Select the correct answer (s): Which of the following will result in a weaker/less stiff composite? Question 1 options: Use of short fibers rather to long fibers Addition of more fibers A poor bond between fiber and matrix none of the above all of the above
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- Long fibers provide better load transfer and reinforcement compared to short fibers. - Short fibers result in less effective stress transfer and thus a weaker, less stiff composite. Show more…
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