Practice AASHTO Classification - 2.1.4 | 2. Engineering Characteristics of Soils | Pavement Materials
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2.1.4 - AASHTO Classification

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are the seven groups in AASHTO classification?

💡 Hint: Think of the numbers in sequence.

Question 2

Easy

What is the purpose of soil classification?

💡 Hint: Consider what engineers need to know before building.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does AASHTO stand for?

  • American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
  • American Association of Soil Testing Officers
  • American Association of Structural Engineers

💡 Hint: Think about what the letters in the acronym represent.

Question 2

Group A-7 represents soils that are usually acceptable for construction.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the characteristics of different groups.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You have a soil sample categorized as A-6. Analyze the potential challenges this soil might pose for a highway project and suggest possible solutions.

💡 Hint: Consider both physical treatments and alternative materials.

Question 2

Compare and contrast the behaviors expected from A-2 and A-7 classified soils in terms of load support and moisture retention.

💡 Hint: Reflect on how differing plasticity levels can impact structural integrity.

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