On applying a force parallel to the surf...

On applying a force parallel to the surface, no change in volume is brought about but the shape of the body changes. The change in such a case is called.

A

shear strain

B

volume strain

C

longitudinal strain

D

transverse strain

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The correct Answer is:

A

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