$y = a\cos (kx + \omega t)$ superimposes on another wave giving a stationary wave having 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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