$A$ travelling harmonic wave is represented by the equation $y(x, t) = 10^{-3} \sin(50t + 2x)$,where $x$ and $y$ are in meters and $t$ is in seconds. Which of the following is a correct statement about the wave?

  • A
    The wave is propagating along the positive $x$-axis with speed $25 \ m/s$.
  • B
    The wave is propagating along the positive $x$-axis with speed $100 \ m/s$.
  • C
    The wave is propagating along the negative $x$-axis with speed $25 \ m/s$.
  • D
    The wave is propagating along the negative $x$-axis with speed $100 \ m/s$.

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