Reinforced Concrete Practice Test 3

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Precautions for cold weather concrete should be followed when the mean daily temperature falls to ______degrees Fahrenheit.
- 32
- 40
- 45
- 50

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Reinforced Concrete Practice Test 3 assesses knowledge on concrete handling under varying temperatures and the use of nondestructive methods like the Swiss Hammer for estimating concrete strength. It's essential for learners in civil and construction engineering.

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A Swiss Hammer operates on the principle that the rebound of a spring-loaded steel plunger striking the surface of concrete is proportional to the ______ of that concrete.
- Area
- Temperature
- Strength
- Slump
Correct Answer

A. Strength

Explanation

ICC Concrete Manual section 3.9

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3.

A Swiss Hammer is a quick _______ test that can be used for determination of the approximate _______ strength of concrete in place, but it cannot be used to replace properly conducted cylinder or core tests.
- Nondestructive, compressive
- Destructive, compressive
Correct Answer

A. Nondestructive, compressive

Explanation

ICC Concrete Manual section 3.9

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4.

Which of the following is not important for hot weather concrete precautions?
- Paint truck mixers white or light in color
- Sprinkle course aggregate stockpiles
- Schedule
- Break truck arrival time
Correct Answer

A. Break truck arrival time

Explanation

ICC Concrete Manual Table 19.1

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5.

The approximate percent of 28 day compressive strength loss between concrete that is cured at 73 and 42 degrees F is:
- 75
- 25
- 50
- 10
Correct Answer

A. 25

Explanation

ICC Concrete Manual Figure 19-5

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6.

For concrete with Type III cement the time period for curing is ____ than for concrete with Type I cement.
- Shorter
- Longer
Correct Answer

A. Shorter

Explanation

ICC Concrete Manual section 17.7

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7.

After the contractor has been notified of discrepancies and they are not corrected, the discrepancies shall be brought to the attention of the _______ and to the registered design professional in responsible charge prior to the completion of that phase of work.
- Project manager
- Building official
Correct Answer

A. Building official

Explanation

IBC Ch 17, 1704.1.2

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8.

________ verification and inspection is required for shape of formwork, location and dimensions of the concrete member being formed.
- Continuous
- Periodic
- Post
- Full time
Correct Answer

A. Periodic

Explanation

IBC Ch 17, Table 1704.4

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9.

Special inspections shall not be required for isolated spread footings of buildings ____ stories or less in height that are fully supported on earth or rock.
- 3
- 2
- 1
- 4
Correct Answer

A. 3

Explanation

IBC Ch 17, 1704.4 exception 1

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10.

If a concrete foundation wall is constructed in accordance with table 1805.5(5), special inspection is not required.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

IBC Ch 17, 1704.4 exception 4

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11.

Special inspectors shall inspect all work according to the Statement of Special Inspections for which they are responsible for conformance with the _______ approved (stamped) plans and specifications and applicable provisions of IBC Section 1704.
- Engineer
- Building department
- Owner
- Contractor
Correct Answer

A. Building department

Explanation

Model Program page 5

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12.

Refer to the Model Program for special inspection. All of the following are duties and responsibilities of the special inspector except:
- Instruct workers on how to do their job
- Signify presence at jobsite
- Provide timely progress reports
- Submit a final report
Correct Answer

A. Instruct workers on how to do their job

Explanation

Model Program page 5

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13.

In reference to seismic design: A hook on a stirrup, hoop, or crosstie having a bend not less than 135 degrees, except that ______ hoops shall have a bend not less than 90 degrees.
- Small
- Large
- Round
- Circular
Correct Answer

A. Circular

Explanation

ACI 318 page 306 21.1 definitions

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14.

In reference to seismic designed hooks shall have a six-diameter (but not less than ____ inches) extension that engages the longitudinal reinforcement and projects into the interior of the stirrup or hoop.
- 2
- 3
- 1
- 1.5
Correct Answer

A. 3

Explanation

ACI 318 page 306 21.1 definitions

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15.

In reference to seismic designed hoops being provided for frame members, the first hoop shall be located not more than ____ in. form the face of a supporting member.
- 1.5
- 3
- 2
- 1
Correct Answer

A. 2

Explanation

ACI 318 21.3.3.2

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16.

