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Mechanical Properties of Solids: Young's Modulus MCQ

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Young's ModulusEasyQuestion 6307

Question

Young's modulus Y is defined as:
  1. A
    Bulk stress/Bulk strain
  2. B
    Longitudinal stress/Longitudinal strain
    Correct
  3. C
    Shear stress/Shear strain
  4. D
    Force/Area

Correct answer

Longitudinal stress/Longitudinal strain

Explanation

Y = Longitudinal stress / Longitudinal strain = (F/A)/(ΔL/L).