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The three equations of static equilibrium of the problem of elasticity are not sufficient to solve the six unknown stress components.

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The three equations of static equilibrium of the problem of elasticity are not sufficient to solve the six unknown stress components.

(a) True

(b) False

This question was addressed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.

This key question is from Elasticity topic in chapter Elements of Elasticity of Geotechnical Engineering I

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The correct option is (a) True

To explain: The problem of elasticity is strictly of indeterminate nature. To solve for unknowns, it should be supplemented with equations of compatibility of deformations.

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