Consider the two states of stress as shown in configurations

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Consider the two states of stress as shown in configurations I and II in the figure below. From the standpoint of distortion energy (vonMises) criterion, which one of the following statements is true?

1. I yields after II
2. II yields after I
3. Both yield simultaneously
4. Nothing can be said about their relative yielding

Correct Option: C

Both yields simultaneously.