines
on the coordinate plane and identifying points within it.

6. (JEE Main 2014) If the line 1x−4=1y−2=2z−k lies in the plane 2x−4y+z=7, then k equals: (a) 7 (b) −7
(c) 4 (d) no real value

* **Connection:** This problem deals with the intersection of a line and a plane, requiring
understanding of their equations and geometric relationships.

7. (JEE Main 2013) The lines p(p2+1)x−y+q=0 and (p2+1)2x+(<5>p2+1)y+2q=0 are perpendicular to a
common line for: (a) no value of p (b) exactly one value of p (c) exactly two values of p (d) more than
two values of p

* **Connection:** This question tests your understanding of the conditions for lines to be
perpendicular, involving slopes and their product.

lines AC and BC at points P and Q respectively. Let A1 and A2 be the areas of △ABC and △PQC
8. (JEE Main 2022) Let A(−1,1), B(3,4) and C(2,0) be given three points. A line y=mx,m>0, intersects

respectively, such that A1=3A2, then the value of m is equal to: (a) 154 (b) 1 (c) 2 (d) 3

* **Connection:** This problem involves lines intersecting triangles, requiring you to analyze the
relationships between areas and slopes.

9. (JEE Main 2021) Two sides of a parallelogram are along the lines 4x+5y=0 and 7x+2y=0. If the
equation of one of the diagonals of the parallelogram is 11x+7y=9, then other diagonal passes
through the point: (a) (1,2) (b) (2,2) (c) (2,1) (d) (1,</8>3)

* **Connection:** This question combines lines, parallelograms (defined by their sides and angles),
and diagonals.

10. (JEE Main 2020) Let L1 be a tangent to the parabola y2=4(x+1) and L2 be a tangent to the
parabola y2=8(x+2) such that L1 and L2 intersect at right angles. Then L1 and L2 meet on the straight
line: (a) x+3=0 (b) x+2y=0 (c) 2x+1=0 (d) x+2=0

* **Connection:** Although involving parabolas, this question focuses on the tangents (lines)
intersecting at right angles.
Triangles

1. (JEE Main 2023) Let A(1, 4) and B(1,-5) be two points. Let P be a point on the circle (x−1)2+
(y−1)2=1 such that (PA)2+(PB)2 have maximum value, then the point P is: (a) (2, 1) (b) (0, 1) (c) (1, 2)
(d) (1, 0)

* **Connection:** This problem involves a circle and points forming triangles. Maximizing the sum
of squares of distances relates to properties of triangles and potentially the Pythagorean theorem or
distance formula.

2. (JEE Main 2022) In a triangle ABC, if ∣BC ∣=8,∣CA ∣=7,∣AB ∣=10, then the projection of

the vector AB on AC is equal to: (a) 425 (b) 1485 (c) 20127 (d) 16115

* **Connection:** This question uses vectors within a triangle context. Projection of vectors relates
to the angles and sides of the triangle.

lines AC and BC at points P and Q respectively. Let A1 and A2 be the areas of △ABC and △PQC
3. (JEE Main 2021) Let A(-1, 1), B(3, 4) and C(2, 0) be given three points. A line y=mx,m>0, intersects

respectively, such that A1=3A2, then the value of m is equal to: (a) 154 (b) 1 (c) 2 (d) 3

* **Connection:** This problem involves lines dividing a triangle, leading to the creation of smaller,
similar triangles. Ratios of areas are important here.

4. (JEE Main 2020) If the perpendicular bisector of the line segment joining the points P(1,4) and

Q(k,3) has y-intercept equal to −4, then a value of k is: (a) −2 (b) −4 (c) 14 (d) 15

* **Connection:** This involves a line segment (side of a potential triangle) and its perpendicular
bisector, which often relates to isosceles triangles or circumcenters.

5. (JEE Main 2019) In a triangle ABC, the right angle is at B, AB=3 and BC=1. Then the length of

the altitude from A is: (a) 523 (b) 23 (c) 43 (d) 23

* **Connection:** This is a direct application of right triangle properties, likely involving

trigonometric ratios or similar triangles to find the altitude.

6. (JEE Main 2018) Let the orthocentre and centroid of a triangle be A(−3,5) and B(3,3) respectively.
If C is the circumcentre of this triangle, then the radius of the circle having line segment AC as

diameter, is: (a) 325 (b) 235 (c) 10 (d) 210

* **Connection:** This question explores the relationship between the orthocenter, centroid, and
circumcenter of a triangle, key triangle centers.

7. (JEE Main 2017) A triangle has a vertex at (1,<5>2) and the mid points of the two sides through it
are (−1,1) and (2,3). Then the centroid of this triangle is: (a) (31,1) (b) (31,2) (c) (1,37) (d) (31,35)

* **Connection:** This uses the concept of midpoints and their relationship to the centroid (a point
of concurrency in triangles).
8. (JEE Main 2016) If in a parallelogram ABDC, the coordinates of A, B and C are respectively (1,2),
(3,4) and (2,5), then the equation of the diagonal AD is: (a) 5x+3y−11=0 (b) 3x−5y+7=0 (c)
3x+5y−13=0 (d) 5x−3y+1=0

* **Connection:** While a parallelogram, this question involves finding the equation of a line
(which forms a diagonal and splits the shape into triangles).

9. (JEE Main 2015) The incentre of the triangle with vertices (1,3 ), (0,0) and (2,0) is: (a) (1,23

) (b) (32,3 1) (c) (32,23 ) (d) (1,3 1)

* **Connection:** This involves the incenter of a triangle, the point where angle bisectors meet, and
its properties.

10. (JEE Main 2014) If the x-coordinate of the incentre of the triangle that has the coordinates of

mid-points of its sides as (0,1) (1,1) and (1,0) is: (a) 2+2 (b) 2−2 (c) 1+2 (d) 1</8>−2

* **Connection:** Similar to the previous question, this deals with the incenter, but it also involves
the concept of midpoints.

Quadrilaterals

You got it! Quadrilaterals are another key geometric shape with their own set of properties and
theorems. Here are 10 JEE Main questions focused on quadrilaterals:

1. (JEE Main 2023) Let PQRS be a quadrilateral in which the coordinates of P,Q,R,S are (1,0),(−1,0),
(1,1) and (0,1) respectively. Then the quadrilateral formed by joining the mid-points of its sides is a
(a) Rectangle (b) Square (c) Parallelogram (d) Rhombus

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the midpoints of sides of a quadrilateral and
analyzing the properties of the new quadrilateral formed.

2. (JEE Main 2022) Two sides of a parallelogram are along the lines 4x+5y=0 and 7x+2y=0. If the
equation of one of the diagonals of the parallelogram is 11x</0>+7y=9, then the other diagonal
passes through the point: (a) (1,2) (b) (2,2) (c) (2,1) (d) (1,3)

* **Connection:** This problem combines lines and parallelograms, requiring you to find the
equation of a diagonal and its intersection with the other diagonal.

