What is the purpose of the compressive strength test for concrete?
Concrete Test: Compressive Strength

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To measure the temperature of the concrete
To determine the ability of the concrete to withstand loads and pressure
To test the taste of the concrete
To determine the color of the concrete
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What are the standard units for expressing compressive strength?
Kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m^3)
Gallons per minute (gpm)
Megapascals (MPa) or Pounds per square inch (psi)
Miles per hour (mph)
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How is the compressive strength of concrete determined in the laboratory?
Compression test on specimens
Tensile test on specimens
Shear test on specimens
Flexural test on specimens
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What factors can affect the compressive strength of concrete?
Water-cement ratio, curing conditions, aggregate type and quality, and admixtures
Time of day the concrete was poured
Color of the concrete
Temperature of the surrounding environment
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30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the compressive strength test in construction?
It tests the ability of the material to withstand extreme heat
It measures the flexibility of the material
It determines the color of the concrete
It helps to determine the ability of a material to withstand compressive loads and ensure the quality and safety of concrete structures.
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What are the different types of compressive strength tests for concrete?
Circular test, oval test, pentagon test
Triangle test, sphere test, rectangular test
Tensile test, flexural test, shear test
Standard cylinder test, cube test, core test
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What is the typical range of compressive strength for normal concrete?
8000 to 10000 psi
3000 to 7000 psi
2000 to 6000 psi
1000 to 5000 psi
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