$A$ progressive wave is given by $Y = 12 \sin (5t - 4x)$. On this wave,how far away are the two points having a phase difference of $90^{\circ}$?

  • A
    $\frac{\pi}{4}$
  • B
    $\frac{\pi}{8}$
  • C
    $\frac{\pi}{16}$
  • D
    $\frac{\pi}{32}$

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