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CLASS IX (2019-20)
MATHEMATICS (041)
SAMPLE PAPER-8

Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 80

General Instructions :
(i) All questions are compulsory.
(ii) The questions paper consists of 40 questions divided into 4 sections A, B, C and D.
(iii) Section A comprises of 20 questions of 1 mark each. Section B comprises of 6 questions of 2 marks each. Section
C comprises of 8 questions of 3 marks each. Section D comprises of 6 questions of 4 marks each.
(iv) There is no overall choice. However, an internal choices have been provided in two questions of 1 mark each, two
questions of 2 marks each, three questions of 3 marks each, and three questions of 4 marks each. You have to
attempt only one of the alternatives in all such questions.
(v) Use of calculators is not permitted.

Section A 0$x + 8y − 9 = 0
0$x + 8$y − 9 = 0
Q.1-Q.10 are multiple choice questions. Select the 5. In the given figure, if AB = BC and BX = BY , then
most appropriate answer from the given options. [1]
1. Which of the following statement is not true? [1]
(a) Between two integers, there exist infinite number
of rational numbers.
(b) Between two rational numbers, there exist infinite
number of integers
(c) Between two rational numbers, there exist infinite
number of rational numbers.
(d) Between two real numbers, there exists infinite (a) AX = CY (b) AC = XY
number of real numbers. (c) AY = CX (d) none of these
Ans : (b) Between two rational numbers, there exist Ans : (a) AX = CY
infinite number of integers
Given that, AB = BC and BX = BY
2. Find the value of x + y + z if x2 + y2 + z2 = 18 and
xy + yz + zx = 9 [1] By using Euclid’s axiom 3, if equal are subtracted
from equals, then the remainders are equal.
(a) 9 (b) 3
We have, AB − BX = BC − BY
(c) 6 (d) 8
AX = CY
Ans : (c) 6

^x + y + z h2 = x + y + z + 2xy + 2yz + 2zx 6. Calculate the value of x . [1]

2 2 2

= 18 + 2 ^9 h = 36
& x+y+z = 6
3. Abscissa of ^2, 3h is [1]
(a) − 2 (b) 3 (a) 270c (b) 70c
(c) 2 (d) none of these (c) 15c (d) 45c
Ans : (c) 2 Ans : (c) 15c
In the ordered pair ^x, y h , x is the abscissa and y is 8x + 3x + x = 180c [Angles on straight line]
the ordinate.
In ^2, 3h , abscissa is 2. 12x = 180c

4. 8y = 9 when written as an equation in two variables, x = 15c

is [1] 7. In TABC , if +C > +B , then [1]
(a) x + 8y = 9 (b) 0$x + 8y + 9 = 0 (a) BC > AC (b) AB > AC
(c) 0$x + 8y − 9 = 0 (d) 0$x + 8y = 0 (c) AB < AC (d) BC < AC
Ans : (c) 0$x + 8y − 9 = 0 Ans : (b) AB > AC

8y = 9 In TABC
can be written as in two variables as Given, +C > +B

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(Q.11-Q.15) Fill in the blanks :

11. If the lengths of two sides of an isosceles triangle are
4 cm and 10 cm, then the length of the third side is
.......... cm. [1]
Ans : 10 cm
As triangle is isosceles, thus two of its sides must be
We know that in a triangle the greater angle has the equal. If the length of third side is taken to be 4 cm,
longer side opposite to it. then sum of two sides that is (4 + 4 = 8) will be less
Thus, AB > AC than third side which is not possible. Thus, third side
8. In a parallelogram ABCD , +A = 115c. The measure must be 10 cm.
of +D is equal to [1] 12. An isosceles right-angled triangle has an area 8 cm2 .
(a) 115c (b) 65c The value of perimeter of triangle is ......... cm. [1]
(c) 135c (d) 165c Ans : 4 (2 + 2 ) cm
Ans : (b) 65c Let each equal sides of isosceles right angled triangle
Since, ABCD is a parallelogram. be a cm.
So, AB z CD 1 a2 = 8
2
and AD is a transversal. a2 = 16
+A + +D = 180c [Co-interior angles] a =4
+D = 180c − 115c = 65c Hypotenuse = 2a = 4 2 cm .
Perimeter = a + b + c = 4 + 4 + 4 2
= 8 + 4 2 = 4 (2 + 2 ) cm

or
9. Area of an isosceles triangle, the measure of one of its If height of a triangle is halved then its area will
equal side being 5 cm and the third side 4 cm is [1] become ........... of original area.
(a) 2 21 cm2 (b) 21 2 cm2 Ans : half
(c) 22 3 cm2 (d) 23 3 cm2
13. The solid bounded by two concentric spherical surfaces
Ans : (a) 2 21 cm2 is called a .......... [1]
Let, a = 5 cm , b = 4 cm Ans : Spherical shell

