Question

A __________________ roller is a multi purpose roller which is used for various purposes and for practically all type of roads.

(a) Smooth wheeled

(b) Pneumatic

(c) Rubber tyred

(d) Dead weight

This question was addressed to me in an interview.

Question is taken from Hoisting Equipments topic in section Construction Equipments of Construction & Building Materials

Answer 1

Correct answer is (a) Smooth wheeled

For explanation: Smooth wheeled rollers are suitable to compact a wide range of soils, preferably granular soil and pavement material for various layers. These rollers are particularly helpful in compacting soil and other materials where a crushing action is advantages.