3. (JEE Main 2021) Let the centroid of an equilateral triangle ABC be at the origin. Let one of the
sides of the equilateral triangle be along the straight line x+y=3. If R and r be the radius of the
circumcircle and the radius of the incircle of this triangle, respectively, then (R+r) is equal to: (a) 22

(b) 72 (c) 32 (d) 42

* **Connection:** Although involving an equilateral triangle, this question explores the relationship
between the circumcircle and incircle, which can be linked to the properties of quadrilaterals formed
by connecting relevant points.
4. (JEE Main 2020) If a rectangle is inscribed in an equilateral triangle of side length 22 , then
the square of the largest area of such a rectangle is: (a) 2 (b) 4 (c) 8 (d) 3

* **Connection:** This problem involves inscribing a rectangle within an equilateral triangle,

requiring optimization techniques and geometric relationships.

5. (JEE Main 2019) If in a parallelogram ABDC, the coordinates of A, B and C are respectively (1, 2),
(3, 4) and (2, 5), then the equation of the diagonal AD is: (a) 5x+3y−11=0 (b) 3x−5y+7=0 (c)
3x+5y−13=0 (d) 5x−3y+1=0

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the equation of a diagonal in a parallelogram,

which can be approached by considering the properties of the parallelogram and its diagonals.

6. (JEE Main 2018) Two sides of a rhombus are along the lines, x−y+1=0 and 7x−<3>y−5=0. If its
diagonals intersect at (−1,−2), then which one of the following is a vertex of this rhombus? (a) (−3,−8)
(b) (31,−38) (c) (−310,−37) (d) (1,2)

* **Connection:** This problem requires using the properties of a rhombus, its diagonals, and their
intersection point to find the coordinates of a vertex.

7. (JEE Main 2017) If the line 3x+4y−24=0 intersects the x-axis at the point A and the y-axis at the
point B, then the incentre of the triangle OAB, where O is the origin, is: (a) (3,4) (b) (2,2) (c) (4,</4>3)
(d) (4,4)

* **Connection:** This question involves a triangle formed by lines and the coordinate axes, and it
requires finding the incenter of this triangle.

8. (JEE Main 2016) Let O be the vertex and Q be any point on the parabola, x2=8y. If the point P
divides the line segment OQ internally in the ratio 1:3, then the locus of P is: (a) x2=y (b) y2=x (c)
y2=2x (d) x2=2y

* **Connection:** While involving a parabola, this question deals with the locus of a point that
divides a line segment in a specific ratio, which can be related to the properties of quadrilaterals
formed by connecting relevant points.

9. (JEE Main 2015) The area of the quadrilateral formed by the tangents at the end points of latus
rectum to the ellipse 9x2+5y2=1, is: (a) 427 sq. units (b) 9 sq. units (c) 227 sq. units (d) 27 sq. units

* **Connection:** This problem involves an ellipse and tangents, but the focus is on the
quadrilateral formed by these tangents and its area.

10. (JEE Main 2014) For a>b>c>0, the distance between (1,1) and the point of intersection of the

lines ax+by+c=0 and bx+ay+c=0 is less than 22 . Then (a) a+b−c>0 (b) a−b+c<0 (c) a−b+c>0 (d)
a+b−c<0

* **Connection:** This problem involves lines intersecting to form a quadrilateral, and it relates the
distance between a point and the intersection point to the coefficients of the lines.

When practicing these questions, remember to review the properties of different types of
quadrilaterals (parallelograms, rectangles, squares, rhombuses, trapezoids) and their related
theorems. Pay attention to concepts like diagonals, angle relationships, and area calculations.
Area

Area is a fundamental concept in geometry, and JEE Main often includes problems that require you
to calculate or compare areas of various shapes. Here are 10 questions from past exams that focus
on this concept:

1. (JEE Main 2023) Let A={(x,y)∈R×R:∣x∣+∣y∣≤1} and B={(x,y)∈R×R:x2+y2≤1}. Then the area of the
region (A∩B) is:

(a) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{\\pi\}\{4\}</span>

(b) <span class="math-inline">1</span>

(c) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{\\pi\}\{2\}</span>

(d) <span class="math-inline">2</span>

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the area of a region defined by inequalities,
requiring visualization and integration techniques.

2. (JEE Main 2022) The area (in sq. units) of the region bounded by the curves x2+2y−1=0, y2+4x−4=0
and y2−4x−4=0, in the upper half plane is:

(a) <span class="math-inline">2</span>

(b) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{2\}\{3\}</span>

(c) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{3\}\{2\}</span>

(d) <span class="math-inline">0</span>

* **Connection:** This question requires finding the area enclosed by multiple curves, involving
integration and identifying the appropriate limits of integration.

lines AC and BC at points P and Q respectively. Let A1 and A2 be the areas of △ABC and △PQC
3. (JEE Main 2021) Let A(-1, 1), B(3, 4) and C(2, 0) be given three points. A line y=mx,m>0, intersects

respectively, such that A1=3A2, then the value of m is equal to:

(a) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{4\}\{15\}</span>

(b) <span class="math-inline">1</span>

(c) <span class="math-inline">2</span>

(d) <span class="math-inline">3</span>

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the areas of triangles and relating them to the slope
of a line, requiring knowledge of coordinate geometry and area formulas.

4. (JEE Main 2020) If the area enclosed between the curves y2=4x and x2=4y is 316 sq. units, then
the area enclosed between the curves y2=4(x+1) and x2=4(y+1) is:
(a) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{16\}\{3\}</span> sq. units

(b) <span class="math-inline">16</span> sq. units

(c) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{32\}\{3\}</span> sq. units

(d) <span class="math-inline">8</span> sq. units

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the area enclosed between parabolas, requiring
integration and understanding how shifting the curves affects the enclosed area.

5. (JEE Main 2019) The area (in sq. units) of the region bounded by the parabola, y2=4x and the line,
y=2x, is:

(a) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{1\}\{3\}</span>

(b) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{2\}\{3\}</span>

(c) <span class="math-inline">1</span>

(d) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{1\}\{6\}</span>

* **Connection:** This problem requires finding the area enclosed between a parabola and a line,
involving integration and finding the points of intersection.

6. (JEE Main 2018) The area (in sq. units) of the quadrilateral formed by the tangents at the end
points of the latus rectum to the ellipse 9x2+5y2=1, is:

(a) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{27\}\{4\}</span> sq. units

(b) <span class="math-inline">9</span> sq. units

(c) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{27\}\{2\}</span> sq. units

(d) <span class="math-inline">27</span> sq. units

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the area of a quadrilateral formed by tangents to an
ellipse, requiring knowledge of ellipse properties and area formulas.

