MCQ
The shear strain is possible in .............
  • Solids
  • B
    Liquids
  • C
    Gases
  • D
    All of these

Answer

Correct option: A.
Solids
a
(A)

Shear strain is possible in solids only, as only solids have a definite surface.

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