A material is capable of resisting softening at high temperature, because of its property termed as____________________?

Correct answer: C. Hot hardness

  • A. Hot temper
  • B. Fatigue
  • C. Hot hardness
  • D. Creep

Explanation

Hot hardness is the ability of a material to retain its hardness and cutting performance at elevated temperature. Creep describes slow deformation under sustained stress, not resistance to softening itself.

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