The bolt is subjected to _______________ when the nut is tightened by putting the washer beneath it?
Correct answer: D. Tension
- A. Bending & tension
- B. Shear
- C. Compression
- D. Tension
Explanation
Tightening the nut stretches the bolt and produces tensile preload in it, while the clamped parts experience compression. Although tightening may also introduce torsion temporarily, the primary stated load is tension.
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