A Transverse Periodic Wave Is Represented by the Equation Z(y

question 77

Multiple Choice

A transverse periodic wave is represented by the equation z(y, t) = 1.50 cm sin(1,250 rad/s t + 10.0 m⁻¹ y) . What is the direction of the vibration of the wave?

• A) the x direction
• B) the y direction
• C) the z direction

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