If P is the standard consistency of cement the amount of water used in conducting the initial setting time test on cement is
- A0.65P
- B0.85PCorrect
- C0.6P
- D0.8P
Solution
Concept
Vicat test water content
Formula
Water = 0.85 P
Step-by-step solution
1. For initial and final setting time tests, water = 0.85 × P (P = % water for standard consistency).
Explanation
IS 4031 specifies 0.85P.
Why the other options are wrong
Other factors are not specified.
Shortcut
0.85 P.
Correct answer: B) 0.85P