Calculate the diameter of the rivets by shear considerations if permissible shear stress in rivets is 60N/mm² and P=15kN.
(a) 6mm
(b) 7mm
(c) 9mm
(d) 8mm
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This concept-based question is from the Rivet Heads & Terminology concept in part Welded and Riveted Joints of Machine Design