Deformation of a Loaded Axial Beam

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The discussion centers on the deformation of a loaded axial beam, where the user calculates the deflection using the formula δ = PL/AE. The initial calculation yields a deflection of 0.1091 mm, but the expected answer is 0.01819 mm. The user suspects an error in determining the reference points for the deflection, indicating a possible misunderstanding of the relative movements between points A, B, and C. Clarification is sought on the correct approach to find the deflection relative to the appropriate points. Accurate identification of reference points is crucial for solving beam deformation problems.
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This is my work for part (a):

\delta = \frac{PL}{AE}

\delta = \frac{(6*10^3 N)(0.4 m)}{(70*10^9 Pa)(\frac{\pi}{4})(0.02^2 m)}

\delta = 0.1091 mm

However, the solution for this is actually 0.01819 mm. Where did I go wrong?
 
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I think you have found the movement of A relative to B. I expect the answer is the movement of A relative to C.
 
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