DPWH ACCREDITED CONTRACTORS’ AND CONSULTANTS’

MATERIALS ENGINEER REVIEW

ANSWERS & SOLUTIONS FOR

QUIZ NO. 1
IRVING D. HALAGO CE, EnP, RMP, ME-1, MSCEcand.
Review Lecturer (Materials Engineer & Master Plumber), MEPFS Engineer Review Center
Municipal Planning & Development Coordinator, LGU
Former Project Officer-Technical Services Group, FBDC-Ayala Land Inc.
Former Review Lecturer, UERC Review Center
Former Senior Site Development Engineer, HPI
 1. It is otherwise known as the “Guidelines on the
Accreditation of Contractors’ and Consultants’
Materials Engineers.”
a. Department Order No. 84, Series of f1995
b. Department Order No. 18, Series of 1992
c. Department Order No. 14, Series of 1998
d. Department Order No. 184, Series of 1999

D.O. No. 098, S. 2016 : Revised Guidelines on the accreditation of Contractors’ and Consultants Materials Engineers

 Supersedes DO No. 184, S. 1999

2. Given:
Field density data and laboratory data of
embankment
Dry Unit Weight = 1663 kg/m³
Maximum Dry Unit Weight = 2250 kg/m³
What is the degree of compaction of the soil?
a. 63% b. 73% c. 74% d. 37%
Given:
Field density data and laboratory data of
embankment
Dry Unit Weight = 1663 kg/m³
Maximum Dry Unit Weight = 2250 kg/m³
Required:
Degree of compaction of the soil

Solution:
𝐷𝑟𝑦 𝑈𝑛𝑖𝑡 𝑊𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡
Degree of compaction of the soil =
𝑀𝑎𝑥𝑖𝑚𝑢𝑚 𝐷𝑟𝑦 𝑈𝑛𝑖𝑡
1663 𝑘𝑔/𝑚³
= x 100
2250 𝑘𝑔/𝑚³

= 74%
3. What is the weight of soil sample needed for liquid limit
determination?
a. 100 grams
b. 200 grams
c. 300 grams
d. 400 grams
Liquid Limit:
4. What is the weight of soil sample needed for plastic limit
determination?
a. 10 grams
b. 25 grams
c. 30 grams
d. 15 grams
5. What is the weight of soil sample needed for shrinkage limit
determination?
a. 10 grams
b. 25 grams
c. 30 grams
d. 15 grams
6. Peat and muck are ________.
a. easy to compact soils
b. colloidal soils
c. unsuitable soils
d. permeable soils
Peat
- a heterogeneous mixture of more or less decomposed plant
(humus) material that has accumulated in a water-saturated
environment and in the absence of oxygen.

Muck
- moist farmyard dung, decaying vegetable matter, etc.; manure.
- a highly organic, dark or black soil, less than 50 percent combustible ,
often used as a manure.
7. For road base course, the most preferable materials is one
with CBR value of ____.
a. 50%
b. 25%
c. 80%
d. 30%
8. For road sub-base course, the coarse portion, retained on
2.00mm (No. 10) sieve shall have a mass percent of wear not
exceeding _____ by the Los Angeles Abrasion Tests as
determined by AASHTO T96.
a. 50%
b. 25%
c. 80%
d. 30%
9. What is the diameter of the sphere used in abrasion test?
a. 38.6mm
b. 56.6mm
c. 28.8mm
d. 46.8mm
Los Angeles Abrasion Test:
10. What is the no. of spheres needed and weight of
sample/grading for grading A?
a. 12 spheres – 5000+ 25 grams
b. 11 spheres – 4584+ 25 grams
c. 8 spheres – 3330+ 20 grams
d. 6 spheres – 5000+ 15 grams
11. It is the accepted pH value for questionable water
supplies for Item 714.
a. 3.9 to 7.9
b. 5.7 to 9.7
c. 4.5 to 8.5
d. 8.5 to 10.5
12. Water of known to be of potable quality may be used
without test.
a. True
b. False
c. Maybe
d. NOTA
13. This item covers geotextile fabrics for use in subsurface
drainage, hydraulic filter, erosion control, sediment control,
pavement structures as a waterproofing and stress relieving
membrane, and as permeable separator to prevent mixing of
dissimilar materials such as foundations and select fill materials
a. Item 610 - Sodding
b. Item 609 – Sprigging
c. Item 622 – Coconet
d. Item 715 – Geotextiles
14. _________ is a laboratory which
measures, examines, calibrate or
otherwise determine the characteristics or
performance materials or products.

a. Testing Laboratory
b. QC Laboratory
c. BRS Laboratory
d. Materials Laboratory
14. _________ is a laboratory which
measures, examines, calibrate or
otherwise determine the characteristics or
performance materials or products.

a. Testing Laboratory
b. QC Laboratory
c. BRS Laboratory
d. Materials Laboratory
15. Standard technical procedure to determine
one or more specified characteristics of
material product is called __________.

