The equation of a progressive wave is given by $y = 0.2 \cos \pi (0.04t + 0.02x - \frac{\pi}{6})$. The distance is expressed in $cm$ and time in seconds. What will be the minimum distance between two particles having a phase difference of $\pi / 2$ in $cm$?

  • A
    $4$
  • B
    $8$
  • C
    $25$
  • D
    $12.5$

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