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ASTM C 1064/ C 1064M: Standard Test Method for Temperature Mixed Hydraulic – Cement
Concrete
1‐ The sensor of the temperature measuring device shall have at least …….in. […….mm] of
concrete cover in all direction.
A. 1 in. [25 mm].
B. 2 in. [50 mm].
C. 3 in. [75 mm].
2‐ The temperature of concrete may be measured in a wall form?
A. True.
B. False.
3‐ The temperature of freshly mixed concrete can be measured in:
A. An adequately sized container.
B. The transportation equipment.
C. The forms, after placement.
D. All of the above.
4‐ How long must the temperature measuring device remain in the freshly mixed concrete for an
accurate reading?
A. Directly (No specific time).
B. 30 seconds.
C. 2 minutes.
D. at least 2 minutes but not more than 5 minutes.
5‐ According to ASTM C1064, What is one reason to take the temperature of concrete?
A. Measuring the air content in concrete.
B. Checking the theoretical concrete density.
C. Verify conformance to a specified requirement for temperature of concrete.
6‐ Partial immersion liquid in glass thermometer shall have a permanent mark to which the
device must be immersed without applying a correction factor.
A. True.
B. False.
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7‐ Gently press concrete around the temperature measuring device so that ……………… does not
affect the reading.
A. Bleed water.
B. Ambient (outside) air temperature.
C. The sun
D. The wind
8‐ When determining the temperature of fresh concrete, What is the minimum amount of
concrete cover in all directions around the sensor of the temperature measuring device?
A. 1 in. [25mm].
B. 2 in. [50mm]
C. 3 in. [75mm]
D. 5 in. [130mm]
9‐ Concrete containing aggregate of a nominal maximum size of greater than 3 in. [75mm] may
require up to 20 min for transfer of heat from aggregate to mortar.
A. True.
B. False.
10‐ The temperature measuring device shall have a capacity of measuring temperature of freshly
mixed concrete to ±…….degrees F [±…….. degrees C] throughout a range of ………. to ……..
degrees F [………. to …….. degrees C].
A. 1 °F [0.5 °C] throughout a range of 30 – 120 °F [0 – 50 °C].
B. 0.5 °F [1 °C] throughout a range of 30 – 120 °F [0 – 50 °C].
C. 1 °F [0.5 °C] throughout a range of 0 – 120 °F [0 – 50 °C].
11‐ A composite sample of concrete is required even if the only purpose for obtaining the sample
is to determine temperature.
A. True.
B. False.
12‐ Assuming the coarse aggregate size is less than 3 inches, complete the temperature test within
………….. minutes after obtaining the sample.
A. 2.
B. 3.
C. 5.
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13‐ The temperature of the concrete is recorded to the nearest:
A. 0.5 degree F [0.5 degree C]
B. 1 degree F [0.5 degree C]
C. 34 degrees F [1 degree C]
14‐ A maximum temperature of freshly mixed concrete is specified in ASTM C1064.
A. True.
B. False.
15‐ The calibration of temperature measuring device shall be performed by comparing the
readings of the temperature measuring device at two temperature at least:
A. 50 degrees F [10 degrees C]
B. 32 degrees F [0 degree C]
C. 30 degrees F [15 degrees C]
D. 1 degree F [ 0.5 degree C]
16‐ It is not acceptable to measure the temperature of freshly mixed concrete in the transporting
equipment or the forms after discharge.
A. True.
B. False.
17‐ Leave the temperature measuring device in the freshly mixed concrete for a minimum period
of ……… min or until the temperature reading stabilizes.
A. 2.
B. 5.
C. 20.
18‐ The temperature measuring device shall be calibrated
A. Annually.
B. Whenever there is a question of accuracy.
C. Prior to each use.
D. A or B. (Annually or Whenever there is a question of accuracy.)
19‐ The technician must dampen the sample container with water prior to sampling of concrete.
A. True.
B. False.
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20‐ Complete the temperature measurement of freshly mixed concrete within …… After obtaining
the sample.
A. 2.5 minutes.
B. 5 minutes.
C. 15 minutes.
21‐ What special procedures are required when taking the temperature of concrete containing
large size coarse aggregate (over 3 in. [75mm]).
A. May require a longer period of time, up to 20 minutes for the transfer of heat from the
aggregate to the mortar.
B. waiting at least 30 minutes.
C. No special procedures are required.
22‐ The reference temperature measuring device shall be readable and accurate to ……..
A. ± 1 °F [± 0.5 °C].
B. ± 0.5 °F [± 1 °C].
C. ± 0.5 °F [± 0.2 °C].
23‐ The temperature of concrete may be measured in a wheelbarrow.
A. True.
B. False.
24 A calibration certificate, or report, for the reference temperature measuring device shall be
available for inspection.
A. True.
B. False.
25‐ What must be done to the concrete surrounding the temperature measuring device after the
device is submerged in the fresh concrete?
A. Gently remove the concrete around the thermometer at the surface of the concrete.
B. Gently press the concrete around the thermometer at the surface of the concrete.
C. Nothing must be done.
26‐ The sample of concrete used for temperature determination must be rodded 25 times.
A. True.
B. False.
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27‐ The concrete cover in the container must be at least three times the nominal maximum size of
the coarse aggregate.
A. True.
B. False.
28‐ The sensor of the temperature measuring device shall have at least …….in. […….mm] of
concrete cover in all direction.
A. 1 in. [25 mm].
B. 2 in. [50 mm].
C. 3 in. [75 mm].

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ASTM C 172 Standard Practice for Sampling Mixed Concrete
1‐ What must be done before making the test when the concrete contains aggregate larger than
the permitted for a particular test method?
A. The sample of concrete must be wet sieved.
B. A correction factor should be taken in account.
D. None of the above.
2‐ The composite sample for a paving mixer must represent a minimum of ………… different
portions of the batch of concrete taken from the pile after discharge.
A. Two.
B. Three.
C. Five
3‐ The molding of strength test specimens shall begin within ………. minutes after fabricating the
composite sample.
A. 5 minutes.
B. 10 minutes.
C. 20 minutes.
D. None of the above. (15 min)
4‐ This method Cover sampling from some types of mixer, which are:
A. Stationary mixers and paving mixers.
B. Revolving drum mixer and open top mixers.
C. All of the above.
5‐ When sampling from revolving drum truck mixer; sample the concrete by taking two or more
portions during discharge the very first and very last portions of the batch.
A. True.
B. False.
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6‐ Composite samples are required for use in tests conducted for the purpose of determining
compliance with the specifications for concrete quality.
A. True.
B. False.
7‐ The minimum size for samples to be used for strength tests is:
A. ½ ft3 [14 L].
B. 1 ft3 [28 L].
C. 2 ft3 [57 L].
D. 3 ft3 [85 L].
8‐ The elapsed time shall not exceed ………. minutes between obtaining the first and the final
portions of the composite sample.
A. 5.
B. 10.
C. 15.
9‐ The composite sample from a truck mixer must be obtained from the ………………. portion of the
batch.
A. First.
B. Middle.
C. Last.
10‐ Concrete samples from the truck mixer must be obtained before any water and any
admixtures have been added to the mixer at the job site.
A. True.
B. False. (after all water and any admixtures have been added to the mixer)
11‐ Sampling by this method is required when tests are to be made to:
A. Determine the compliance with specification requirements.
B. Determine the Durability of concrete.
C. Determine the ability of concrete to resist the frost action.
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12‐ The minimum size for samples to be used for strength tests is 2 ft3 [57 L].
A. True.
B. False. (28 L]
13‐ The obtained composite sample should be protected from:
A. Sun and wind or any sources of rapid evaporation.
B. Contamination.
C. All of the above.
14‐ No samples should be taken before ………% or after …………% of the batch has been discharge.
