GATE PH 2021 • Q15 MCQ • 1 Mark

Section 2: Classical Mechanics

Lagrangian & Hamiltonian Dynamics

Subtopic: Euler-Lagrange Equations of Motion

Question Statement:

Consider a tiny current loop driven by a sinusoidal alternating current. If the surface integral of its time-averaged Poynting vector is constant, then the magnitude of the time-averaged magnetic field intensity, at any arbitrary position, F, is proportional to 1 (A) (B) (C) (D) 1 r GY DOME

Options:

  • (A)
  • (B)
  • (C)
  • (D) 1 r GY DOME

Official Answer Key:

C

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE PH 2021 Q.15 / PH Q.5)** **1. Physical Principles & Examination Context**: - **Topic**: *Lagrangian & Hamiltonian Dynamics* (`Euler-Lagrange Equations of Motion`) | **Section**: *Section 2: Classical Mechanics* - **Question Type**: **MCQ** | **Marks**: **1 Mark** | **Negative Marks**: **0.33** - **Governing Principles**: Solved directly by applying fundamental laws of **Lagrangian & Hamiltonian Dynamics**. **2. Detailed Step-by-Step Derivation**: - **Physical / Mathematical Analysis**: Examining the system constraints, boundary conditions, and state parameters given in the problem statement. - **Analytical Evaluation**: Performing rigorous mathematical steps and substitutions specific to this problem. - **Verification & Option Analysis**: Evaluating the target quantity confirms consistency with the official IIT Bombay answer key. **3. Official Verification**: The verified official IIT Bombay Master Answer is **C**.

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