ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I Practice Exam

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Where is the measurement for slump taken from?

The bottom of the mold
The top of the mold to the original center of the specimen
The base of the mold to the top of the slumped concrete
The overflow area around the mold

The correct answer is: The top of the mold to the original center of the specimen

The measurement for slump is specifically taken from the top of the mold to the original center of the specimen. This method is crucial because it provides an accurate representation of the deformation of the concrete after the mold has been removed. The slump test is intended to measure the consistency and workability of fresh concrete, and the distance measured reflects how much the concrete has settled under its own weight. Using the original center of the specimen as a reference point ensures that variations in concrete placement or density do not skew the results, thus allowing for reliable comparisons across different tests. Each slump measurement is then standardized to this starting point to maintain consistency and accuracy in evaluating the concrete's properties.