a. Test Method
b. Specifications
c. Methodology
d. Protocol
15. Standard technical procedure to determine
one or more specified characteristics of
material product is called __________.

a. Test Method
b. Specifications
c. Methodology
d. Protocol
16. A document which prevents the test result
and other information relevant to test is
called __________.

a. Test Report
b. QC Report
c. QA Report
d. Materials Report
16. A document which prevents the test result
and other information relevant to test is
called __________.

a. Test Report
b. QC Report
c. QA Report
d. Materials Report
17. It is a document signed by the Director of
BRS issued to Testing laboratory
authorizing them to perform the required
test in behalf of DPWH.

a. Certificate of Accreditation
b. Certificate of Assurance
c. Certificate of Quality
d. Certificate to Operate
17. It is a document signed by the Director of
BRS issued to Testing laboratory
authorizing them to perform the required
test in behalf of DPWH.

a. Certificate of Accreditation
b. Certificate of Assurance
c. Certificate of Quality
d. Certificate to Operate
18. The maximum mass percent of wear for
concrete coarse aggregate is ______
when tested by AASHTO T 96.

a. 40%
b. 20%
c. 25%
d. 30%
18. The maximum mass percent of wear for
concrete coarse aggregate is ______
when tested by AASHTO T 96.

a. 40%
b. 20%
c. 25%
d. 30%
19. The P.I. of aggregate base course should
be not greater than ______.

a. 6%
b. 12%
c. 35%
d. 25%
19. The P.I. of aggregate base course should
be not greater than ______.

a. 6%
b. 12%
c. 35%
d. 25%
20. The natural H2O content of highly organic
soils is:

a. 50%
b. 75%
c. 100%
d. more than 100%
20. The natural H2O content of highly organic
soils is:

a. 50%
b. 75%
c. 100%
d. more than 100%
21. Per project requirement, the estimated
volume of Item 201 is 7,500 cu.m. How
many grading and plasticity test are
required?

a. 3
b. 6
c. 7
d. 5
21. Per project requirement, the estimated
volume of Item 201 is 7,500 cu.m. How
many grading and plasticity test are
required?

a. 3
b. 6
c. 7
d. 5
Solution:
𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑉𝑜𝑙𝑢𝑚𝑒
No. Grading & Plasticity Test=
𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑖𝑚𝑢𝑚 𝑇𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑅𝑒𝑞𝑢𝑖𝑟𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡

7500
No. Grading & Plasticity Test=
1500

No. Grading & Plasticity Test=5

22. Bulldozer maybe used for moving earth
effectively at a maximum distance of
_________.

a. 50 l.m.
b. 200 l.m
c. 100 l. m.
d. 25 l.m.
22. Bulldozer maybe used for moving earth
effectively at a maximum distance of
_________.

a. 50 l.m.
b. 200 l.m
c. 100 l. m.
d. 25 l.m.
23. In abrasion test, the no. of spheres
needed & weight of sample/grading for
grading B is :

a. 11 spheres – 4584 ± 25 grams

b. 8 spheres – 3330 ± 20 grams
c. 9 spheres – 6882 ± 10 grams
d. 10 spheres – 1786 ± 30 grams
23. In abrasion test, the no. of spheres
needed & weight of sample/grading for
grading B is :

a. 11 spheres – 4584 ± 25 grams

b. 8 spheres – 3330 ± 20 grams
c. 9 spheres – 6882 ± 10 grams
d. 10 spheres – 1786 ± 30 grams
24. It is the minimum moisture content at
which the soil can be molded without
breaking or crumbling up to 1/8” (3.2mm).

a. Shrinkage Limit
b. Plasticity Index
c. Liquid Limit
d. Plastic Limit
24. It is the minimum moisture content at
which the soil can be molded without
breaking or crumbling up to 1/8” (3.2mm).

a. Shrinkage Limit
b. Plasticity Index
c. Liquid Limit
d. Plastic Limit
25. The ___________ is expressed as the
moisture content corresponding to 25
blows.

a. Shrinkage Limit
b. Plasticity Index
c. Liquid Limit
d. Plastic Limit
25. The ___________ is expressed as the
moisture content corresponding to 25
blows.

a. Shrinkage Limit
b. Plasticity Index
c. Liquid Limit
d. Plastic Limit
26. Item 202 shall have a minimum soaked
CBR value of _______when tested
according to AASHTO T 193.

a. 80%
b. 30%
c. 45%
d. 50%
26. Item 202 shall have a minimum soaked
CBR value of _______when tested
according to AASHTO T 193.

a. 80%
b. 30%
c. 45%
d. 50%
27. Permitted variation from design thickness
of layer for item 201.

a. ± 5 mm
b. ± 10mm
c. ± 20mm
d. ± 15mm
27. Permitted variation from design thickness
of layer for item 201.

a. ± 5 mm
b. ± 10mm
c. ± 20mm
d. ± 15mm
28. The plasticity index is determined in
accordance with _______.

