Compressive stress is computed by dividing the external force by the________?
AElasticity of the test specimen in strain
BArea of the test specimen upon which the weight rests
CStrain of the test specimen per unit length
DLength of the test specimen beneath the force
Correct answer
B. Area of the test specimen upon which the weight rests
Explanation
The correct answer is Area of the test specimen upon which the weight rests.