Question 9 / 40:  Which of the following statements best describes finite element analysis?
A  It is a numerical method for inverting a matrix or tensor.
B  It is a computational technique for solving for stress as a function of strain.
C  It is a modeling technique limited to a finite number of engineering pieces.
D  It is a useful numerical method limited to linear differential equations.
E  It is a numerical method for approximating solutions to differential and other equations.
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Explanation:

Finite element analysis is a numerical technique for approximately solving equations. Exact compliance with the governing equations is required only at a finite number of nodes. Other values are interpolated. You may refer to the reading for sub-subunit 3.2.3 for additional information.

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Attribution:  Stephanie Redfern, Ranjeet (Ron) Agarwala, and Dr. Steve Gibbs. Mechanics I. The Saylor Academy 2014, http://www.saylor.org/courses/me102/
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