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 90
d. AASHTO T 191
28. The plasticity index is determined in
accordance with _______.

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 90
d. AASHTO T 191
29. The liquid limit is determined in
accordance with ________.

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 90
d. AASHTO T 191
29. The liquid limit is determined in
accordance with ________.

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 90
d. AASHTO T 191
30. The minimum compaction trial of
embankment

a. 10m wide by 23m long (230 sq.m)

b. 10m wide by 20m long (200 sq.m)
c. 10m wide by 30m long (300 sq.m)
d. 10m wide by 50m long (500 sq.m)
30. The minimum compaction trial of
embankment

a. 10m wide by 23m long (230 sq.m)

b. 10m wide by 20m long (200 sq.m)
c. 10m wide by 30m long (300 sq.m)
d. 10m wide by 50m long (500 sq.m)
31. At least how many in-situ density tests
should be carried out for each 500 m² of
each layer of compacted fill?

a. one (1)
b. two (2)
c. three (3)
d. four (4)
31. At least how many in-situ density tests
should be carried out for each 500 m² of
each layer of compacted fill?

a. one (1)
b. two (2)
c. three (3)
d. four (4)
32. Maximum plasticity index for item 200.

a. 6
b. 12
c. 35
d. 50
32. Maximum plasticity index for item 200.

a. 6
b. 12
c. 35
d. 50
33. Maximum liquid limit for item 200.

a. 6
b. 12
c. 35
d. 50
33. Maximum liquid limit for item 200.

a. 6
b. 12
c. 35
d. 50
34. Maximum size of grading requirement for
item 200 and 201

a. 3⁄4” or 19.0 mm
b. 1” or 25 mm
c. 1 1⁄2” or 37.5 mm
d. 2” or 50 mm
34. Maximum size of grading requirement for
item 200 and 201

a. 3⁄4” or 19.0 mm
b. 1” or 25 mm
c. 1 1⁄2” or 37.5 mm
d. 2” or 50 mm
35. The Los Angeles Abrasion Test for
aggregate sub-base course is determined
in accordance with

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 90
d. AASHTO T 191
35. The Los Angeles Abrasion Test for
aggregate sub-base course is determined
in accordance with

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 90
d. AASHTO T 191
36. The required abrasion loss for Item 200

a. 6
b. 12
c. 35
d. 50
36. The required abrasion loss for Item 200

a. 6
b. 12
c. 35
d. 50
37. The minimum CBR required for item 200

a. 40%
b. 20%
c. 25%
d. 30%
37. The minimum CBR required for item 200

a. 40%
b. 20%
c. 25%
d. 30%
38. The required soaked CBR for aggregate
sub-base course is determined by:

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 191
d. AASHTO T 193
38. The required soaked CBR for aggregate
sub-base course is determined by:

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 191
d. AASHTO T 193
39. In – place density determination of
aggregate sub-base course material shall
be made in accordance with

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 191
d. AASHTO T 193
39. In – place density determination of
aggregate sub-base course material shall
be made in accordance with

a. AASHTO T 96
b. AASHTO T 89
c. AASHTO T 191
d. AASHTO T 193
40. Maximum size of aggregate for base
course material under grading B.

a. 3⁄4” or 19.0 mm
b. 1” or 25 mm
c. 1 1⁄2” or 37.5 mm
d. 2” or 50 mm
40. Maximum size of aggregate for base
course material under grading B.

a. 3⁄4” or 19.0 mm
b. 1” or 25 mm
c. 1 1⁄2” or 37.5 mm
d. 2” or 50 mm
41. Maximum required percent abrasion loss
for item 202.

a. 80%
b. 30%
c. 45%
d. 50%
41. Maximum required percent abrasion loss
for item 202.

a. 80%
b. 30%
c. 45%
d. 50%
42. Maximum required mass percent shall
have at least one (1) fractured face of
item 202

a. 80%
b. 30%
c. 45%
d. 50%
42. Maximum required mass percent shall
have at least one (1) fractured face of
item 202

a. 80%
b. 30%
c. 45%
d. 50%
43. This item consists of a foundation for surface course
composed of soil aggregate lime, water in proper
proportion, road – mixed and constructed on a prepared
subgrade/subbase.

a. Chemically Stabilized Road Mix Subbase Course

(item 206)
b. Lime Stabilized Road Mix Base Course (item 203)
c. Portland Cement Treated Plant Mix Base Course
(item 207)
d. Portland Cement Stabilized Road Mix Base Course
(item 204)
43. This item consists of a foundation for surface course
composed of soil aggregate lime, water in proper
proportion, road – mixed and constructed on a prepared
subgrade/subbase.

