The Addition of an Interstitial Element to a Metal ________

question 81

Multiple Choice

The addition of an interstitial element to a metal ________ the overall hardness and strength while ________ the ductility.

• A)decreases, increasing
• B)increases, increasing
• C)increases, decreasing
• D)decreases, decreasing
• E)Adding an interstitial element to a metal has no affect on its properties.

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Definitions:

Government Spending

Expenditures made by the government for goods and services that it uses to provide public services and for social welfare.

Marginal Analysis

Scrutinizing the bonus benefits of an activity alongside the supplementary costs it brings.

Additional Slice

Refers to an extra unit or portion of a product or service added beyond the current amount.

Efficiency

The optimal use of resources to achieve the desired ends with minimum waste or effort.