An Elastomeric Bearing Pad Is Subjected to a Shear Force $1.0 \mathrm { MPa }$

Multiple Choice

An elastomeric bearing pad is subjected to a shear force V during a static loading test. The pad has dimensions a = 150 mm and b = 225 mm, and thickness t = 55 mm. The lateral displacement of the top plate with respect to the Bottom plate is 14 mm under a load P = 16 kN. The shear modulus of elasticity G of the elastomer is approximately:

A) $1.0 \mathrm { MPa }$
B) $1.5 \mathrm { MPa }$
C) $1.7 \mathrm { MPa }$
D) $1.9 \mathrm { MPa }$