To determine which two values are likely to be equal during the times marked by segments B and E in a velocity versus time graph, we need to consider what these segments represent.
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Net Force: This depends on the acceleration of the object. If the acceleration changes, then the net force will change as well (since \(F = ma\)).
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Mass: The mass of an object is constant unless there is an external change (like gaining or losing mass), but the problem does not suggest such changes.
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Acceleration: In a velocity vs. time graph, the acceleration is indicated by the slope of the line. If the slopes (indicating acceleration) during segments B and E are equal, then the acceleration would be equal as well.
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Velocity: The object's velocity can change independently during different segments.
Since segments B and E might represent intervals where the object's acceleration or the force acting on it could be similar, but the velocity does not necessarily have to be equal, the most appropriate answer would be:
Acceleration is likely to be equal during segments B and E (assuming that both segments have the same slope). If the slopes are equal, it implies the object experiences the same acceleration during those times.
Thus, the answer is acceleration.
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