Multiple choice

Which of the following stress combinations are appropriate in identifying the critical condition for the design of concrete pavements?

 
Type of Stress Location
P. Load 1. Corner
Q. Temperature 2. Edge
3. Interior

  1. P - 2, Q - 3

  2. P - 1, Q - 3

  3. P - 3, Q - 1

  4. P - 2, Q - 2
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Explanation

In concrete pavement design, load stress is critical at the edge (2), and temperature warping stress is critical at the interior (3) due to the slab's restraint.

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