ME REVIEWER ECI Part 5-9

Materials engineer
reviewer
(Part 5-9)
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Materials Engineer Reviewer Part 5
1. The fine-grained soils in the field can be identified through the use of simple visual and manual tests
except ______?
a) Water mobility
b) Dry Strength
c) Plasticity
d) Dry weight
2. The most basic criterion that can be applied for rejection of asphalt mixture delivered to the site is:
a) Asphalt content
b) Grading mixture
c) Temperature of mixture
d) All of the above
3. This is driven in order to determine the casting length of the piles.
a) Test pile
b) Bored pile
c) Sheet pile
d) Batter pile
4. Stone Mastic Asphalt shall be placed at a temperature not less than
a) 135 ˚C
b) 107 ˚C
c) 115 ˚C
d) 125 ˚C
5. What is the plasticity index of the soil having a liquid limit of 40 and plastic limit of 10?
a) 50
b) 42
c) 6
d) 30
6. In subbase construction a trial section of about _____ sq.m. shall be made for every type of
material/equipment/procedure proposed for use.
a) 2000
b) 1500
c) 1000
d) 500
7. What is the allowable mass percent air voids of bituminous mixture for Item 310?
a) 6 to 10 percent
b) 3 to 5 percent
c) 2 to 6 percent
d) 5 to 8 percent
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8. This is a test criterion for reinforced concrete pipe tested in a three-edge bearing test.
a) 0.3mm crack
b) 0.4mm crack
c) 0.5mm crack
d) 0.6mm crack
9. What should be done on the subbase course with existing moisture content of 10% higher than the
optimum moisture of the AASHTO T180 Method D?
a) Spread to the required loose thickness and compact.

b) Add water, spread to the required loose thickness, and compact.
c) Dry out to reduce moisture, spread to the required loose thickness and compact.
d) Spread to the required loose thickness.
10. The proper and accurate measurement of all the materials used in the production of concrete to ensure
uniformity of proportions and aggregate grading is called:
a) Quality control
b) Batching
c) Pumping
d) Design
11. What is the purpose of test pile?
a) To determine the required length

b) To determine the cross-sectional area of the pile
c) To determine the actual number of piles needed
d) none of the above
12. The smaller the value of the fineness modulus the:
a) Coarser the material

b) Finer the material
c) Lighter the material.
d) Drier the material
13. Which of the following is not required in the preparations of cement treated base?
a) Trial section
b) Compaction
c) Curing
d) Stability Test
14. Materials suitable for embankment shall have a plasticity index of not more than:
a) 12
b) 10
c) 8
d) 6
15. Embankment materials are classified as unsuitable materials if:

a) the natural moisture content is 50%
b) the liquid limit is 40%
c) the plasticity index is 60
d) the natural density is 1200 kg/m3
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16. Which of the following are the qualitative requirements for the reflectorized thermoplastic pavement
markings under the DPWH Standard Specifications?
a) Specific gravity and drying time

b) Bond Strength to Portland cement concrete after heating
c) Cracking resistance at low temperature after heating
d) All of the above
17. During testing of concrete cylinders in uniaxial compression, what will happen to the result of the test if the
rate of loading is rapid (i.e. way above the prescribed rate of loading)?
a) The computed compressive strength will be higher

b) The result will depend on the age of the specimen
c) Nothing - rate of loading has no bearing on the result of test
d) The computed compressive strength will be lower
18. If the pipes are fabricated in projects located in remote areas and it is impractical to send samples to
DPWH testing laboratory or any private testing laboratory for testing, what would you do if you are the
Materials Engineer?
a) Submit a field inspection report
b) Submit a mill certificate
c) Submit test results on concrete cylinder samples
d) a and c
19. Core test for concrete pavement thickness determination showed that three (3) out of nine (9) samples
taken failed to meet the thickness requirement. The deficiency in the average thickness of the cores is
more than 25mm. What will you do as Materials Engineer?
a) Reject the area represented by the failed core samples

b) Remove and replace the area represented by the failed core samples
c) Accept the section at an adjusted price due to thickness deficiency
d) Increase the thickness of the pavement
20. The sand used in the field density test in determining the volume of hole using sand cone method must
be clean, dry, and passing sieve number:
a) 10
b) 20
c) 30
d) 40
Jeremiah 29:11 NIV