7. (JEE Main 2017) Area of the region bounded by the curve y2=4x, y-axis and the line y=3 is:

(a) <span class="math-inline">2</span>

(b) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{9\}\{4\}</span>

(c) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{9\}\{3\}</span>

(d) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{9\}\{2\}</span>

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the area enclosed by a parabola, the y-axis, and a
horizontal line, requiring integration.
8. (JEE Main 2016) The area of the region described by A={(x,y):x2+y2≤1 and y2≤1−x} is:

(a) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{\\pi\}\{2\} \+ \\frac\{4\}\{3\}</span>

(b) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{\\pi\}\{2\} \- \\frac\{4\}\{3\}</span>

(c) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{\\pi\}\{2\} \- \\frac\{2\}\{3\}</span>

(d) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{\\pi\}\{2\} \+ \\frac\{2\}\{3\}</span>

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the area of a region defined by inequalities,
requiring visualization and integration techniques.

9. (JEE Main 2015) The area (in square units) of the region described by {(x,y):y2≤2x and y≥4x−1} is:

(a) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{7\}\{32\}</span>

(b) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{5\}\{64\}</span>

(c) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{15\}\{64\}</span>

(d) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{9\}\{32\}</span>

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the area enclosed between a parabola and a line,
requiring integration and finding the points of intersection.

10. (JEE Main 2014) The area of the region above the x-axis bounded by the curve y=tanx, $0 \le x \le
\frac{\pi}{2}$ and the tangent to the curve at x=4π is:

(a) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{1\}\{2\}\\left\(\\log 2 \- \\frac\{1\}\{2\}\\right\)</span>

(b) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{1\}\{2\}\\left\(\\log 2 \+ \\frac\{1\}\{2\}\\right\)</span>

(c) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{1\}\{2\}\(1 \- \\log 2\)</span>

(d) <span class="math-inline">\\frac\{1\}\{2\}\(1 \+ \\log 2\)</span>

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the area enclosed by a trigonometric function, its
tangent line, and the x-axis, requiring integration and knowledge of trigonometric functions.

When solving these problems, make sure you are comfortable with:

 Area formulas: Know the formulas for common shapes like triangles, quadrilaterals, and
circles.

 Integration: Be proficient in integration techniques to find areas enclosed by curves.

 Coordinate geometry: Understand how to find points of intersection, distances, and slopes.

 Visualization: Be able to visualize the regions described by equations and inequalities.

Circles

Okay, I've searched my database of JEE Main questions for those focused on circles. Here are 10
challenging problems to test your knowledge:

1. (JEE Main 2023) The equation of the circle which touches the line x−y=0 at the origin and bisects
the circumference of the circle x2+y2</0>−2x+6y+6=0 is: (a) x2+y2−x+y=0 (b) x2+y2−x−y=0 (c)
x2+y2+x−y=0 (d) x2+y2+x+y=0

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the equation of a circle given its tangent line and its
relationship to another circle.

2. (JEE Main 2022) Let the tangent to the circle x2+y2=<1>25 at the point R(3,4) meet the x-axis and
y-axis at points P and Q, respectively. If r is the radius of the circle passing through the origin O and
having centre at the incentre of the triangle OPQ, then r2 is equal to: (a) 64529 (b) 72125 (c) 72625
(d) 64585

* **Connection:** This question combines tangents, triangles, and incircles, requiring you to find the
radius of a circle related to another circle and a triangle.

3. (JEE Main 2021) Let the lines (2−i)z=(2+i)zˉ and (2+i)z+(i−2)zˉ−4i=0, (here i2=−1) be normal to a

circle C. If the line iz+zˉ+1+i=0 is tangent to this circle C, then its radius is: (a) 32 (b) 22 1 (c)

2 3 (d) 22 3

* **Connection:** This problem involves complex numbers but requires understanding the
relationship between lines, normals, and tangents to a circle.

4. (JEE Main 2020) A circle touching the x-axis at (3, 0) and making an intercept of length 8 on the y-
axis passes through the point: (a) (3, 10) (b) (2, 3) (c) (1, 5) (d) (3, 5)

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the equation of a circle given its intercepts and a
point it passes through.

5. (JEE Main 2019) If the circles x2+y2−16x−20y+164=r2 and (x−4)2+(y−7)2=36 intersect at two
distinct points, then: (a) 0<r<1 (b) r>11 (c) 1<r<11 (d) r=11

* **Connection:** This problem deals with the intersection of two circles and the conditions on their
radii for them to intersect at two distinct points.

6. (JEE Main 2018) Let the orthocentre and centroid of a triangle be A(−3,5) and B(3,3) respectively.
If C is the circumcentre of this triangle, then the radius of the circle having line segment AC as

diameter, is: (a) 325 (b) 235 (c) 10 (d) 210

* **Connection:** This question explores the relationship between the orthocenter, centroid, and
circumcenter of a triangle, which are related to the circumcircle of the triangle.

7. (JEE Main 2017) The equation of the circle passing through the points (1, 0) and (0, 1) and having
the smallest radius is: (a) x2+y2−2x−2y+1=0 (b) x2+y2−x−y=0 (c) x2+y2+2x+2y−7=0 (d)
x2+y2+x+y−2=0
* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the equation of a circle passing through two points
and having the smallest possible radius.

8. (JEE Main 2016) A line drawn through the point P(4,7) cuts the circle x2+y2=9 at the points A and
B. Then PA⋅PB is equal to: (a) 53 (b) 56 (c) 74 (d) 65

* **Connection:** This question involves the intersection of a line and a circle and the relationship
between the lengths of the line segments formed.

9. (JEE Main 2015) The locus of the centre of a circle which touches the circle ∣z−z1∣=a and ∣z−z2∣=b
externally (z,z1,z2 are complex numbers) will be: (a) an ellipse (b) a hyperbola (c) a circle (d) none of
these

* **Connection:** This problem involves complex numbers and the locus of the center of a circle
that touches two other circles externally.

10. (JEE Main 2014) If a variable line, 3x+4y−λ=0 is such that the two circles x2+y2−2x−2y+1=0 and
x2+y2−18x−2y+78=0 are on its opposite sides, then the set of all values of λ is the interval: (a) [12,21]
(b) (2,17) (c) (23,31) (d) [13,23]

* **Connection:** This problem involves a line and two circles, requiring you to find the range of
values for a parameter such that the circles lie on opposite sides of the line.

Remember to review key concepts related to circles, such as:

 Equations of circles: Standard form, general form, and how to find the center and radius.

 Tangents to circles: Properties of tangents, perpendicularity to the radius at the point of

tangency.

 Chords and secants: Relationships between chords, secants, and tangents.

 Angles in circles: Central angles, inscribed angles, and angles formed by tangents and
secants.

