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Alabama (AL) Concrete Contractor Practice
Exam Questions & Study Guide Questions &
Answers VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR
Alabama (AL) Concrete Contractor Practice Exam
This practice exam is designed to help you prepare for the Alabama Concrete Contractor
licensing examination administered by the Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors
through PSI.
Exam & Licensure Overview
Category Details
Governing Authority Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors
Exam Provider PSI
Number of Questions 60
Time Limit 150 minutes (2.5 hours)
Passing Score 70% (42 correct answers)
Exam Fee $192.00
Application Fee $300 (plus $100 construction education donation)
Exam Type Open book
License Requirements
• Pre-approval Required: You must obtain pre-approval from the Alabama Licensing
Board before scheduling the exam .
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• Experience: Document at least 3 completed projects and 3 years of experience in the
concrete category .
• Business & Law Exam: The Alabama Business and Law exam is also required to obtain
your contractor's license .
• Financial Statement: Submit an official financial statement (less than 1 year old)
completed by a CPA showing a minimum net worth of $10,000 AND working capital .
• Monetary Limit: Maximum bid limits are set based on your financial status .
• License Required For: Work over $50,000 .
• No Bond/Insurance Mandated: There is no mandated bond or insurance requirement at
this time .
Qualifying Party Requirements
• A full-time employee for at least 90 consecutive days preceding the examination .
• Must provide all prior affiliations with licensed contractors .
• Must disclose whether involved in sanctions levied against such contractors .
Allowed Reference Books
The exam is open-book, and the following references are permitted :
• 2021 International Building Code
• 2021 International Residential Code
• Pipe and Excavation Contracting
• Formwork for Concrete, 8th Edition
• Placing Reinforcing Bars, 10th Edition
• ACI 318-14 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete & Commentary
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
• Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition
Practice Examination
Domain 1: Concrete Materials & Mix Design
Question 1: What does the water-to-cement (w/c) ratio primarily control in a concrete mix?
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A) Workability
B) Compressive strength
C) Air content
D) Setting time
Correct Answer: B
The w/c ratio directly influences the paste that binds aggregates; a lower ratio yields higher
compressive strength, while higher ratios reduce strength .
Question 2: Which component is the primary binder in concrete?
A) Sand
B) Cement
C) Gravel
D) Water
Correct Answer: B
Cement hydrates with water to bind aggregates together and form hardened concrete .
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Question 3: Which admixture is used to increase the air content of concrete for freeze-thaw
durability?
A) Superplasticizer
B) Retarder
C) Air-entraining agent
D) Accelerating admixture
Correct Answer: C
Air-entraining agents create microscopic air bubbles that relieve internal pressure during
freezing, improving durability in cold climates .
Question 4: The most common type of Portland cement in the United States is:
A) Type I
B) Type II
C) Type III
D) Type V
Alabama (AL) Concrete Contractor Practice
Exam Questions & Study Guide Questions &
Answers VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR
Alabama (AL) Concrete Contractor Practice Exam
This practice exam is designed to help you prepare for the Alabama Concrete Contractor
licensing examination administered by the Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors
through PSI.
Exam & Licensure Overview
Category Details
Governing Authority Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors
Exam Provider PSI
Number of Questions 60
Time Limit 150 minutes (2.5 hours)
Passing Score 70% (42 correct answers)
Exam Fee $192.00
Application Fee $300 (plus $100 construction education donation)
Exam Type Open book
License Requirements
• Pre-approval Required: You must obtain pre-approval from the Alabama Licensing
Board before scheduling the exam .
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• Experience: Document at least 3 completed projects and 3 years of experience in the
concrete category .
• Business & Law Exam: The Alabama Business and Law exam is also required to obtain
your contractor's license .
• Financial Statement: Submit an official financial statement (less than 1 year old)
completed by a CPA showing a minimum net worth of $10,000 AND working capital .
• Monetary Limit: Maximum bid limits are set based on your financial status .
• License Required For: Work over $50,000 .
• No Bond/Insurance Mandated: There is no mandated bond or insurance requirement at
this time .
Qualifying Party Requirements
• A full-time employee for at least 90 consecutive days preceding the examination .
• Must provide all prior affiliations with licensed contractors .
• Must disclose whether involved in sanctions levied against such contractors .
Allowed Reference Books
The exam is open-book, and the following references are permitted :
• 2021 International Building Code
• 2021 International Residential Code
• Pipe and Excavation Contracting
• Formwork for Concrete, 8th Edition
• Placing Reinforcing Bars, 10th Edition
• ACI 318-14 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete & Commentary
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
• Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition
Practice Examination
Domain 1: Concrete Materials & Mix Design
Question 1: What does the water-to-cement (w/c) ratio primarily control in a concrete mix?
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A) Workability
B) Compressive strength
C) Air content
D) Setting time
Correct Answer: B
The w/c ratio directly influences the paste that binds aggregates; a lower ratio yields higher
compressive strength, while higher ratios reduce strength .
Question 2: Which component is the primary binder in concrete?
A) Sand
B) Cement
C) Gravel
D) Water
Correct Answer: B
Cement hydrates with water to bind aggregates together and form hardened concrete .
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Question 3: Which admixture is used to increase the air content of concrete for freeze-thaw
durability?
A) Superplasticizer
B) Retarder
C) Air-entraining agent
D) Accelerating admixture
Correct Answer: C
Air-entraining agents create microscopic air bubbles that relieve internal pressure during
freezing, improving durability in cold climates .
Question 4: The most common type of Portland cement in the United States is:
A) Type I
B) Type II
C) Type III
D) Type V