The top mark on an ASTM standard reinforcing bar indicates _______.
- Type of steel
- Producing mill
- Minimum yield strength
- Bar size
Correct Answer

A. Producing mill

Explanation

ICC Concrete Manual pg 227

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17.

A separation between adjoining parts of a concrete structure, usually a vertical plane at a designed location to allow relative movement in three directions and avoid formation of cracks elsewhere in the concrete and through which all or part of the bonded reinforcement is interrupted is a ________ joint.
- Construction
- Contraction
- Isolation
- Saw cut
Correct Answer

A. Isolation

Explanation

ACI 318 page 31

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18.

Concrete that has been retempered can only be used when approved by the _______.
- Building official
- General contractor
- Architect
- Engineer
Correct Answer

A. Engineer

Explanation

ACI 318 page 70, 5.10.4

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19.

Which type of steel can be identified with two grade lines?
- Grade 75
- Grade 60
- Grade 40
- Grade 420
Correct Answer

A. Grade 75

Explanation

ICC Concrete Manual pg 227

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20.

Construction joints in floor slabs should be ________.
- Offset a minimum distance of two times the width the slab span
- Within the outer third of the slab span
- Within the middle third of the slab span
Correct Answer

A. Within the middle third of the slab span

Explanation

ACI 318 page 77, 6.4.4

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21.

The tolerance for d for an eight inch continuous footing section is ______.
- +/- 1/2 inch
- +/- 3/4 inch
- +/- 3/8 inch
- +/- 1 inch
Correct Answer

A. +/- 3/8 inch

Explanation

ACI 318 page 81, 7.5.2.1

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22.

A conduit line embedded in exterior concrete must have a minimum cover of ______.
- 2 inch
- 1 ½ inch
- 1 inch
- 3/4 inch
Correct Answer

A. 1 ½ inch

Explanation

ACI 318 page 76, 6.3.10

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23.

_____ is the minimum bend diameter for an ASTM standard #7 reinforcing bar.
- 2 db
- 4 db
- 6 db
- 8 db
Correct Answer

A. 6 db

Explanation

ACI 318 page 80, table 2

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There are six longitudinal #4 bars in the bottom mat of a grade beam. What is the required minimum clear spacing between these bars?
- 1 1/2 inch
- 1 inch
- 3/4 inch
- 1/2 inch
Correct Answer

A. 1 inch

Explanation

ACI 318 page 82, 7.6.1

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25.

A pipe that is embedded in an interior concrete slab can not be larger than _____ in diameter and must be spaced a minimum of _____ apart.
- 2 inches, 3 inches
- 1 ½ inches, 3 diameters clear
- 1/3 of the overall slab thickness, 1 1/2 inches
- 2 inches, 3 diameters on center
Correct Answer

A. 2 inches, 3 diameters on center

Explanation

ACI 318 page 76, 6.3.6.3

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Reinforced Concrete Practice Test 3

Precautions for cold weather concrete should be followed when the mean daily temperature falls to ______degrees Fahrenheit.

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A Swiss Hammer operates on the principle that the rebound of a spring-loaded steel plunger striking the surface of concrete is proportional to the ______ of that concrete.

A Swiss Hammer is a quick _ test that can be used for determination of the approximate _ strength of concrete in place, but it cannot be used to replace properly conducted cylinder or core tests.

Which of the following is not important for hot weather concrete precautions?

The approximate percent of 28 day compressive strength loss between concrete that is cured at 73 and 42 degrees F is:

For concrete with Type III cement the time period for curing is ____ than for concrete with Type I cement.

After the contractor has been notified of discrepancies and they are not corrected, the discrepancies shall be brought to the attention of the _______ and to the registered design professional in responsible charge prior to the completion of that phase of work.

________ verification and inspection is required for shape of formwork, location and dimensions of the concrete member being formed.

Special inspections shall not be required for isolated spread footings of buildings ____ stories or less in height that are fully supported on earth or rock.

If a concrete foundation wall is constructed in accordance with table 1805.5(5), special inspection is not required.

Special inspectors shall inspect all work according to the Statement of Special Inspections for which they are responsible for conformance with the _______ approved (stamped) plans and specifications and applicable provisions of IBC Section 1704.

