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Concrete can be formulated with high tensile strength, but always has lower compressive strength.(a) True(b) FalseI got this question during an online exam.I want to ask this question from Earthwork, Concrete and R.C.C. work in section Rules and Methods of Measurement of Civil Engineering Drawing

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The correct answer is (b) False

Explanation: Reinforcement is OFTEN included in concrete. Concrete can be formulated with high compressive strength, but ALWAYS has lower tensile strength. For this reason it is usually reinforced with materials that are strong in TENSION, typically steel REBAR.



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