The figure below shows four stress elements with normal and

The figure below shows four stress elements with normal and shear stress values as shown. Rank these situations, from greatest to least (or the same), on the basis of the maximum principal stress. Carefully explain your answer.

The figure below shows four stress elements with normal and shear stress values as shown. Rank these situations, from greatest to least (or the same), on the basis of the maximum principal stress. Carefully explain your answer.

Solution

1. B

2. A

3. C

4. D