REET Feb 16 p1, Q124
0. Which statement is correct in the following?
- Option : A
- Explanation : All metals are tensile. The term tensile strength refers to the amount of tensile (stretching) stress a material can withstand before breaking or failing. The ultimate tensile strength of a material is calculated by dividing the area of the material tested (the cross-section) by the stress placed on the material, generally expressed in terms of pounds or tons per square inch of material.
