Which of the following is true for elastic potential energy density?

  • A
    Energy density $= \frac{1}{2} \times \text{strain} \times \text{stress}$
  • B
    Energy density $= (\text{strain})^2 \times \text{volume}$
  • C
    Energy density $= (\text{strain}) \times \text{volume}$
  • D
    Energy density $= (\text{strain}) \times \text{stress}$

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$(II)$ The elastic potential energy stored in the wire is $Mgl$.
$(III)$ The elastic potential energy stored in the wire is $\frac{1}{2} Mgl$.
$(IV)$ The heat produced is $\frac{1}{2} Mgl$.
Which of the following statements are correct?

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