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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


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