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When a thin cylindrical shell is subjected to an internal pressure, there will be

a decrease in diameter and length of the shell
an increase in diameter and decrease in length of the shell
a decrease in diameter and increase in length of the shell
an increase in diameter and length of the shell

Correct Answer: an increase in diameter and length of the shell

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