A. before 10 or after 90%.
B. before 20 or after 90%.
C. before 10 or after 70%.
15‐ After obtaining the composite sample, the technician should remix it before using it for any
tests.
A. True.
B. False.
16‐ When sampling from a stationary mixer, the batch must be sampled at …………. or more
regularly spaced intervals during discharge of the middle portion of the batch.
A. One.
B. Two.
C. Three.
17‐ Start molding cylinders within …………. min after fabricating the composite sample.
A. 5.
B. 10.
C. 15.
18‐ Portions of a composite sample shall be thoroughly remixed before beginning tests on the
sample.
A. True.
B. False.
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19‐ The thickness of the layer of retained aggregate on the sieve in wet sieving is not less than one
particle thick.
A. True.
B. False.
20‐ When sampling from paving mixers, obtain samples from at least …….. Of the pile and then
composite into one sample for test purpose.
A. 2 portions.
B. 3 portions.
C. 5 portions.
21‐ When it is necessary to wet sieve a concrete sample, wet sieving should be performed before
the individual samples are remixed into a composite sample.
A. True
B. False
22‐ The sample of concrete should be:
A. Allowed to sit, undisturbed, in the container for 5 minutes before conducting any tests.
B. Protected from the sun, wind, rapid evaporation, and contamination.
C. Remixed with material re‐deposited in the container following the slump test.
D. Remixed with additional water if the sample dries out during use.
23‐ The primary objective of the sampling process is to:
A. Obtain a representative sample of concrete.
B. Obtain an adequately sized sample of concrete.
C. Minimize the contamination to the sample of concrete.
D. Provide experience with wet sieving a sample of concrete.
24‐ When sampling from a revolving drum mixer, collect:
A. One portion from anywhere in the batch.
B. Samples before water is added to the batch.
C. Two or more portions from the middle portion of the batch.
D. Samples before placing any material in the forms.
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25‐ Wet sieving is performed:
A. on all composite samples.
B. only when the Nominal Maximum Size (NMS) of the coarse aggregates is larger than 3
inches.
C. after the sample portions are remixed into a composite sample.
D. when the aggregates are larger than appropriate for a test.
26‐ When sampling from a paving mixer, it is permissible to place three shallow containers on the
subgrade in order to obtain the needed samples of concrete.
A. True
B. False
27‐ Regulate the rate at which concrete is discharged from a revolving drum mixer by
A. adjusting the size of the gate opening.
B. changing the angle of the discharge chute.
C. placing a hand held 'dam' in the chute.
D. adjusting the rate of revolution of the drum.
28‐ After wet sieving a portion of a concrete sample, any aggregate retained on the sieve
A. shall be remixed with the portion of material not sieved.
B. shall be discarded.
C. should have an mortar on the particles wiped off and added to the sieved material.
D. is to be recombined with the sieve material before fabricating strength specimens.
29‐ Tests for slump, temperature, and air content must be started within ……….. After obtaining
the final portion of the composite sample.:
A. 2.5 minutes.
B. 5 minutes.
C. 10 minutes.
30‐ When sampling from revolving drum truck mixer, sample by repeatedly passing a receptacle
through the entire discharge stream or by the completely diverting the discharge into a sample
container.
A. True.
B. False.
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31‐ When sampling from revolving drum truck mixer, regulate the rate of discharge of the batch by
the size of the gate opening and not by the rate of revolution of the drum.
A. True.
B. False. (regulate the rate of discharge of the batch by the rate of revolution of the drum and
not by the size of the gate opening)
32‐ After removing the larger aggregate particles by wet‐sieving remix the batch with a shovel the
minimum amount necessary to ensure uniformly and proceed testing immediately.
A. True.
B. False.
33‐ The wet sieve is necessary When the concrete contains aggregate larger than that appropriate
for the size of the molds or equipment to be used, except performing the slump test.
A. True.
B. False. (Except performing the density test).
34‐ The effect of we sieving on the test result should not be considered.
A. True.
B. False.
35‐ The apparent strength of wet sieved concrete in smaller specimens is usually………….. than the
total concrete in larger appropriate size specimens.:
A. Smaller.
B. Greater.
C. Equals.
36‐ It is not recommended that random sampling be used to determine overall specification
compliance.
A. True.
B. False.
37‐ When performing wet sieving, Mortar adhering to the aggregate retained on the sieve shall be
wiped from it before it is discarded.
A. True.
B. False.
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38‐ When doing the wet sieving; pass the concrete over the designated sieve and remove and
discard the aggregate retained.
A. True.
B. False.
39‐ Obtain composite sample within ………….min from the start of sampling.
A. 5.
B. 10.
C. 15.
40‐ The air content of the wet sieved fraction of concrete is greater than that of the total concrete.
A. True.
B. False.
41‐ After obtaining the concrete sample, combine samples and remix to form composite sample.
A. True.
B. False.
42‐ Sample the concrete from:
A. The middle portion of the batch.
B. The first portion of the batch.
C. The last portion of the batch.
43‐ The sample is obtained from the discharge stream of a stationary mixer or revolving drum
mixer by:
A. Repeatedly pass receptacle through discharge stream.
B. Completely divert discharge stream into sampling container.
C. A or B.
44‐ Start test for slump, temperature, and air content within …….. min after obtaining the final
portion of the composite sample.
A. 5 min.
B. 10 min.
C. 15 min.

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ASTM C 143/ C 143M : Standard Test Method for Slump of Hydraulic Cement Concrete
1‐ The slump test is applicable to plastic concrete with a maximum size of aggregate of ………in.
[………..mm].
A. 1 ½ in. [37.5 mm].
B. 1 in. [25 mm].
C. ½ in. [12.5 mm].
2‐ When raising the slump mold, it should not be rotated or twisted.
A. True.
B. False.
3‐ The specified number of roddings for each layer is …………..
A. 25 ± 2 times.
B. 25 times.
C. more than 25 times.
4‐ The sample of concrete for use in making the slump test must be obtained in accordance with
ASMT standard ……………
A. C 94.
B. C 1064.
C. C 172.
5‐ The slump mold shall be a cone with the base of …….in. […….mm] in diameter.
A. 8 in. [200 mm].
B. 4 in. [100 mm.].
C. 12 in. [300 mm].
6‐ Raise the mold a distance of 12 in. [300 mm] in ……….± ……… sec.
A. 5 ± 2.
B. 10 ± 2.
C. 5.
7‐ If the measured slump equals 103 mm, the slump result should be reported as:
A. 100 mm.
B. 105 mm.
C. 110 mm.
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8‐ The time allowed to conduct the slump test from the beginning to completion is …………min.
A. 2.
B. 2 ½ .
C. 3.
9‐ While the technician is checking the slump of the concrete there is a decided falling away or
shearing off of concrete from one side of the slump What should the technician do?
A. Measure the slump directly over the center of the original base of the mold.
B. Measure the slump at the average distance above the original center.
C. Disregard the test and restart on anther portion of the slump.
10‐ When the concrete contains aggregate larger than allowed for the slump test.
A. the large aggregate must be wet sieved.
B. A correction factor should be taken in account.
11‐ The slump mould should be in a dry condition before beginning the test.
A. True.
B. False.
12‐ The tamping rod should penetrate into each layer to a deep of 1 in. [25mm].
A. True.
B. False.
13‐ When using other than metal slump mold: Test of comparability shall consists of not less than
10 consecutive pairs of comparisons performed at each 3 different slump raining from:
A. 2 to 8 in. [50 to 200 mm]
B. 3 to 9 in. [75 to 225 mm]
C. 3 to 5 in. [75 to 125 mm]
14‐ Fill the slump mold in three layers, each approximately on third the ……………………. of the mold.
A. Volume.
B. Height.
C. A or B.
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15‐ The slump result should be reported to the nearest:
A. ¼ in. [5 mm]
B. ½ in. [10 mm]
C. 1 in. [25 mm]
16‐ The slump is filled in ……………… layers.
