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What is the principle of superposition for waves?

A Waves cannot overlap
B When waves overlap, the resulting displacement is the sum of individual displacements
C Waves always cancel each other
D Only longitudinal waves can overlap

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Superposition: overlapping waves combine algebraically—constructive (same direction) or destructive (opposite).

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