NEETPhysics-Mechanical Properties of Solids
NEET Physics Stress-Strain Curve MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
The load versus elongation graph for four wires of the same materials and same length is shown in the figure. The thinnest wire is represented by the line
A
OC
B
OA
C
OD
D
OB
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The slope of the load versus elongation graph represents the stiffness of the wire. A steeper slope indicates a thinner wire, as it elongates more for the same load.
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