A transverse periodic wave is represented by the equation y(x, t) = 2.50 cm cos(2,500 rad/s t - 15.0x). What is the direction of the velocity of the wave?

A. the + z direction
B. the + y direction
C. the + x direction
D. the - z direction
E. the - y direction
F. the - x direction


C. the + x direction

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GIVEN
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FIND
(a) New temperature distribution considering radiation heat transfer
ASSUMPTIONS
(a) Neglect temperature gradients through the plate thickness
SKETCH

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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