The Rankine theory is satisfactory applicable for those components which are made of ___.

The Rankine theory is satisfactory applicable for those components which are made of___.

a. Elastic material
b. Ductile material
c. Plastic material
d. Brittle material

Correct Answer : d. Brittle material

Explanation :

Rankine theory is applied to those materials which are strong in shear but weak in compression or tension. Brittle material is strong in shear but weak in tension.