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What was the ratio of cementitious materials in the concrete mixture?
What was the ratio of cementitious materials in the concrete mixture?
- 500 lb equally divided between cement and fly ash (correct)
- 300 lb of cement and 200 lb of fly ash
- 400 lb of cement and 100 lb of fly ash
- 600 lb of cement and 400 lb of fly ash
What was the purpose of adding a double dosage of chemical retarder?
What was the purpose of adding a double dosage of chemical retarder?
- To increase the slump of the concrete
- To reduce the temperature of the concrete
- To minimize slump losses and maintain workability (correct)
- To increase the strength of the concrete
What was the average slump loss during the 20-minute test?
What was the average slump loss during the 20-minute test?
- 1.08 in.
- 0.48 in.
- 0.68 in. (correct)
- 0.88 in.
What was the temperature range of the concrete during testing?
What was the temperature range of the concrete during testing?
What was the total number of slump tests performed?
What was the total number of slump tests performed?
Why was the precision data applicable to both metal and plastic molds?
Why was the precision data applicable to both metal and plastic molds?
What is the definition of 'same materials' in this context?
What is the definition of 'same materials' in this context?
What is the bias of this test method?
What is the bias of this test method?
What was the unit of measurement used to develop the precision statement?
What was the unit of measurement used to develop the precision statement?
What is the purpose of the retarder in the concrete mixture?
What is the purpose of the retarder in the concrete mixture?