Explore topic-wise MCQs in Basic Civil Engineering.

This section includes 4 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Basic Civil Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

What effect does bulking have on fresh concrete?

A. Strength reduces
B. Shrinkage increases
C. Volume reduces
D. Workability increases
Answer» E.
Discussion
2.

Sand does not show any bulking when:

A. Completely saturated
B. Partially saturated
C. Contains small amount of impurities
D. Voids are partially filled with air
Answer» B. Partially saturated
Discussion
3.

Bulking is the phenomenon applicable to both fine and coarse aggregates.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
4.

What does h represents in the formula used to calculate the bulking factor?

A. Height of jar
B. Height of saturated sample
C. Height of dry sample
D. Height of water
Answer» C. Height of dry sample
Discussion