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The ratio of average shear stress to the maximum shear stress in a...

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The ratio of average shear stress to the maximum shear stress in a beam with a square cross-section is


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For beams with rectangular cross-section, the maximum shear stress is given by
Tmax= (3/2)T

Thus correct option is: C.

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