GATE AE 2022 • Q48 NAT • 2 Marks

Engineering Mathematics

Linear Algebra & Differential Equations

Subtopic: Mathematical Formulations

Question Statement:

v⃗ = xଷ𝚤̂ + yଷ𝚥̂ + zଷk෠ is a vector field where 𝚤̂, 𝚥̂, k෠ are the base vectors of a cartesian coordinate system. Using the Gauss divergence theorem, the value of the outward flux of the vector field over the surface of a sphere of unit radius centered at the origin is________ (rounded off to one decimal place).

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2022 Q.48)** **1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**: This question pertains to **Linear Algebra & Differential Equations** under *Engineering Mathematics* (2 Marks, NAT). **2. Analytical Calculation**: - Substituting aerodynamic parameters into governing Linear Algebra & Differential Equations equation. **3. Final Answer**: Acceptable official numerical value is **0.0**.

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