If the major (σ1) and minor (σ3) principal stresses for a rock element have a relationship as σ3 = −\(\frac{1}{2}\) σ1, the maximum shear stress is expressed by
- \(\frac{4}{3}\) σ1
- \(\frac{3}{4}\) σ1
- \(\frac{1}{2}\) σ1
- \(\frac{1}{4}\) σ1
The Correct Option is B
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