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Asphalt Paving Level 1 EXAM ALL 250
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
Asphalt Paving Level 1 Exam
FINAL EXAMINATION
Academic Year: 2026–2027
Exam Title: Asphalt Paving Level 1 Examination
Content: Multiple-Choice Questions with Verified Solutions
Edition: Latest Update This Year
EXAMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
This examination evaluates knowledge of asphalt mix designs, paving procedures, compaction,
density verification, and equipment use.
Each question has four answer choices. Select the single best answer.
Rationales are included to reinforce proper paving procedures, material specifications, and
industry standards.
Answer all questions based on FDOT and standard asphalt paving practices.
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EXAM COVERAGE
• Superpave asphalt lot sizing
• Asphalt binder types
• Density core procedures
• Sublot and lot definitions
• Compaction and temperature considerations
• Stationing and paving guidelines
• Rolling and straightedge procedures
• Bridge approach slab finishing
EXAM QUESTIONS
Question 1
A full lot of superpave asphalt is what size?
A) 1,000 tons
B) 1,000 to 2,000 tons
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C) 2,000 to 4,000 tons
D) 1 day’s production
Correct Answer:
C) 2,000 to 4,000 tons
Rationale:
A full lot typically contains 2,000–4,000 tons of asphalt to allow proper sampling and quality
control over production.
Question 2
Which is not typically used as an asphalt binder in FDOT mix designs?
A) PG 52-28
B) PG 58-22
C) PG 62-22
D) PG 76-22 (PMA)
E) PG 82-22 (PMA)
Correct Answer:
C) PG 62-22
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Rationale:
PG 62-22 is not commonly used in Florida DOT mix designs; FDOT uses binders specified for
climate and performance needs.
Question 3
Who cuts the density cores used for verification testing?
A) The verification technician
B) The contractor
C) The independent verification testing technician
D) None of the above
Correct Answer:
B) The contractor
Rationale:
Contractors are responsible for obtaining cores for verification testing according to sampling
guidelines.
Question 4
A full lot is composed of 5 sublots and 4 cores per lot. True or False?
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Asphalt Paving Level 1 EXAM ALL 250
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
Asphalt Paving Level 1 Exam
FINAL EXAMINATION
Academic Year: 2026–2027
Exam Title: Asphalt Paving Level 1 Examination
Content: Multiple-Choice Questions with Verified Solutions
Edition: Latest Update This Year
EXAMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
This examination evaluates knowledge of asphalt mix designs, paving procedures, compaction,
density verification, and equipment use.
Each question has four answer choices. Select the single best answer.
Rationales are included to reinforce proper paving procedures, material specifications, and
industry standards.
Answer all questions based on FDOT and standard asphalt paving practices.
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EXAM COVERAGE
• Superpave asphalt lot sizing
• Asphalt binder types
• Density core procedures
• Sublot and lot definitions
• Compaction and temperature considerations
• Stationing and paving guidelines
• Rolling and straightedge procedures
• Bridge approach slab finishing
EXAM QUESTIONS
Question 1
A full lot of superpave asphalt is what size?
A) 1,000 tons
B) 1,000 to 2,000 tons
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C) 2,000 to 4,000 tons
D) 1 day’s production
Correct Answer:
C) 2,000 to 4,000 tons
Rationale:
A full lot typically contains 2,000–4,000 tons of asphalt to allow proper sampling and quality
control over production.
Question 2
Which is not typically used as an asphalt binder in FDOT mix designs?
A) PG 52-28
B) PG 58-22
C) PG 62-22
D) PG 76-22 (PMA)
E) PG 82-22 (PMA)
Correct Answer:
C) PG 62-22
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Rationale:
PG 62-22 is not commonly used in Florida DOT mix designs; FDOT uses binders specified for
climate and performance needs.
Question 3
Who cuts the density cores used for verification testing?
A) The verification technician
B) The contractor
C) The independent verification testing technician
D) None of the above
Correct Answer:
B) The contractor
Rationale:
Contractors are responsible for obtaining cores for verification testing according to sampling
guidelines.
Question 4
A full lot is composed of 5 sublots and 4 cores per lot. True or False?
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