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Two identical light sources `S_1` and `S_2` emit light of same wavelength `lambda`. These light rays will exhibit interference if

A

their phase difference remain constant

B

their phases are distributed randomly

C

their light intensities remain constant

D

their light intensities change randomly

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A
For phenomenon of interference it is necessary that there should be a constant phase difference between two light rays
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