Explore topic-wise MCQs in Concrete Technology.

This section includes 14 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Concrete Technology knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Super plasticizers reduce water requirement by ___________ %.

A. 12-30
B. 10-15
C. 30-42
D. 48
Answer» B. 10-15
2.

What is the main function of set retarders?

A. Increase curing rate
B. Slows curing rate
C. Improves workability at low w/c ratio
D. Speeds up start of finishing operations
Answer» C. Improves workability at low w/c ratio
3.

Mid-range water reducers result in at least _________ %.

A. 2
B. 4
C. 6
D. 8
Answer» E.
4.

Which of the following option doesn’t come in mineral admixtures?

A. Set retarders
B. Blast Furnace Slag
C. Flyash
D. Silica Fume
Answer» B. Blast Furnace Slag
5.

Which of the following option doesn’t come in chemical admixtures?

A. Plasticizers
B. Pozzolanic
C. Super plasticizer
D. Accelerators
Answer» C. Super plasticizer
6.

Which of the following statement is incorrect about the function of admixtures?

A. To accelerate the initial set of concrete, to speed up the rate of development of strength at early ages
B. To enhance the workability
C. To reduce the segregation in grout and concrete mixers
D. To retard the initial set, to keep concrete workable for a shorter time for placement
Answer» E.
7.

WHAT_IS_THE_MAIN_FUNCTION_OF_SET_RETARDERS??$

A. Increase curing rate
B. Slows curing rate
C. Improves workability at low w/c ratio
D. Speeds up start of finishing operations
Answer» C. Improves workability at low w/c ratio
8.

Super_plasticizers_reduce_water_requirement_by_____________%.$

A. 12-30
B. 10-15
C. 30-42
D. 48
Answer» B. 10-15
9.

Mid-range water reducers result in at least _________ %?

A. 2
B. 4
C. 6
D. 8
Answer» E.
10.

Admixtures which cause early setting, and hardening of concrete are called __________

A. Plasticizers
B. Retarders
C. Super plasticizer
D. Accelerators
Answer» E.
11.

Classification of admixtures are classified into ________ types.

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 5
Answer» C. 3
12.

Which of the following option doesn’t come in chemical admixtures?$

A. Plasticizers
B. Pozzolanic
C. Super plasticizer
D. Accelerators
Answer» C. Super plasticizer
13.

Which of the following statement is incorrect about the function of admixtures.

A. To accelerate the initial set of concrete, to speed up the rate of development of strength at early ages
B. To enhance the workability
C. To reduce the segregation in grout and concrete mixers
D. To retard the initial set, to keep concrete workable for a shorter time for placement
Answer» E.
14.

What do you mean by admixtures?

A. Ingredients which are added to in cement before or after concrete mix
B. Ingredients which are added to make aggregates healthier
C. Ingredients added in cement to make it shinier
D. Ingredients added in concrete to make good workability
Answer» B. Ingredients which are added to make aggregates healthier