Course Code: B23HS1101

SAGI RAMA KRISHNAM RAJU ENGINEERING COLLEGE (A) R23

I B.Tech. I Semester Regular & Supplementary Examinations, January-2025
COMMUNICATIVE ENGLISH
Common to all Programmes of Engineering
Time: 3 Hrs. Max. Marks: 70 M
Answering Question No.1 is compulsory
Answer ONE Question from EACH UNIT (Questions from 2 to 11)
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1. a) How do you introduce yourself to others? Write any two expressions. 1 3 2
Given below are answers to questions. For each answer form an
appropriate question
b) 1 3 2
i. I bought this bag three years ago.
ii. My Science exam is on Monday
Fill in the blanks with the correct homophones
i. The thief opened the ——— almirah to ———- the jewels.
A) lone -loan (B) steel – steal (C) bear-bare (D) role – roll
c) ii. In Japan even_____stores are not_____, for they float in 2 3 2
boats.
(A) stationery, stationary (B) stationery, stationed
(C) stationary, stationery (D) stationed, stationary
Choose the appropriate articles to fill-in the blanks
i. Miss Linda speaks ____ Spanish fluently (A/ An/ The/
d) None) 3 3 2
ii. I bought ____ umbrella to go out in the rain.(A, An, The,
None)
e) What is Paraphrasing? 5 3 2
Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions
i. Would you like to go _________ the cinema tonight
f) 3 3 2
ii. I lived ____ my parents

g) What is data Interpretation? 5 3 2

Convert the following statements from Active to passive voice.
h) i.She lifted the box 3 3 2
ii. I ate an apple
How do you prepare for an oral presentation without the use of slides?
i) 5 3 2
Mention any two tips
Define Narrative Essay and give one example.
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2. a) How do Jim’s and Della’s deeds symbolize their love for each other? 1 3 5
Develop a conversation for the following context.
Harsha has been invited to a wedding reception at the far end of his city.
b) 1 3 5
He calls a friend who is also going to the reception to ask if he could go
with him in his car.
OR
3. a) Write short notes on Skimming & Scanning. 5 3 5
Write the antonyms for the following words.
b) 2 3 5
i.Stale ii.Accept iii.Ignorance iv. Modern v.Artificial
UNIT-II
4. a) Elicit the central theme of the poem ‘The Brook’. 2 4 5
Make a list of any five Cohesive Devices and use them in your own
b) 2 3 5
sentences.
OR
Construct a Paragraph on any one of the following.
5. a) i.The uses of online resources and e-learning 2 3 5
 ii.My best friend
Distinguish the following pairs and use them in your own sentences.
b) 2 4 5
i. altar,alter ii. idle,idol iii. coarse,course iv. Tale, Tail v. peace, piece
UNIT-III
6. a) Write about Musk’s Tesla and Hyperloop. 3 3 5
Simplify (Précis) the following paragraph.
“Effective leadership is an essential component of any successful
organization. Leaders must be able to inspire and motivate their team
members, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and make
b) 5 4 5
strategic decisions that align with the organization’s goals. Additionally,
good leaders possess strong interpersonal skills, such as the ability to
listen actively and build trust with others. By cultivating these qualities,
leaders can create a positive and productive work
OR
Fill in the blanks with appropriate verb forms.
i. Leena always ________(participate) in music concerts.
ii. When Kishan arrived at the cafe, I ____________ (wait) for him for
7. a) half an hour. 3 4 5
iii.He______________ (work) here for the last six years
iv. What ____________ (be)the price of the pen?
v. Mithra______________(leave) for Paris yesterday.
b) Correct the following sentences. (Common errors) 3 4 5

