Which kind of moving charge can produce a propagating electromagnetic wave?

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Step 1: A stationary charge creates an electrostatic field but does not radiate propagating electromagnetic waves. Step 2: A charge moving uniformly in a straight line produces a changing field pattern, but no radiation in the classical far field. Step 3: An accelerating charge radiates energy and can produce EM waves. Final C. Final answer: (C) An accelerating charge.