A. One layer.
B. Two layers.
C. Three layers.
17‐ The mold for making the slump test is in the shape of ………………..
A. The frustum of a cone.
B. Cylinder.
C. Cube.
18‐ The surface on which the slump mold will be placed must be:
A. Flat.
B. Moist.
C. Nonabsorbent (rigid) surface.
E. None of the above.
19‐ When rodding the bottom layer, the tamping rod must be ……………….. to uniformly distribute
the strokes.
A. Slightly Inclined.
B. Vertical.
C. None of the above.
20‐ It is not allowed to use molds other than metal mold to perform the slump test.
A. True.
B. False.
21‐ The measurement for slump is made from the top of the mold to:
A. the top surface of the specimen.
B. the bottom surface of the specimen.
C. Displaced original center of the top surface of the specimen.
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22‐ The approximate concrete depth (in vertical distance) after placing the first layer is ….….in.
[…….mm], and the second layer is ……….in. [………mm].
A. 2‐5/8 in. [70 mm] ………. 6‐1/8 in. [160 mm].
B. 2 in. [50 mm] ………. 6 in. [150 mm].
C. 3 in [75 mm] ………… 5 in. [125 mm].
23‐ If the concrete drops below the top of the slump mold while the top layer is being rodded.
A. Do nothing. [Just continue performing the test].
B. Add additional concrete and rod the layer with another 25 strokes.
C. Add additional concrete and continue the rod count from you left off.
24‐ When using molds other than metal, and for the purpose of performing the test of
comparability: No individual test results shall vary by more than ………in. [….. mm] from that
obtained using the metal mold.
A. 0.5 in. [15 mm].
B. 1 in. [25 mm].
C. 1 ½ in. [37.5 mm]
25‐ A rubber mallet is a necessary tool in performing slump test.
A. True.
B. False.
26‐ The interior surface of the slump mold is allowed to have minor irregularities.
A. True.
B. False.
27‐ If a decided falling away or shearing off concrete from one side or portion of the mass occurs:
A. Measure the slump by determining the vertical distance between the top surface of the
mold and the top surface of the concrete specimen.
B. Disregard the test and make a new test on the same portion of the sample.
C. Disregard the test and make a new test on another portion of the sample.
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28‐ The tamping rod should be:
A. Flat.
B. Tapered.
C. Pointed.
29‐ Each layer should fill approximately …………..the volume of the mold.
A. ½.
B. 1/3.
C. ¼.
30‐ Prior to lifting the mold, What should it be done?
A. The concrete in the area surrounding the base of the mold should be removed.
B. The mold should be tapped 10 – 15 times by rubber mallet.
C. nothing should be done.
31‐ When performing the test of comparability: The average test results of each slump range
obtained using the mold constructed of alternative material shall not vary by more than
………in […….. mm] from the average of test results obtained using the metal mold.
A. 0.5 in. [15 mm].
B. 0.25 in. [6 mm]
C. 1 in. [25 mm]
32‐ The tamping rod can be used to strike off the surface of the concrete after rodding the third
layer.
A. True.
B. False.
33‐ For use in the slump test, the end or both ends of the tamping rod must be:
A. Rounded hemispherical.
B. Pointed.
C. Tapered.
D. Flat.
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34‐ The tamping rod should be a round, straight steel rod ………..in [……mm] in diameter.
A. ¼ in. [ 6 mm].
B. 5/8 in. [16 mm].
C. 1 inch. [25 mm]
35‐ After the final rodding, the sides of the slump mold should be tapped with the tamping rod.
A. True.
B. False.
36‐ The slump test provides an indication of the water content of a concrete mixture.
A. True
B. False
37‐ A slump mold can be fabricated from materials other than metal.
A. True
B. False
38‐ If the condition of a non‐metal mold is questioned, the slump measured with the non‐metal
mold must be within ……………..inches [……..] of the slump measured with a metal mold.
A. 0.25 in. [6 mm]
B. 0.50 in. [15 mm]
C. 0.75 in. [19 mm]
D. 1.0 in. [25 mm]
39‐ The slump mold is filled with concrete in three layers :
A. By height.
B. By mass (weight).
C. Each consisting of 3 scoops of concrete.
D. By volume.
40‐ After a layer of concrete is rodded, the exterior of the slump cone is tapped 10 to 15 times.
A. True
B. False
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41‐ If, while rodding the third layer of concrete, the top surface of the concrete falls below the top
of the slump mold:
A. Complete all 25 rods, then add concrete to fill the mold.
B. Stop, add concrete to maintain an excess, then reset the rod count back to 1.
C. Stop, add concrete to maintain an excess, then continue the rod count from where you
left off.
D. Stop the test and perform a new test on a new sample of material.
42‐ Raise the mold vertically, a distance of 12 inches:
A. In 5 +/‐ 2 seconds.
B. As quickly as possible.
C. Such that the concrete is not able to shear off from one side of the mold.
D. As slowly as possible.
43‐ The slump of a mixture is found by measuring:
A. The vertical distance to the LOWEST point on the surface of the concrete.
B. The vertical distance to the HIGHEST point on the surface of the concrete.
C. To the high and low points on the surface and taking an average.
D. The vertical distance to the displaced original center on the surface of the concrete.

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ASTM C 138: Density (Unite Weight), Yield, And Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete.
1‐ The size of the Measure, used in determining the density of fresh concrete,
A. is based on the slump of the concrete.
B. is always 14 L.
C. is based on the nominal maximum size (NMS) of the coarse aggregate.
D. depends on whether the concrete is consolidated using a tamping rod or vibrator.
2‐ What methods of consolidation must be used when the slump is greater than 3 in. [75 mm]?
A. Rodding.
B. Vibration.
C. A or B.
3‐ The air content is calculated by this test as follows:
A. A = [(T – D) / T] × 100
B. A = [(T – D) / D] × 100
C. A = [(T – D) / D] ÷ 100
D. A = [(T + D) / D] x 100

T: Theoretical Density of concrete.
D: Density (Unite weight) of concrete.
4‐ If the concrete density = 2350 kg/m3 , that means it equals to …………… lb/f3
A. 37643 = 2350 × 16.0185
B. 145.7 = 2350 / 16.0185
C. 87.04 = 2350 / 27
5‐ A plastic container can be used for the measure in density test.
A. True.
B. False.
6‐ If the vibration is the method of consolidation, the measure must be filled in ………
approximately equal layers.
A. one.
B. Two.
C. Three
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7‐ Over‐vibration may cause segregation and loss of appreciable quantities of intentionally
entrained air.
A. True.
B. False.
8‐ In rodding the middle and the top layers, the tamping rod should penetrate into the previous
layer about……… in [……mm]
A. ¼ in. [ 6 mm]
B. ½ in. [12.5 mm]
C. 1 in. [25 mm]
9‐ The required minimum frequency of the vibrator used in density test method is ………
A. 5000 vibrations / minutes.
B. 7000 vibrations / minutes.
C. 9000 vibrations / minutes.
10‐ If the nominal maximum size of coarse aggregate equals 1 in. [25 mm], the capacity of
measure should be equal to ………….
A. 0.2 ft3 [6 L].
B. 0.4 ft3 [11 L].
C. 0.5 ft3 [14 L].
11‐ For a measure of 0.5 ft3 [14 L], The required number of strokes of the tamping rod for
consolidation of each layer is …….....
A. 25 strokes.
B. 35 strokes.
C. 50 strokes
12‐ If : Volume of measure = 0.504 ft3.
Mass of empty measure = 19.6 lb.
Mass of the measure plus concrete = 92.1 lb.