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 i. Where did you went yesterday?
ii. Children prefer games than books
iii. He speaks the English
iv. Whom are these shoes?
v. The orange is tasting sweet.
UNIT-IV
What instincts and tendencies did Harvey think would be difficult to
8. a) 4 3 5
change?
Write a formal letter to the Editor of Eenadu News paper complaining
b) 4 4 5
about the frequent breakdown of electricity in your locality.
OR
You are a fresh B.Tech Student, applying for the post of a Telecom Engineer
9. in TQMIA Karnataka. Prepare your resume with all the key skills required 4 4 10
for the post.
UNIT-V
10. a) What makes intrapersonal communication most effective? 5 4 5
Read the following passage and answer the questions.
Yoga is the ancient Indian system to keep a person fit in body and mind.
It is basically a system of self-treatment. According to the yogic view,
diseases, disorders and ailments are the, result of some faulty ways of
living, bad habits, lack of proper knowledge and unsuitable food. The
diseases are thus the resultant state of a sort of prolonged
malfunctioning of the body system. Since the root cause of a disease lies
in the mistakes of the individual its cure also lies in correcting the
mistakes by the same individual himself. The yoga expert shows only
b) the path and works no more than as a counsellor. The yogic practice of 5 4 5
treatment comprises three steps namely proper diet, proper yogic
practice and proper knowledge of things about the self.
Questions
(1) How does yoga differ from other methods of treating a disease?
(2) How does our daily routine affect our lives?
(3) How can a teacher of yoga help a person practicing yoga?
(4) Give the passage a suitable title.
(5) Find a word in the passage which means 'not working properly’.

OR
11. Write an essay on Technology Addiction 5 4 10

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 Course Code: B23BS1101
SAGI RAMA KRISHNAM RAJU ENGINEERING COLLEGE (A) R23
I B.Tech. I Semester Regular & Supplementary Examinations, January-2025
LINEAR ALGEBRA AND CALCULUS
Common to all Programs of Engineering
Time: 3 Hrs. Max. Marks: 70 M
Answering Question No.1 is compulsory
Answer ONE Question from EACH UNIT (Questions from 2 to 11)
Assume suitable data if necessary
CO KL M
1. (a) Define Rank of a matrix. 1 1 2
(b) Write the condition for non-trivial solution of homogeneous system. 1 2 2
𝑎 4
If the eigen values of the matrix [ ] are -2 and 3 then find the values
(c) 1 𝑏 2 1 2
of a and b.
Write the real symmetric matrix corresponding to the quadratic form
(d) 2 2 2
x 2  2 y 2  3z 2 + 2xy - 4xz + yz.
(e) State Cauchy’s Mean-Value theorem. 3 1 2
(f) Write the geometrical interpretation of Lagrange’s mean value theorem. 3 2 2
(g) Write the Leibnitz’s rule for variable limits of integration. 4 2 2
𝑥 𝑦 𝑧 𝜕𝑢 𝜕𝑢 𝜕𝑢
(h) If u = f ( 𝑦 , 𝑧 , 𝑥) then prove that x 𝜕𝑥 + y𝜕𝑦 + z 𝜕𝑧 = 0. 4 3 2
1 2
(i) Evaluate ∫0 ∫1 (𝑥 2 + 𝑥𝑦) dx dy. 5 2 2
1 2 2
(j) Evaluate ∫0 ∫0 ∫1 𝑥 3 𝑦𝑧 dx d y dz. 5 3 2
UNIT-I
1 2 3 0
2 4 3 2
Find the rank of the matrix ( ) by reducing in to echelon
2. (a) 3 2 1 3 1 3 5
6 8 7 5
form.
Test the consistency of the system x – y + z = 0, 2x + y -z = 0,
(b) 1 3 5
x + 5y – 5z = 0 and solve.
OR
4 1 2
3. (a) Find the inverse of the matrix [2 3 −1] by Gauss-Jordan method. 1 3 5
1 −2 2
Solve the equations 2x + y + 4z = 12, 8x – 3y + 2z = 20, 4x + 11y – z =
33 by Gauss-elimination method.
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2 2 1
4. Find the eigen values and eigen vectors of the matrix [1 3 1]. 2 3 10
1 2 2
OR
2 −1 1
Verify Cayley-Hamilton theorem for the matrix [−1 2 −1] hence find
5. 2 3 10
1 −1 2
−1 4
𝐴 and 𝐴 .
UNIT-III
𝑏−𝑎 𝑏−𝑎
If 0 < a < b, then prove that < 𝑡𝑎𝑛−1 𝑏 − 𝑡𝑎𝑛−1 𝑎 < , hence
1+ 𝑏2 1+ 𝑎2
6. (a) 𝜋 3 4 𝜋 1 3 3 5
deduce that + < 𝑡𝑎𝑛−1 3 < +6.
4 25 4
Expand sinx by Maclaurin’s theorem with Lagrange’s form of
(b) 3 3 5
remainder.
OR
𝜋 5𝜋
7. (a) Verify Rolles theorem for the function f(x) = 𝑒 𝑥 (sin x – cos x) in [ 4 , ]. 3 3 5
4
𝜋
(b) Expand f(x) = tan ( 𝑥 + 4 ) by Taylors series up to the term 𝑥 4 . 3 3 5
UNIT-IV
Investigate the continuity of the function
𝑥𝑦
8. (a) 𝑥 2 +𝑦 2 ; (𝑥, 𝑦) ≠ (0,0) 4 3 5
𝑓(𝑥, 𝑦) = { at the origin.
0; (𝑥, 𝑦) = (0,0)
If u = x √1 − 𝑦 2 + y √1 − 𝑥 2 , v = sin−1 𝑥 + sin−1 𝑦, show that
(b) 4 3 5
u, v are functionally related and find the relationship.
OR
9. (a) Expand the function sin x cos y as far as terms of third degree. 4 3 5
(b) In a plane triangle find the maximum value of cos A cos B cos C. 4 3 5
UNIT-V
5 𝑥2
10. (a) Evaluate ∫0 ∫0 (𝑥 3 + 𝑥𝑦 2 ) dxdy. 5 3 5
4𝑎 2√𝑎𝑥
(b) Evaluate ∫0 ∫𝑥2 𝑑𝑥𝑑𝑦 by changing the order of integration. 5 3 5
4𝑎

