$Assertion :$ Stress is the internal force per unitarea of a body.
$Reason :$ Rubber is more elastic than steel.
AIIMS 2002, Easy
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Stress is internal force (restoring force) developed within the body of the object. Since it is easier to stretch rubber so it is less stressful and therefore less elastic.
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