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What is the primary purpose of Construction Materials and Testing in civil engineering?
What is the primary purpose of Construction Materials and Testing in civil engineering?
- To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of construction materials
- To determine the reliability and suitability of construction materials (correct)
- To ensure compliance with building codes and regulations
- To assess the environmental impact of construction materials
Which of the following is NOT a type of mechanical testing for construction materials?
Which of the following is NOT a type of mechanical testing for construction materials?
- Radiographic testing (correct)
- Hardness testing
- Toughness testing
- Yield strength testing
What property of a material is measured by its ability to be stretched into a wire?
What property of a material is measured by its ability to be stretched into a wire?
- Toughness
- Ductility (correct)
- Plasticity
- Brittleness
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a brittle material?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a brittle material?
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What is the purpose of non-destructive testing (NDT) in construction materials evaluation?
What is the purpose of non-destructive testing (NDT) in construction materials evaluation?
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Which of the following is an example of a non-destructive testing (NDT) method for concrete?
Which of the following is an example of a non-destructive testing (NDT) method for concrete?
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