Properties of Metals
Quick practice
Question 1 of 5
A simply supported laterally loaded beam was found to deflect more than a specified value. Which of the following measures will reduce the deflection? [2003]
A
Increase the area moment of inertia
B
The magnitude of the load to be increased
C
Increase the span of the beam
D
Select a different material having a lesser modulus of elasticity
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