The dimensional formula for the modulus of rigidity is

  • A
    $M L^2 T^{-2}$
  • B
    $M L^{-1} T^{-3}$
  • C
    $M L^{-2} T^{-2}$
  • D
    $M L^{-1} T^{-2}$

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