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Which consequence occurs when orthogonal wave functions overlap?

A)System remains in superposition entirely
B)Transition probability remains substantially reduced
C)Energy levels exhibit spectral broadening
D)Quantum system displays permanent decoherence

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Transition probability is reduced because orthogonal wave functions exhibit zero overlap, which minimizes the dipole matrix element via Fermi's Golden Rule; therefore, the probability diminishes, rather than broadening because of environmental disturbance or complete loss of quantum behavior.

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