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A concrete crew wants to place slab concrete over soft, pumping soil because reinforcement is already set. What should happen before the pour proceeds?

Correct Answer

C) Correct and recompact the subgrade so the slab has proper support.

Soft or pumping subgrade should be corrected before placement so the concrete is supported as designed.

Answer Options
A
Place concrete immediately so the slab bridges the soft area, at the same scheduled time shown on the pour calendar.
B
Add extra water to the concrete so it fills the pumping soil.
C
Correct and recompact the subgrade so the slab has proper support.
D
Leave the rough condition in place where a concrete crew wants to place slab concrete over soft, pumping soil because reinforcement is already set, and conceal the issue without correcting the rough work.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Soft or pumping subgrade should be corrected before placement so the concrete is supported as designed.

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