Question

If the Poisson's ratio of the material of a wire is 0.35, then the ratio of the longitudinal and volume strains of the wire is:

• A. \(1:2\)
• B. \(10:3\)
• C. \(7:10\)
• D. \(3:7\)

Hint:

Remember: \[ \text{Volume strain} = (1-2\mu)\times \text{Longitudinal strain}. \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B