The concrete density = …………………………
A. 182.74 lb/ft3 = [92.1 / 0.504].
B. 36.54 lb/ft3 = [(92.1 – 19.6) × 0.504].
C. 143.85 lb/ft3 = [(92.1 – 19.6) / 0.504].
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13‐ For a design batch 7 yd3, the total mass of all materials batched was 27.300 lb the concrete
density = 3800 lb/yd3, the Yield in ft3 equals to ……………………..
A. 3.76 ft3 = [(3800 / 27300) × 27]
B. 0.266 ft3 = [(27300 / 3800) / 27]
C. 194 ft3 = [(27300 / 3800) × 27]
14‐ After consolidation of the final layer, an excess of concrete ………. in [……..mm] above the top of
the measure is considered optimum.
A. 1/8 in. [3 mm].
B. 1/16 in. [1.5 mm].
C. 1 in. [25 mm].
15‐ When the concrete slump is less than 1 in. [25 mm], the method of consolidation must be used
is ………………….
A. Vibration.
B. Rodding.
C. Rodding or Vibration.
16‐ The minimum thickness of a metal strike‐off plate is ……….in. [………….mm].
A. 1 in. [25 mm].
B. ½ in [12.5 mm].
C. ¼ in [6 mm].
17‐ The required shape of the tamping end of the rod is …………………..
A. Rounded hemispherical.
B. Pointed.
C. Tapered.
D. Flat.
18‐ The outside diameter or side dimension of the vibrating element must at least …………….. but
not greater than ……………..
A. 0.5 in. [12 mm] ………… 1 in. [25 mm].
B. 0.75 in. [19 mm] …………. 1.5 in. [38 mm].
C. 1 in. [25 mm] ………………2 in. [50 mm]
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19‐ The minimum thickness for a glass or acrylic strike‐off plate ………..in. [………mm].
A. ½ in. [12 mm].
B. 0.75 in. [19 mm].
C. 1 in. [25 mm]
20‐ If the yield = 189 ft3, that means it equals …………..yd3.
A. 7 yd3 = 189 / 27.
B. 1323 yd3 = 189 × 27
21‐ The relative Yield is ………………………………………………………………..
A. The ration of the designed volume of concrete batch to the actual volume of concrete
obtained.
B. The ratio of the actual density of concrete obtained to the volume as designed for the batch.
C. The ratio of the actual volume of concrete obtained to the volume as designed for the
batch.
22‐ After each layer is rodded, tap the sides of the measure …..…to …….. times with the
appropriate mallet.
A. 5 to 10 times.
B. 10 ‐ 20 times.
C. 10 – 15 times.
23‐ The vibration method for concrete consolidation is used when the slump is greater than 3 in.
[75 mm].
A. True.
B. False.
24‐ If the concrete sample is to be consolidated by Rodding, the measure is filed in ………….. layers.
A. One.
B. Two.
C. Three
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25‐ For a measure of 1 ft3 [28 L], the required number of strokes of the tamping rod for
consolidation of each layer is ……………..
A. 35 strokes.
B. 50 strokes.
C. 25 strokes.
26‐ For a measure of 0.5 ft3 [14 L], the mallet should have a mass of ………±……..lb [ ………±……..].
A. 1.25 ± 0.5 lb [600 ± 200 g].
B. 2.25 ± 0.5 lb [1000 ± 200 g].
C. A or B.
27‐ If the yield = 212 ft3, that means it equals …………..m3.
A. 7.85 m3 = 212 / 27.
B. 6.00 m3 = 212 × 0.0283
28‐ A value of 3.15 may be used for the density of cements manufactured to meet the
requirements of specification C150.
A. True.
B. False.
29‐ The total mass of all materials batched is the sum of the masses of the cement, the fine
aggregate, the coarse aggregates, the mixing water added to the batch, and other solid or
liquid materials used.
A. True.
B. False.
30‐ When calculating the theoretical density. The bulk specific gravity and mass for aggregate
components should not be based on the saturated, surface – dry condition.
A. True.
B. False.
31‐ According to ASTM C 138, what is the air content (in percent) of the following concrete batch?
The theoretical density computed on an air free basis is 168 lb/ft3.
The density is 158 lb/ft3.
A. 6.0% = [(168 – 158) / 168] × 100.
B. 6.3% = [(168 – 158) / 158] × 100.
C. Insufficient information provided.
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32‐ Calculate the concrete density (kg/m3) in case of:
Volume of measure = 14.27 L
Mass of empty measure = 8.89 kg.
Mass of measure plus concrete = 41.77 kg.
The answer is …………………………………………………………………….
A. 2.3 kg/m3 = [(41.77 – 8.89) / 14.27].
B. 2304 kg/m3 = [(41.77 – 8.89) / (14.27/1000)].
C. 2941 kg/m3 = [41.77 / (14.27/1000)].
33‐ Calculate the relative yield in case of:
Yd = 10 m3.
Y = 10.05 m3
The answer is: ………………………………………………………………………
A. 1.005 = 10.05 / 10
B. 0.995= 10 / 10.05
34‐ The theoretical density is the value for which is assumed to remain constant for all batches
made using identical concrete component ingredients and proportions.
A. True.
B. False.
35‐ The absolute volume of each concrete ingredient in cubic meters is equal to the mass of the
ingredient in kilograms divided by 1000 times its specific gravity.
A. True.
B. False.
36‐ After strike off the measure used to determine density, a small quantity of concrete may be
added to correct a deficiency.
A. True.
B. False.
37‐ When the concrete contains large aggregate, the testing technician should wet‐sieve the
sample before making density (unite weight) tests for use in yield computation.
A. True.
B. False.
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38‐ It is permissible to use the bowl from the volumetric air meter to determine the density of
fresh concrete when the nominal maximum aggregate size is 1 inch [25 mm] or less.
A. True.
B. False

39‐ The appropriate method of consolidation, when the slump of the fresh concrete is between 1
and 3 inches, is to use
A. the tamping rod.
B. a vibrator.
C. either a tamping rod or vibrator.
D. a 24 inch long #5 reinforcing bar.
40‐ When rodding the second and third layers of concrete in the Measure, the rod should
A. strike the bottom of the measure, but not forcibly.
B. penetrate the underlying layer through half its depth.
C. penetrate the underlying layer about 1 inch [25 mm].
D. not penetrate the underlying layer.
41‐ It is permissible to add a small quantity of representative concrete to the Measure to correct a
deficiency.
A. True.
B. False
42‐ To insure that the Measure is level full with concrete, strike‐off the top surface of the concrete
using
A. the tamping rod in a rolling and sawing motion.
B. the tamping rod, then use the plate at an angle for a smooth finish.
C. the plate, then use the rod in a rolling and sawing motion.
D. only the strike‐off plate.
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43‐ In order to determine the density of fresh concrete, it is necessary to determine
A. the mass and volume of the filled Measure, as well as the mass of the Measure when
empty.
B. only the mass and volume of the filled Measure.
C. only the mass of the filled Measure.
D. the mass and volume of the filled Measure, as well as the air content of the fresh concrete.
44‐ Yield represents the:
A. density of a concrete mixture.
B. volume of concrete produced per batch.
C. total mass of all materials batched.
D. relative air content of the batch.
45‐ After consolidating a layer by vibration, tap the outside of the Measure 10 to 15 times with the
mallet.
A. True
B. False
46‐ The density of a concrete mixture is computed to be 2354.576 kg/m3. The density should be
reported as
A. 2355 kg/m3
B. 2354.6 kg/m3
C. 2354.57 kg/m3
D. 2354.576 kg/m3
47‐ The yield of a concrete mixture is computed to be 9.875 m3, The yield should be reported as:
A. 9.875 m3
B. 9.87 m3
C. 9.9 m3
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ASTM C 231: Standard Test Method for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure
Method.
1‐ The pressure method of determining air content can be used on concrete containing …………
A. Lightweight aggregate.
B. Heavyweight aggregate.
C. Relatively dense aggregate.
D. All kinds of aggregate.
2‐ The maximum size allowed aggregate allowed for this test method is ……… in. [……….mm].
