5.8.2 - Strength Tests
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Practice Questions
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What does the Indirect Tensile Strength test measure?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials can resist breaking.
What does a higher Modulus of Elasticity indicate?
💡 Hint: Consider the example of a rubber band versus a steel rod.
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What does the Indirect Tensile Strength test measure?
💡 Hint: Remember the role of tensile strength in preventing pavement failure.
True or False: A higher Modulus of Elasticity implies a material will deform more under stress.
💡 Hint: Think about the stiffness of materials.
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Challenge Problems
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A pavement is failing due to cracks. Explain how assessing its Indirect Tensile Strength could help determine the cause.
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between tensile strength and cracking.
You are designing a highway in a region with fluctuating rainfall. How might the Triaxial Shear Test results influence your approach?
💡 Hint: Consider how moisture affects soil behavior and stability.
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