The stiffness coefficient kij indicates

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The stiffness coefficient k_ij indicates

1. force at i due to a unit deformation at j
2. deformation at j due to a unit force at i
3. deformation at i due to a unit force j
4. force at j due to a unit deformation i

Correct Option: A

force at i due to a unit deformation at j