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord,
plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
21. In performing a grading test on coarse aggregate for item 311, the mass percent passing the materials for
3” and 2 ½” sieve is 100%. What is the maximum size of the aggregates?
a) 3”
b) 2 ½”
c) Either a or b
d) None of the above
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22. Unconfined compressive strength test is usually performed on _____.
a) Sandy soils
b) Silty soils
c) Organic soils
d) Clayey soils
23. What is the compressive strength of a concrete cylinder sample (6”) that fails at 92,500 lb?
a) 3,270 psi
b) 3,400 psi
c) 3,520 psi
d) 3,650 psi
24. The minimum cement content per cubic meter of Seal Class of concrete in Structural Concrete is.
a) 364 kg (9.1 bags)

b) 440 kg (11 bags)
c) 380 (9.5 bags)
25. Compute the Fineness Modulus of Sand with Sieve Analysis data as follows:
Sieve Opening Cumulative %

Retained
12.5 mm (1/2”) 0
9.5 mm (3/8”) 0
4.75 mm (# 4) 4
2.36 mm (# 8) 35
1.18 mm (# 16) 40
0.60 mm (# 30) 70
0.33 mm (# 50) 80
0.15 mm (# 100) 95
0.75 (# 200) 98
a. 2.40
b. 2.88
c. 3.24
d. 3.67
26. In structural concrete, the maximum size of aggregates shall be _____.

a) Equal to the spacing of rebars
b) 2/3 of the spacing of the rebars
c) 1/2 of the spacing of the rebars
d) 3 times of the spacing of the rebars
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27. Sample for CBR test is soaked for ____ hours before subjecting it to penetration test.
a) 24
b) 48
c) 72
d) 96
28. The required strength of the concrete beam sample is at least ____ when tested by mid-point method.
a) 550 psi
b) 650 psi
c) 3,000 psi
d) 3,500 psi
29. The maximum height of reflectorized thermoplastic rumble strip.

a) 4 mm
b) 5 mm
c) 13 mm
d) 25 mm
30. The asphalt pavement represented by core shall not be accepted if the deficiency in density is more than:
a) 1%
b) 2%
c) 3%
d) 4%
31. The upper limit of grain sizes used for determining the Atterberg limits of soil is ____.
a) No. 10 sieve
b) No. 40 sieve
c) No. 140 sieve
d) No. 200 sieve
32. In the given data Liquid limit = 36 and Plastic limit = 6. What is the Plasticity Index?
a) 10
b) 30
c) 20
33. In item 514 – Shotcrete, what is the maximum layer thickness shotcrete application allowed per layer?
a) 25 mm
b) 50 mm
c) 75 mm
d) 100 mm
34. This permeable fabric which, in association with soil or embankment to separate, reinforce, and serves as
filler.
a) Stone masonry
b) Welded wire fabric
c) Geotextiles
d) Riprap
35. In concrete mixtures, which of the following is the dividing line between coarse and fine aggregates?
a) No. 16 (1.18 mm)
b) No. 8 (2.36 mm)
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c) No. 4 (4.75 mm)

36. Three cores taken from a pavement section poured on a single day were tested to have strength as
follows:
Core Strength
1 3,650
2 3,000
3 2,450
Average 3,033
If the required strength is 3,500 psi concrete and represented by these cores. As ME, what is your
judgement?
a) Maybe accepted subject to price adjustment
b) Is considered adequate.
c) Considered inadequate.
37. Slump test is the measure of workability of concrete mixture. Which is not the type of concrete slump?
a) Shear slump
b) Collapse slump
c) True slump
d) False slump
38. _______ is the limit where further loss of water due to evaporation will not result in reduction of volume.
a) Plastic limit
b) Liquid limit
c) Shrinkage limit
d) All of the above
39. What is the type of admixture that tends to reduce incidence of thermal cracking and maintains concrete
workability during large pours or long ready-mix hauls?
a) Water-reducing admixture
b) Air-entraining admixture
c) Accelerating admixture
d) Retarding water-reducing admixture
40. What is the strength of a beam sample tested at third point test with an applied force of 6850 lbs.
a) 550 psi
b) 570 psi
c) 600 psi
d) 625 psi
Matthew 6:33 NIV

