Two harmonic waves traveling in opposite directions interfere to produce a standing wave described by y = 2sin(4x)cos(3t), where x is in m and t is in s. What is the speed (in m/s) of the interfering waves?

A. 0.75
B. 0.25
C. 1.3
D. 12
E. 3.0


Answer: A

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