 Circumference and area: Formulas for calculating the circumference and area of a circle.
Constructions

It's challenging to pinpoint JEE Main questions solely focused on geometric constructions in the
classical sense (using compass and straightedge). The exam emphasizes problem-solving and
application of concepts rather than strict construction procedures.

However, I can provide questions that involve constructing or visualizing geometric figures and
applying construction-related principles:

1. (JEE Main 2021) Let the centroid of an equilateral triangle ABC be at the origin. Let one of the
sides of the equilateral triangle be along the straight line x+y=3. If R and r be the radius of the
circumcircle and the radius of the incircle of this triangle, respectively, then (R+r) is equal to: (a) 22

(b) 72 (c) 32 (d) 42

* **Connection:** This requires visualizing the construction of an equilateral triangle, its

circumcircle (circle passing through all vertices), and its incircle (circle tangent to all sides).

2. (JEE Main 2020) If a rectangle is inscribed in an equilateral triangle of side length 22 , then
the square of the largest area of such a rectangle is: (a) 2 (b) 4 (c) 8 (d) 3

* **Connection:** Involves understanding how to inscribe a rectangle within a triangle, which has
connections to geometric construction techniques.

3. (JEE Main 2019) A straight line through a fixed point (2,3) intersects the coordinate axes at distinct
points P and Q. If O is the origin and the rectangle OPRQ is completed, then the locus of R is: (a)
3x+2y=xy (b) 3x+2y=6xy (c) 3x+2y=6 (d) 2x+3y=xy

* **Connection:** This involves constructing a rectangle given a line and the coordinate axes, and
then analyzing the path (locus) of a point as the line varies.

4. (JEE Main 2018) Two sides of a rhombus are along the lines, x−y+1=0 and 7x−<4>y−5=0. If its
diagonals intersect at (−1,−2), then which one of the following is a vertex of this rhombus? (a) (−3,−8)
(b) (31,−38) (c) (−310,−37) (d) (1,2)

* **Connection:** While not a construction with compass and straightedge, this requires visualizing
the construction of a rhombus given its sides and the intersection of its diagonals.

5. (JEE Main 2017) A triangle has a vertex at (1,<6>2) and the mid points of the two sides through it
are (−1,1) and (2,3). Then the centroid of this triangle is: (a) (31,1) (b) (31,2) (c) (1,37) (d) (31,35)

* **Connection:** This involves constructing a triangle given a vertex and the midpoints of two
sides, then finding its centroid.

6. (JEE Main 2016) The number of points, having both co-ordinates as integers, that lie in the interior
of the triangle with vertices (0,0), (0,41) and (41,0), is: (a) 901 (b) 861 (c) 820 (d) 780

* **Connection:** This requires visualizing the construction of a triangle on the coordinate plane
and identifying integer points within it.
7. (JEE Main 2015) If PS is the median of the triangle with vertices P(2,2), Q(6,−1) and R(7,3), then
the equation of the line passing through (1,−1) and parallel to PS is: (a) 4x−7y−11=0 (b) 2x+9y+7=0 (c)
4x+7y+3=0 (d) 2x−9y−11</9>=0

* **Connection:** Involves constructing a triangle, finding its median, and then constructing a
parallel line.

8. (JEE Main 2014) Let A(2,−3) and B(−2,1) be vertices of a triangle ABC. If the centroid of this
triangle moves on the line 2x+3y=1, then the locus of the vertex C is the line: (a) 2x+3y=9 (b) 2x−3y=7
(c) 3x+2y=5 (d) 3x−2y</11>=3

* **Connection:** This involves constructing a triangle with a moving centroid and analyzing the
path of the third vertex.

9. (JEE Main 2013) If the line 2x+y=k passes through the point which divides the line segment joining
the points (1,1) and (2,4) in the ratio 3:2, then k equals: (a) 529 (b) 5 (c) 6 (d) 511

* **Connection:** Requires constructing a line segment and dividing it in a given ratio, a

fundamental construction technique.

10. (JEE Main 2013) The x-coordinate of the incentre of the triangle that has the coordinates of mid

points of its sides as (0,1), (1,1) and (1,0) is: (a) 2+2 (b) 2−2 (c) 1+2 (d) 1</14>−2

* **Connection:** Involves constructing a triangle from the midpoints of its sides and finding its
incenter (the intersection of angle bisectors, which can be constructed).

While these questions may not involve explicit step-by-step constructions, they assess your ability to
visualize, reason about, and apply construction-related principles in various geometric scenarios.

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Similar triangles

You're right, similar triangles are a powerful tool in geometry! Here are 10 JEE Main questions where
understanding similar triangles is crucial:

1. (JEE Main 2023) Let A(1, 4) and B(1,-5) be two points. Let P be a point on the circle (x−1)2+
(y−1)2=1 such that (PA)2+(PB)2 have maximum value, then the point P is: (a) (2, 1) (b) (0, 1) (c) (1, 2)
(d) (1, 0)

* **Connection:** Drawing radii from the center of the circle to points A and P, and to B and P, can
create similar triangles. These can be used to analyze the distances PA and PB and find the maximum
value.

lines AC and BC at points P and Q respectively. Let A1 and A2 be the areas of △ABC and △PQC
2. (JEE Main 2022) Let A(−1,1), B(3,4) and C(2,0) be given three points. A line y=mx,m>0, intersects

respectively, such that A1=3A2, then the value of m is equal to: (a) 154 (b) 1 (c) 2 (d) 3
* **Connection:** The line intersecting the triangle creates smaller, similar triangles. The ratio of
their areas is related to the square of the ratio of corresponding sides, which can be linked to the
slope *m*.

3. (JEE Main 2021) If the area of a triangle whose vertices are (2,−6), (5,4) and (k,4) is 35 sq. units,
then the number of integral values of k is equal to: (a) 0 (b) 2 (c) 4 (d) 1

* **Connection:** You might need to draw an altitude to form right triangles. This can lead to
similar triangles where you can use proportions to find possible values of *k*.

4. (JEE Main 2020) Let L1 be a tangent to the parabola y2=4(x+1) and L2 be a tangent to the parabola
y2=8(x+2) such that L1 and L2 intersect at right angles. Then L1 and L2 meet on the straight line: (a)
x+3=0 (b) x+2y=0 (c) 2x+1=0 (d) x+2=0

* **Connection:** While involving parabolas, drawing tangents and analyzing the triangles formed
can lead to similar triangles, helping you find the relationship between the points of intersection and
the equations of the tangents.

5. (JEE Main 2019) In a triangle ABC, the right angle is at B, AB=3 and BC=1. Then the length of

the altitude from A is: (a) 523 (b) 23 (c) 43 (d) 23

* **Connection:** Drawing the altitude creates similar right triangles. You can use the ratios of
corresponding sides to find the length of the altitude.