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
41. What is the minimum temperature for Stone Mastic Asphalt?

a) 100 – 145 °C
b) 145 – 190 °C
c) 125 – 170 °C
d) 135 – 180 °C
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42. Excessive vibration of newly placed fresh concrete may result in:
a) Smooth surface finish
b) Well dense graded mix
c) Bleeding/laitance
d) Quick settlement
43. The SS designation in an emulsified asphalt means:

a) Single size
b) Soft solid
c) Slow setting
d) Soluble solid
44. The test conducted on a fully cured carbon fiber sheet (CFS) application to determine the adhesion to the
substrate is called:
a) Compressive strength test
b) Flexural strength test
c) Pull-off test
d) Bonding test
45. An asphalt pavement was assessed to have an International Roughness Value of 3.52 m/km. In
accordance to DPWH Department Order No. 137, series of 2016, the contractor:
a) Is entitled to received 100 % payment of the item cast
b) Is entitled to received 90 % payment of the item cast
c) Is entitled to received 70 % payment of the item cast
d) Will receive no payment
46. Compute the % variation in mass of a 19 mm diameter deformed steel bar with the following laboratory
test data:
Length of specimen, mm = 1,000
Mass of specimen, kg = 2.322
Nominal mass, kg/m = 2.235
Nominal area, mm2 = 284
What is the mass in variation of the sample?

a) 6.0 %
b) 3.0 %
c) 4.0 %
47. The sieving process (grain size) does not provide information on:
a) Shape of the soil grains
b) Distribution of the grain sizes
c) Soil classification
d) Both a and c
48. How much is the required lapped length of splices of reinforcing bar as per Item 404 when the splice type
is compression, and the reinforcement grade is 60?
a) 20 bar diameters
b) 24 bar diameters
c) 12 bar diameters
d) 36 bar diameters
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49. Unless specified, non-shrink grout shall be placed when in contact with water at ____.
a) 15 minutes
b) 30 minutes
c) 45 minutes
d) 60 minutes
50. In a stockpile of soil aggregates, where is the proper location of sampling?

a) Bottom, middle and top
b) Bottom only
c) Bottom and top only
d) Middle part
51. The following are the result of CHB Load bearing compression test:
Width = 150 mm
Length = 394 mm
Height = 194 mm
Axial load = 52.30 lbs
What is the compressive strength?

a) 2.8 MPa
b) 3.9 MPa
c) 4.2 MPa
52. As much as possible, placement of reflectorized thermoplastic rumble strips shall be limited to the
following locations except:
a) Pedestrian crossing
b) Bicycle routes
c) Residential areas
d) Urban areas
53. Which of the following is considered as suitable embankment material?

a) Highly organic material
b) Moisture content exceeds 100 %
c) Cannot be compacted
54. What is the yield point and tensile strength of 16 mm diameter deformed steel bar with the following data?
Nominal mass = 1,552 kg/m3
Nominal area = 199 mm2
Yield point load = 15,900 lbs
Tensile load = 20,800 lbs
a) 250 MPa and 490 MPa

b) 355 MPa and 465 MPa
c) 380 MPa and 510 MPa
55. Moisture content of straw mats and coconut mats:

a) 10 %
b) 15 %
c) 20 %
d) 25 %
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56. Which of the following is not included in rolling requirements during compaction?
a) Breakdown rolling
b) Primary rolling
c) Intermediate rolling
d) Final rolling
57. In the quality control test for an asphalt, this determines the index retained strength of the mix.
a) Immersion-compression test
b) CBR
c) Abrasion test
d) Marshall stability test
58. Lower penetration indicates what consistency?

a) Hard consistency
b) Soft consistency
c) Lighter consistency
d) Drier consistency
59. Painting a 3-storey building requires 330 gallons of paint. 190 gallons of which are latex and 140 gallons
are flat enamel. How many gallons of paint must be submitted for quality test?
a) 1 gallon each
b) 2 gallon each
c) 3 gallon each
d) 4 gallon each
60. Which of the following is a result of improper compaction of an embankment material?

