CNST 242 EXAM 1 questions and answers
2024\2025 A+ Grade
Soil and rock consist essentially of the same matter
T or F
- correct answer True
In the commonly used soil classification system, sand and silt are classified as
coarse-grained soils.
- correct answer none of the above
The four commonly used classifications of soils arranged in order of decreasing particle size are
- correct answer gravel, sand, silt, and clay
Which of the following statements is correct ?
- correct answer clay particles have platelike shape
Cohesive soils are those in which the dry soil particles tend to separate from each other when mixed
with a small amount of water.
T or F
- correct answer False
To obtain soil-sampling tubes from below ground, which soil-testing method is commonly used?
- correct answer test boring method
During soil testing, soil samples are obtained from
- correct answer several locations on the site and from several depths below ground.
2024\2025 A+ Grade
Soil and rock consist essentially of the same matter
T or F
- correct answer True
In the commonly used soil classification system, sand and silt are classified as
coarse-grained soils.
- correct answer none of the above
The four commonly used classifications of soils arranged in order of decreasing particle size are
- correct answer gravel, sand, silt, and clay
Which of the following statements is correct ?
- correct answer clay particles have platelike shape
Cohesive soils are those in which the dry soil particles tend to separate from each other when mixed
with a small amount of water.
T or F
- correct answer False
To obtain soil-sampling tubes from below ground, which soil-testing method is commonly used?
- correct answer test boring method
During soil testing, soil samples are obtained from
- correct answer several locations on the site and from several depths below ground.
