A ____ is a structural member which projects beyond its support and is supported at only one end.
A) truss
B) suspension cable
C) cantilever
D) beam

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A cantilever is a structural member that extends beyond its support and is supported by a single point, unlike a beam that is supported by two points. Truss and suspension cable are also structural members, but they are not characterized by a single-point support. Therefore, the best choice for this definition is Option C) cantilever.

A ____ Is a Structural Member Which Projects Beyond Its