A uniform plank of Young’s modulus $Y $ is moved over a smooth horizontal surface by a constant horizontal force $F.$ The area of cross section of the plank is $A.$ The compressive strain on the plank in the direction of the force is
  • A$F/AY$
  • B$2F/AY$
  • C$\frac{1}{2}(F/AY)$
  • D$3F/AY$
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