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What is the purpose of adding chemicals to concrete?
What is the purpose of adding chemicals to concrete?
- To make it harder
- To make it easier to mix
- To make it more flexible
- To give it special properties (correct)
What is a coped connection used for?
What is a coped connection used for?
- To align the top edges of a beam (correct)
- To connect the webs of wide flange sections together
- To remove rust and corrosion from metal
- To create a desired shape when a member or structure is loaded
What is the purpose of sand in a class A concrete mixture?
What is the purpose of sand in a class A concrete mixture?
- To provide a smooth finish (correct)
- To give it special properties
- To make it easier to mix
- To make it harder
What is the purpose of a seated connection?
What is the purpose of a seated connection?
What is the purpose of a toe kick in a cabinet?
What is the purpose of a toe kick in a cabinet?
What is a possible solution when ground bearing capacity is low and heavy columns are closely spaced?
What is a possible solution when ground bearing capacity is low and heavy columns are closely spaced?
What is the rule of thumb for the area that may be carried by a column?
What is the rule of thumb for the area that may be carried by a column?
What is a possible foundation solution for a sloping site with minimal excavation?
What is a possible foundation solution for a sloping site with minimal excavation?
What is a continuous strip of concrete supporting a continuous wall carrying a uniformly distributed load called?
What is a continuous strip of concrete supporting a continuous wall carrying a uniformly distributed load called?
What are the factors that affect the strength of concrete?
What are the factors that affect the strength of concrete?
What is the purpose of cambering beams and slabs in construction?
What is the purpose of cambering beams and slabs in construction?
What is a possible solution for supporting an entire heavy structure on weak soil?
What is a possible solution for supporting an entire heavy structure on weak soil?
What is a possible cause of a structural failure in a member under compression with short length?
What is a possible cause of a structural failure in a member under compression with short length?
What are some ways to increase the strength of concrete?
What are some ways to increase the strength of concrete?