Shear stress in a material is:

A Normal to the surface

B Parallel to the cross-sectional surface, calculated as τ = F/A

C Always zero

D Equal to tensile stress

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Shear stress τ = V/A acts parallel to the surface, causing angular deformation. Normal stress acts perpendicular.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Shear stress in a material is:" is Option B: Parallel to the cross-sectional surface, calculated as τ = F/A.

The other options — A) Normal to the surface, C) Always zero, D) Equal to tensile stress — are incorrect for this FE Exam Prep question. As explained above: Shear stress τ = V/A acts parallel to the surface, causing angular deformation. Normal stress acts perpendicular.

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Shear stress in a material is:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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