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17.5.7 - Step 7: Trial Mixes and Adjustments

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a trial mix?

💡 Hint: Think about why we prepare a batch before the final mix.

Question 2

Easy

Why is flexural strength important?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when concrete is loaded.

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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 first action to take after conducting trial mix tests?

  • Adjust the mix
  • Document the results
  • Prepare another trial

💡 Hint: Think about which step ensures we can replicate success.

Question 2

True or False: Only flexural strength is important in trial mixes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the tests we conduct on trial mixes.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A trial mix resulted in a flexural strength of only 3 MPa when the target was 4.5 MPa. Outline the steps you would take to adjust the mix to achieve the desired strength.

💡 Hint: Look at each element of the mix and think about how changing each could impact strength.

Question 2

You have recorded that a batch has too much workability but passes flexural strength tests. How would you adjust the mix to find a balance?

💡 Hint: Identify components that enhance workability and consider their impacts when adjusting.

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