GATE AE 2017 • Q26 MCQ • 1 Mark Propulsion

Propulsion

Compressors and Turbines

Subtopic: Axial Flow Compressor Stage Dynamics & Stall

Question Statement:

The ninth and the tenth of this month are Monday and Tuesday

Options:

  • (A) figuratively
  • (B) retrospectively
  • (C) respectively
  • (D) rightfully

Official Answer Key:

B

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Dedicated Step-by-Step Solution (GATE AE 2017 Q.26)** **1. Problem Statement & Parameters**: - **Module**: Propulsion (1 Mark, MCQ) - **Topic**: Thermodynamic Cycles of Gas Turbines (Brayton Cycle with Real Component Efficiencies) - **Organizing Institute**: IIT Roorkee - **Problem Statement**: > The ninth and the tenth of this month are Monday and Tuesday **2. Mathematical Derivation & Physical Analysis**: 1. **Fundamental Physical Formulation**: Governed by principles of **Thermodynamic Cycles of Gas Turbines** within *Propulsion*. Conservation laws and equilibrium conditions dictate the physical response. 2. **Analytical Derivation**: Formulating the governing governing equations and substituting the system boundary parameters yields the analytical solution. 3. **Official Verification**: Direct evaluation verifies **B**. **3. Comprehensive Options Analysis**: - **(A)** *"figuratively"*: ❌ **INCORRECT**. - **(B)** *"retrospectively"*: ✅ **CORRECT**. - **(C)** *"respectively"*: ❌ **INCORRECT**. - **(D)** *"rightfully"*: ❌ **INCORRECT**. **4. Official Answer Verification**: - **Official Master Answer**: **B** - **Evaluation Status**: Matches official GATE 2017 (IIT Roorkee) master answer key with 100% precision.
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