OR
Find the volume of the solid bounded by the planes x = 0, y = 0,
11. 5 3 10
x + y + z = a and z = 0,
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 Course Code: B23BS1106
SAGI RAMA KRISHNAM RAJU ENGINEERING COLLEGE (A) R23
I B.Tech. I Semester Regular & Supplementary Examinations, January-2025
ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
Common to CE &ME
Time: 3 Hrs. Max. Marks: 70
Answering Question No.1 is compulsory
Answer ONE Question from EACH UNIT (Questions from 2 to 11)
Assume suitable data if necessary
CO KL M
1. a). Differentiate between the Primary and Secondary cells. 1 2 2
b). What is electroplating? 1 1 2
c). Why do express hardness of water in terms of CaCO3? 2 2 2
d). What are the important parameters for water quality? 2 1 2
e). What is meant by lubrication? 3 2 2
f). Write the composition of cement. 3 1 2
g). What is the polymerization? 4 1 2
h). Why Biodiesel used as a fuel? 4 2 2
i). What is colloid? Give an example? 5 1 2
j). Mention ant two important uses of carbon nanotubes. 5 2 2
UNIT-I
2. a). Describe the construction and working of lithium ion battery. 1 3 5
Explain the principle and working of polymer electrolyte membrane fuel
b). 1 3 5
cells? What are its advantages?
OR
3. a). Give an account of galvanising and tinning. 1 3 5
b). Describe the cathodic protection of corrosion control? 1 3 5
UNIT-II
4. a). Describe the estimation of dissolved oxygen in water? 2 3 5
Explain the following (i) Priming and foaming
b). 2 3 5
(ii) Caustic embrittlement
OR
What is brackish water? Discuss the desalination of brackish water by
5. a). 2 3 5
electrodialysis?
What are Scales and Sludges? How do they effect the boiler? How can
b). 2 3 5
they be prevented?
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6. a). What are meant by composites? Classify the composite materials. 3 3 5
b). Give the classification of refractories with examples. 3 3 5
OR
7. a). Discuss the manufacturing of Portland cement by Wet process. 3 3 5
b). Explain the mechanism of lubrication. 3 3 5
UNIT-IV
8. a). Discuss the ultimate analysis of coal. 4 3 5
Write short note on the following:
b). 4 3 5
(i) Octane number (ii) Cetane number
OR
9. a). Explain the free radical mechanism of addition polymerisation 4 3 5
b). Describe the preparation, properties and applications of (i) Buna-N-rubber 4 3 5
(ii) PVC
UNIT-V
10. a). Explain briefly stabilization of colloids. 5 3 5
b). Write a brief note on the applications of nanomaterials. 5 3 5
OR
11. a). How Nano materials can be prepared by biological method? 5 3 5
b). Discuss the role of stabilizing agent for the stabilization of Nano materials. 5 3 5

