Asphalt 1 Test Review Questions
And Correct Answers
A thin layer of mix will cool at the same rate whether it is sunny or cloudy
False
A transverse joint should be compacted in the longitudinal direction unless the
roller cannot compact the joint because site restriction then it is permissible to
be compacted transversely
False
An approximate "rule of thumb" is for every _______ percent increase in air voids
above (6 to 7%) about _______ percent of the pavement life may be loss
1 and 10
An end plate (or end gate or edger plate) is attached to the end of the screed to
restrict the outward movement of the mix around the end of the screed
True
, An extremely high paver speed - more than ______, for thick lift, may cause a
lack of responsiveness of the screed
83 feet per minute
Butt joints are acceptable when traffic will not pass over the joint prior to the
next paving operation
True
Durang, rolling, rolling wheels, are kept moist with water, and only enough fuel
oil to avoid picking up material
False
Elimination of segregation is the responsibility of
Those who produce and lay assault mix
State Highway Departments who approve the design of the mix and inspect the
final product
Manufacturers who designed the market machinery for the paving industry.
And Correct Answers
A thin layer of mix will cool at the same rate whether it is sunny or cloudy
False
A transverse joint should be compacted in the longitudinal direction unless the
roller cannot compact the joint because site restriction then it is permissible to
be compacted transversely
False
An approximate "rule of thumb" is for every _______ percent increase in air voids
above (6 to 7%) about _______ percent of the pavement life may be loss
1 and 10
An end plate (or end gate or edger plate) is attached to the end of the screed to
restrict the outward movement of the mix around the end of the screed
True
, An extremely high paver speed - more than ______, for thick lift, may cause a
lack of responsiveness of the screed
83 feet per minute
Butt joints are acceptable when traffic will not pass over the joint prior to the
next paving operation
True
Durang, rolling, rolling wheels, are kept moist with water, and only enough fuel
oil to avoid picking up material
False
Elimination of segregation is the responsibility of
Those who produce and lay assault mix
State Highway Departments who approve the design of the mix and inspect the
final product
Manufacturers who designed the market machinery for the paving industry.
