Strength of Materials MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Strength of Materials, a fundamental topic in the field of Mechanical Engineering. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our Strength of Materials MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

In this section, you'll find a wide range of Strength of Materials mcq questions that explore various aspects of Strength of Materials problems. Each MCQ is crafted to challenge your understanding of Strength of Materials principles, enabling you to refine your problem-solving techniques. Whether you're a student aiming to ace Mechanical Engineering tests, a job seeker preparing for interviews, or someone simply interested in sharpening their skills, our Strength of Materials MCQs are your pathway to success in mastering this essential Mechanical Engineering topic.

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Q61.
When a closely-coiled helical spring is subjected to an axial load, it is said to be under
Discuss
Answer: (c).torsion
Q62.
When a rectangular beam is loaded transversely, the zero stress is developed on the neutral axis.
Discuss
Answer: (a).True
Q63.
Compression members always tend to buckle in the direction of the
Discuss
Answer: (d).least radius of gyration
Q64.
The maximum tangential stress in a thick cylindrical shell is always __________ the internal pressure acting on the shell.
Discuss
Answer: (c).greater than
Q65.
A thin spherical shell of diameter (d) and thickness (t) is subjected to an internal pressure (p). The stress in the shell material is
Discuss
Answer: (c).pd/4t
Discuss
Answer: (c).shank diameter
Q67.
Principle plane is a plane on which the shear stress is
Discuss
Answer: (a).zero
Q68.
For a 25 mm hole drilled in plates, the diameter of rivet shank should be
Discuss
Answer: (a).23mm
Discuss
Answer: (b).same bending stress at every section
Q70.
The shear force of a simply supported beam carrying a central point load changes sign at its midpoint.
Discuss
Answer: (a).Correct