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(L2) A beam which is prestressed at the lower portion experiences what internal forces
at the top and bottom? - CORRECT ANSWER: Tension and Compression
(l2) A circle at joint in a welding symbol indicates - CORRECT ANSWER: a continues
weld all around the indicated point
(l2) A flag included in a welding symbol stands for - CORRECT ANSWER: a field weld
(L2) A loaded beam experiences what internal forces of ______________ at the top and
______________ at the bottom? - CORRECT ANSWER: Compression and Tension
(L2) A tail in a welding symbol indicates a ______________ - CORRECT ANSWER:
special note(s)
(L2) Basic elongation considers only - CORRECT ANSWER: Tensioning force; Strand
length; Strand cross-sectional area; Strand modulus of elasticity
(L2) Chucks should be released using release tools and if released by striking, materials
used in striking must be less dense than ___________ - CORRECT ANSWER: Steel
(L2) For thermal adjustments, increase the jacking force by __________ for every
____________ rise in temperature - CORRECT ANSWER: 1% ; 10 degrees
(L2) Given: 3/8" diameter strand, 270ksi low-relaxation strand, A=0.085 square inch,
Initial Force=2000 lb and Final force =16000 lb and a chuck to chuck strand length of
(1'-3" + 222'-6" + 1'-3") what is the basic elongation if e = (PL)/(AE) - CORRECT
ANSWER: 15.88"
,(L2) How many strand splice is permitted per strand? - CORRECT ANSWER: One
(Single strand tensioning is exempt)
(L2) In multiple strand tensioning, strand-splice must be used for ___________ or
______________ because it is not possible to compensate differential elongation. -
CORRECT ANSWER: All or None
(L2) Inaccurate tensioning can result in _______________and _______________ -
CORRECT ANSWER: differential camber; inadequate product strength
(L2) Strand tensioned during a hot afternoon temperatures - CORRECT ANSWER: Will
gain strength when lower temperature concrete is poured on it
(L2) Strand tensioned during the cool morning temperatures - CORRECT ANSWER:
Will lose strength when higher temperature concrete is poured on it
(L2) Strands with this condition must be discarded:
a) rusting at the surface
b) pitting at the surface
c) discoloration at the surface
d) funny looking surface - CORRECT ANSWER: b) pitting at the surface
(L2) Thermal effects should be taken into consideration during tensioning operations
when the temperature difference between the concrete and strand are at least 25
degrees apart. True or False? - CORRECT ANSWER: False. The difference has to be
greater than 25 degrees.
(L2) Welding below_______________ requires use of preheating procedures -
CORRECT ANSWER: 32 degrees
(L2) Welding is not allowed at or below - CORRECT ANSWER: 0 degrees
, (L2) Welding is not permitted near ______________ whether prestressed or not -
CORRECT ANSWER: Strands
(L2) When bars are bent, they become more sensitive to welding heat. This heat will
cause ________________ and loss of ___________ if within 2" - CORRECT ANSWER:
1) Crystallization
2) Ductility
(L2) When dunnage settles unevenly it can cause_____________ , and
_____________ or other damages to the products - CORRECT ANSWER: warping,
cracking
3 types of shop drawings are _____________, ____________, and _______________ -
CORRECT ANSWER: Assembly, Production, Erection (A.P.E)
7-Day strength is what percent for 28 Day - CORRECT ANSWER: 70%
A condition where two parallel edges of the panel are in the same plane and the
portions of the panel between the edges is out of plane is called? - CORRECT
ANSWER: Bowing
A high early strength cement is? - CORRECT ANSWER: Type III Cement
A high Sulphur resistance cement is? - CORRECT ANSWER: Type V Cement
A moderate Sulphur resistant cement is? - CORRECT ANSWER: Type II Cement
A plant that produces deflected or harped strand prestressed products must have a
__________ certified personnel - CORRECT ANSWER: PCI Level III
Exam 180 Questions and 100% Verified Correct
