How does cast iron compare to mild steel in terms of compressive and tensile strengths?

Building Materials and Construction MCQs for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, and Pakistan government job tests. Select an option below, then read the explanation.

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Published
11 Jan 2019
Last updated
28 May 2026

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Explanation

Cast iron is known for its high compressive strength but has relatively low tensile strength when compared to mild steel, making option D the correct choice.

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