Two wave pulses move toward each other along a rope.

which diagram shows the resulting wave when they cross at point x?

The second option with a vertex pointing upwards.

Explanation:

A wave is a disturbance that can be transmitted through a medium without causing a permanent displacement of the particles of the medium. The two types are; longitudinal and transverse.

In transverse wave, the direction of propagation of the wave is perpendicular to the direction of vibration of the particles of the medium. Examples are; water waves, light waves, X-ray etc. While in longitudinal waves, the direction of vibration of the particles is parallel to the direction of propagation of the waves. Examples are; waves in a slinky, waves in a rope, sound waves etc.

A wave in a rope is a form of longitudinal waves. When two wave pulses move toward each other, interference is observed.