Lesson 6/Practice Exercise
PRACTICE EXERCISE FOR LESSON 6
Instructions
Check your understanding of Lesson 6 by completing the practice exercise. 'There is only one correct
answer to each question. Try to answer all of the questions without referring to the lesson materials.
When you have completed all of the questions, turn the page and check your answers against the correct
responses. Each correct response is referenced to specific portions of the lesson material so that you can
review any questions you have missed or do not understand, before continuing to the next lesson.
1.
How far can a mix normally be moved in a temperate climate?
a.
up to 50 miles
b.
up to 100 miles
c.
up to 150 miles
d.
up to 200 miles
2.
What should the general location of a plant include?
a.
a good supply of water
b.
a good supply of asphalt
c.
a good grade of aggregate
d.
a good roadnet
3.
Where should the specific location of a central plant be?
a.
in an area with light traffic
b.
in a well drained area with stable soil
c.
on top of a large hill with a good water supply
d.
in an area with heavy traffic
4.
What are the three classifications for an asphalt mix plant?
a.
hot type, cold type, and intermediate type
b.
high type, intermediate type, and soil stabilization
c.
dry type, wet type, and mixed type
d.
intermediate type, heavy type, and light type
5.
What components are typical support equipment for use with a 100 to 150 TPH asphalt
plant?
a.
hot oil heater and asphalt meter
b.
truck-mounted fuel tank and a cold water sprayer
c.
solid asphalt tanks and asphalt gas heater
d.
hot water sprayer and a truck-mounted gasoline heater
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