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How does the eccentricity affect the stability of a hollow rectangular section under compression?
50. How does the eccentricity affect the stability of a hollow rectangular section under compression?
- Higher eccentricity increases stability
- Lower eccentricity increases stability
- Stability is inversely proportional to the eccentricity
- Eccentricity does not affect stability
Answer
The correct answer is: B) Lower eccentricity increases stability
Explanation
Lower eccentricity increases a member's stability by lessening its propensity to buckle under compression.