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GATE CE 2017 Set 2
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
Let the characteristic strength be defined as that value, below which not more than 50% of the results are expected to fall. Assuming a standard deviation of 4 MPa, the target mean strength (in MPa) to be considered in the mix design of a M25 concrete would be
A
18.42
B
21.00
C
25.00
D
31.58
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GATE CE 2015 Set 1
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
Consider the following statements for air-entrained concrete:

(i) Air-entrainment reduces the water demand for a given level of workability

(ii) Use of air-entrained concrete is required in environments where cyclic freezing and thawing is expected.

Which of the following is TRUE?
A
Both (i) and (ii) are True
B
Both (i) and (ii) are False
C
(i) is True and (ii) is False
D
(i) is False and (ii) is True
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GATE CE 2015 Set 1
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
Workability of concrete can be measured using slump, compaction factor and Vee bee time. Consider the following statements for workability of concrete:

(i) As the slump increases, the Vebe time increases

(ii) As the slum increases, the compaction factor increases

Which of the following is TRUE?
A
Both (i) and (ii) are True
B
Both (i) and (ii) are False
C
(i) is True and (ii) is False
D
(i) is False and (ii) is True
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GATE CE 2014 Set 2
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
The target mean strength fcm for concrete mix design obtained from the characteristic strength (fck) and standard deviation $$\sigma$$, as defined in IS:456-2000, is
A
$${\mathrm f}_\mathrm{ck}\;+\;1.35\mathrm\sigma$$
B
$${\mathrm f}_\mathrm{ck}\;+\;1.45\mathrm\sigma$$
C
$${\mathrm f}_\mathrm{ck}\;+\;1.55\mathrm\sigma$$
D
$${\mathrm f}_\mathrm{ck}\;+\;1.65\mathrm\sigma$$
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