$A$ wave is travelling along a string. At an instant,the shape of the string is as shown in the figure. At this instant,point $A$ is moving upward. Then:
$(a)$ The wave is travelling to the left.
$(b)$ At this instant,$C$ is moving downward.
$(c)$ The amplitude of the wave is greater than the displacement of point $B$ at this instant.
$(d)$ The phase at $A$ is less than the phase at $C$.
Select the correct statements:

  • A
    $a, b, c$
  • B
    $c, d$
  • C
    $b, d$
  • D
    $a, b, d$

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