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Question

The equation $y = 4cos(2\pi x)cos(2\pi t)$ represents

A

stationary wave

B

travelling wave

C

simple harmonic motion

D

none of these

Answer

stationary wave

Explanation

Solution

The equation $y=4\, cos (2\pi \,x) \, cos(2\pi \, t)$ represents a stationary wave