a. Chemically Stabilized Road Mix Subbase Course

(item 206)
b. Lime Stabilized Road Mix Base Course (item 203)
c. Portland Cement Treated Plant Mix Base Course
(item 207)
d. Portland Cement Stabilized Road Mix Base Course
(item 204)
Lime Stabilized Road Mix Base Course (item 203)
44. The required plasticity index for item 203

a. 5% to 8%
b. 3% to 5%
c. 4% to 10%
d. 2% to 7%
44. The required plasticity index for item 203

a. 5% to 8%
b. 3% to 5%
c. 4% to 10%
d. 2% to 7%
45. Maximum required mass percent of wear
for the aggregate on item 203.

a. 25%
b. 30%
c. 45%
d. 50%
45. Maximum required mass percent of wear
for the aggregate on item 203.

a. 25%
b. 30%
c. 45%
d. 50%
46. Maximum size of aggregate for item 203
under grading A and B

a. 3⁄4” or 19.0 mm
b. 1” or 25 mm
c. 1 1⁄2” or 37.5 mm
d. 2” or 50 mm
46. Maximum size of aggregate for item 203
under grading A and B

a. 3⁄4” or 19.0 mm
b. 1” or 25 mm
c. 1 1⁄2” or 37.5 mm
d. 2” or 50 mm
47. Permitted variation from design thickness
of layer for aggregate sub-base course
(item 200) is _____.

a. ± 5 mm
b. ± 10mm
c. ± 20mm
d. ± 15mm
47. Permitted variation from design thickness
of layer for aggregate sub-base course
(item 200) is _____.

a. ± 5 mm
b. ± 10mm
c. ± 20mm
d. ± 15mm
48. What is the rate of application for curing
compound?

a. 0.20 liter/sq.m.
b. 0.50 liter/sq.m.
c. 0.70 liter/sq.m.
d. 1.0 liter/sq.m.
48. What is the rate of application for curing
compound?

a. 0.20 liter/sq.m.
b. 0.50 liter/sq.m.
c. 0.70 liter/sq.m.
d. 1.0 liter/sq.m.
49. Test requirement for item 201 for PIasticity
Index & Liquid Limit

a. P.I. not greater than 6; L.L. not greater than 25

b. P.I. not greater than 12; L.L. not greater than 30
c. P.I. not greater than 6; L.L. not greater than 45
d. P.I. not greater than 12; L.L. not greater than 35
89. Test requirement for item 201 for PIasticity
Index & Liquid Limit

a. P.I. not greater than 6; L.L. not greater than 25

b. P.I. not greater than 12; L.L. not greater than 30
c. P.I. not greater than 6; L.L. not greater than 45
d. P.I. not greater than 12; L.L. not greater than 35
50. A field density result of 88% degree of compaction obtained
on the subgrade indicates that ______.

a. Compaction of the subgrade fails the compaction spec’s

and needs additional compaction
b. Compaction of the subgrade is acceptable and is ready
to accept next layer of aggregates
c. Compaction of the subgrade fails the compaction spec’s
and but is acceptable if approved per discretion of
DPWH Materials Engineer
d. Compaction of the subgrade passed the compaction
spec’s and but needs additional compaction for more
stability
50. A field density result of 88% degree of compaction obtained
on the subgrade indicates that ______.

a. Compaction of the subgrade fails the compaction spec’s

and needs additional compaction
b. Compaction of the subgrade is acceptable and is ready
to accept next layer of aggregates
c. Compaction of the subgrade fails the compaction spec’s
and but is acceptable if approved per discretion of
DPWH Materials Engineer
d. Compaction of the subgrade passed the compaction
spec’s and but needs additional compaction for more
stability
51. The total aggregate base course volume is 112,000
m³. What is the number of quality test?
a. 74
b. 75
c. 56
d. 4
SOLUTION:

Minimum Quality Test (QT) Requirement for Base Course :

- 1 QT/1500 m³

Therefore:

112,000 𝑚³
No. of QT =
15𝑜𝑜 𝑚³

No. of QT = 74.66 say 75

52. Consolidation test is usually performed on
_____sample.
a. disturbed
b. undisturbed
c. consolidated
d. both a & b
53. Roadway embankment in earth material shall be
placed and compacted in horizontal layers not
exceeding loose requirement, before the next layer
is placed.
a. 150
b. 200
c. 100
d. 400
53. Roadway embankment in earth material shall be
placed and compacted in horizontal layers not
exceeding loose requirement, before the next layer
is placed.
a. 150
b. 200
c. 100
d. 400
54. Soil with liquid limit exceeding 80 or plasticity index
exceeding 55 is considered:
a. suitable materials
b. unsuitable materials
c. peat
d. highly organic materials
54. Soil with liquid limit exceeding 80 or plasticity index
exceeding 55 is considered:
a. suitable materials
b. unsuitable materials
c. peat
d. highly organic materials

