Air, with a Prandtl number of 0.7, flows over a flat plate at a high Reynolds number. Which of the
following statement is TRUE?
Options:
(A) 4
i (B)
2
i (C)
2 / 1
i (D)
4 / 1
i
(B) Thermal boundary layer is thinner than the velocity boundary layer.
(C) Thermal boundary layer is as thick as the velocity boundary layer.
(D) There is no relationship between the thicknesses of thermal and velocity boundary layers.
.9 Consider an eigenvalue problem given by Ax= i x. If i represent the eigenvalues of the non-
singular square matrix A, then what will be the eigenvalues of matrix A2?
Official Answer Key:
A
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2016 Q.8)**
**1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**:
This question pertains to **Verbal & Numerical Aptitude** under *General Aptitude* (2 Marks, MCQ).
**2. Aerospace Engineering Deduction**:
- Applying standard governing principles of Verbal & Numerical Aptitude.
- Option **(A)** matches the analytical derivation and official criteria.
**3. Final Answer**:
Correct Option is **(A)**.
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