Practice Coefficient of Variation (CV) - 4.2 | 20. Acceptability Criteria in Concrete Mix Design | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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4.2 - Coefficient of Variation (CV)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the formula for calculating the Coefficient of Variation (CV)?

💡 Hint: Think about how we compare variability to the mean.

Question 2

Easy

What does a high Coefficient of Variation indicate?

💡 Hint: Consider what consistency means in a mix.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is Coefficient of Variation used to measure in concrete?

  • Mix Quality
  • Mix Cost
  • Weather Effects

💡 Hint: Think about what variance implies in structural contexts.

Question 2

True or False: A lower CV is preferable in concrete mix design.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about safety and reliability when considering strength.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A construction company tests a batch of concrete with compressive strengths of 35, 38, 33, 36, and 37 MPa. Analyze the batch by calculating the CV and discuss what the finding implies.

💡 Hint: Don't forget to calculate the mean first!

Question 2

Discuss how a construction team might address an unexpectedly high CV in their concrete mix. What strategies might they develop?

💡 Hint: Consider internal and external factors affecting the mix.

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