1.1 - Introduction
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Practice Questions
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What is soil modification?
💡 Hint: Think about the initial phases of construction.
Define mechanical stabilization.
💡 Hint: Focus on how we change soil for better performance.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary goal of soil modification?
💡 Hint: Consider the initial steps in construction.
Is soil stabilization considered during the pavement design process?
💡 Hint: Think about how we integrate improvements into planning.
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Challenge Problems
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You have a construction project in an area with weak clay soils. What steps would you recommend for soil stabilization before starting?
💡 Hint: Think about the sequence of treatments that provide a reliable base.
A proposed road has been tested and shows a CBR value of 1.5. Discuss the implications for soil stabilization.
💡 Hint: Focus on what options improve weak soil conditions effectively.
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