(y(x,t)=\frac{0.8}{1+(x - 0.5t)^ 2}) represents a moving pul... | Physics | SolveeIt | Solveeit

Today, October 3

Question

$y(x,t)=\frac{0.8}{1+(x - 0.5t)^ 2}$ represents a moving pulse where x and y are in metre and t is in second. Then

A

The pulse is moving in positive x direction

B

Speed of the pulse is 0.5 m/s

C

Maximum displacement of the pulse is 1.6 m

D

After 2 sec, the separation between two consecutive points having same phase is 0.5m.

Answer

The pulse is moving in positive x direction

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is: A and B