The student's question seems to be incomplete, as the velocities and time intervals are not provided in the question. However, I will demonstrate how to approach a problem like this using the kinematic equations for uniformly accelerated motion.
Solution
a
Assume initial velocity is vi, final velocity after time t is vf, and acceleration is a. The displacement x in time t is given by the equation: x=vit+21at2
b
For the subsequent time t, the initial velocity for this period is vf from the previous period. The displacement x′ in the next time t is given by: x′=vft+21at2
c
To find the ratio k=xx′, we need to express x′ in terms of x. Since vf=vi+at, we can substitute vf in the equation for x′: x′=(vi+at)t+21at2
d
Simplify the expression for x′ to find k: x′=vit+at2+21at2=x+21at2. Thus, k=xx+21at2
e
Without the specific values for vi, vf, and a, we cannot determine the exact value of k. However, if we had the numerical values, we could calculate k and select the correct multiple-choice answer
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Key Concept
The key concept involved in this question is the use of kinematic equations for uniformly accelerated motion to relate displacement, velocity, and acceleration over equal time intervals.
Explanation
The explanation involves applying the kinematic equations to two consecutive time intervals to find the ratio of the displacements in those intervals. Without specific numerical values, we cannot determine the exact value of k.