Metallurgical Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) Study Guide: Question #42

It Is the Policy of The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) to Encourage the Professional Registration of Metallurgical Engineers.
The CS series of bridges feature low-maintenance grated decks, and are intended for use throughout the United States. Of the following alloys, which is best suited for this application (consider exposure to road deicing salts):

(A)	403 stainless steel
(B)	1030 steel (uncoated)
(C)	446 stainless steel, slow-cooled from 475°C
(D)	434 stainless steel

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