2.8.3 - Effects on Pavements
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Practice Questions
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What happens to expansive soils when they get wet?
💡 Hint: Think about the reaction of soils to moisture.
Name one issue that can arise from pavement surface deformation.
💡 Hint: Consider the types of visible damage in pavement.
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What is the cause of cracking in pavements supported by expansive soils?
💡 Hint: What happens to the soil when it absorbs water?
Rutting can lead to which of the following problems?
💡 Hint: Think about how the pavement surface changes under load.
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Assess the impact of utilizing lime stabilization on a new pavement project situated over expansive soils. Discuss pros, cons, and long-term benefits.
💡 Hint: Consider the trade-off between initial investment and future savings.
Design a maintenance strategy for a highway that frequently experiences cracking and rutting due to expansive subgrade conditions.
💡 Hint: Think about both preventative actions and responsive plans.
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