Step 1: Concept Solid-state welding processes produce joining at temperatures below the melting point of the base metals.
Step 2: Meaning Fusion welding (like Arc welding) requires the metals to melt and mix together. Solid-state welding uses pressure and/or friction to bond the surfaces.
Step 3: Analysis GTAW and Submerged Arc are fusion processes. Resistance welding involves localized melting. Friction welding joins metals through mechanical friction and pressure without reaching the melting point.
Step 4: Conclusion Thus, friction welding is the correct example of a solid-state joining process.
Final Answer: (C)