A. 2 in. [50 mm].
B. 1 ½ in. [37.5 mm].
C. 1 in. [25 mm].
3‐ In rodding the sample, the rod should penetrate the surface of the previous layer about ……. in.
[……….mm].
A. 2 in. [50 mm].
B. 1 ½ in. [37.5 mm].
C. 1 in. [25 mm].
4‐ The measuring bowl shall be …………………….in shape.
A. Cubic.
B. Beam.
C. Cylindrical.

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5‐ Gradations of the dial of pressure gage shall be provided for a range in air content of at least
…….. readable to …………….as determined by the proper air pressure calibration test.
A. 8% readable to 0.1%.
B. 8% readable to 0.2%.
C. 10% readable to 0.1%.
6‐ The measuring bowl should has a minimum diameter equal to ……. to ………. times the height.
A. 0.25 to 0.75.
B. 0.50 to 1.00.
C. 0.75 to 1.25
7‐ In rodding the sample, the concrete should be placed in the measuring bowl in …………..layers
of approximately equal volume.
A. Tow.
B. Three.
C. A or B.
8‐ In consolidation each concrete layer by vibration, allow the vibrator to rest on or touch the
measuring bowl.
A. True.
B. False.
9‐ If the aggregate correction factor for a given source of fine and coarse aggregate is found to be
0.2% in a pressure air meter, and an air content value of 5.0% is read on the gage of the same
air meter containing concrete with the same aggregate, What is the correct air content?
A. 3.0%.
B. 5.2%.
C. 4.8% (5 – 0.2).
10‐ After rodding each layer, the measure sides should be tapped ………….to ……… times by the
mallet.
A. 10 to 20.
B. 10 to 15.
C. 5 to 10.
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11‐ The minimum allowable capacity of the measuring bowl used in this test method is ………..L.
A. 5.7 L.
B. 7.5 L.
C. 14 L.
12‐ The tamping rod shall be a round straight steel rod ………..in. […….mm] in diameter.
A. ¼ in. [ 6 mm].
B. 5/8 in. [16 mm].
C. 1 inch. [25 mm]
13‐ In consolidation by vibration, the duration of vibration required will depend upon the
workability of the concrete and the effectiveness of the vibrator.
A. True.
B. False.
14‐ Assume that the reading from the dial gage is 6.2% and the Aggregate Correction Factor for the
concrete mixture is 0.5%. The final air content for this mixture is then:
A. 6.2 + 0.5 = 6.7%.
B. 6.2 ‐ 0.5 = 5.7%.
C. 6.2 x 0.5 = 3.1%.
D. 6.2%.
15‐ The aggregate correction factor should be determined independently by applying the
calibrated pressure to a sample of inundated fine and coarse aggregate in approximately the
same condition, amount, and the proportions occurring in the concrete sample under test.
A. True.
B. False.
16‐ When determining the concrete density by the air meter, the strike off bar should be used
instead of strike off plate.
A. True.
B. False.
17‐ The method of determining air content of concrete containing lightweight aggregate is the
pressure method.
A. True.
B. False.
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18‐ It is permissible to use ASTM C 231 to determine the air content of fresh concrete made with:
A. dense aggregates only.
B. lightweight aggregates only.
C. either dense or lightweight aggregates.
D. only highly porous aggregates.
19‐ The mallet weight should be approximately 2.25 ±0.50 lb (1.02±0.23 kg) for use with measures
of 0.5 ft3 (14 L) or smaller.
A. True.
B. False.
20‐ When using Type A meter; Calculate the final air content by subtracting the aggregate
correction factor from the apparent air content and record the results.
A. True.
B. False.
21‐ It is permissible to use the bowl of the pressure meter to determine the density of a concrete
mixture per ASTM C 138, so long as the coarse aggregate is of an appropriate size.
A. True
B. False
22‐ When consolidation the concrete by vibration, the vibrator should be inserted
……………insertions into each layer.
A. Two.
B. Three.
C. Five.
23‐ When using Type A meter; apply less than the desired test pressure by means of the small
hand pump.
A. True.
B. False.
24‐ The test for air content by the pressure method is to be conducted by placing the bowl on a
flat, level, and firm surface.
A. True.
B. False
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25‐ What must be done if there is an excessive amount of concrete in the measure following
consolidation of the final layer?
A. Remove a representative quantity of concrete with the scoop or trowel before strike off
B. Remove the top layer and refill the measure with concrete again.
C. Repeat the test.
26‐ The aggregate correction factor should be determined on:
A. a combined sample of fine and coarse aggregate.
B. on samples of fine and course aggregate separately.
C. on a sample of coarse aggregate only.
27‐ After closing both petcocks, pump air into the chamber until the gage hand is on the Initial
Pressure line.
A. True
B. False
28‐ If the concrete sample is to be consolidated by rodding, the measure is filled in ………………
layer.
A. Six.
B. More than two.
C. Four.
29‐ If the strike‐off plate is used to remove excess concrete:
A. Follow the strike off procedures outlined in ASTM C 138.
B. With the plate on its edge, move the plate across the bowl in a sawing motion.
C. Use any technique to finish the top surface, just so long as it ends up being smooth and
level.
D. There can not be more than 1/4 inch of concrete above the rim of the bowl.
30‐ After opening the air valve between the air chamber and bowl of a Type B meter,
A. Jar the meter to determine if air will be expelled from the petcock valves.
B. Read the final air content to the nearest 0.25%.
C. Read the air content, pump air back into the air chamber, release the air into the bowl and
check to see that both air readings are within 0.25% of each other.
D. Tap the sides of the bowl with the mallet to relieve local restraints.
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31‐ After completion of the air test,
A. Release the pressure in the bowl by opening both petcocks.
B. Remove the cover, dump the concrete from the base, and check for any undisturbed
concrete.
C. Open the main air valve while releasing the pressure from the bowl.
D. Reassemble the top section and re‐run the test.
32‐ When the coarse aggregate of a concrete mixture can be retained on a 2 inch sieve, wet sieve
a sufficient amount of material for the air content test (ASTM C 231) over a ……………. sieve.
A. ¾ in. [19 mm].
B. 1 in. [25 mm].
C. 1‐1/2 in. [37.5 mm].
D. 2 in. [50 mm].
33‐ Prior to placing concrete in the bowl of the pressure meter, dampen the interior of the bowl.
A. True
B. False
34‐ Consolidation of concrete in the bowl of a Type B pressure meter is accomplished by:
A. rodding only.
B. vibration only.
C. striking the bowl 25 times with the mallet.
D. either rodding or vibration, depending on the slump of the concrete.
35‐ On completion of consolidation, the bowl must not contain an excess or deficiency of concrete,
removal of ¼ in. [6 mm] during strike off is optimum.
A. True.
B. False.
36‐ When using Type A meter; after Adding water to the halfway mark in the standpipe, inclined
the apparatus assembly about 45° from vertical.
A. True.
B. False. (about 30° from vertical.)

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37‐ When using Type A meter; The values of h1 and h2 should be recorded to the nearest .............
A. Division.
B. Half division.
C. A or B.
38‐ When using Type B meter; the final air content equals to:……………………….
A. Reading off the dial gage.
B. Reading off the dial gage + aggregate correction factor.
C. Reading off the dial gage ‐ aggregate correction factor.
39‐ The aggregate correction factor is equal to:
A. The reading on the air‐content scale expressed as a percent of the volume of the bowl.
B. The reading on the air‐content scale plus the volume of water removed from the bowl
expressed as a percent of the volume of the bowl.
C. The reading on the air‐content scale minus the volume of water removed from the bowl
expressed as a percent of the volume of the bowl.
