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Let `y=1/(1+x^(2))` at t=0 s be the amplitude of the wave propogating in the positive x-direction. At t=2 s, the amplitude of the wave propogating becomes `y=1/(1+(x-2)^(2))`. Assume that the shape of the wave does not change during propogation. The velocity of the wave is

A

`0.5 ms^(-1)`

B

`1.0 ms^(-1)`

C

`1.5 ms^(-1)`

D

`2.0 ms^(-1)`

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