Therefore area of an isosceles triangle 14. The .......... is the difference between the greatest and
the least value of the variate. [1]
= b # 4a2 − b2
4 Ans : range
= 4 4 # 25 − 16 sq. cm 15. An .......... for an experiment is the collection of some
4
outcomes of the experiment. [1]
= 84 cm = 2 21 sq. cm Ans : Event
10. In the given figure, O is the centre of the circle. For
what values of x and y , chord BC will pass through (Q.16-Q.20) Answer the following :
the centre of circle where points A, B and C are on 16. Find the zero of a polynomial 2x + 4 . [1]
the circle? [1]
SOLUTION :

Given polynomial is p (x) = 2x + 4

On putting p (x) = 0
We get, 2x + 4 = 0
2x = − 4
(a) x = 90c, y = 60c (b) x = 75c, y = 30c
(c) x = 65c, y = 90c (d) x = 90c, y = 65c x = −4 =− 2
2
Ans : (d) x = 90c, y = 65c Hence, x =− 2
When chord BC passes through centre,
is the zero of the polynomial 2x + 4
then, x = 90c.
17. Are there any points which do not lie in any of the
Now, x + y + 25c = 180c quadrants? If yes, where do they lie? [1]
90c + y + 25c = 180c
SOLUTION :
y = 65c
Yes, these points are lies on axes.

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18. If a point C lies between two points A and B such that 4−2 3 = a+b 3
AC = BC , then prove that AC = AB/2 , explaining 3−1
by drawing the figure. [1]
2 ^2 − 3 h
= a+b 3
SOLUTION : 2
Given, a point C lies between two points A and B & 2− 3 = a+b 3
such that AC = BC Therefore, a = 2 , b = − 1.
22. If one angle is equal to four times of its complement.
Find the angle. [2]
On adding AC to both sides, we get
SOLUTION :
AC + AC = BC + AC
Let the angle be x . Then,
2AC = AB
x = 4 ^90c − x h
AC = 1 AB
2 & x = 360c − 4x
19. If the sides of an equilateral triangle are tripled, then
x + 4x = 360c
find its new area. [1]
5x = 360c
SOLUTION :
& x = 360c = 72c
Consider, side of an equilateral triangle = a units. 5
or
4 ^ h
Then, its area = 3 side 2 = 3 a2
4 In the given figure, if +AOC = 50c, then find
When side = 3a ]+AOD + +COB g .

4 ^ h
Its area will be = 3 3a 2 = 9 3 2
# 4 a
Thus, when side of an equilateral triangle are tripled,
its area becomes nine times.
20. Give an example of data that you collect from your
day-to-day life. [1]

SOLUTION :
An example of data is election results obtained from SOLUTION :
television or newspaper.
+AOD + +AOC = 180c [Linear pair]

Section B &
Now,
+AOD = 180c − 50c = 130c
+AOD = +COB
21. Simplify : 6 . [2] [Vertically opp. angles]
3 2 −2 3
` +AOD + +COB = 130c + 130c = 260c
SOLUTION : 23. Express y in terms of x , given that 2x − 5y = 7 . Check
Let, whether the point (–3, –2) is one the given line. [2]
6
I SOLUTION :
3 2 −2 3
Given linear equation can be written as
= 6 3 2 +2 3
#
3 2 −2 3 3 2 +2 3 5y = 2x − 7
6 ^3 2 + 2 3 h 6 ^3 2 + 2 3 h & y = 2x − 7
= = 5
^3 2 h − ^2 3 h 18 − 12
2 2
On putting x = − 3 , in the above equation, we get
6 ^3 2 + 2 3 h 2 ^− 3h − 7
= = 3 2 +2 3 y =
6 5
or = − 6 − 7 = − 13 ! − 2
5 5
3 − 1 = a + b 3 , find the value of a and b . So, the point (–3, –2) is not on the given line.
If
3 +1 24. Find the coordinates of the point : [2]
(i) Which lies on x and y axes both.
SOLUTION :
(ii) Whose abscissa is 2 and which lies on the x -axis.
3 −1 3 −1 = a+b 3
# SOLUTION :
3 +1 3 −1
3+1−2 3 = a+b 3 (i) The coordinates of the points which lies on the x
& and y -axes both are (0, 0).
3−1
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(ii) Since the point lies on the x -axis therefore, its SOLUTION :
ordinate = 0 . So, the coordinates of the given Here, h = 14 cm
point are (2, 0).
Curved surface area = 88 cm2
25. AB and AC are two equal chords of a circle. Prove
r =?
that the bisector of the +BAC passes through the
Curved surface area of the cylinder = 2πrh
centre of the circle. [2]
& 88 = 2 # 22 # r # 14
7
88 = 44 # 2 # r
r = 88 = 1
44 # 2
Hence, base diameter of the cylinder = 1 # 2 cm
= 2 cm .