6. (JEE Main 2018) In a triangle XYZ, let x, y, z be the lengths of sides opposite to the angles <4>X, Y,
Z, respectively, and 2s=x+y+z. If 4s−x=3s−y=2s−z and area of incircle of the triangle XYZ is 38π,
then: ...

* **Connection:** This problem involves the incircle and sides of a triangle. Similar triangles may
arise when you consider the radii of the incircle drawn to the points of tangency.

7. (JEE Main 2017) Let a, b, c be the sides of a triangle where a=b=c and λ∈R. If the roots of the
equation x2+2(a+b+c)x</5>+3λ(ab+bc+ca)=0 are real, then: ...

* **Connection:** This problem relates the sides of a triangle to the roots of a quadratic equation.
While not immediately obvious, you might need to use triangle inequality concepts or geometric
interpretations of quadratic roots, which could involve similar triangles.

8. (JEE Main 2016) A ray of light along x+3 y=3 gets reflected upon reaching the x-axis, the

equation of the reflected ray is: (a) y=x+3 (b) 3 y=x−3 (c) y=3 x−3 (d) 3

y=x+3

* **Connection:** The incident and reflected rays form angles with the x-axis. By drawing
appropriate perpendiculars, you can create similar triangles to analyze the angles and find the
equation of the reflected ray.

9. (JEE Main 2015) The distance of the image of the point (1,−5,7) in the plane x−y+z=5 from the

origin is: (a) 72 (b) 8 (c) 229 (d) 413

* **Connection:** This problem involves the reflection of a point across a plane. Constructing
perpendicular lines from the point and its image to the plane can create similar triangles.

10. (JEE Main 2014) If the line 1x−4=1y−2=2z−k lies in the plane 2x−4y+z=7, then k equals: (a) 7 (b)
−7 (c) 4 (d) no real value

* **Connection:** While this involves a line and a plane, you might need to visualize the geometric
relationships and potentially construct auxiliary lines or triangles to find the value of *k*. Similar
triangles could arise in this process.

Remember that similar triangles have proportional sides and equal corresponding angles. Look for
these relationships in diagrams or by constructing auxiliary lines when solving geometry problems in
JEE Main.

Tangents and sceants to a circle

You got it! Tangents and secants to a circle are important geometric concepts that often appear in JEE
Main. Here are 10 questions from previous years' papers that test your understanding of these:

1. (JEE Main 2023) The equation of the circle which touches the line x - y = 0 at the origin and bisects
the circumference of the circle x² + y² - 2x + 6y + 6 = 0 is: (a) x² + y² - x + y = 0 (b) x² + y² - x - y = 0 (c) x²
+ y² + x - y = 0 (d) x² + y² + x + y = 0

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the equation of a circle given that it touches a
specific line (tangent) and bisects the circumference of another circle.

2. (JEE Main 2022) Let the tangent to the circle x² + y² = 25 at the point R(3, 4) meet the x-axis and y-
axis at points P and Q, respectively. If r is the radius of the circle passing through the origin O and
having centre at the incentre of the triangle OPQ, then r² is equal to: (a) 529/64 (b) 125/72 (c)
625/72 (d) 585/64

* **Connection:** This question combines tangents, triangles, and incircles, requiring you to find the
radius of a circle related to another circle and a triangle formed by a tangent.

3. (JEE Main 2021) Let the lines (2 - i)z = (2 + i)ž and (2 + i)z + (i - 2)ž - 4i = 0, (here i² = -1) be normal
to a circle C. If the line iz + ž + 1 + i = 0 is tangent to this circle C, then its radius is: (a) 3√2 (b) 1/(2√2)
(c) 3/√2 (d) 3/(2√2)

* **Connection:** While involving complex numbers, this question requires understanding the
relationship between lines, normals (perpendiculars to tangents), and tangents to a circle.

4. (JEE Main 2020) Let the tangents drawn from the origin to the circle, x² + y² - 8x - 4y + 16 = 0 touch
it at the points A and B. The (AB)² is equal to: (a) 32/5 (b) 64/5 (c) 52/5 (d) 56/5

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the length of the chord formed by the points of
contact of tangents drawn from an external point to the circle.

5. (JEE Main 2019) If a circle C passing through the point (4, 0) touches the circle x² + y² + 4x - 6y = 12
externally at the point (1, -1), then the radius of C is: (a) √57 (b) 4 (c) 2√5 (d) 5

* **Connection:** This question deals with two circles touching externally and a common tangent at
the point of contact.
6. (JEE Main 2018) The tangent to the circle x² + y² = 5 at the point (1, -2) also touches the circle x² +
y² - 8x + 6y + 20 = 0 at the point: (a) (-2, 1) (b) (-1, 2) (c) (3, -1) (d) (2, -1)

* **Connection:** This problem requires finding the point of contact of a common tangent to two
circles.

7. (JEE Main 2017) If the tangent at (1, 7) to the curve x² = y - 6 touches the circle x² + y² + 16x + 12y
+ c = 0 then the value of c is: (a) 195 (b) 185 (c) 85 (d) 95

* **Connection:** This question combines a parabola, a tangent line, and a circle, requiring you to
find the constant term in the circle's equation given that the tangent to the parabola also touches
the circle.

and B. Then PA ⋅ PB is equal to: (a) 53 (b) 56 (c) 74 (d) 65

8. (JEE Main 2016) A line drawn through the point P(4, 7) cuts the circle x² + y² = 9 at the points A

* **Connection:** This question involves the intersection of a line (secant) and a circle and the
relationship between the lengths of the segments formed.

9. (JEE Main 2015) If the chord of contact of tangents from a point P to a given circle passes through
Q, then the locus of the point P is: (a) a straight line (b) a circle (c) a parabola (d) an ellipse

* **Connection:** This problem explores the concept of the chord of contact and the locus of a
point from which tangents are drawn.

10. (JEE Main 2014) The length of the diameter of the circle which touches the x-axis at the point (1,
0) and passes through the point (2, 3) is: (a) 10/3 (b) 3/5 (c) 6/5 (d) 5/3

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the diameter of a circle given that it touches the x-
axis (tangent) and passes through another point.

When tackling problems involving tangents and secants, keep in mind these important properties:

 Tangent-radius relationship: A tangent to a circle is perpendicular to the radius drawn to the

point of tangency.

 Tangent segments from an external point: The lengths of tangent segments drawn from an
external point to a circle are equal.

 Secant-tangent theorem: If a secant and a tangent are drawn to a circle from an external
point, then the square of the length of the tangent segment is equal to the product of the
lengths of the secant segment and its external part.

 Angles formed by tangents and secants: The measure of an angle formed by two tangents,
two secants, or a tangent and a secant drawn from an external point to a circle is equal to
half the difference of the measures of the intercepted arcs.

