Workability of a concrete – mix is determined by
(i)Slump cone test
(ii)Compaction factor test
(iii)Vee bee test
[ A ] i
[ B ] ii
[ C ] i and ii
[ D ] i, ii and iii

1 Answer

Answer :

[ D ] i, ii and iii

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