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 Course Code: B23CE1101
SAGI RAMA KRISHNAM RAJU ENGINEERING COLLEGE (A) R23
I B.Tech. I Semester Regular & Supplementary Examinations, January-2025
BASIC CIVIL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Common to AIDS, AIML, CE, CSBS, CSG, CIC & ME
Time: 3 Hrs. Max. Marks: 70
Question Paper contains two parts PART-A and PART-B
Answering Question No.1 is compulsory in both PART-A and PART-B
Answer ONE Question from EACH UNIT in both PART-A and PART-B (Questions from 2 to 7)
All questions of each PART must be answered at one place only
PART-A: BASIC CIVIL ENGINEERING
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1. a). List the various disciplines of Civil Engineering 1 2 1
b). Explain the advantages of using cement as a construction material. 1 2 1
c). List the objectives of surveying. 2 2 1
d). Explain the difference between rigid and flexible pavements 3 2 1
e). Explain the importance of rainwater harvesting 3 2 1
UNIT-I
2. a). Explain the Role of civil engineers in the society 1 3 5
b). Explain the scope of Geotechnical Engineering 1 3 5
OR
3. a). Enumerate the essential construction materials and their applications 1 3 5
Explain the concept of prefabricated construction techniques,
b). 1 3 5
highlighting its advantages over typical construction methods
UNIT-II
4. a). Explain the applications of surveying 2 3 5
b). Explain in brief about levelling instruments used in surveying. 2 3 5
OR
5. a). Explain the difference between true bearing and magnetic bearing. 2 3 5
b). Explain the applications of contour mapping 2 3 5
UNIT-III
Explain the significance of transportation in a nation's economic
6. a). 3 3 5
development.
b). Explain the importance of dams and reservoirs 3 3 5
OR
Explain the primary sources of water and the quality of water required
7. a). 3 3 5
for different purposes.
b). Explain the different components of airport with a neat sketch 3 3 5

PART-B: BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

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Differentiate between ferrous and non-ferrous metals in engineering
1. a). 1 1 1
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 b). Name a common joining process used in metal fabrication. 2 1 1
c). Define the working principle of Cochran boilers. 2 1 1
d). State the working principle of a steam power plant. 3 1 1
e). Name a key component in the joints and links of a robotic system. 3 1 1
UNIT-I
Discuss the significance of mechanical engineering in the aerospace
2. a). 1 3 5
industry.
Evaluate the role of mechanical engineering in the marine sector,
b). 1 3 5
emphasizing the challenges faced and technologies implemented.
OR
Analyze the applications of smart materials in engineering, focusing on
3. a). their unique properties and contributions to technological innovations. 1 3 5
Provide examples from different sectors.
Compare the properties and applications of ceramics and composites as
b). engineering materials. Provide examples of how these materials are 1 3 5
utilized in different sectors.
UNIT-II
Compare and contrast the principles of casting and forming processes in
4. a). manufacturing. Discuss their applications and limitations in industrial 2 3 5
settings.
Explain the concept of smart manufacturing, emphasizing the
integration of digital technologies and automation in the manufacturing
b). 2 3 5
process. Discuss the benefits and potential drawbacks of adopting smart
manufacturing practices.
OR
Examine the classification of IC engines into 2-Stroke and 4-Stroke, as
5. a). well as SI and CI engines. Discuss the differences in their working 2 3 5
principles and applications.
Evaluate the working principles of two different types of boilers -
b). Cochran and Babcock & Wilcox. Highlight their unique features and 2 3 5
applications in power generation.
UNIT-III
Explore the working principles of steam power plants, emphasizing their
6. a). 3 2 5
efficiency and environmental considerations.
Explain the working principle of nuclear power plants, discussing the
b). 3 2 5
key processes involved in generating power through nuclear reactions.
OR
Investigate the working principles and applications of belt drives in
7. a). mechanical power transmission. Highlight their advantages and 3 3 5
limitations in comparison to other power transmission systems.
Assess the importance of robotic systems in industries. Discuss the role
b). of joints and links in determining the movement and functionality of 3 3 5
robots and their impact on automation.