Refer to the Model Program for special inspection. All of the following are duties and responsibilities of the special inspector except:

In reference to seismic design: A hook on a stirrup, hoop, or crosstie having a bend not less than 135 degrees, except that ______ hoops shall have a bend not less than 90 degrees.

In reference to seismic designed hooks shall have a six-diameter (but not less than ____ inches) extension that engages the longitudinal reinforcement and projects into the interior of the stirrup or hoop.

In reference to seismic designed hoops being provided for frame members, the first hoop shall be located not more than ____ in. form the face of a supporting member.

The top mark on an ASTM standard reinforcing bar indicates _______.

Concrete that has been retempered can only be used when approved by the _______.

Which type of steel can be identified with two grade lines?

Construction joints in floor slabs should be ________.

The tolerance for d for an eight inch continuous footing section is ______.

A conduit line embedded in exterior concrete must have a minimum cover of ______.

_____ is the minimum bend diameter for an ASTM standard #7 reinforcing bar.

There are six longitudinal #4 bars in the bottom mat of a grade beam. What is the required minimum clear spacing between these bars?

A pipe that is embedded in an interior concrete slab can not be larger than _ in diameter and must be spaced a minimum of _ apart.

Reinforced Concrete Practice Test 3

Precautions for cold weather concrete should be followed when the mean daily temperature falls to ______degrees Fahrenheit.

Quiz Preview

A Swiss Hammer operates on the principle that the rebound of a spring-loaded steel plunger striking the surface of concrete is proportional to the ______ of that concrete.

A Swiss Hammer is a quick ­­­­­­­­­­­_______ test that can be used for determination of the approximate _______ strength of concrete in place, but it cannot be used to replace properly conducted cylinder or core tests.

Which of the following is not important for hot weather concrete precautions?

The approximate percent of 28 day compressive strength loss between concrete that is cured at 73 and 42 degrees F is:

For concrete with Type III cement the time period for curing is ____ than for concrete with Type I cement.

After the contractor has been notified of discrepancies and they are not corrected, the discrepancies shall be brought to the attention of the _______ and to the registered design professional in responsible charge prior to the completion of that phase of work.

________ verification and inspection is required for shape of formwork, location and dimensions of the concrete member being formed.

Special inspections shall not be required for isolated spread footings of buildings ____ stories or less in height that are fully supported on earth or rock.

If a concrete foundation wall is constructed in accordance with table 1805.5(5), special inspection is not required.

Special inspectors shall inspect all work according to the Statement of Special Inspections for which they are responsible for conformance with the _______ approved (stamped) plans and specifications and applicable provisions of IBC Section 1704.

Refer to the Model Program for special inspection. All of the following are duties and responsibilities of the special inspector except:

In reference to seismic design: A hook on a stirrup, hoop, or crosstie having a bend not less than 135 degrees, except that ______ hoops shall have a bend not less than 90 degrees.

In reference to seismic designed hooks shall have a six-diameter (but not less than ____ inches) extension that engages the longitudinal reinforcement and projects into the interior of the stirrup or hoop.

In reference to seismic designed hoops being provided for frame members, the first hoop shall be located not more than ____ in. form the face of a supporting member.

The top mark on an ASTM standard reinforcing bar indicates _______.

Concrete that has been retempered can only be used when approved by the _______.

Which type of steel can be identified with two grade lines?

Construction joints in floor slabs should be ________.

The tolerance for d for an eight inch continuous footing section is ______.

A conduit line embedded in exterior concrete must have a minimum cover of ______.

_____ is the minimum bend diameter for an ASTM standard #7 reinforcing bar.

There are six longitudinal #4 bars in the bottom mat of a grade beam. What is the required minimum clear spacing between these bars?

A pipe that is embedded in an interior concrete slab can not be larger than _____ in diameter and must be spaced a minimum of _____ apart.

A Swiss Hammer is a quick _ test that can be used for determination of the approximate _ strength of concrete in place, but it cannot be used to replace properly conducted cylinder or core tests.

A pipe that is embedded in an interior concrete slab can not be larger than _ in diameter and must be spaced a minimum of _ apart.