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Discussion Forum : UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions - Section 19 (Q.No. 48)
48.
Two closely-coiled springs A and B of the same material, same wire and same number of turns are subjected to an axial load of W. The mean diameter of spring A is half that of spring B. The ratio of deflection of spring B to that of spring A will be
Discussion:
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Rahul verma said:
2 years ago
The correct answer is 8, option A.
Apcivilian said:
3 years ago
Yes, 8 is the right answer. I too agree.
Phani said:
7 years ago
A is correct.
Deflection = 8wD^3n ÷ Gd^4.
Deflection = 8wD^3n ÷ Gd^4.
Chhaya said:
8 years ago
I think the answer should be A.
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