Question 1865 Deck General

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What is the breaking strain of steel wire rope with a 5/8" diameter?

A 1.0 tons
B 6.6 tons
C 9.6 tons
D 15.6 tons
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) 9.6 tons. The breaking strain of a steel wire rope is determined by its diameter, the number of strands, and the material used. For a 5/8" (0.625") diameter steel wire rope, the breaking strain is approximately 9.6 tons, as per industry standards and regulations. The other options are incorrect because: A) 1.0 tons is too low for a 5/8" steel wire rope. B) 6.6 tons is also too low for this size rope. D) 15.6 tons is too high and exceeds the typical breaking strain for a 5/8" steel wire rope.

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