Reinforcement and Concrete Mix Design Ratio Quiz

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As per IS 456:2000, what is the nominal concrete mix design ratio used during construction of the sill with M15 concrete strength?

1:1:2

1:2.23:2.12

1:2:4

1:1.5:3 (correct)

Why is the use of escalators very common at public places?

Only (i) and (iii)

All of (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

Only (i), (ii) and (iv) (correct)

Only (i) and (ii)

What does a California bearing ratio test apparatus consist of?

A mould of variable diameter with a base plate and a collar

A mould of fixed diameter with a base plate and a collar (correct)

A mould of variable diameter with no base plate or collar

A mould of fixed diameter with no base plate or collar

What is the process of establishing intermediate points on a survey line joining two stations in the field so that stations can be located accurately known as?

Interpolating Signup and view all the answers

In the context of doubly reinforced beams, which statement is INCORRECT?

The depth of the neutral axis of a doubly reinforced beam bears the same value as that a singly reinforced beam bears, for the given width and depth of the beam. Signup and view all the answers

Which method is used to determine the quantities of materials needed for concrete mix proportions?

Mix design Signup and view all the answers

In the long wall-short wall method for estimating the quantity of bricks in a wall, what does the long wall represent?

Length of the wall Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of using the long wall-short wall method in estimating brick quantities compared to other methods?

It requires fewer calculations Signup and view all the answers

When considering concrete mix proportions, what does the water-cement ratio primarily influence?

Strength of concrete Signup and view all the answers

In flooring work, lime concrete and cement concrete bedding is measured in ________.

Running metres Signup and view all the answers

Which component is contained in a relatively higher percentage in rapid hardening cement?

Tricalcium aluminate (C3A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is INCORRECT regarding deductions in brickwork?

Deduction made for every opening regardless of size Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the sideways movement of the rail under traffic?

Creep of the rail Signup and view all the answers

In concrete mix proportions, what does the term 'running metres' typically refer to?

Length measurement Signup and view all the answers

Which component is contained in a relatively higher percentage in slow setting cement?

Tricalcium silicate (C3S) Signup and view all the answers

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