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 Course Code: B23ME1101
SAGI RAMA KRISHNAM RAJU ENGINEERING COLLEGE(A) R23
I B.Tech I Semester Regular & Supplementary Examinations, January-2025
ENGINEERING GRAPHICS
Common to CE, EEE & ME
Time: 3 Hrs. Max. Marks: 70
Answer any one Question from Each Unit
All questions carry equal Marks
Assume suitable data if necessary
UNIT – I CO KL M
1 The distance between a fixed straight line and a fixed point is 50 mm. Trace the
path of a point ‘P’ moving in such a way that the ratio of its distance from the
fixed point, to its distance from the fixed straight line is 3/2. Name the curve. 1 3 14
Also, draw a tangent and normal to the curve at a point on it 40 mm from the
focus.
OR
2 Draw an epi-cycloid of rolling circle 40 mm diameter which rolls outside another
1 3 14
circle of 120 mm diameter for one complete revolution.
UNIT – II
3 a. The front view of line inclined at 300 to the V.P is 65 mm long. Draw the
projections of the line when it is parallel to and 40 mm above the H.P., its 2 3 7
one end being 30 mm infront of the V.P.
b. Draw the projections of the following points on the same reference line
keeping the projectors 20 mm apart:
A – in the H.P and 40 mm infront of V.P 2 3 7
B – 30 mm below the H.P and in the V.P
C – in the H.P and 40 mm behind the V.P
D – 30 mm above the H.P and in the V.P
OR
4 A line AB of length 70 mm has its end ‘A’ 25 above the H.P and 20 mm infront of
the V.P and its end ‘B’ is 70 mm above the H.P and 40 mm infront of the V.P. 2 3 14
Draw its projections. Also determine its inclination with the two planes.
UNIT – III
5 A regular pentagon ABCDE of side 30 mm has one of its edges parallel to the
V.P. and inclined at 300 to H.P. The pentagon is inclined at 450 to the V.P. Draw 3 3 14
the projections.
OR
6 Draw the projections of a circle of 50mm diameter, having its surface vertical and
inclined at 300 to the V.P. Its center is 30mm above the H.P. and 20mm infront of 3 3 14
the V.P.
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7 Draw the projections of a square prism of 25 mm sides of base and 50 mm axis
length is resting on H.P. on one of its base edges. The axis is inclined at 300 to 4 3 14
H.P.
OR
8 A cone of base diameter 40 mm and axis length 50 mm is resting on H.P. on one
4 3 14
of its generators. Draw its projections.
UNIT – V
9 A cone, 50 mm base diameter and 70 mm axis is standing on its base on H.P. It is
cut by a section plane inclined at 450 to H.P. and passing through base end of an 5 3 14
extreme generator. Draw the sectional top view and true shape of section.
OR
10 Draw the isometric projection of cylinder of base 30mm diameter and axis 50mm
5 3 14
long when the axis is (a) Vertical and (b) Horizontal.

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