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Two mechanical waves, `y_(1) = 2 sin 2 pi (5- t - 2x)` & `y_(2) = 4 sin 2 pi(fax + 100 t)` propagate in a medium with same speed.

A

The ratio of their intensities is `1 : 16`

B

The ratio of their intensities is `1 : 4`

C

The value of 'a' is `4` units

D

The value of 'a' is `2` units.

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