Practice Creep and Shrinkage - 21.4.6 | 21. Special Concrete and Concreting Methods – Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (FRC) | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define creep in the context of concrete.

💡 Hint: Think about changes that happen over time.

Question 2

Easy

What is plastic shrinkage?

💡 Hint: Focus on the timing after pouring.

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Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What is creep in concrete?

  • Immediate change in shape
  • Long-term deformation under load
  • Quality of concrete material

💡 Hint: Recall our definition of creep.

Question 2

True or False: Plastic shrinkage occurs after the concrete has set.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about when cracks can first appear.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a concrete beam subjected to a constant load. Over time, how might the effects of creep influence the design of the beam?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to the beam over time.

Question 2

You are tasked with designing a new pavement using FRC. What strategies would you implement to minimize plastic shrinkage cracking, and why?

💡 Hint: Consider both material choice and environmental factors.

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