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A man grows into a giant such that his linear dimensions increase by a factor of 9. Assuming that his density remains same, the stress in the leg will change by a factor of:
PhysicsMechanical Properties of SolidsJEE MainJEE Main 2017 (02 Apr)
Options:
  • A 181 
  • B 9
  • C 19
  • D 81
Solution:
2713 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 9
Stress =FA=MgA

=ρVolume .gA

=ρ93x3 g92x2

=9 times

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