ESE 2021 Technical Quiz : Flexible Pavements

Which of the following are the qualities of a good highway pavement?

i. stable and non-yielding under load

ii. low rolling resistance

iii. high permeability

iv. comfortable riding surface

Which one of the following is NOT an advantage of flexible pavements?

Which of the following factors are considered in the design of a flexible pavement?

i. Wheel loads

ii. Subgrade Soil

iii. Strength of concrete

iv. Drainage

Which of the following are correct about the Group Index Method of design of flexible pavements?

i. GI value can have negative values

ii. Low GI means better soil

iii. Thickness of pavement is a function of GI

What will be the ratio of the vehicle damage factor for two axle loads of 24 kN and 18 kN. Assume standard load to be 8.2 kN.