reduction of area with the elastic deformation?

In the tensile test practical for ductile materials, up to the elastic limit, the deformation is recoverable (no line defects).



My question is can there be a reduction of area with the elastic deformation?



If yes, how it happens?



I'm a beginner. Thank you!

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