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There are __________ strain components for a three dimensional case.

(a) 2

(b) 3

(c) 6

(d) 8

I have been asked this question during an online interview.

The doubt is from Strain Components and Compatibility Equations topic in portion Elements of Elasticity of Geotechnical Engineering I

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The correct answer is (c) 6

To explain: There are six strain components for a three dimensional case and there are three linear strain components and three shearing strain components.

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