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The equation `y=a sin 2 pi//lamda (vt -x)` is expression for :-

A

Stationary wave of single frequency along x-axis

B

A simple harmonic motion

C

A progressive wave of single frequency along x-axis

D

The resultant of two SHM's of slightly different frequencies

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C
The equation represents a progressive wave moving along x-axis of single frequency.
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