1
GATE CE 2011
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
The cross-section of a thermo-mechanically treated (TMT) reinforcing bar has
A
Soft ferrite-pearlite throughout.
B
Hard martensite throughout
C
A soft ferrite-pearlite core with a hard martensitic rim.
D
A hard martensitic core with a soft pearlite-bainitic rim.
2
GATE CE 2009
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
For limit state of collapse, the partial safety factors recommended by IS 456:2000 for estimating the design strength of concrete and reinforcing steel are respectively
A
1.15 and 1.5
B
1.0 and 1.0
C
1.5 and 1.15
D
1.5 and 1.0
3
GATE CE 2008
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
A reinforced concrete structure has to be constructed along a sea coast. The minimum grade of concrete to be used as per IS: 456-2000 is
A
M 15
B
M 20
C
M 25
D
M 30
4
GATE CE 2007
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
Consider the following statements:

1. The compressive strength of concrete decreases with increase in water-cement ratio of the concrete mix.

2. Water is added to the concrete mix for hydration of cement and workability.

3. Creep and shrinkage of concrete are independent of the water-cement ratio in the concrete mix.

The true statements are
A
1 and 2
B
1, 2 and 3
C
2 and 3
D
only 2
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