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A proofroll on a building pad shows pumping and rutting in one corner after the first aggregate lift. What is the proper sitework response?

Correct Answer

C) Undercut or stabilize the unsuitable area, recompact at proper moisture, and retest

Pumping and rutting indicate unstable or unsuitable subgrade; the area should be corrected and retested before later lifts hide the defect. Other choices cover, ignore, or build over inadequate support.

Answer Options
A
The site crew should hide the area under thicker stone, leaving proofroll failure unverified
B
Proceed because the roller eventually crossed it
C
Undercut or stabilize the unsuitable area, recompact at proper moisture, and retest
D
Place the slab subbase directly over the rutting area

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Pumping and rutting indicate unstable or unsuitable subgrade; the area should be corrected and retested before later lifts hide the defect. Other choices cover, ignore, or build over inadequate support.

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