Practice Problems - 21.4 | 22. Pavement materials: Soil | Transportation Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1 Easy

What is the California Bearing Ratio (CBR)?

💡 Hint: Think about what the CBR assesses regarding soil.

Question 2 Easy

What are two key properties of good pavement subgrade?

💡 Hint: Consider what conditions are critical for soil.

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Question 1

What does CBR stand for?

California Bearing Ratio
Central Bearing Ratio
Core Bearing Resistance

💡 Hint: It relates to how well soil can support loads.

Question 2

True or False: The cement content in subgrade soils helps prevent traffic-induced wear.

True
False

💡 Hint: Focus on what governs wear and load response.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A highway project involves using clay soil in a region with high rainfall. What strategies would you adopt to ensure the pavement's longevity?

💡 Hint: Think about drainage and soil treatment methods.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the potential risks of using poorly classified soil in a pavement design. What steps would you take to mitigate these risks?

💡 Hint: Recall the importance of soil classification in structural integrity.

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