40‐ Strike‐off of the top surface of concrete is accomplished by using:
A. only a strike‐off bar.
B. only a strike‐off plate
C. only the tamping rod.
D. either the strike‐off bar or strike‐off plate.
41‐ The tamping rod for ASTM C 231 shall have a length not less than _____ inches.
A. 12
B. 16
C. 20
D. 24
42‐ What must be done if there is a slight deficiency in the quantity of concrete in the measure
following the consolidation of the final layer?
A. Repeat the test.
B. Remove the top layer and refill the measure with concrete again.
C. Add a quantity of representative concrete before strike off.
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43‐ When using Type A meter; When the pressure gage indicates the exact test pressure, read the
water level and record to the nearest division or half division on the gage of the standpipe.
A. True.
B. False.
44‐ When using Type A meter; the apparent air content equals to:……………………
A. initial gage reading.
B. Gage reading at zero pressure.
C. Gage reading at zero pressure ‐ initial gage reading
D. Gage reading at zero pressure + initial gage reading
45‐ The aggregate correction factor will not vary with different aggregate.
A. True.
B. False.
46‐ When determining the concrete density by the air meter, the strike off bar should be used
instead of strike off plate.
A. True.
B. False.
47‐ When rodding a layer of concrete in a Type B pressure meter, penetrate the surface of the
previous layer of concrete about 1 inch.
A. True.
B. False
48‐ When consolidation is by vibration, place concrete in the bowl of a Type B pressure meter in
……………… layer(s) of approximately equal volume.
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
49‐ When using Type A meter; apply less than the desired test pressure by means of the small
hand pump.
A. True.
B. False.
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50‐ Scoop used in this test should be a scoop of a size large enough so each amount of concrete
obtained from the sampling receptacle is representative and small enough so it is not spilled
during placement in the measuring bowl.
A. True.
B. False.
51‐ While placing the concrete in the bowl, move the scoop around the perimeter of bowl opening
to ensure an even distribution of the concrete with minimal segregation.
A. True.
B. False.

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ASTM C 173: Standard Test Method for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric
Method.
1‐ What is the approximate volume of the measuring cup used to add water to the sire meter, in
relation to the volume of the air meter bowl?
A. 1.00 ± 0.04%.
B. 1.00 ± 0.04 L.
C. 1.00 ± 0.04 ft3.
2‐ When filling the bowl of the air meter, the concrete must be placed in …………. layers of equal
depth.
A. Two.
B. Three.
C. Four.
3‐ How many times does the rolling operation occur?
A. One.
B. Two.
C. Three
4‐ If more than 2.5 pints of alcohol are used the final meter reading is always adjusted
……………………..
A. using a correction factor.
B. subtracting 0.25% from measured reading.
C. Adding 0.25% to measured reading.
5‐ The technician should discard the trail and start a new test if:
A. It takes more than 6 min for the liquid level to stabilize.
B. if there is more foam than that equivalent to 2 full percent air content division on the meter
scale over the liquid level.
C. A & B.
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6‐ If the reading of air content in the second trail is changed more than 0.25% from the initial
reading, the technician should:
A. Record it as the final meter reading of the sample test.
B. Record it as a new initial reading and repeat 1 min rolling.
C. Consider that the test is invalid and repeat the test on anther sample.
7‐ ASTM C 173 specifies a minimum time requirement for inverting and agitating the meter to
free concrete from the base.
A. True.
B. False.
8‐ The final reading tends to be slightly higher than the actual air content of the sample when
2.5pt [1.2 L] or less of isopropyl alcohol is used.
A. True.
B. False.
9‐ The maximum size aggregate allowed in this test is…………………………..
A. 20 mm.
B. 25 mm.
C. 37.5 mm.
10‐ When rodding concrete, rod each layer with ……………….strokes.
A. 25.
B. 35.
C. At least 35.
11‐ The minimum capacity of the bowl in this test method is …………ft3 [………L]
A. 0.050 ft3 [1.5 L].
B. 0.075 ft3 [2 L].
C. 0.010 ft3 [3 L]
12‐ When large amounts of alcohol are used, the direct reading will tend to indicate a ………….. air
content.
A. Lower.
B. Zero.
C. Higher.
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13‐ Record the air content to the nearest …………..air.
A. 1 %.
B. 0.50%
C. 0.25%
14‐ According the ASTM C 173, What is the air content (in percent) on the following concrete
batch?
The final meter reading = 8.5%. 3 pints of isopropyl alcohol are used. 2 calibrated cups of water
are used.
A. 10.2% = 8.5 – 0.3 + 2.
B. 6.8 % = 8.5 + 0.3 ‐ 2.
C. 6.2% = 8.5 – 0.3 ‐ 2.
D. 8.5%
15‐ If portions of undisturbed concrete are found in the air meter at the end of the test, the
technician should:
A. Consider that the test is valid and nothing should be done.
B. Consider that the test is valid but the reading of air content should adjusted by correction
factor.
C. Consider that the test is invalid.
16‐ In order for an initial meter reading to be valid, the meter must not be leaking, the liquid level
must stabilize with 6 minutes and the foam on the surface of the liquid must be less than 2 full
percent divisions.
A. True.
B. False.
17‐ A mallet weighing …………±………….. must be used to tap the sides of the bowl after rodding
each layer.
A. 1.25 ± 0.5 lb [600 ±200 g].
B. 1.5 ± 0.5 lb [720 ±200 g].
C. 1.25 ± 0.25 lb [600 ±100 g].
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18‐ The direct reading of the final liquid level in the neck of the air meter is estimated to the
nearest ……………...
A. 1 %.
B. 0.50%
C. 0.25%
19‐ The test is valid if portions of undisturbed concrete are found in the bowl in the end of test
procedure.
A. True.
B. False.
20‐ The acceptable value of tolerance of air content in air‐entrained concrete is specified in ASTM
173.
A. True.
B. False.
21‐ This test method covers the determination of the air content of freshly mixed concrete
containing.
A. lightweight aggregate.
B. Normal or heavyweight aggregates.
C. All kinds of aggregates.
22‐ The initial quantity of water and alcohol added to air meter can be poured directly into the
neck of the top section of the air meter.
A. True.
B. False (The funnel must be used).
23‐ If the air content is greater than 9% range of the meter:
A. Repeat the test.
B. Additional quantity of alcohol is added to bring the liquid level within the graduated range.
C. Calibrated cups of water are added to bring the liquid level within the graduated range.
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24‐ If, at any time, during the inversion and rolling procedure liquid is found to be leaking from the
meter, the technician should:
A. Continue performing the test.
B. Add additional water to the air meter and continue the test.
C. Consider that the test is invalid and a new test shall be started.
25‐ The liquid level is considered stable when it does not change more than.
A. 0.2 within 2 minutes.
B. 0.2 within 6 minutes.
C. 0.5 within 5 minutes.
26‐ According the ASTM C 173, What is the air content (in percent) on the following concrete
batch?
The final meter reading = 6%.
2 pints of isopropyl alcohol are used.
A. 6.3%.
B. 5.7%.
C. 4%.
D. 6%
27‐ The concentration of isopropyl alcohol used in ASTM C173 Test methods is:
A. 70% by volume (65% by weight).
B. 50% by volume (46% by weight).
C. 20% by volume (18% by weight).
28‐ This test methods is applicable to measure the air content in concrete with lightweight
aggregates:
A. True.
B. False.

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29‐ The top section of air meter should be graduated in increments not greater than ……… from
…………. to …………
A. 1 % from 0 to 9%.
B. 0.5% from 0 to 10%.
C. 0.5% from 0 to 9%.
30‐ The maximum size aggregate allowed in this test method is …..…in [……..mm]
A. 1 ½ in. [37.5 mm].
B. 1 in. [25 mm].
C. ½ in [12.5 mm]
31‐ How long should the air meter be inverted and agitated?
