NEETPhysics-Properties of Matter

NEET Physics Shear Modulus MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

A square lead slab of side 50 cm and thickness 10 cm is subjected to a shearing force (on its narrow face) of 9 × 10⁴ N. The lower edge is riveted to the floor. How much will the upper edge be displaced? (Shear modulus of lead = 5.6 × 10⁹ N m⁻²)

A

0.16 mm

B

6 mm

C

0.16 cm

D

6 cm

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The displacement is given by Δx = (F/A) / G * h. Calculating gives 0.16 mm.

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