In a composite slab, there are two materials having coefficients of thermal conductivity $K$ and $2K$, and thicknesses $x$ and $4x$ respectively. The temperatures of the two outer surfaces of the composite slab are $T_2$ and $T_1$ $(T_2 > T_1)$. $T_2$ is on the side with conductivity $K$ and $T_1$ is on the side with conductivity $2K$. The rate of heat transfer through the slab in a steady state is $\left[ \frac{A(T_2 - T_1)K}{x} \right] \cdot f$, where $f$ is equal to:

  • A
    $1$
  • B
    $1/2$
  • C
    $2/3$
  • D
    $1/3$

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