A. 2 minutes.
B. No more than five seconds at a time, but must be repeated for a minimum of 45 seconds
to free concrete from the base.
C. No more than ten seconds at a time.
32‐ Upon final filling the bowl with water, what part of the liquid level should be adjusted to the
zero mark on the meter.
A. Top of the meniscus.
B. Middle of the meniscus.
C. Bottom of the meniscus.
33‐ ASTM C 173 measures the total volume of air present in
A. Both the paste (mortar) fraction and aggregates.
B. The mortar fraction only.
C. Porous, lightweight aggregate particles.
D. The aggregate fraction only.
34‐ The purpose for adding isopropyl alcohol to the volumetric meter is to
A. Fill the meter more quickly.
B. Reduce costs, as alcohol is cheaper than tap water.
C. Help the paste separate from the bowl when dumped out at the end of the test.
D. Help dissolve the foam that can be created during the test
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35‐ Excess concrete above the rim of the bowl is struck off using
A. a strike‐off bar.
B. a strike‐off plate.
C. the tamping rod.
D. either a strike‐off bar or strike‐off plate.
36‐ Prior to adding any isopropyl alcohol to the meter, it is necessary to add at least ________ of
water to the meter.
A. 1 cup
B. 1 pint
C. 1 quart
D. 1 gallon
37‐ During the inversion and shaking processes, the MINIMUM total amount of time that the
meter should be inverted is
A. 5 seconds.
B. 20 seconds.
C. 45 seconds.
D. 1 minute.
38‐ During the inversion and shaking process, the MAXIMUM time that the meter should be
inverted at any time is
A. 5 seconds.
B. 30 seconds.
C. 45 seconds.
D. 1 minute
39‐ The rolling process should be continued for approximately
A. 5 seconds.
B. 30 seconds.
C. 45 seconds.
D. 1 minute.
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40‐ The liquid level in the neck of the meter is considered stable when
A. Two readings are within 0.25% of each other.
B. A reading can be taken to the nearest 0.25%.
C. There is less than 2 percent increments of foam in the neck.
D. The liquid level does not change more than 0.25% in 2 minutes.
41‐ Whenever a reading of the liquid level is taken, the reading is rounded to the nearest:
A. 0.25%.
B. 0.50%.
C. 1%.
D. 0.1%.
42‐ A test must be discarded if the amount of foam present in the neck is equivalent to …………
percent air content divisions, or more, over the liquid level.
A. 0.25
B. 0.50
C. 1
D. 2
43‐ Confirmation of the initial meter reading is obtained when the difference between the initial
and final meter readings are within …………. of each other.
A. 1%.
B. 0.10%.
C. 0.50%.
D. 0.25%.
44‐ When taking a reading of the liquid level, read to the:
A. Top of the meniscus.
B. Top of the foam.
C. Bottom of the meniscus.
D. Bottom of the foam.
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45‐ If undisturbed, tightly packed concrete is found adhering to the bowl of the volumetric meter
when emptied
A. Apply the aggregate correction factor to the final meter reading.
B. Apply the alcohol correction factor to the final meter reading.
C. Use extra care in cleaning the equipment.
D. Discard the test, as the results are invalid.
46‐ The Final Meter Reading from the neck is found to be 6.25%. Three pints of alcohol were
added with the water giving a correction factor of 0.3 (Table 1). There was no need to add
calibrated cups of water to the meter. The final air content from this test is
A. 6.25 ‐ 0.3 = 5.95 rounded to 6.0%
B. 6.25 + 0.3 = 6.55 rounded to 6.5%
C. 6.25 x 0.3 = 1.88 rounded to 2.0%
D. 6.25%
47‐ If the liquid level falls below the bottom of the site glass,
A) Discard the test as an air content greater than 9% violates the specifications.
B) Discard the test and run a new test adding more alcohol.
C) Add a sufficient number of calibrated cups of water to bring the liquid level into the visible
range.
D) Add a sufficient number of calibrated cups of alcohol to bring the liquid level into the visible
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ASTM C 31: Standard Practice for Making and Curing Test Specimens in the Field
1‐ When strength specimens are to be made, What three other tests must be made?
A. Slump, Temperature and Air content tests.
B. Slump, Temperature and Density tests.
C. Slump test only.
2‐ When rodding the second and final layers of a 6 by 12 in. [150 by 300 mm] cylinder, the
tamping rod should penetrate the underlying layer by about.
A. 0.5 in. [12.5 mm]
B. 1 in. [25 mm].
C. 1.5 in. [37.5 mm]
3‐ Upon completion of initial curing, the test specimens may be left in their molds and sealed in
plastic bags.
A. True.
B. False.
4‐ Preparation of specimens for transport includes:
A. Determination that at least 8 h has elapsed since final set.
B. Ensuring specimens have not been demoulded.
C. Allowing the specimens to air dry for at lest 4 h.
5‐ Strength test specimens transported from the field to the testing laboratory must be:
A. Protected from jarring.
B. Protected from moisture loss.
C. Protected from freezing.
D. A and B only.
E. A, B, and C.
6‐ For normal strength concretes, what temperature range must be maintained for test cylinders
during initial curing?
A. 60 – 80 °F [16 – 27 °C].
B. 32 – 60 °F [0 – 16 °C].
C. 80 – 120 °F [27 – 49 °C].
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7‐ Unless specified otherwise, strength test specimens molded from concrete having a slump less
than 1 in. [25 mm] must be consolidated by vibration.
A. True.
B. False.
8‐ It is acceptable to fabricate a test specimen from the same concrete used for the air content
test.
A. True.
B. False.
9‐ The dimensions of tamping rod used in this test method depend on:
A. Diameter of cylinder of width of beam.
B. Maximum nominal size of coarse aggregates.
C. Quantity of concrete sample.
10‐ A 6 by 12 in. [150 by 300 mm] cylinder mold can be used for concrete containing aggregate
with particles not exceeding …...... in. [……..mm] in size without the need for wet sieving the
concrete.
A. 1 in. [25 mm].
B. 1.5 in. [37.5 mm].
C. 2 in. [50 mm]
11‐ After molding test specimens, the technician should wait 2 hours before moving them to the
location of initial storage.
A. True.
B. False.
12‐ When using an internal vibrator to consolidate a 6 by 12 in. [150 by 300 mm] compressive
strength test specimen, the vibrator must be inserted at ……………. different points for each
layer.
A. Two.
B. Three.
C. Five.
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13‐ A 4 by 8 in. [100 by 200 mm] test specimens can be used for acceptance testing for
compressive strength.
A. True.
B. False.
14‐ For the concrete mixture with a specified strength of 6000 psi [48 Mpa] or greater, the initial
curing temperature shall be:
A. 60 – 80 °F [16 – 27 °C].
B. 68 – 78 °F [20 – 26 °C].
C. 80 – 120 °F [27 – 49 °C].
15‐ The final curing for compressive test specimens should be started within …………….. min after
removing the molds.
A. 15 min.
B. 30 min.
C. 45 min.
16‐ Test cylinder may be capped with a thin layer of stiff Portland cement paste which is permitted
to harden and cure with the specimen.
A. True.
B. False.
17‐ The supporting surface on which specimens are stored shall be level within ……………
A. ½ in. per ft [40 mm per m].
B. ¾ in. per ft [50 mm per m].
C. ¼ in. per ft [20 mm per m.]
18‐ When consolidation a flexural strength test specimens by rodding, rod one stroke for each
…………… of the top surface area.
A. 1 in.2 [7 cm2].
B. 2 in.2 [14 cm2].
C. 3 in.2 [21 cm2].
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19‐ Specimens shall not be transported from the field and to the laboratory until at least ……….
hours after final set.
