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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What is meant by the term 'Target Performance Specification'?
💡 Hint: Think about what standards we set for the concrete's performance.
Question 2
Easy
Name one benefit of using Supplementary Cementitious Materials in concrete.
💡 Hint: Consider the context of improving concrete's longevity.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the typical water-binder ratio for High Performance Concrete?
- 0.45-0.50
- 0.30-0.35
- 0.20-0.25
💡 Hint: Lower values lead to higher concrete integrity.
Question 2
True or False: The use of trial mixes is unnecessary in HPC design.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Consider how real-world testing helps confirm initial designs.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Calculate the required amount of water if a mixture has a total binder content of 500 kg/m³ with a w/b ratio of 0.30.
💡 Hint: Use the formula for water-binder ratio.
Question 2
Critique a proposed concrete mix that includes a very high water-binder ratio of 0.50 for an HPC application. What potential issues could this pose?
💡 Hint: Consider the balance of strength and permeability when evaluating.
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