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1.5 - Conformance with Standards

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does IS stand for in IS 456:2000?

💡 Hint: Think about the country and organization behind these standards.

Question 2 Easy

Name one standard for testing fresh concrete.

💡 Hint: Consider which standard focuses on properties right after mixing.

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Question 1

What does IS 456:2000 regulate?

Material specifications
Testing methods
Both A and B

💡 Hint: Think about both construction and testing.

Question 2

True or False: IS 516 tests only fresh concrete.

True
False

💡 Hint: Focus on the stage of concrete the standard applies to.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are tasked to evaluate a concrete mix that has shown inconsistencies during testing. The compressive strength tests yield results below what IS 516 mandates. Outline a comprehensive plan for how you would address this issue.

💡 Hint: Think about methods of quality control and testing that can help identify the problems.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss the importance of real-time adherence to IS standards during concrete pouring at a large construction site. How would you implement and ensure compliance?

💡 Hint: Consider the layers of responsibility and technology that can assist in monitoring.

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