A. 8 hours.
B. 12 hours.
C. 24 hours.
20‐ Cylinders made for the purpose of determining the strength when a structure may be put into
service shall be removed from the molds:
A. after 48 hours of casting.
B. at the time of compressive strength test [28 days].
C. at the time of removal of formwork.
21‐ The temperature and moisture environment for field cured cylinders must be the same as the
structure work.
A. True.
B. False.
22‐ The length of cylindrical test specimens should be three times its diameter.
A. True.
B. False.
23‐ For final curing, the specimens should cure with free water maintained on their surfaces at all
times at a temperature of …………°F […………..°C] using water storage tank or moisture rooms.
A. 73 ± 3 °F [23 ± 2 °C].
B. 68 ± 3 °F [20 ± 2 °C].
C. 78 ± 3 °F [26 ± 2 °C].
24‐ The minimum frequency of an internal vibrator used in this procedure is ………………
A. 5000 vibrations per minutes.
B. 7000 vibrations per minutes.
C. 9000 vibrations per minutes.
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25‐ For concrete with a slump of less than 1 in. [25 mm], the test specimens must be consolidated
by:
A. Only rodding.
B. Only vibration.
C. A or B.
26‐ When internal vibration is used to consolidate a standard flexural strength test specimen, the
technician should insert the vibrator at interval not exceeding ……….. in. [………..mm] along the
center line of the beam.
A. 3 in. [75 mm]
B. 6 in. [150 mm]
C. 9 in. [225 mm]
27‐ Transportation time shall not exceed……………….
A. 4 hours.
B. 2 hours.
C. 45 minutes.
28‐ The tamping rod should be:
A. Flat.
B. Tapered.
C. Pointed.
29‐ Beams are to be cured the same as cylinders except that they shall be stored in water with
calcium hydroxide 73 ± 3 °F [ 23 ± 2 °C] at least 10 hours prior to testing.
A. True.
B. False. (at least 20 hours)
30‐ For cylinders with a diameter of 6 in. [150 mm] or greater, the tamping rod must be a round,
straight steel rod with a diameter of ………..in. [………mm].
A. ¼ in. [ 6 mm].
B. 5/8 in. [16 mm].
C. 1 inch. [25 mm].
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31‐ If the concrete is to be consolidated by vibration, a standard 6 by 12 in. [150 by 300 mm]
cylinder mold must be filled in …………equal layers.
A. At least three.
B. Three.
C. Two.
32‐ Cylinders that are to be field cured and stored in or on the structure as near as to the point of
deposit of the concrete represented as possible, and protected in as near as possible the same
way as the formed work.
A. True.
B. False.
33‐ Standard curing is the curing method used when test specimens are to be used for:
A. Acceptance testing for specified strength.
B. Checking the adequacy of mixture proportions for strength.
C. Quality control.
E. None of the above.
34‐ It is possible that the cylinders can be transported to the lab immediately after casting.
A. True.
B. False.
35‐ When rodding a standard 6 by 12 in. [150 by 300 mm] cylinder, each layer must be rodded
………………times.
A. less than 25.
B. 25.
C. more than 25
36‐ For a period not to exceed 3 hours immediately prior to test, standard curing temperature is
not required provided free moisture is maintained on the cylinders and the ambient
temperature is between 68 and 86°F [20 and 30 °C].
A. True.
B. False.
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37‐ The tamping rod requirements for a standard 6 by 12 in. [150 by 300 mm] cylinder are:
A. Diameter 3/8 in. [10 mm] , length 12 in. [300 mm]. (for 100 by 200 mm cylinder)
B. Diameter 5/8 in. [16 mm] , length 20 in. [500 mm].
C. Diameter 5/8 in. [16 mm] , length 26 in. [650 mm]. (for cylinder with 225 mm diameter)
38‐ The cross‐sectional dimensions for the standard sized flexural strength (beam) specimen are
A. 2 x 2 inches [50 × 50 mm]
B. 4 x 4 inches [100 × 100 mm]
C. 6 x 6 inches [150 × 150 mm]
D. 8 x 8 inches [250 × 250 mm]
39‐ For compressive strength specimens, when the nominal maximum size (NMS) of the coarse
aggregate exceeds 2 inches
A. use a cylinder mold having a diameter of at least 9 inches [225 mm].
B. wet sieve the sample of concrete over a 1‐1/2 inch [37.5 mm] sieve.
C. wet sieve the sample of concrete over a 2 inch [50 mm] sieve.
D. ASTM C 31 does not apply when the NMS of the coarse aggregate exceeds 2 inches [50mm].
40‐ Technicians making and curing specimens for acceptance testing shall be certified as an ACI
Concrete Field Testing Technicians, Grade I, or equivalent.
A. True.
B. False.
41‐ When molding a 4 x 8 inch [100 × 200 mm]cylinder by rodding, use a tamping rod with a
diameter of ……………….
A. 1 in [25 mm]
B. 5/8 [16 mm]
C. 1/2 [12.5 mm]
D. 3/8 [10 mm]
42‐ When test specimens are to be molded, it is also necessary to determine the slump, air
content, and temperature of the fresh concrete.
A. True.
B. False.
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43‐ It is permissible to tap single‐use plastic cylinder molds 10 to 15 times per layer with a mallet,
so long as the mold is not damaged in the process.
A. True.
B. False.
44‐ Standard Cured specimens shall initially be stored for a period of ………… at the specified
temperature range and in an environment that prevents moisture loss.
A. exactly 24 hours
B. up to 24 hours
C. exactly 48 hours
D. up to 48 hours
45‐ Cylinder specimens made for determining when a structure can be placed in service shall be
removed from their molds
A. as soon as the concrete achieves final set.
B. at 7 days of age.
C. at the same time that the formwork is removed from the structure.
D. just prior to testing the specimens for strength.
46‐ The concrete used to mold test specimens shall be sampled BEFORE any on‐site adjustments in
water or admixtures are made.
A. True
B. False
47‐ Specimens cured following Standard Curing requirements can be used
A. for acceptance testing for strength.
B. to evaluate the adequacy of curing and protection of concrete in the structure.
C. to determine whether a structure can be put in service or not.
D. to determine the density of fresh concrete.
48‐ The diameter of a cylinder mold shall be at least ……….. times the nominal maximum size
(NMS) of the coarse aggregate.
A. 1
B. 1.5
C. 2
D. 3
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49‐ When consolidating a 6 x 12 inch cylinder by rodding, the rod shall be ……….. in length.
A. 12 ± 4 (or 8 to 16) inches, [300 ± 100 (200 to 400)mm]
B. 20 ± 4 (or 16 to 24) inches ,[500 ± 100 (400 to 600)mm]
C. 26 ± 4 (or 22 to 30) inches, [650 ± 100 (550 to 750)mm]
D. 24 [600 mm]
50‐ When a cylinder is to be tested for acceptance, the size of the cylinder mold
A. must be 6 x 12 inches [150 × 300 mm].
B. can be 3 x 6 [75 × 150 mm], 6 x 12 [150 ×300 mm], or 9 x 18 inches [225 × 550 mm].
C. can be 4 x 8 [100 × 200 mm] or 6 x 12 inches [150 × 300 mm].
D. is based on the slump of the mixture.
51‐ After consolidating a layer of concrete in a beam mold by rodding
A. Tap the outside of the mold no more than 10 times with the mallet.
B. Tap the sides with the mallet, then spade along the sides and ends of the mold with a
trowel.
C. Tap the mold 10 to 15 times with an open hand.
D. Tap the sides of the mold 10 to 15 times, and the ends 5 to 10 times, with the mallet

52‐ A suitable sealant, such as heavy grease, modeling clay, or microcrystalline wax shall be used
where necessary to prevent leakage through the mold joints.
A. True.
B. False.
53‐ Reusable mold such as steel molds shall be lightly coated with……………… before use.
A. Uranium.
B. Kerosene.
C. Mineral oil or a suitable nonreactive form release material.
D. Chocolate.
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