Step 1: Understand the conditions for a hydraulic jump. A hydraulic jump occurs when the flow transitions from supercritical to subcritical. This phenomenon happens only when the initial flow velocity is greater than the critical velocity. Supercritical flow: $ V>V_c $ → shallow, fast flow Subcritical flow: $ V<V_c $ → deep, slow flow Critical flow: $ V = V_c $ Step 2: Analyze each option. $ V>V_c $: Jump is possible; transition from supercritical to subcritical occurs. $ V<V_c $: Jump is not possible; flow is already subcritical. $ V = V_c $: Transition may occur under special conditions but is generally unstable. "Independent": Incorrect; jump formation depends on flow condition. Step 3: Select the correct option. Hydraulic jump is not possible when: $$ \boxed{\text{Initial speed<critical speed}} $$