Equations of motion for two waves traveling in the same direction are given by $y_1 = 2a \sin(\omega t - kx)$ and $y_2 = 2a \sin(\omega t - kx - \theta)$. The resultant amplitude of the medium particle will be:

  • A
    $2a \cos \theta$
  • B
    $\sqrt{2} a \cos \theta$
  • C
    $4a \cos(\theta / 2)$
  • D
    $\sqrt{2} a \cos(\theta / 2)$

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