Practice Test Specimens - 2.4 | 11. Compressive Strength Test | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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Question 1 Easy

What does the compressive strength test measure?

💡 Hint: Think about the load-bearing capacity.

Question 2 Easy

What shape are the specimens used for compressive strength tests?

💡 Hint: Recall the dimensions we discussed.

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Question 1

What does the compressive strength test measure?

Maximum load before failure
Minimum load a beam can carry
Tensile strength

💡 Hint: Focus on what happens when concrete fails.

Question 2

True or False: The bond strength test is crucial for load transfer between concrete and steel.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the function of reinforcing steel.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Considering that a concrete cylinder has a diameter of 150 mm and a length of 300 mm, calculate the tensile strength if the load at failure is 50 kN.

💡 Hint: Make sure to convert units where necessary.

Challenge 2 Hard

A beam with dimensions 150 mm x 150 mm x 700 mm failed under a load of 30 kN. Calculate the flexural strength using third-point loading.

💡 Hint: Remember to use the right dimensions for width and height.

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