An axially loaded bar is subjected to a normal stress of

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An axially loaded bar is subjected to a normal stress of 173 MPa. The shear stress in the bar is

1. 75 MPa
2. 86.5 MPa
3. 100 MPa
4. 122.3 MPa

Correct Option: B

For maximum, θ = 45°

τ_max =	σ_x - σ_y	.sin2θ
	2

=	173 - 0	× 1 = 86.5 MPa
	2