INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) Practice Exam

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Which type of strength helps in resisting fracture during bending?

Compressive
Tensile
Flexural
Shear

The correct answer is: Flexural

Flexural strength is the correct answer because it specifically relates to the ability to resist fracture during bending, also known as bending strength. Compressive strength (A) is the ability to resist being squeezed or compacted, and is more relevant for compression or crushing forces. Tensile strength (B) is the ability to resist being pulled or stretched, and is more relevant for pulling or stretching forces. Shear strength (D) is the ability to resist being cut or broken by opposing forces pushing in different directions, and is not directly related to bending. Therefore, flexural strength is the most appropriate type of strength for resisting fracture during bending.