A vertical column has two moments of inertia (i.e. Ixx and Iyy ). The column will tend to buckle in the direction of the - Mechanics

Mechanical Engineering : Mechanics - Strength of Materials - Quiz(MCQ)

A vertical column has two moments of inertia (i.e. Ixx and Iyy ). The column will tend to buckle in the direction of the

axis of load

minimum moment of inertia

maximum moment of inertia

perpendicular to the axis of load

Correct Answer : Option (B) : minimum moment of inertia

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