Practice Types Of Concrete Pavements (16.1) - Cement Concrete for Pavement Construction

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Question 1.
What does PCC stand for?
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Think of the simplest form of concrete pavement.
Question 2.
Which pavement type uses steel reinforcement?
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It's a type that has added strength.
3Question 3.
What is the main characteristic of Plain Cement Concrete Pavement?
- Has steel reinforcement
- No reinforcement
- Uses pre-tensioned tendons
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It's the simplest form.
4Question 4.
True or False: RCC has a higher number of joints compared to PCC.
- True
- False
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Think about the benefits of added strength.
Question 5.
Evaluate the given situation: A city is choosing between PCC and RCC for constructing a new road in a high-traffic area. Which would you recommend and why?
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Think about traffic and durability.
Question 6.
Given the advantages, what economic factors should a municipality consider when choosing Prestressed Concrete Pavement for airport runways?
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Consider the total cost of ownership, including initial and maintenance costs.

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