What is the maximum deflection at the free end of a cantilever beam of length L, subjected to a load W, with flexural rigidity EI?

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17 Jan 2019
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The maximum deflection at the free end of a cantilever beam loaded with a force W is given by (WL³) / (3EI). Options A and B incorrectly use L squared instead of L cubed, and option C uses an incorrect denominator.

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