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| 1. |
A structural element is subjected to pure shear of 80 N/mm2, as shown in the figure. The yield stresses both in tension and in compression are 240 N/mm2. According to the maximum normal stress theory, the factors of safety in tension and compression are, respectively, |
| A. | 2 and 2 |
| B. | 2.5 and 2.5 |
| C. | 3 and 3 |
| D. | 4 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 4 and 4 | |