After pre-stressing process is completed, a loss of stress is due to
A)Shrinkage of concrete
B)Elastic shortening of concrete
C)Creep of concrete
D)All the above

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After the pre-stressing process is completed, a loss of stress occurs due to shrinkage of concrete, elastic shortening of concrete, and creep of concrete. These factors collectively contribute to the reduction in pre-stress over time.

After Pre-Stressing Process Is Completed, a Loss of Stress Is