Which among the following options represents a correct assertion?
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Answer: B. a member made of cast iron will generally be. more rigid than a member of equal load carrying ability made of steel
Explanation
Steel has a higher modulus of elasticity than cast iron, meaning a steel member is more rigid than a cast iron member of equal load capacity.
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