Which of the Following Is Not a Critical Factor That

question 377

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a critical factor that contributes to a brittle fracture?

• A) The material's fracture toughness
• B) Maximum operating temperature
• C) Stress concentration at a flaw
• D) Magnitude of the residual stresses

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