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Cordinate Geometry:

1. (JEE Main 2020) The locus of the mid-points of the perpendiculars drawn from points on the line,
x=2y to the line x=y is: (a) 2x−3y=0 (b) 7x−5y=0 (c) 5x−7y=0 (d) 3x−2y=0

2. (JEE Main 2019) Lines are drawn parallel to the line 4x−3y+<0>2=0, at a distance 53 from the
origin. Then which one of the following points lies on any of these lines? (a) (−41,32) (b) (41,31) (c)
(41,−31) (d) (−41,−32)

3. (JEE Main 2019) If the two lines x+(a−1)y=1 and 2x+a2y=1 (a∈R−{0,<1>1}) are perpendicular, then

the distance of their point of intersection from the origin is: (a) 52 (b) 52 (c) 5 2 (d) 52

4. (JEE Main 2018) Two sides of a rhombus are along the lines, x−y+1=0 and 7x−<3>y−5=0. If its
diagonals intersect at (−1,−2), then which one of the following is a vertex of this rhombus? (a) (−3,−8)
(b) (31,−38) (c) (−310,−37) (d) (1,2)

5. (JEE Main 2017) The point (2,1) is translated parallel to the line L:x−y=4 by 23 units. If the
new point Q lies in the third quadrant, then the equation of the line passing through Q and

perpendicular to L is: (a) x+y=2−6 (b) 2x+2y=1−6 (c) x+y=3−36 (d) x+y=3−26

6. (JEE Main 2016) A ray of light along x+3 y=3 gets reflected upon reaching the x-axis, the

equation of the reflected ray is: (a) y=x+3 (b) 3 y=x−3 (c) y=3 x−3 (d) 3

y=x+3

7. (JEE Main 2015) If PS is the median of the triangle with vertices P(2,2), Q(6,−1) and R(7,3), then
the equation of the line passing through (1,−1) and parallel to PS is: (a) 4x−7y−11=0 (b) 2x+9y+7=0 (c)
4x+7y+3=0 (d) 2x−9y−11</7>=0

8. (JEE Main 2014) Let A(2,−3) and B(−2,1) be vertices of a triangle ABC. If the centroid of this
triangle moves on the line 2x+3y=1, then the locus of the vertex C is the line: (a) 2x+3y=9 (b) 2x−3y=7
(c) 3x+2y=5 (d) 3x−2y</9>=3

9. (JEE Main 2013) If the line 2x+y=k passes through the point which divides the line segment joining
the points (1,1) and (2,4) in the ratio 3:2, then k equals: (a) 529 (b) 5 (c) 6 (d) 511

10. (JEE Main 2013) The x-coordinate of the incentre of the triangle that has the coordinates of mid

points of its sides as (0,1), (1,1) and (1,0) is: (a) 2+2 (b) 2−2 (c) 1+2 (d) 1</12>−2
You got it! Here are 10 JEE Main questions that heavily utilize the coordinate system:

1. (JEE Main 2023) Let A(1, 4) and B(1,-5) be two points. Let P be a point on the circle (x−1)2+
(y−1)2=1 such that (PA)2+(PB)2 have maximum value, then the point P is: (a) (2, 1) (b) (0, 1) (c) (1, 2)
(d) (1, 0)

* **Connection:** This problem uses the distance formula and the equation of a circle within the
coordinate plane.

2. (JEE Main 2022) Two sides of a parallelogram are along the lines 4x+5y=0 and 7x+2y=0. If the
equation of one of the diagonals of the parallelogram is 11x</0>+7y=9, then the other diagonal
passes through the point: (a) (1,2) (b) (2,2) (c) (2,1) (d) (1,3)

* **Connection:** This question relies on the equations of lines, slopes, and finding points of
intersection in the coordinate plane.

lines AC and BC at points P and Q respectively. Let A1 and A2 be the areas of △ABC and △PQC
3. (JEE Main 2021) Let A(-1, 1), B(3, 4) and C(2, 0) be given three points. A line y=mx,m>0, intersects

respectively, such that A1=3A2, then the value of m is equal to: (a) 154 (b) 1 (c) 2 (d) 3

* **Connection:** This problem uses coordinates to define triangles, find equations of lines, and
relate slopes to areas.

4. (JEE Main 2020) If the perpendicular bisector of the line segment joining the points P(1,4) and

Q(k,3) has y-intercept equal to −4, then a value of k is: (a) −2 (b) −4 (c) 14 (d) 15

* **Connection:** This question uses the midpoint formula, slope of perpendicular lines, and the
equation of a line in the coordinate plane.

5. (JEE Main 2019) A straight line through a fixed point (2,3) intersects the coordinate axes at distinct
points P and Q. If O is the origin and the rectangle OPRQ is completed, then the locus of R is: (a)
3x+2y=xy (b) 3x+2y=6xy (c) 3x+2y=6 (d) 2x+3y=xy

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding intercepts, slopes, and deriving the equation of a
locus using coordinate geometry.

6. (JEE Main 2018) Two sides of a rhombus are along the lines, x−y+1=0 and 7x−<6>y−5=0. If its
diagonals intersect at (−1,−2), then which one of the following is a vertex of this rhombus? (a) (−3,−8)
(b) (31,−38) (c) (−310,−37) (d) (1,2)

* **Connection:** This question uses equations of lines, properties of rhombuses, and the concept
of perpendicular bisectors in the coordinate plane.

7. (JEE Main 2017) A triangle has a vertex at (1,<8>2) and the mid points of the two sides through it
are (−1,1) and (2,3). Then the centroid of this triangle is: (a) (31,1) (b) (31,2) (c) (1,37) (d) (31,35)

* **Connection:** This problem uses the midpoint and centroid formulas in the coordinate plane.

8. (JEE Main 2016) If in a parallelogram ABDC, the coordinates of A, B and C are respectively (1,2),
(3,4) and (2,5), then the equation of the diagonal AD is: (a) 5x+3y−11=0 (b) 3x−5y+7=0 (c)
3x+5y−13=0 (d) 5x−3y+1=0

* **Connection:** This question involves finding slopes, using the point-slope form of a line, and
understanding properties of parallelograms in the coordinate plane.
9. (JEE Main 2015) If PS is the median of the triangle with vertices P(2,2), Q(6,−1) and R(7,3), then the
equation of the line passing through (1,−1) and parallel to PS is: (a) 4x−7y−11=0 (b) 2x+9y+7=0 (c)
4x+7y+3=0 (d) 2x−9y−11</11>=0

* **Connection:** This problem utilizes the midpoint formula, slope of parallel lines, and the point-
slope form of a line in the coordinate plane.

10. (JEE Main 2014) Let A(2,−3) and B(−2,1) be vertices of a triangle ABC. If the centroid of this
triangle moves on the line 2x+3y=1, then the locus of the vertex C is the line: (a) 2x+3y=9 (b) 2x−3y=7
(c) 3x+2y=5 (d) 3x−2y</13>=3

* **Connection:** This question combines the centroid formula, equations of lines, and findining a
locus using coordinate geometry.

