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What is the SI unit of the modulus of elasticity?

Correct answer D. N m⁻²

Explanation

Modulus of elasticity is stress divided by strain. Strain has no unit, so the modulus takes the unit of stress, newton per square metre (N m⁻², or pascal).

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