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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