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Mechanical Properties of Solids: Advanced Solids Mixed MCQ

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Advanced Solids MixedHardQuestion 6385

Question

For identical wires (same Y, L, r), one loaded with M and another 4M. Ratio of extensions:
  1. A
    4:1
  2. B
    1:4
    Correct
  3. C
    2:1
  4. D
    1:2

Correct answer

1:4

Explanation

ΔL ∝ F. ΔL₁/ΔL₂ = M/4M = 1:4.