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  1. Which ASTM standard governs compressive strength testing of cylindrical concrete specimens?

    Answer: ASTM C39

    ASTM C39 is the standard test method for compressive strength of cylindrical concrete specimens.

  2. Concrete slump in the field is measured according to:

    Answer: ASTM C143

    ASTM C143 is the standard test method for slump of hydraulic-cement concrete.

  3. Deformed and plain carbon-steel bars for concrete reinforcement are commonly specified to:

    Answer: ASTM A615

    ASTM A615 covers deformed and plain carbon-steel bars for concrete reinforcement.

  4. An earthwork spec requires 95% of maximum dry density per the modified Proctor test. Which standard applies?

    Answer: ASTM D1557

    ASTM D1557 is the modified Proctor test using higher compactive effort than D698.

  5. Which ASTM standard is typically specified for hot-rolled structural steel wide-flange shapes in buildings?

    Answer: ASTM A992

    ASTM A992 (Fy = 50 ksi) is the preferred specification for wide-flange shapes.

  6. Portland cement types (I, II, III, V, etc.) are defined by which standard?

    Answer: ASTM C150

    ASTM C150 is the standard specification for portland cement.

  7. A geotechnical spec requires soils to be classified using the Unified Soil Classification System. The applicable standard is:

    Answer: ASTM D2487

    ASTM D2487 is the standard practice for classifying soils for engineering purposes (USCS).