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Mechanical Properties of Solids: Advanced Solids Mixed MCQ

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Advanced Solids MixedEasyQuestion 6400

Question

Maximum load a wire (breaking stress σ_b, area A) can support:
  1. A
    σ_b/A
  2. B
    σ_b × A
    Correct
  3. C
    A/σ_b
  4. D
    σ_b²×A

Correct answer

σ_b × A

Explanation

Maximum force = σ_b × A. Breaking load = σ_b × A.