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Which consequence results when differential expansion stresses rivets beyond yield strength in longships?

A)Sheathing plank detachment increases steadily
B)Rope rigging fraying becomes catastrophic
C)Sail cloth tearing initiates rapidly
D)Hull twisting prevents further travel

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Sheathing detachment increases because differential thermal expansion induces thermal stress; beyond the fasteners' yield strength, plastic deformation via RATCHETING occurs, causing loosening. Therefore, planking separates rather than rigging fraying, sail tears, or immediate hull twisting due to incremental, repetitive failures.

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