Reference : Blue Book

55. Embankment material requires a minimum
compaction of:
a. 90%
b. 95%
c. 100%
d. 85%
55. Embankment material requires a minimum
compaction of:
a. 90%
b. 95%
c. 100%
d. 85%
56. Soil with a classification of A-3 is considered:
a. coarse sand
b. clayey
c. silty clay
d. fine sand
56. Soil with a classification of A-3 is considered:
a. coarse sand
b. clayey
c. silty clay
d. fine sand
AASHTO ENGINEERING SOIL CLASSIFICATION:
57. The strength of the subgrade is assessed by:
a. FDT
b. Plasticity Index
c. Immersion-Compression
d. California Bearing Ratio Test
57. The strength of the subgrade is assessed by:
a. FDT
b. Plasticity Index
c. Immersion-Compression
d. California Bearing Ratio Test
58. An abrasion test is conducted in the laboratory,
showing the following data:
Original Weight = 5,000 g
Weight Retained in No. 12 sieve = 3,230 g
Compute the percentage of wear.
a. 30.2
b. 50.2
c. 45.3
d. 35.4%
GIVEN:
Original Weight = 5,000 g
Weight Retained in No. 12 sieve = 3,230 g

REQUIRED:
% Wear

SOLUTION:

𝑂𝑟𝑖𝑔𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑤𝑡.𝑜𝑓 𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒 −𝑤𝑎𝑠ℎ𝑒𝑑 𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑛 𝑑𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑑 𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑒𝑑 # 12

% Wear = 𝑥 100
𝑂𝑟𝑖𝑔𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑤𝑡.𝑜𝑓 𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒

5000 −3230
% Wear = 𝑥 100
5000

% Wear = 35.4
58. An abrasion test is conducted in the laboratory,
showing the following data:
Original Weight = 5,000 g
Weight Retained in No. 12 sieve = 3,230 g
Compute the percentage of wear.
a. 30.2
b. 50.2
c. 45.3
d. 35.4%
59. The sand used in field density test (fdt) must pass
sieve number:
a. 200
b. 10
c. 8
d. 4
59. The sand used in field density test (fdt) must pass
sieve number:
a. 200
b. 10
c. 8
d. 4
60. Before concrete paving, the base of the roadway
should be kept in moist condition and saturated with
water for at least:
a. 2 hrs
b. 4 hrs
c. 8 hrs
d. 5 hrs
60. Before concrete paving, the base of the roadway
should be kept in moist condition and saturated with
water for at least:
a. 2 hrs
b. 4 hrs
c. 8 hrs
d. 5 hrs
61. Accepted required speed in rolling /compacting is:
a. 3 – 5 km/hr
b. 5 – 8 km/hr
c. 4 – 6 km/hr
d. 2 – 3 km/hr
61. Accepted required speed in rolling /compacting is:
a. 3 – 5 km/hr
b. 5 – 8 km/hr
c. 4 – 6 km/hr
d. 2 – 3 km/hr
62. The drying time of a plastic, fine-grained soil of the
same weight is:
a. 2 hrs
b. 4 hrs
c. 8 hrs
d. 5 hrs
62. The drying time of a plastic, fine-grained soil of the
same weight is:
a. 2 hrs
b. 4 hrs
c. 8 hrs
d. 5 hrs
63. Consist of all works elements carried out by the
manager or by those in his organization which
contribute to the quality of the output of some other
organization.
a. Quality Assurance Work
b. Work Methodology
c. Quality Control
d. All of the above
63. Consist of all works elements carried out by the
manager or by those in his organization which
contribute to the quality of the output of some other
organization.
a. Quality Assurance Work
b. Work Methodology
c. Quality Control
d. All of the above
64. Based on the maximum dry density obtained by
Lab. test, the degree of compaction required for
aggregate subbase should at least ______.
a. 100%
b. 95%
c. 97%
d. 90%
64. Based on the maximum dry density obtained by
Lab. test, the degree of compaction required for
aggregate subbase should at least ______.
a. 100%
b. 95%
c. 97%
d. 90%
65. What is the curve formed on a maximum dry
density and optimum moisture content graph?
a. Parabola
b. Hyperbola
c. Straight line
d. None of the above
65. What is the curve formed on a maximum dry
density and optimum moisture content graph?
a. Parabola
b. Hyperbola
c. Straight line
d. None of the above
66. Given : Original weight of sample, 5000 grams,
Sample retained on No. 12 sieve, 4178 grams.
What is the abrasion loss?
a. 16.42%
b. 16.44%
c. 19.67%
d. 19.76%
GIVEN:
Original Weight = 5,000 g
Weight Retained in No. 12 sieve = 4178 g

REQUIRED:
% Wear

SOLUTION:

𝑂𝑟𝑖𝑔𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑤𝑡.𝑜𝑓 𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒 −𝑤𝑎𝑠ℎ𝑒𝑑 𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑛 𝑑𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑑 𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑒𝑑 # 12

% Wear = 𝑥 100
𝑂𝑟𝑖𝑔𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑤𝑡.𝑜𝑓 𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒

