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What are the dimensions of the modulus of elasticity?

Correct answer D. ML⁻¹T⁻²

Explanation

Elastic modulus is stress divided by dimensionless strain, so it has the dimensions of pressure, force per area: MLT⁻² ÷ L² = ML⁻¹T⁻².

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