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Mechanical Properties of Solids: Types of Stress MCQ

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Types of StressEasyQuestion 6305

Question

When a wire is stretched by equal forces on both ends, the stress is called:
  1. A
    Shear stress
  2. B
    Compressive stress
  3. C
    Tensile stress
    Correct
  4. D
    Volumetric stress

Correct answer

Tensile stress

Explanation

Stretching produces tensile stress. It acts perpendicular to the cross-section.

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