Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
In a mock-test problem built around transverse shear in a rectangular section, which answer is most appropriate? Avoid the common trap that maximum shear stress occurs at the extreme fibre.
Strength of MaterialsShear Stress in BeamsEASY
Choose the correct answer
A
maximum shear stress occurs at the extreme fibre
B
maximum shear stress occurs at the neutral axis
C
shear stress is constant over depth
D
shear stress is zero at the neutral axis
Correct Answer
B. maximum shear stress occurs at the neutral axis
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For rectangular beams, tau is parabolic and maximum at the neutral axis. Correct option: B.
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This MCQ belongs to RRB JE Civil & Allied Engineering CBT-2 Full Mock Test Series. Full tests include timed attempts, rank comparison and subject-wise analysis.