When waves interfere, the result is ________ original waves ("they interfere").
A) always the same as
B) always larger than
C) sometimes smaller than, sometimes larger than
D) always smaller than

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When waves interfere, the result can vary depending on the phase relationship between them. If they are in phase, they can constructively interfere, leading to a wave larger than the original waves. If they are out of phase, they can destructively interfere, resulting in a wave smaller than the original waves.

When Waves Interfere, the Result Is ________ Original Waves ("They