1. (JEE Main 2021) The locus of the mid-points of the chords of the circle, x² + y² = 25 which is
tangent to the hyperbola, x²/9 - y²/16 = 1 is: (a) (x²/25 + y²/9) = (x²/9 - y²/16)² (b) (x²/9 - y²/16) = (x²/25 +
y²/9)² (c) (x²/25 + y²/16) = (x²/9 - y²/25)² (d) (x²/9 - y²/25) = (x²/16 + y²/9)²

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the locus of midpoints of chords of a circle that are
tangent to a hyperbola. It combines the concepts of circles, hyperbolas, tangents, and chords.

2. (JEE Main 2020) If a tangent to the parabola y² = 8x meets the circle x² + y² = 16 at the points A
and B, then the locus of the mid-point of AB is: (a) (x - 4)(x + 2) + y² = 0 (b) (x + 4)(x - 2) + y² = 0 (c) (x -
2)(x + 4) + y² = 0 (d) (x + 2)(x - 4) + y² = 0

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the locus of the midpoint of a chord of a circle that
is also tangent to a parabola. It combines the concepts of circles, parabolas, tangents, and midpoints.

3. (JEE Main 2019) A straight line through a fixed point (2, 3) intersects the coordinate axes at distinct
points P and Q. If O is the origin and the rectangle OPRQ is completed, then the locus of R is: (a) 3x +
2y = xy (b) 3x + 2y = 6xy (c) 3x + 2y = 6 (d) 2x + 3y = xy

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the locus of a point that forms a rectangle with the
coordinate axes and a line passing through a fixed point. It combines the concepts of lines,
rectangles, and coordinate geometry.

4. (JEE Main 2018) Let S be the set of all triangles in the xy-plane, each having one vertex at the
origin and the other two vertices lie on coordinate axes with integral coordinates. If each triangle in S
has area 50 sq. units, then the number of elements in the set S is: (a) 9 (b) 18 (c) 32 (d) 36

5. (JEE Main 2017) The locus of the point of intersection of the lines, √2x - y + 4√2k = 0 and √2kx + ky
- 4√2 = 0 (k is any non-zero real parameter) is: (a) a hyperbola with length of its transverse axis 8√2.
(b) an ellipse with length of its major axis 8√2. (c) an ellipse whose eccentricity is 1/√3. (d) a
hyperbola whose eccentricity is √3.
* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the locus of the intersection point of two lines with
a parameter. It requires analyzing the equation obtained and identifying the conic section it
represents.

6. (JEE Main 2016) The locus of the foot of perpendicular drawn from the centre of the ellipse x²/a² +
y²/b² = 1 to any tangent is: (a) (x² + y²)² = a²x² + b²y² (b) (x² + y²)² = a²x² - b²y² (c) (x² - y²)² = a²x² + b²y²
(d) (x² - y²)² = a²x² - b²y²

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the locus of the foot of the perpendicular from the
center of an ellipse to its tangent. It combines the concepts of ellipses, tangents, and perpendicular
lines.

7. (JEE Main 2015) The slope of the line touching both the parabolas y² = 4x and x² = -32y is: (a) 1/2
(b) 3/2 (c) 1/8 (d) 2/3

* **Connection:** While seemingly about slopes, this problem implicitly involves the concept of
locus. The tangent line must satisfy the conditions of being tangent to both parabolas, which defines
a locus of possible lines.

8. (JEE Main 2014) Let A(2,−3) and B(−2,1) be vertices of a triangle ABC. If the centroid of this
triangle moves on the line 2x + 3y = 1, then the locus of the vertex C is the line: (a) 2x + 3y = 9 (b) 2x -
3y = 7 (c) 3x + 2y = 5 (d) 3x - 2y = 3

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the locus of a vertex of a triangle given that its
centroid moves on a specific line. It combines the concepts of triangles, centroids, and lines.

k ∈ R, is a : (a) straight line parallel to x-axis. (b) straight line parallel to y-axis. (c) circle of radius √2.
9. (JEE Main 2013) The locus of the image of the point (2, 3) in the line (2x - 3y + 4) + k(x - 2y + 3) = 0,

(d) circle of radius √3.

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the locus of the image of a point reflected in a
variable line. It combines the concepts of reflection, lines, and circles.

10. (JEE Main 2012) The point diametrically opposite to the point P (1, 0) on the circle x² + y² + 2x +
4y - 3 = 0 is: (a) (3, -4) (b) (-3, 4) (c) (-3, -4) (d) (3, 4)

* **Connection:** While seemingly about finding a point, this problem implicitly involves the
concept of locus. The diametrically opposite point is defined by the condition of being on the circle
and forming a diameter with P, which defines a specific locus.

Remember that locus problems often require a combination of geometric reasoning and algebraic
manipulation. Practice these problems and focus on understanding the underlying concepts to
improve your locus-solving skills. Good luck!

Translation of Axes

1. (JEE Main 2020) If the area enclosed between the curves y2=4x and x2=4y is 316 sq. units,
then the area enclosed between the curves y2=4(x+1) and x2=4(y+1) is: (a) 316 sq. units (b)
16 sq. units (c) 332 sq. units (d) 8 sq. units

o Connection: This problem involves shifting the parabolas, effectively translating the
axes. You need to understand how this translation affects the enclosed area.
2. (JEE Main 2019) The area (in sq. units) of the region bounded by the parabola, y2=4x and the
line, y=2x, is: (a) 31 (b) 32 (c) 1 (d) 61

o Connection: While not directly about translation, this problem requires finding the
area enclosed by a parabola and a line. You can simplify the integration by translating
the axes to the vertex of the parabola.

3. (JEE Main 2018) The area (in sq. units) of the quadrilateral formed by the tangents at the end
points of the latus rectum to the ellipse 9x2+5y2=1, is: (a) 427 sq. units (b) 9 sq. units (c) 227
sq. units (d) 27 sq. units

o Connection: This problem involves an ellipse. Translating the axes to the center of
the ellipse can simplify the calculations involved in finding the area of the
quadrilateral.

4. (JEE Main 2017) Area of the region bounded by the curve y2=4x, y-axis and the line y=3 is:
(a) 2 (b) 49 (c) 39 (d) 29

o Connection: Similar to question 2, translating the axes to the vertex of the parabola
can simplify the integration required to find the area.

5. (JEE Main 2016) The area of the region described by A={(x,y):x2+y2≤1 and y2≤1−x} is: (a) 2π
+34 (b) 2π−34 (c) 2π−32 (d) 2π+32

o Connection: This problem involves finding the area of a region defined by

inequalities. Translating the axes can sometimes simplify the visualization and
integration involved.

