Two identical progressive waves moving in opposite directions superimpose to produce a stationary wave. The wavelength of each progressive wave is $\lambda$. The wavelength of the stationary wave is

  • A
    $\frac{\lambda}{4}$
  • B
    $\frac{\lambda}{2}$
  • C
    $\lambda$
  • D
    $2 \lambda$

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