In each of the cases (a) and (b) shown below the electric and magnetic fields in an electromagnetic wave point in the directions shown as the wave passes a certain point $P$. [ $\vec{B}$ points away from the viewer in case (b).]
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(a)
In which direction is the wave moving?
A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D
E) Toward the viewer
F) Away from the viewer $\mathrm{T}$. This is impossible.

Question

In each of the cases (a) and (b) shown below the electric and magnetic fields in an electromagnetic wave point in the directions shown as the wave passes a certain point $P$. [ $\vec{B}$ points away from the viewer in case (b).]
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(a)
In which direction is the wave moving?
A) A 
B) B 
C) C 
D) D 
E) Toward the viewer 
F) Away from the viewer $\mathrm{T}$. This is impossible.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Answer of In each of the cases (a) and (b) shown below the electric and magnetic fields in an electromagnetic wave point in the directions shown as the wave passes a certain point $P$. [ $\vec{B}$ points away from the viewer in case (b).]
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(a)
In which direction is the wave moving?
A) A 
B) B 
C) C 
D) D 
E) Toward the viewer 
F) Away from the viewer $\mathrm{T}$. This is impossible.

In Each of the Cases (A) and (B) Shown Below PPP

In Each of the Cases (A) and (B) Shown Below $P$