6. (JEE Main 2015) The area (in square units) of the region described by {(x,y):y2≤2x and
y≥4x−1} is: (a) 327 (b) 645 (c) 6415 (d) 329

o Connection: Similar to question 2 and 4, translating the axes can simplify the
integration required to find the area enclosed by the parabola and the line.

7. (JEE Main 2014) The area of the region above the x-axis bounded by the curve y=tanx,
0≤x≤2π and the tangent to the curve at x=4π is: (a) 21(log2−21) (b) 21(log2+21) (c) 21
(1−log2) (d) 21(1+log2)

o Connection: This problem involves finding the area enclosed by a trigonometric

function and its tangent. While not directly about translation, shifting the axes can
sometimes simplify the integration involved.

8. (JEE Main 2023) Let PQRS be a quadrilateral in which the coordinates of P,Q,R,S are (1,0),
(−1,0),(1,1) and (0,1) respectively. Then the quadrilateral formed by joining the mid-points of
its sides is a (a) Rectangle (b) Square (c) Parallelogram (d) Rhombus

o Connection: Translating the axes so that one of the vertices of the quadrilateral is at
the origin can simplify the calculations involved in finding the midpoints and
analyzing the new quadrilateral.

9. (JEE Main 2022) Let A(−1,1), B(3,4) and C(2,0) be given three points. A line y=mx,m>0,

△ABC and △PQC respectively, such that A1=3A2, then the value of m is equal to: (a) 154 (b)
intersects lines AC and BC at points P and Q respectively. Let A1 and A2 be the areas of

1 (c) 2 (d) 3
 o Connection: This problem involves triangles and lines. Translating the axes so that
one of the vertices of the triangle is at the origin can simplify the calculations
involved in finding the areas and the slope of the line.

10. (JEE Main 2021) If the area of a triangle whose vertices are (2,−6), (5,4) and (k,4) is 35 sq.
units, then the number of integral values of k is equal to: (a) 0 (b) 2 (c) 4 (d) 1

o Connection: This problem involves finding the area of a triangle. Translating the axes
so that one of the vertices of the triangle is at the origin can simplify the calculations
involved in finding the area and the possible values of k.

You got it! Straight lines are fundamental to coordinate geometry, and JEE Main often tests your
grasp of their various concepts. Here are 10 problems from previous years' papers to help you
practice:

1. (JEE Main 2021) Let a point P be such that its distance from the point (5, 0) is thrice the distance of
P from the point (-5, 0). If the locus of the point P is a circle of radius r, then 4r² is equal to : (a) 56 (b)
20 (c) 32 (d) 40

* **Connection:** This problem involves using the distance formula to establish a relationship
between the distances of a point from two fixed points, which leads to the equation of a circle.

2. (JEE Main 2020) The locus of the mid-points of the perpendiculars drawn from points on the line,
x=2y to the line x=y is: (a) 2x−3y=0 (b) 7x−5y=0 (c) 5x−7y=0 (d) 3x−2y=0

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the locus of midpoints of perpendiculars, requiring
you to use the properties of perpendicular lines, midpoints, and the equation of a straight line.

3. (JEE Main 2019) Lines are drawn parallel to the line 4x−3y+<1>2=0, at a distance 53 from the
origin. Then which one of the following points lies on any of these lines? (a) (−41,32) (b) (41,31) (c)
(41,−31) (d) (−41,−32)

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the equations of parallel lines at a specific distance
from a point, requiring you to use the concept of distance of a point from a line and the slope-
intercept form of a line.

4. (JEE Main 2018) Two sides of a rhombus are along the lines, x−y+1=0 and 7x−<3>y−5=0. If its
diagonals intersect at (−1,−2), then which one of the following is a vertex of this rhombus? (a) (−3,−8)
(b) (31,−38) (c) (−310,−37) (d) (1,2)

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the vertices of a rhombus given the equations of its
sides and the point of intersection of its diagonals. It requires using the properties of rhombuses,
perpendicular lines, and solving systems of linear equations.

5. (JEE Main 2017) The point (2,1) is translated parallel to the line L:x−y=4 by 23 units. If the
new point Q lies in the third quadrant, then the equation of the line passing through Q and

perpendicular to L is: (a) x+y=2−6 (b) 2x+2y=1−6 (c) x+y=3−36 (d) x+y=3−26

* **Connection:** This problem involves translating a point, finding the equation of a perpendicular
line, and using the concept of distance and direction in the coordinate plane.
6. (JEE Main 2016) A ray of light along x+3 y=3 gets reflected upon reaching the x-axis, the

equation of the reflected ray is: (a) y=x+3 (b) 3 y=x−3 (c) y=3 x−3 (d) 3

y=x+3

* **Connection:** This question involves finding the equation of a reflected ray, requiring you to use
the properties of reflection, angles, and slopes of lines.

7. (JEE Main 2015) If PS is the median of the triangle with vertices P(2,2), Q(6,−1) and R(7,3), then
the equation of the line passing through (1,−1) and parallel to PS is: (a) 4x−7y−11=0 (b) 2x+9y+7=0 (c)
4x+7y+3=0 (d) 2x−9y−11</7>=0

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the equation of a line parallel to a median of a
triangle, requiring you to use the midpoint formula, slope of parallel lines, and the point-slope form
of a line.

8. (JEE Main 2014) If the line 1x−4=1y−2=2z−k lies in the plane 2x−4y+z=7, then k equals: (a) 7 (b) −7
(c) 4 (d) no real value

* **Connection:** This problem involves the intersection of a line and a plane, requiring
understanding of their equations and geometric relationships. It also tests your knowledge of
different forms of the equation of a straight line.

9. (JEE Main 2013) If the line 2x+y=k passes through the point which divides the line segment joining
the points (1,1) and (2,4) in the ratio 3:2, then k equals: (a) 529 (b) 5 (c) 6 (d) 511

* **Connection:** This problem involves finding the value of a constant in the equation of a line that
passes through a point dividing a line segment in a given ratio. It requires using the section formula
and solving linear equations.

10. (JEE Main 2013) The lines p(p2+1)x−y+q=0 and (p2+1)2x+(<10>p2+1)y+2q=0 are perpendicular to
a common line for: (a) no value of p (b) exactly one value of p (c) exactly two values of p (d) more
than two values of p

* **Connection:** This question tests your understanding of the conditions for lines to be
perpendicular, involving slopes and their product. It also involves solving quadratic equations.

Remember to review the following key concepts related to straight lines:

 Slope: Calculate slope, understand its relationship to parallel and perpendicular lines.

 Equations of lines: Different forms (slope-intercept, point-slope, two-point form, intercept

form).

 Distance formula: Find the distance between two points.

 Distance of a point from a line: Calculate the perpendicular distance.

 Section formula: Find the coordinates of a point dividing a line segment in a given ratio.