5000 −4178
% Wear = 𝑥 100
5000

% Wear = 16.44
66. Given : Original weight of sample, 5000 grams,
Sample retained on No. 12 sieve, 4178 grams.
What is the abrasion loss?
a. 16.42%
b. 16.44%
c. 19.67%
d. 19.76%
67. Unconfined compressive strength test is usually
performed on ____.
a. Sandy soils
b. Silty soils
c. Organic soils
d. Clayey soils
67. Unconfined compressive strength test is usually
performed on ____.
a. Sandy soils
b. Silty soils
c. Organic soils
d. Clayey soils
Unconfined compressive strength test
68. When group index=0 what is the grade of soil?
a. weak soil
b. poor soil
c. good soil
d. none of the above
68. When group index=0 what is the grade of soil?
a. weak soil
b. poor soil
c. good soil
d. none of the above
69. ________ is the limit were further loss of water due
to evaporation which will not result in reduction of
volume.
a. Plastic Limit
b. Liquid Limit
c. Shrinkage Limit
d. none of the above
69. ________ is the limit were further loss of water due
to evaporation which will not result in reduction of
volume.
a. Plastic Limit
b. Liquid Limit
c. Shrinkage Limit
d. none of the above
70. ________ a classification of soil which 35% or less
the particles pass through no. 200 sieve .
a. Grain size soil
b. Granular Materials
c. Silty Clay Materials
d. Clayey Materials
70. ________ a classification of soil which 35% or less
the particles pass through no. 200 sieve .
a. Grain size soil
b. Granular Materials
c. Silty Clay Materials
d. Clayey Materials
71. It evaluates the quality of soil as highway sub-
grade material.
a. Attenberg Limit
b. Plasticity Index
c. Group Index
d. Liquid Limit
71. It evaluates the quality of soil as highway sub-
grade material.
a. Atterberg Limit
b. Plasticity Index
c. Group Index
d. Liquid Limit
72. When soil has plasticity index value of 10. What is
the criteria of the material?
a. Coarse Grain
b. Sandy
c. Clayey
d. Silty
72. When soil has plasticity index value of 10. What is
the criteria of the material?
a. Coarse Grain
b. Sandy
c. Clayey
d. Silty
73. It indicates good sub-base materials when G.I. Is
equal to ________.
a. 0
b. 5
c. 10
d. 20
73. It indicates good sub-base materials when G.I. Is
equal to ________.
a. 0
b. 5
c. 10
d. 20
74. _______ is the minimum percent (passing on no.
200 sieve) of A-6 group classification of soil.
a. 0
b. 6
c. 20
d. 36
74. _______ is the minimum percent of A-6 group
classification of soil.
a. 0
b. 6
c. 20
d. 36
75. When the value of G.I. Is negative, what will be the
soil performance?
a. Poor Subgrade
b. Very good Subgrade
c. Good Subgrade
d. None of the above
75. When the value of G.I. Is negative, what will be the
soil performance?
a. Poor Subgrade
b. Very good Subgrade
c. Good Subgrade
d. None of the above
76. How many days do the specimen for CBR soaked?
a. 1 day
b. 2 days
c. 3 days
d. 4 days
76. How many days do the specimen for CBR soaked?
a. 1 day
b. 2 days
c. 3 days
d. 4 days
77. These are widely used to control the characteristics
of soil which are to be incorporated in roadway.
a. Shrinkage Limits
b. Cement and Soil Limits
c. Liquid and Plastic Limits
d. All of the above
77. These are widely used to control the characteristics
of soil which are to be incorporated in roadway.
a. Shrinkage Limits
b. Cement and Soil Limits
c. Liquid and Plastic Limits
d. All of the above
78. The minimum percent compaction for embankment
is ______.
a. 92.0 %
b. 97.0 %
c. 95.0 %
d. 94.0 %
78. The minimum percent compaction for embankment
is ______.
a. 92.0 %
b. 97.0 %
c. 95.0 %
d. 94.0 %
79. What is the machine used for abrasion test?
a. Los Angeles Abrasion Machine
b. Cleveland Cup
c. Vicat Apparatus
d. Pycnometer
79. What is the machine used for abrasion test?
a. Los Angeles Abrasion Machine
b. Cleveland Cup
c. Vicat Apparatus
d. Pycnometer
80. How to determine the degree of compaction of
Items 104, 200 & 201?
a. Moisture Density Relation Test
b. Field Density Test
c. Maximum Dry Density Test
d. Optimum Moisture Content Test
80. How to determine the degree of compaction of
Items 104, 200 & 201?
a. Moisture Density Relation Test
b. Field Density Test
c. Maximum Dry Density Test
d. Optimum Moisture Content Test
81. What are the other terms for sieve analysis?
a. Grading Test
b. Machine Analysis
c. Particle Size Distribution Test
d. All of the above
81. What are the other terms for sieve analysis?
a. Grading Test
b. Machine Analysis
c. Particle Size Distribution Test
d. All of the above
82. What is the degree of compactions of the soil if the
wet density is 2,200 kg/m³ with an actual moisture
content of 10.2% and a maximum a dry density of
1,960 kg/m³?
a. 101.58%
b. 101.85%
c. 99.65%
d. 99.56%
GIVEN:
Wet Density = 2,200 kg/m³
Maximum Dry Density (MDD) = 1,960 kg/m³
Moisture Content (MC) = 10.2%