a) Minimize compressibility
b) Decrease soil permeability
c) Increase shear strength and soil stability
d) Decrease voids spaces
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61. What is the required compressive strength of concrete under Item 406, Prestressed Concrete Structures
of the DPWH Specifications?
a) 25 MPa
b) 30 MPa
c) 20 MPa
d) 28 MPa
62. Determine the degree of compaction.
Field density data

Weight of materials taken from hole = 4.780 kg
Weight of sand to fill hole = 3.550 kg
Volume of hole = 0.0028 m3
Wet unit weight = 1,750 kg/m3
Dry unit weight = 1,420 kg/m3
Laboratory Data
Maximum Dry Density = 1,856 kg/m3
Optimum Moisture Content = 8.01 %
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a) 77 %
b) 60 %
c) 95 %
d) 105 %
63. What class of concrete and range of slump will you use in concreting thin reinforced section, railings,
precast RC piles and cribbing?
a) Class A with slump 2” – 4”

b) Class B with slump 2” – 4”
c) Class C with slump 2” – 4”
d) Class P with slump 2” – 4”
64. Which of the following is not commonly used as a measure of the hardness of concrete?
a) Soundness test
b) Los Angeles abrasion test
c) Fractured face test
d) Petrographic test
65. In Item 514, Shotcrete shall have a minimum compressive strength of ____ at 28 days?
a) 24 MPa
b) 25 MPa
c) 28 MPa
d) 32 MPa
66. The sand used in the field density test in determining the volume of hole using sand cone method must be
clean, dry and passing sieve number ____.
a) 30
b) 40
c) 200
d) 10
67. What is the basis of rejection or acceptance of any construction materials?
a) Certificate of billing
b) Materials test report
c) Statement of work accomplishment
d) Work schedule
68. What is the ideal specific gravity of Portland Cement?
a) 3.00
b) 3.05
c) 3.10
d) 3.15
69. A new technology used in the non-destructive testing of the quality and strength of concrete is through
a/an:
a) Nuclear density gauge

b) Geiger counter
c) Ground radar
d) Ultrasonic testing
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70. Consolidation test usually performed on samples.
a) Disturbed
b) Undisturbed
c) Consolidated
71. How many spheres used in abrasion test in grading B?
a) 8 spheres
b) 11 spheres
c) 10 spheres
d) 7 spheres
72. In Marshall stability test, what happens to the air voids when asphalt increases?
a) Increase
b) Decrease
c) Remains constant
d) Either a and b
73. Bituminous mixture shall have a minimum dry compressive strength of _____?
a) 100 psi
b) 200 psi
c) 300 psi
d) 400 psi
74. Which of the following tests cannot be performed on disturbed samples from soil exploration?
a) Grading test
b) Quantity of organic matter determination
c) Consolidation test
d) Liquid and plastic limit test
75. If the bulk specific gravity of a bituminous mix is 2.342 and the dry stability is 3000 lbs, what is its index of
retained strength if its wet stability of a soil is 2400 lbs?
a) 34 %
b) 53 %
c) 80 %
d) 127 %
76. Undersized reinforcing steel bars that satisfying tensile and elongation requirement may be accepted
provided that its underweight does not exceed?
a) 3%
b) 5%
c) 6%
d) 10 %
77. What is the use of spot test?
a) To determine overheating of asphalt during manufacturing

b) To determine overheating of asphalt during construction
c) To determine amount of spot per volume
d) To determine amount of spot per area
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78. It is the method used in determining the strength of concrete pipes.
a) Third point loading

b) Mid-span loading
c) Three-edge bearing test
d) Loading station
79. Samples of aggregate base course materials when tested for quality passed the requirements except
grading, what will you recommend as ME?
a) Eject the material

b) Replace the material
c) Accept the material at an adjusted price
d) Reprocess the material by blending
80. Which of the following test is used to confirm the grade of reinforcing steel bars or / used to classify steel
bars into grade?
a) Tensile strength
b) Yield strength
c) Elongation
d) Necking
Mark 11:24
Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have receive it, and it will be yours.
81. Which of the following is acceptable to use to bring down the temperature of the concrete mix?
a) Add crushed ice to the mix

