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In a beam subjected to bending, where is the maximum tensile stress typically observed?
2. In a beam subjected to bending, where is the maximum tensile stress typically observed?
- Neutral axis
- Center of the beam
- Top surface
- Bottom surface
Answer
The correct answer is: D) Bottom surface
Explanation
The bottom surface (b) of the beam experiences the largest tensile stress during bending, which is located furthest away from the neutral axis.