Dimensional Analysis: The distance d through which a beam of length L is deflected when it is subjected to a fixed load may be described by the relationship d = RL2. What are the SI units of the constant R?

A. m3
B. m2
C. m
D. m-1
E. R is dimensionless


Answer: D

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