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If two equal and opposite deforming forces are applied parallel to the cross sectional area of the cylinder as shown in the figure, there is a relative displacement between the opposite faces of the cylinder. The ratio of Ax to L is known as

A

loagitudinal strain

B

 volumetric strain

C

Shearing strain

D

Poisson's ratio

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The correct Answer is:
C
Shearing strain `= (Deltax)/(L)`
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