Once cracking from LME has occurred, grinding out the affected area ______ an acceptable fix.
A) Is
B) Is not
C) Can be
D) Can not be

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Grinding out the affected area is not an acceptable fix for cracking from LME because it can weaken the structure and potentially introduce further stress concentration points, leading to further cracking. The best solution is to prevent LME from occurring in the first place, by controlling the cooling rate and using appropriate heat treatment processes.

Once Cracking from LME Has Occurred, Grinding Out the Affected