Select incorrect statement from the following. In the Virtual work method, it is generally assumed that [ A ] Elastic deformations in the slab are negligible [ B ] Plastic deformations in the slab are negligible [ C ] Plastic deformations takes place at the yield lines [ D ] Both (a) and (b)

Select incorrect statement from the following.
In the Virtual work method, it is generally assumed that
[ A ] Elastic deformations in the slab are negligible
[ B ] Plastic deformations in the slab are negligible
[ C ] Plastic deformations takes place at the yield lines
[ D ] Both (a) and (b)
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Answer :

[ B ] Plastic deformations in the slab are negligible
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