$A$ square aluminium (shear modulus is $25 \times 10^{9} \, N m^{-2}$) slab of side $60 \, cm$ and thickness $15 \, cm$ is subjected to a shearing force (on its narrow face) of $18.0 \times 10^{4} \, N$. The lower edge is riveted to the floor. The displacement of the upper edge is $....... \mu m$.

  • A
    $24$
  • B
    $12$
  • C
    $48$
  • D
    $96$

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