Section C
27. From the choices given below, choose the equation
whose graph is shown in the figure. [3]
SOLUTION :
(i) x + y = 2
Given : AB and AC are two equal chords whose (ii) x − y = 2
centre is O . (iii) 2x + 2y = 6
To prove : Centre O lies on the bisector of +BAC .
Construction : Join BC and draw bisector AD of
+BAC .
Proof : In ΔBAM and ΔCAM
AB = AC [Given]
+BAM = +CAM [Construction]
and AM = AM [Common sides]
` ΔBAM , ΔCAM [By SAS congruence rule]
& BM = CM [By CPCT]
and +BMA = +CMA [By CPCT]
So, BM = CM and +BMA = +CMA = 90c
` AM is the perpendicular bisector of chord BC .
Hence, bisector of +BAC , i.e., AM passes through SOLUTION :
the centre O .
Given points on the graph are (0, 2), (1, 1) and (2, 0).
26. The areas of three adjacent faces of a cuboid are x , y So, these points will satisfy the equation of line.
and z . If its volume is V , then find its volume. [2]
Now, at (0, 2), x + y = 0 + 2 = 2
SOLUTION : at (1, 1), x+y = 1+1 = 2
Let the dimensions of cuboid be l , b and h . at (2, 0), x+y = 2+0 = 2
Given, area of three adjacent faces of a cuboid are x Thus, the points satisfy the equation x + y = 2
, y and z . Hence, the given graph is a graph of the equation
` x = lb , y = bh and z = hl ...(1) x + y = 2.
and volume of cuboid = V or
` V = lbh Draw the graph of 3x − 2y = 0 .
On squaring both sides, we get
V2 = l2 b2 h2 SOLUTION :
= ^lb h^bh h^hl h The given equation is 3x − 2y = 0 . To draw the graph
of this equation, we need at least two points lying on
V2 = xyz
the graph. From the equation, we have 3x = 2y .
& V = xyz
& y = 3x
2
[On taking positive square root]
For x = 0 , y = 0 , we plot the point O ^0, 0h
or For x = 2 , y = 3 , we plot the point A ^2, 3h
The curved surface area of a right circular cylinder of Now, we join points O and A to obtain the graph of
height 14 cm is 88 cm2 . Find the diameter of the base 3x − 2y = 0 .
of the cylinder.

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10x + 30c = 180c

10x = 180c − 30c = 150c
& x = 150c = 15c
10
29. In the given figure, ΔABC is an isosceles triangle
in which AB = AC and LM is parallel to BC . If
+A = 50c, find +LMC . [3]

28. In the given figure, AB | |CD and EF is a transversal,

which intersects them at G and H , respectively. If
+EGB = 35c and QP = EF , then find +PQH . [3] SOLUTION :
Given, ΔABC is an isosceles triangle having
AB = AC .
` +ACB = +ABC ...(1)
[a angles opposite to equal sides of a triangle are
equal]
By using angle sum property of a triangle
+ABC + +ACB + +CAB = 180c
& +ACB + +ACB + 50c = 180c [a from eq(1)]
SOLUTION : 2+ACB = 130c
Given AB | |CD and EF is a transversal. & +ACB = 65c
+GHD = +EGB = 35c Since, lines LM | | BC
[By corresponding angles axioms] ` +LMC + +BCM = 180c
+PHQ = +GHD = 35c [a Co-interior angles]
[Vertically opposite angles] +LMC + 65c = 180c
and +QPH = 90c [a QP = EF ] [a +BCM = +ACB ]
Now, in ΔPQH , we have & +LMC = 180c − 65c = 115c
+PQH + +PHQ + +QPH = 180c 30. Show that if two sides of a triangle are of lengths 5
[Angle sum property of a triangle] cm and 1.5 cm, then the length of third side of the
& +PQH + 35c + 90c = 180c triangle cannot be 3.4 cm. [3]
` +PQH = 180c − 125c = 55c SOLUTION :
or Given, the length of two sides of a triangle are 5 cm
and 1.5 cm respectively.
What value of x would make AOB a line in figure, if Let sides of a ΔABC be 5 cm and CA = 1.5 cm
+AOC = 4x and +BOC = 6x + 30c ? We know that, difference of two sides < third side and
sum of two sides > third side
` 5 − 1.5 < BC and 5 + 1.5 > BC
& 3.5 < BC and 6.5 > BC
So, BC cannot be 3.4 cm.
31. The sides BA and DC of a quadrilateral ABCD are
produced as shown in figure. [3]

