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← HistoryWhich consequence occurred in timber framed ships when frames experienced differential Stresses?
A)Planking seams opened accelerating rot✓
B)Seawater intrusion caused increased weight
C)Insufficient bilge-pump cavitation resulted
D)Rudder control reduced maneuvering stability
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Fasteners weakened because differential swelling of the lumber caused Cyclic loading within joints. Excessive stress therefore accelerated fatigue failure of fasteners and planking seams rather than other structural members due to plank thinness.
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