Practice Apply Stability Correction (26.5) - Marshall Mix Design - Transportation Engineering - Vol 2

Practice: Apply stability correction

Lesson 26.5Marshall Mix Design

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Question 1.
What is the standard thickness for a Marshall specimen?
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It's specified in the design standards.
Question 2.
Why is stability correction necessary?
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Think about what happens if the thickness varies.
3Question 3.
What is the purpose of applying stability correction?
- To adjust measured values to standard thickness
- To reduce the thickness
- To decrease stability
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Consider the role of specimen thickness in stability.
4Question 4.
True or False: A correction factor of 1.00 indicates that no correction is needed.
- True
- False
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Think about what happens if the thickness is correct.
Question 5.
A series of Marshall specimens are prepared at different heights. Specimen A (70 mm; stability 480 kg), Specimen B (63.5 mm; stability 520 kg), and Specimen C (66 mm; stability 500 kg). Compute the corrected stabilities and discuss any implications for the mix design.
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Look for the proper correction factors from the table.
Question 6.
Imagine you're presenting stability results in a report. Specimen D had a measured stability of 620 kg but was 72 mm thick. Determine the correction factor and discuss how that affects overall mix performance.
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Use the correction factor appropriate for 72 mm to see the adjustment.

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