Question

Why  do we need Standard Consistency Test?

(a) To determine the quality of cement

(b) To determine the quality of water

(c) To determine the quality of mixed concrete

(d) To determine the strength of concrete block

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Answer 1

The correct option is (b) To determine the quality of water

The best explanation: This test is performed to determine the quantity of water required to produce a cement paste of standard or normal consistency.