A concrete mix design specifies a water-cement ratio of 0.45. If 564 pounds of cement are used per cubic yard, what is the maximum amount of water that should be added?
Correct Answer
B) 254 pounds
Water-cement ratio = weight of water / weight of cement. 564 × 0.45 = 253.8 ≈ 254 pounds
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Water-cement ratio = weight of water / weight of cement. 564 × 0.45 = 253.8 ≈ 254 pounds
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