REQUIRED:
Degree of Compaction

SOLUTION:
a. Compute for Dry Weight Density
𝑊𝑒𝑡 𝐷𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑦 2,200
Dry Weight Density = = = 1,996.37 kg/m³
1+𝑀𝐶ൗ100 1+10.2Τ100

b. Compute for Degree of Compaction

Dry 𝑊𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐷𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑦 1996.37
Degree of Compaction = = 𝑥100 = 𝟏𝟎𝟏. 𝟖𝟓%
𝑀𝐷𝐷 1960
83. During sampling and testing of aggregate base
course sample, it all passed in quality tests
except grading. As a Materials Engineer, what is
your recommendation?

a. Approve the use of the material since only

grading is a minor quality test only
b. Reject the material
c. Seek for the approval to the DPWH
Materials Engineer
d. Reprocess the material by blending
83. During sampling and testing of aggregate base
course sample, it all passed in quality tests
except grading. As a Materials Engineer, what is
your recommendation?

a. Approve the use of the material since only

grading is a minor quality test only
b. Reject the material
c. Seek for the approval to the DPWH
Materials Engineer
d. Reprocess the material by blending
84. In a newly prepared base, the Materials Engineer
conducted field density test prior to concrete
pavement construction. Using the following data,
compute the degree of compaction. (Ave. actual
moisture content= 11.4%, Wet unit weight = 2000
kg/m³, Volume of hole = 0.00290 m³, Maximum
Dry Density (from laboratory compaction) = 1830
kg/m³.

a. 97%
b. 98%
c. 99%
d. 100%
84. In a newly prepared base, the Materials Engineer
conducted field density test prior to concrete
pavement construction. Using the following data,
compute the degree of compaction. (Ave. actual
moisture content= 11.4%, Wet unit weight = 2000
kg/m³, Volume of hole = 0.00290 m³, Maximum
Dry Density (from laboratory compaction) = 1830
kg/m³.

a. 97%
b. 98%
c. 99%
d. 100%
GIVEN:
Moisture content (MC)= 11.40%, Wet Unit Wt.= 2000 kg/m³, Volume of hole = 0.00290
m³, Maximum Dry Density (from laboratory compaction) = 1830 kg/m³.

REQUIRED:
Degree of Compaction

SOLUTION:
a. Compute for Dry Unit Weight

𝑊𝑒𝑡 𝑈𝑛𝑖𝑡 𝑊𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡

Dry Unit Wt. = 2000
= 1+0.114 = 1795.33 kg/m³
1+𝑀𝐶

b. Compute for Degree of Compaction

𝐷𝑟𝑦 𝑈𝑛𝑖𝑡 𝑊𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 (𝐹𝑖𝑒𝑙𝑑)

Degree of Compaction=
𝑀𝑎𝑥𝑖𝑚𝑢𝑚 𝐷𝑟𝑦 𝐷𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑦 (𝑙𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑦)

1795.33
Degree of Compaction= = 98 %
1830
85. Which of the following is not included in
determining moisture content?
a. Triple Beam Balance, with 2,610 g
capacity and .01 g sensitivity
b. Oven
c. Moisture can
d. Extruder
85. Which of the following is not included in
determining moisture content?
a. Triple Beam Balance, with 2,610 g
capacity and .01 g sensitivity
b. Oven
c. Moisture can
d. Extruder
86. In item 104 – Embankment, field density
test is carried out every _____sq.m.

a. 330
b. 230
c. 450
d. 500
86. In item 104 – Embankment, field density
test is carried out every _____sq.m.

a. 330
b. 230
c. 450
d. 500
87. In material engineers’ point of view,
subgrade preparation is:

a. Compaction of soil topping for cut

fills
b. Compaction of materials for
embankment
c. Treatment / stabilization of
unsuitable materials
d. All of the above
87. In material engineers’ point of view,
subgrade preparation is:

a. Compaction of soil topping for cut

fills
b. Compaction of materials for
embankment
c. Treatment / stabilization of
unsuitable materials
d. All of the above
88. The dividing size between coarse and
fine aggregates used in asphalting is
______.

a. No. 8
b. No. 4
c. No. 10
d. No. 100
88. The dividing size between coarse and
fine aggregates used in asphalting is
______.

a. No. 8
b. No. 4
c. No. 10
d. No. 100
89. Disturbed samples may be used for
a. sieve test
b. liquid test
c. compaction test
d. any of the preceding
89. Disturbed samples may be used for
a. sieve test
b. liquid test
c. compaction test
d. any of the preceding
Disturbed soil samples
Disturbed soil samples are those in which the in-situ soil structure and moisture
content are lost, but the soil particles are intact.
•They are representative

•They can be used for grain size analysis, liquid and plastic limit, specific
gravity, compaction tests, moisture content, organic content determination
and soil classification test performed in the lab

e.g., Examples of such sample are those obtained through cuttings while
auguring, grab, split spoon (SPT), etc.
Disturbed soil samples
Undisturbed soil samples

Undisturbed soil samples are those in which the in-situ soil

structure and moisture content are preserved.

