Correct Answer: consecutive

Solution : The fourth option is the correct answer.

Subsequent specifically implies coming after something else in time or order, indicating a chronological sequence.

On the other hand, consecutive also denotes a sequence of events occurring one after the other without interruption.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

• Prior means existing or occurring before in time; earlier.
• Preceding means coming before in time or order; going before.
• Antecedent refers to something that comes before; a preceding event or circumstance.

Therefore, the correct answer is consecutive.