SOLUTION :
If AOB is a line, then
+AOB = 180c
[a A straight angle = 180c]
& +AOC + +BOC = 180c
4x + ^6x + 30ch = 180c

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Prove that a + b = x + y . ^x − 1h = 10
2
=5
SOLUTION :
& x = 5+1 = 6
In ΔABD , we have Hence, the value of x is 6.
+ABD + +ADB = b ...(1)
or
[Exterior angle of a triangle]
In ΔCBD , we have The diameters of two cones are equal. If their slant
heights are in the ratio 5 : 4, then find the ratio of
+CBD + +CDB = a ...(2) their curved surface areas.
[Exterior angle of a triangle]
On adding eq. (1) and (2), we get SOLUTION :
^+ABD + +CBD h + ^+ADB + +CDB h = a + b Given, diameters of two cones are equal. So, radii of
x+y = a+b these cones are also equal. Let r be the radius of each
cone and slant height be 5x and 4x .
32. Show that a median of a triangle divides it into two We know that,
triangles of equal areas. [3] Curved surface area of a cone = πrl
SOLUTION : Then,
Curved surface area of first cone = πr # 5x
In ΔABC , AD is the median. Curved surface area of second cone = πr # 4x
` Required ratio = πr # 5x = 5 : 4
πr # 4x
34. Here is an extract from a mortality table. [3]

Age (in years) Number of persons surviving

out of a sample of one million
60 16090
61 11490
Hence, BD = DC
Draw AE = BC 62 8012

Area of ΔABD = 1 # BD # AE 63 5448

2
64 3607
= 1 # DC # AE [a BD = DC ] 65 2320
2
= Area of ΔADC (i) Based on this information, what is the probability
Thus, median of a triangle divides it into two triangles of a person ‘aged 60’ of dying within a year ?
of equal area. (ii) What is the probability that a person ‘aged 61’
will live for 4 years ?
33. The sides of a triangle are x , x + 1, 2x − 1 and its area
is x 10 . Find the value of x . [3] SOLUTION :
SOLUTION : (i) We see that 16090 persons aged 60, (16090-11490),
i.e., 4600 died before reaching their 61 st birthday.
Let the sides of triangle are
Therefore, P (a person aged 60 die within a year)
a = x , b = x + 1 and c = 2x − 1
Then, semi-perimeter, = 4600 = 460
16090 1609
s = a + b + c = x + x + 1 + 2x − 1 (ii) Number of persons aged 61 years = 11490
2 2 Number of persons surviving for 4 years = 2320
P (a person aged 61 will live for 4 years)
= 4x = 2x
2
= 2320 = 232
Now, area of triangle = s ^s − a h^s − b h^s − c h 11490 1149

But given, area of triangle = x 10

` x 10 = 2x ^2x − x h#2x − ^x + 1h- #2x − ^2x − 1h-
Section D
2x # x # ^x − 1h # 1 35. Rationalise : 1 . [4]
=
7+ 3− 2
= 2x2 ^x − 1h
On squaring both sides, we get SOLUTION :

^x 10 h = 8 2x2 ^x − 1hB ^ 7 + 3h+ 2

2 2

Let, I 1
10x2 = 2x2 ^x − 1h ^ 7 + 3h+ 2
#
& 7+ 3− 2
10 = 2 ^x − 1h = 7+ 3+ 2
8^ + 3h −^ 2hB
2 2
[Dividing both sides by x as x ! 0 ]
2 7

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7+ 3+ 2 Now, plot the points (0, 500), (2, 540) and (3, 560) on
=
^ h ^ 3h + 2 7 3 − 2 a graph and join them by a line to get required graph.
2 2
7 +
= 7+ 3+ 2
7 + 3 + 2 21 − 2

= 7+ 3+ 2
8 + 2 21

= 7+ 3+ 2
2 ^4 + 21 h
^ 7 + 3 + 2 h^4 − 21 h
=
2 ^4 + 21 h^4 − 21 h
[By rationalising]
= 4 7 + 4 3 + 4 2 − 7 3 − 3 7 − 42
2 ^16 − 21h

