A composite section shown in the figure below was formed at 20°c and was made of two materials A and B. If the coefficient of thermal expansion of A is greater than that of B and the composite section is heated to 40°C, then A and B will
A
be in tension and compression respectively
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B
both be in compression
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C
both be in tension
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D
be in compression and tension respectively
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Solution
The correct option is B both be in compression Since both the ends of the bar are unyielding. With increase in temperature, both bars will be in compression and the load will be transferred to the supports