b) Sprinkle water to the aggregates
c) Use chilled water for the mix
d) All of the above
82. Which is not a type of Mineral Admixture for concrete?
a) Alumina
b) Volcanic Ash
c) Silica Fume
d) Fly Ash
83. Laboratory report revealed that the asphalt cement used in the asphalt mix was more than what was
required by the job mix. Which of the following will most likely occur?
a) Slippage Cracking
b) Shoving
c) Raveling
d) Upheaval
84. Atterberg’s limit test are conducted to determine whether the materials passing No. 200 sieve has the
characteristics of a clay or silt. It is also use to determine the plasticity index. Considering these, which of
the following statement is true?
a) Higher plasticity index indicates higher degree of compressibility and higher permeability
b) Higher plasticity index indicates lower degree of compressibility and lower permeability
c) Higher plasticity index indicates higher degree of compressibility and lower permeability
d) Higher plasticity index indicates lower degree of compressibility and higher permeability
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85. Given:
Weight of dry aggregate = 950 grams
Weight of Asphalt = 50 grams
What is the percent of asphalt by weight of total mix?
a) 5
b) 5.26
c) 5.55
d) 6
86. The rate of loading of the machine will somehow affect the strength of material being tested. The rate of
loading that must be observed when testing concrete cylinder specimen is ___.
a) 20-50 psi/sec
b) 10-60 psi/sec
c) 40-70 psi/sec
d) 10-20 psi/sec
87. The maximum percentage abrasion loss allowed for asphalt paving coarse aggregate is
a) 30 %
b) 40 %
c) 50 %
d) 60 %
88. Splicing in the same cross-section must not exceed ____ of the bars, except as shown on plans.
a) 1/3
b) 2/3
c) 1/4
d) 3/4
89. The spacing for reflectorized thermoplastic rumble strip shall be ___?
a) 50 mm – 350 mm
b) 100 mm – 400 mm
c) 200 mm – 500 mm
d) 250 mm – 550 mm
90. Which of the following is the thinnest and most fluid grade of medium cutback asphalt?
a) MC-30
b) MC-70
c) MC-250
d) MC-800
91. Quality of factory-produced reinforced concrete pipes may be best established through ___?
a) Engineers Certificate
b) Inspection Report
c) Test of concrete cylinder samples
d) Test of concrete pipe sample
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92. In mixing concrete, water may be measured either by volume or by weight, the accuracy of measuring
water shall be within a range of ____.
a) 1 % max
b) 1 % min
c) 0.1 %
93. As estimated 15,500 units of corrugated GI sheets will be used in the construction of resettlement housing
project. How many quality test are you going to prepare?
a) 9 QT
b) 10 QT
c) 13 QT
94. When cement is placed in contact with moist aggregates, batches will be rejected unless mixed within
____ hours of such contact.
a) 1/2
b) 1
c) 1-1/2
d) 2
95. In metal structures, the minimum number of rivets/bolts for testing purpose is ___?
a) 2 pcs
b) 3 pcs
c) 4 pcs
d) 5 pcs
96. It is a condition applied to hot-mixed asphalt (HMA) wherein separation of bitumen film form the aggregate
surface primarily due to the action of moisture and moisture vapor.
a) Rutting
b) Bonding
c) Overheating
d) Stripping
97. DPWH adopts ___ which is the “Standard Practice for selecting Proportion of Normal, Heavy weight and
Mass concrete.
a) ACI 211.1
b) ACI 211.2
c) ACI 211.3
d) ACI 211.4
98. What is the required number of blows for each side of the specimen for heavy traffic in the Marshall
Method of Design?
a) 35
b) 50
c) 75
d) 90
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99. How many concrete hollow block units are required for every 10,000 units that are to be used for 1 quality
test?
a) 3
b) 6
c) 8
d) 12
100. The proportion mix of mortar for stone masonry shall be:
a) 1 part cement to 2 parts sand

b) 1 part cement to 3 parts sand
c) 1 part cement to 4 parts sand
d) 1 part cement to 1 parts sand
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ANSWERS
PAR 5 PART 6 PART 7 PART 8 PART 9

