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Reinforcing steel for a footing will be cast directly against earth. What concrete-cover concept should the superintendent protect?

Correct Answer

C) Concrete cover must separate the steel from earth exposure.

Reinforcing steel needs the required concrete cover, especially where concrete is cast against and exposed to earth.

Answer Options
A
Bars may touch soil if the concrete is placed the same day.
B
Cover is needed only at formed faces above grade.
C
Concrete cover must separate the steel from earth exposure.
D
Cover can be replaced by wetting the soil before the pour.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Reinforcing steel needs the required concrete cover, especially where concrete is cast against and exposed to earth.

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