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Two coherent sources `S_(1)` and `S_(2)` are kept on the edges of a step as shown in the figure. An infinitely long screen is placed on the right side of sources and lies at along `y-z` plane. Calculate total no. of maximas observed on the screen. `PS_(1)=8lambda` and `PS_(2)=6lambda`. Where `lambda` is wavelength of light used. (There is no reflection from steps)

A

`18`

B

`16`

C

`14`

D

`12`

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