Explore topic-wise MCQs in Machine Design.

This section includes 5 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Machine Design knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

A beam subjected to bending moment undergoes which of the following stresses?

A. Compressive
B. Tensile
C. Both compressive & tensile
D. None of the mentioned
Answer» D. None of the mentioned
Discussion
2.

According to principal stress theory, which option represents the correct relation between yield strength in shear (YSS) and the yield strength in tension (YST)?

A. YSS=0.5YST
B. YSS=0.577YST
C. YST=0.5YSS
D. YST=0.577YSS
Answer» B. YSS=0.577YST
Discussion
3.

Modulus of rigidity for carbon steels is greater than that of grey cast iron.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
4.

Which of the following relationship is true? (p=Poisson s ratio)

A. E=2G (1+p)
B. E=G (2+p)
C. E= 2(G+ p)
D. No relation exist between E, G and p
Answer» B. E=G (2+p)
Discussion
5.

If there are residual stresses in the material, than lower factor of safety is used.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion