GATE CE 2022: Transportation Engineering & Surveying Quiz #5

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

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

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 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

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.

Which of the following are the methods for the design of flexible pavements?

i. Group Index Method

ii. California Bearing Ratio Method

iii. California Resistance Value Method

iv. Triaxial Method