Practice - Subbase and Base Course
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of the subbase in pavement construction?
💡 Hint: Think about the layer under the base course.
How does compaction affect the durability of pavement?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to air voids in the soil.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What is the primary purpose of compaction in the subbase and base course?
💡 Hint: Think about why reducing air in the soil is important.
True or False: A properly compacted subbase will help mitigate future pavement cracking.
💡 Hint: Recall how stability is achieved.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a small pavement section and describe how you would ensure proper compaction of the subbase and base layers.
💡 Hint: Think about the tools and techniques you would use.
You observe pavement distress in a recently constructed road with inadequate compaction. Analyze the contributing factors and propose a plan for remediation.
💡 Hint: Consider both the causes and solutions to address the issue.
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