3.1 - Objective
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary objective of the compressive strength test?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you apply too much force.
What type of specimens are used for tensile strength tests?
💡 Hint: Remember the shape used in the split-tensile test.
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What is the main objective of the compressive strength test?
💡 Hint: Think about what the test measures directly.
True or False: Flexural strength tests are primarily concerned with bending resistance.
💡 Hint: Consider the applications of concrete in structures like beams.
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Given the dimensions of a concrete cube 150 mm on each side, calculate its compressive strength if it bears a maximum load of 450 kN before failure.
💡 Hint: Remember to convert kN to N and mm² when needed.
A structural beam has a span length of 700 mm, width of 150 mm, depth of 200 mm, and it fails at a load of 12 kN under center-point loading. Calculate its flexural strength.
💡 Hint: Make sure to focus on using consistent units throughout.
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