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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Q81.
In a beam where shear force changes sign, the bending moment will be
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Answer: (c).maximum
Q82.
The maximum shear stress of a beam of triangular section occurs above the neutral axis,
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Answer: (a).Correct
Q83.
The ductility of a material __________ with the increase in percentage reduction in area of a specimen under tensile test.
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Answer: (a).increases
Q84.
The bending moment in the centre of a simply supported beam carrying a uniformly distributed load of w per unit length is
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Answer: (d).wl²/8
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Answer: (d).an increase in diameter and length of the shell
Q86.
A welded joint as compared to a riveted joint has __________ strength.
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Answer: (c).more
Q87.
The shear force at apoint on a beam is the algebraic __________ of all the forces on either side of the point.
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Answer: (a).sum
Q88.
The point of contraflexure occurs in
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Answer: (c).overhanging beams
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Answer: (d).any one of the above
Q90.
The springs in brakes and clutches are used to
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Answer: (a).to apply forces