Q 37. A cubic casting of 50 mm side undergoes volumetric solidification shrinkage and
volumetric solid contraction of 4% and 6% respectively. No riser is used. Assume
uniform cooling in all directions. The side of the cube after solidification and
contraction is
(A) 48.32 mm
(B) 49.90 mm
(C) 49.94 mm
(D) 49.96 mm
Answer: (A)
Explanation:
