Wave Characteristics: An electromagnetic wave travels in free space in the +y direction, as shown in the figure. If the electric field at the origin is along the +z direction, what is the direction of the magnetic field?

A. +z
B. -z
C. +y
D. +x
E. -x


Answer: D

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