= 7 − 3 3 + 4 2 − 42
− 10

= 3 3 − 4 2 + 42 − 7
10
38. Construct ΔABC in which BC = 6.8 cm , +B = 45c
36. Factorise : x + 12 + 2 − 2x − 2 .
2
[4] and +C = 45c. Construct angle bisector of +B and
x x +C and let them intersect at point O . Measure
SOLUTION : +BOC . [4]

Let, I x2 + 12 + 2 − 2x − 2 SOLUTION :
x x
Steps of Construction :
= ^x h2 + 1 2 + 2 # x # 1 − 2 bx + 1 l (i) Draw a line segment BC = 6.8 cm .
^x h x x (ii) Draw +PBC = 45c at point B and draw
+QCB = 45c at point C .
= bx + 1 l − 2 bx + 1 l
2

x x (iii) Mark the point of intersection of ray BP and ray

[a a2 + b2 + 2ab = ^a + b h2 ] CQ at A.

= bx + 1 lbx + 1 − 2 l
x x
2
= bx + 1 l=^ x h + d 1 n − 2 x # 1 G
2
x x x
2
= bx + 1 ld x − 1 n
x x

= bx + 1 ld x − 1 nd x − 1 n
x x x (iv) Now, draw the angle bisectors of +ABC and
+ACB , let them to intersect each other at point
37. A part of monthly expenses of a family on milk is
O . On measuring the +BOC , we get the value
fixed which is ` 500 and the remaining varies with the
135c.
quantity of milk taken extra at the rate of ` 20 per
litre. Taking the quantity of milk required extra x litre 39. The diameter of the Moon is approximately one-fourth
and the total expenditure on milk is ` y , write a linear of the diameter of the Earth. Find the ratio of their
equation for this information and draw its graph. [4] surface areas. [4]

SOLUTION : SOLUTION :
Let the quantity of milk required extra be x l and Let the diameter of Earth = d1
total expenditure on milk be ` y . Then, diameter of the Moon = 1 d1
4
` Required equation is y = 500 + 20x ...(1)
When x = 0 , then y = 500 + 20 # 0 = 500 ` Radius of the Earth ^r1h = d1
2
When x = 2 , then y = 500 + 20 # 2
and radius of the Moon ^r2h = d1 = d1
= 500 + 40 = 540 2#4 8
When x = 3 , then y = 500 + 20 # 3 Surface area of the Earth ^S1h = 4πr 12

S1 = 4π b d1 l = πd 12
2
= 500 + 60 = 560
Thus, we have the following table 2
Surface area of the Moon
x 0 2 3
S2 = 4π b d1 l = 4π d 1 = πd 1
2 2 2

y 500 540 560 8 64 16

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Now, we join the mid-points of the tops of adjacent

Required ratio S1 : S2 = πd 1 : πd 1 = 16 : 1
2 2
`
1 16 rectangles by line segments.
or Also, we take the imagined classes 130-140 and
The total cost of making a spherical ball is ` 33, 957 200-210, each with frequency 0. We join A with the
at the rate of ` 7 per cubic metre. What will be the mid-point of the top of the first rectangle and join B
radius of this ball ? with the mid-point of the top of the last rectangle.
Thus, we obtain a complete frequency polygon.
SOLUTION :
or
Let radius of the ball be r meter.
Following are the runs scored by two teams A and B
` Volume of spherical ball = 4 πr3 in a 10 over match. Represent the data graphically on
3
the same graph.
Total cost of making a spherical ball at the rate of ` 7
per m3 = ` 33957 Over Team A Team B
` Volume of spherical ball = 33957 = 4851 m3 1 2 5
7
Now, 4 πr3 = 4851 2 1 6
3
r3 = 4851 # 7 # 3 = b 21 l
3
& 3 8 2
4 # 22 2
4 9 10
r = 21 = 10.5 5 4 5
2
` Radius of spherical ball = 10.5 m 6 5 6
40. A study on cost of living index for a particular year in 7 6 3
a city, the following weekly observations were made.
8 10 4
Cost of living index ^` h Number of weeks 9 6 8
140-150 5 10 2 10
150-160 10
SOLUTION :
160-170 20
170-180 9
180-190 6
190-200 2
Draw a histogram and a frequency polygon on the
same scale. [4]
SOLUTION :
We represent the class intervals along the horizontal
line on a suitable scale and the corresponding
frequencies along the vertical line on a suitable scale.
We construct rectangles with class intervals as the
bases and the respective frequencies as the heights.
Thus, we obtain the histogram as shown below

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