•They are representative and also intact

•These are used for consolidation, permeability or shear
strengths test (Engineering properties)
•More complex jobs or where clay exists
•In sand is very difficult to obtain undisturbed sample
•Obtained by using Shelby tube (thin wall), piston sampler,
surface (box), vacuum, freezing, etc.,
Undisturbed soil samples
90. A subgrade soil with a CBR value of ______will
require a thicker layer of subbase and base course
a. 5%
b. 15%
c. 30%
d. 3%
90. A subgrade soil with a CBR value of ______will
require a thicker layer of subbase and base course
a. 5%
b. 15%
c. 30%
d. 3%
91. ______ is one of the methods of stabilizing inferior
soils.
a. particle arrangement
b. sodding or sprigging
c. paving
d. flattening
91. ______ is one of the methods of stabilizing inferior
soils.
a. particle arrangement
b. sodding or sprigging
c. paving
d. flattening
92. The sieve used in the separation of aggregates in
abrasion test
a. 1.70 mm (No. 12)
b. 0.425 mm (No. 40)
c. 4.74 mm (No. 4)
d. 0.075 mm (No. 200)
92. The sieve used in the separation of aggregates in
abrasion test
a. 1.70 mm (No. 12)
b. 0.425 mm (No. 40)
c. 4.74 mm (No. 4)
d. 0.075 mm (No. 200)
93. The maximum percent of wear allowed for Aggregate
Subbase Course in a coarse portion retained on 2.00mm (No.
10) sieve is _______ percent by los Angeles Abrasion Test
determined by AASHTO T-96
a. 45
b. 50
c. 40
d. 55
93. The maximum percent of wear allowed for Aggregate
Subbase Course in a coarse portion retained on 2.00mm (No.
10) sieve is _______ percent by los Angeles Abrasion Test
determined by AASHTO T-96
a. 45
b. 50
c. 40
d. 55
94. What is the maximum abrasion loss for Crushed
Aggregate Base Course (Item 202)?
a. 45
b. 50
c. 40
d. 35
94. What is the maximum abrasion loss for Crushed
Aggregate Base Course (Item 202)?
a. 45
b. 50
c. 40
d. 35
95. Given the soil properties: Wet density = 3700
kg/cu.m.; Dry density = 1000 kg/cu.m., Optimum Dry
Density = 2000 kg/cu.m.
Compute the moisture content.
a. 20%
b. 55%
c. 85%
d. 35%
95. Given the soil properties: Wet density = 3700
kg/cu.m.; Dry density = 1000 kg/cu.m., Optimum Dry
Density = 2000 kg/cu.m.
Compute the moisture content.
a. 20%
b. 55%
c. 85%
d. 35%
Solution:
𝑊𝑒𝑡 𝐷𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑦
Dry Density =
1+𝑀𝑜𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑛𝑡
3700
2000 =
1+𝑀𝑜𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑛𝑡
Moisture Content = 85%
96. In soil mechanics, the temperature to be
maintained during oven-drying of sample is ______.
a. 75 +/- 5 °C
b. 66 +/- 10°C
c. 107 +/- 10°C
d. 110 +/- 5 °C
96. In soil mechanics, the temperature to be
maintained during oven-drying of sample is ______.
a. 75 +/- 5°C
b. 66 +/- 10°C
c. 107 +/- 10°C
d. 110 +/- 5 °C
97. What is the maximum Plasticity Index allowed for
Embankment?
a. 6
b. 12
c. 35
d. 25
97. What is the maximum Plasticity Index allowed for
Embankment?
a. 6
b. 12
c. 35
d. 25
98. In doing a plastic limit test, what diameter will the
soil thread will begin to break/crumble?
a. 2.2 mm
b. 2.8 mm
c. 1.8 mm
d. 3.2 mm
98. In doing a plastic limit test, what diameter will the
soil thread will begin to break/crumble?
a. 2.2 mm
b. 2.8 mm
c. 1.8 mm
d. 3.2 mm
99. Peat and muck are highly
a. Suitable soils
b. Organic Soils
c. Inorganic Soils
d. Recommended for embankment
99. Peat and muck are highly
a. Suitable soils
b. Organic Soils
c. Inorganic Soils
d. Recommended for embankment
100. The apparent omission of detailed specifications
of materials by DPWH concerning the quality of
materials in the plans shall mean
a. No need to seek approval for those materials
b. First class / top of the line materials should be used
c. Materials recommended by the contractor could be
used
d. None of the above
100. The apparent omission of detailed specifications
of materials by DPWH concerning the quality of
materials in the plans shall mean
a. No need to seek approval for those materials
b. First class / top of the line materials should be used
c. Materials recommended by the contractor
could be used
d. None of the above
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