Explore topic-wise MCQs in Pavement Design.

This section includes 10 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Pavement Design knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

The higher the aggregate to cement ratio, the ______ the concrete will be in case of lean concrete.

A. Richer
B. Leaner
C. Smoothest
D. Roughest
Answer» C. Smoothest
Discussion
2.

One of the functions of the sub-base is to provide a working platform for construction.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
3.

What does MORTH stand for?

A. Ministry of Road Traffic and Highways
B. Model of Road Transit on Highways
C. Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
D. Model of Road Traffic in Highways
Answer» D. Model of Road Traffic in Highways
Discussion
4.

In unbound sub-base layer, how many layers must the sub-base be composed of?

A. Two
B. Four
C. Three
D. One
Answer» B. Four
Discussion
5.

In a rigid pavement, what type of traffic requires dry lean concrete as a base course?

A. Very heavy
B. Light
C. Moderate
D. No
Answer» B. Light
Discussion
6.

It is very necessary to provide a sub-base course in the pavement.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
7.

Bituminous penetration macadam can be used as a ______ course in flexible pavement.

A. Base
B. Sub-base
C. Surface
D. Binder
Answer» B. Sub-base
Discussion
8.

Under which situation is cutback bitumen used as a stabilizing agent?

A. Low density
B. High density
C. High natural moisture content
D. Low natural moisture content
Answer» E.
Discussion
9.

Which of the below base course types is the most preferred one because of its quality?

A. Open-graded premix carpet
B. Bituminous macadam
C. Built-up spray grout
D. Bituminous penetration macadam
Answer» C. Built-up spray grout
Discussion
10.

The sub-base course is also called as ______ sub-base.

A. Layered
B. Graded
C. Granular
D. Bituminous
Answer» D. Bituminous
Discussion