Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Hard-Class 11

Assertion (A): A pillar with a distributed shape at the ends can support more load than one with rounded ends. | Reason (R): A distributed shape at the ends of a pillar increases the effective area of load distribution, reducing stress on any given point.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The NCERT context indicates that a pillar with a distributed shape at the ends supports more load than one with rounded ends, explaining it by the increased area for load distribution, which reduces stress.

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