Question

The force components prevent the beam from which of the following process?

(a) Relative translation

(b) Relative rotation

(c) Relative transformation

(d) Relative collapse

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This key question is from Internal Forces Developed in Structural Members in section Internal Forces of Engineering Mechanics

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) Relative translation

Explanation: The force components are the forces which are the ones which prevent the beam from relative translation. This means that the shearing generated will be held strongly by the help of the forces generated. The main motto is to make the beam stable and don’t allow the relative translation occur.