Practice Sub-base (16.4.2) - Cement Concrete for Pavement Construction
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Question 1 Easy

What is the typical thickness range of a sub-base?

💡 Hint: Think about the units typically used in construction.

Question 2 Easy

Which materials may be used for a sub-base?

💡 Hint: Consider materials that provide good support and drainage.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the sub-base in pavement construction?

A) Aesthetic reasons
B) Load transfer and support
C) Surface finishing

💡 Hint: Think about the structural role of the sub-base.

Question 2

The typical thickness of a sub-base can range from __ mm to __ mm.

💡 Hint: Recall the numbers we discussed in class.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A construction project requires a sub-base thickness of 125 mm over a 200 m² area. Calculate the total volume of material needed. How might insufficient thickness affect the pavement?

💡 Hint: Be careful with unit conversions!

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the impact of using granular material versus lean concrete for a heavy traffic road. What considerations should be made?

💡 Hint: Think about the specific needs of high traffic scenarios.

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