Monochromatic coherent light shines through a pair of slits.If the distance between these slits is decreased,which of the following statements are true of the resulting interference pattern? (There could be more than one correct choice. )
A)The distance between the maxima stays the same.
B)The distance between the maxima decreases.
C)The distance between the minima stays the same.
D)The distance between the minima increases.
E)The distance between the maxima increases.

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When the distance between the slits is decreased, the interference pattern spreads out, causing the distance between both maxima and minima to increase.

Monochromatic Coherent Light Shines Through a Pair of Slits