Answers Guaranteed A+
(L2) A beam which is prestressed at the lower portion experiences what internal forces
at the top and bottom? - CORRECT ANSWER: Tension and Compression
(l2) A circle at joint in a welding symbol indicates - CORRECT ANSWER: a continues
weld all around the indicated point
(l2) A flag included in a welding symbol stands for - CORRECT ANSWER: a field weld
(L2) A loaded beam experiences what internal forces of ______________ at the top and
______________ at the bottom? - CORRECT ANSWER: Compression and Tension
(L2) A tail in a welding symbol indicates a ______________ - CORRECT ANSWER:
special note(s)
(L2) Basic elongation considers only - CORRECT ANSWER: Tensioning force; Strand
length; Strand cross-sectional area; Strand modulus of elasticity
(L2) Chucks should be released using release tools and if released by striking, materials
used in striking must be less dense than ___________ - CORRECT ANSWER: Steel
(L2) For thermal adjustments, increase the jacking force by __________ for every
____________ rise in temperature - CORRECT ANSWER: 1% ; 10 degrees
(L2) Given: 3/8" diameter strand, 270ksi low-relaxation strand, A=0.085 square inch,
Initial Force=2000 lb and Final force =16000 lb and a chuck to chuck strand length of
(1'-3" + 222'-6" + 1'-3") what is the basic elongation if e = (PL)/(AE) - CORRECT
ANSWER: 15.88"
,(L2) How many strand splice is permitted per strand? - CORRECT ANSWER: One
(Single strand tensioning is exempt)
(L2) In multiple strand tensioning, strand-splice must be used for ___________ or
______________ because it is not possible to compensate differential elongation. -
CORRECT ANSWER: All or None
(L2) Inaccurate tensioning can result in _______________and _______________ -
CORRECT ANSWER: differential camber; inadequate product strength
(L2) Strand tensioned during a hot afternoon temperatures - CORRECT ANSWER: Will
gain strength when lower temperature concrete is poured on it
(L2) Strand tensioned during the cool morning temperatures - CORRECT ANSWER:
Will lose strength when higher temperature concrete is poured on it
(L2) Strands with this condition must be discarded:
a) rusting at the surface
b) pitting at the surface
c) discoloration at the surface
d) funny looking surface - CORRECT ANSWER: b) pitting at the surface
(L2) Thermal effects should be taken into consideration during tensioning operations
when the temperature difference between the concrete and strand are at least 25
degrees apart. True or False? - CORRECT ANSWER: False. The difference has to be
greater than 25 degrees.
(L2) Welding below_______________ requires use of preheating procedures -
CORRECT ANSWER: 32 degrees
(L2) Welding is not allowed at or below - CORRECT ANSWER: 0 degrees
, (L2) Welding is not permitted near ______________ whether prestressed or not -
CORRECT ANSWER: Strands
(L2) When bars are bent, they become more sensitive to welding heat. This heat will
cause ________________ and loss of ___________ if within 2" - CORRECT ANSWER:
1) Crystallization
2) Ductility
(L2) When dunnage settles unevenly it can cause_____________ , and
_____________ or other damages to the products - CORRECT ANSWER: warping,
cracking
3 types of shop drawings are _____________, ____________, and _______________ -
CORRECT ANSWER: Assembly, Production, Erection (A.P.E)
7-Day strength is what percent for 28 Day - CORRECT ANSWER: 70%
A condition where two parallel edges of the panel are in the same plane and the
portions of the panel between the edges is out of plane is called? - CORRECT
ANSWER: Bowing
A high early strength cement is? - CORRECT ANSWER: Type III Cement
A high Sulphur resistance cement is? - CORRECT ANSWER: Type V Cement
A moderate Sulphur resistant cement is? - CORRECT ANSWER: Type II Cement
A plant that produces deflected or harped strand prestressed products must have a
__________ certified personnel - CORRECT ANSWER: PCI Level III
