Practice Desirable properties - 21.2.1 | 22. Pavement materials: Soil | Transportation Engineering - Vol 1
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define stability in the context of sub grade soil.

💡 Hint: Think about what happens if the soil shifts.

Question 2

Easy

What does incompressibility mean?

💡 Hint: Consider how a sponge behaves under weight.

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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 desirable property that keeps soil from deforming under loads?

  • Plasticity
  • Stability
  • Softness

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when weight is applied.

Question 2

True or False: Incompressible soil can change volume under pressure.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the definition of incompressibility.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate a hypothetical scenario where the sub grade soil is poorly drained. Discuss the long-term effects on pavement integrity.

💡 Hint: Consider the impact of weather changes on the soil.

Question 2

Design a layout for a highway that includes effective drainage. What materials and techniques would you use?

💡 Hint: Think about how you would direct water away from the pavement.

Challenge and get performance evaluation