represents an equation of a progressive wave, where 
is in second and 
is in metre. The distance travelled by the wave in 5 seconds is
A
B
C
D
.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
The given equation of a progressive wave is
(i)
The standard equation of a progressive wave is
(ii)
Comparing (i) and (ii), we get
Velocity of wave, 
.
Distance travelled by wave in time 
is 
or 
(As 
(given)).
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