Which consequence results when a ship's timber surpasses the elastic limit?

💡 Explanation

Progressive structural failure occurs because exceeding the timber's elastic limit induces plastic deformation, leading to permanent bending under load, rather than returning to its original shape. Therefore failure occurs rather than elastic behavior under stress.

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