ASTM WGU C173 EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
The volumetric method of determining the air content of concrete can be used
on concrete containing what types of aggregate? - ANSWER All types of
aggregate
What are the requirements for the tamping rod used in this test method? -
ANSWER Round, smooth, 5/8 in [16mm] in diameter, hemispherical ends
What are the requirements for the strike-off bar used in this test method? -
ANSWER flat, metal bar 1/8 × 3/4 * 12in, plastic 1/4 * 3/4 * 12in
What is the approximate volume of the measuring cup used to add water to the
air meter, concerning the volume of the air meter bowl? - ANSWER 1.00%
(+_).4%
What type alcohol and concentration shall be used in this test method? -
ANSWER Isopropyl, 70%
A mallet with a weight of _____shall be used for tapping the sides of the bowl
after rodding each layer. - ANSWER 1.25lb [.6kg]
The concrete sample to be used in this test method shall be obtained in
conformance with what ASTM Practice? - ANSWER C172
CORRECT ANSWERS
The volumetric method of determining the air content of concrete can be used
on concrete containing what types of aggregate? - ANSWER All types of
aggregate
What are the requirements for the tamping rod used in this test method? -
ANSWER Round, smooth, 5/8 in [16mm] in diameter, hemispherical ends
What are the requirements for the strike-off bar used in this test method? -
ANSWER flat, metal bar 1/8 × 3/4 * 12in, plastic 1/4 * 3/4 * 12in
What is the approximate volume of the measuring cup used to add water to the
air meter, concerning the volume of the air meter bowl? - ANSWER 1.00%
(+_).4%
What type alcohol and concentration shall be used in this test method? -
ANSWER Isopropyl, 70%
A mallet with a weight of _____shall be used for tapping the sides of the bowl
after rodding each layer. - ANSWER 1.25lb [.6kg]
The concrete sample to be used in this test method shall be obtained in
conformance with what ASTM Practice? - ANSWER C172