Which phrase correctly defines the amplitude of a wave? (1 point)

the vertical distance from the trough of a wave to the crest
the horizontal distance from the crest of one wave to the crest of the next wave
the vertical distance from the crest or trough of a wave to the equilibrium
the horizontal distance from the trough of one wave to the trough of the next wave

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the vertical distance from the crest or trough of a wave to the equilibrium