The electric field of an electromagnetic wave in free space is given by $\vec E = 10 \cos (10^7 t + kx) \hat j \, V/m$,where $t$ and $x$ are in seconds and metres respectively. It can be inferred that:
$(1)$ The wavelength $\lambda$ is $188.4 \, m$.
$(2)$ The wave number $k$ is $0.33 \, rad/m$.
$(3)$ The wave amplitude is $10 \, V/m$.
$(4)$ The wave is propagating along $+x$ direction.
Which one of the following pairs of statements is correct?

  • A
    $(3)$ and $(4)$
  • B
    $(1)$ and $(2)$
  • C
    $(2)$ and $(3)$
  • D
    $(1)$ and $(3)$

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