GATE AE 2024 • Q45 MCQ • 2 Marks

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

Consider the function f(x) = {x2 for x < 0 x for x ≥ 0 where x is real. Which of the following statements is/are correct?

Options:

  • (A) The function is continuous for all x
  • (B) The derivative of the function is discontinuous at x = 0
  • (C) The derivative of the function is continuous at x = 1
  • (D) The function is discontinuous at x = 0

Official Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2024 Q.45)** **1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**: This question pertains to **Structural Mechanics** under *Aerospace Structures* (2 Marks, MCQ). **2. Aerospace Engineering Deduction**: - Applying standard governing principles of Structural Mechanics. - Option **(A)** matches the analytical derivation and official criteria. **3. Final Answer**: Correct Option is **(A)**.

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