1. D 21. B 41. D 61. 37.7 MPa* 81. D
2. C 22. D 42. C 62. A 82. A
3. A 23. A 43. C 63. C 83. B
4. A 24. C 44. C 64. D 84. C
5. D 25. C 45. D 65. C 85. A
6. D 26. B 46. C 66. D 86. A
7. B 27. D 47. A 67. B 87. B
8. A 28. B 48. B 68. D 88. A
9. C 29. C 49. D 69. D 89. C
10. B 30. B 50. A 70. B 90. A
11. A & C 31. B 51. B 71. B 91. D
12. B 32. B 52. D 72. B 92. A
13. D 33. B 53. D 73. B 93. D
14. All suitable 34. C 54. B 74. C 94. C
15. C 35. C 55. C 75. C 95. D
16. D 36. C 56. B 76. C 96. D
17. A 37. D 57. A 77. A 97. A
18. D 38. C 58. A 78. C 98. C
19. B 39. D 59. B 79. D 99. B
20. A 40. B 60. D 80. B 100. A
*Notes on Question 61
ITEM 406 – PRESTRESSED CONCRETE STRUCTURES

406.2 Material Requirements
406.2.1 Concrete and Grout
The concrete shall be Class P as shown in Table 405.2, unless otherwise shown on the Plans or specified in the Special Provisions.
Table 405.2
* Original Author of Question 61 may refer to compressive test prior to pre-tensioning in which 28 MPa is on the answer choices.
Item 406.3.7 Pretensioning

No bond stress shall be transferred to the concrete, nor end anchorages released until the concrete has attained a compressive
strength, as shown by cylinder tests, of at least 28 MPa unless otherwise specified.
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Psalms 37:4 ESV

Materials Engineer Reviewer Part 5

3. This is driven in order to determine the casting length of the piles.

4. Stone Mastic Asphalt shall be placed at a temperature not less than

a) Spread to the required loose thickness and compact.

11. What is the purpose of test pile?

a) To determine the required length

12. The smaller the value of the fineness modulus the:

a) Coarser the material

15. Embankment materials are classified as unsuitable materials if:

a) Specific gravity and drying time

a) The computed compressive strength will be higher

a) Reject the area represented by the failed core samples

Jeremiah 29:11 NIV

Materials Engineer Reviewer Part 6

22. Unconfined compressive strength test is usually performed on _____.

a) 364 kg (9.1 bags)

Sieve Opening Cumulative %

26. In structural concrete, the maximum size of aggregates shall be _____.

29. The maximum height of reflectorized thermoplastic rumble strip.

c) No. 4 (4.75 mm)

Matthew 6:33 NIV

Materials Engineer Reviewer Part 7

41. What is the minimum temperature for Stone Mastic Asphalt?

43. The SS designation in an emulsified asphalt means:

What is the mass in variation of the sample?

50. In a stockpile of soil aggregates, where is the proper location of sampling?

What is the compressive strength?

53. Which of the following is considered as suitable embankment material?

a) 250 MPa and 490 MPa

55. Moisture content of straw mats and coconut mats:

58. Lower penetration indicates what consistency?

60. Which of the following is a result of improper compaction of an embankment material?

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Materials Engineer Reviewer Part 8

62. Determine the degree of compaction.

Field density data

a) Class A with slump 2” – 4”

67. What is the basis of rejection or acceptance of any construction materials?

68. What is the ideal specific gravity of Portland Cement?

a) Nuclear density gauge

70. Consolidation test usually performed on samples.

71. How many spheres used in abrasion test in grading B?

77. What is the use of spot test?

a) To determine overheating of asphalt during manufacturing

78. It is the method used in determining the strength of concrete pipes.

a) Third point loading

a) Eject the material

Materials Engineer Reviewer Part 9

a) Add crushed ice to the mix

82. Which is not a type of Mineral Admixture for concrete?

a) 1 part cement to 2 parts sand

PAR 5 PART 6 PART 7 PART 8 PART 9

ITEM 406 – PRESTRESSED CONCRETE STRUCTURES

Item 406.3.7 Pretensioning

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