$A$ wave $y = a \cos(kx - \omega t)$ superposes on another wave to form a stationary wave having a node at $x = 0$. What is the equation of the other wave?

  • A
    $a \cos(kx + \omega t)$
  • B
    $a \cos(kx - \omega t)$
  • C
    $-a \cos(kx + \omega t)$
  • D
    $-a \sin(kx + \omega t)$

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