In case of severe environmental exposure (as per IS 456:2000), what is the minimum grade of concrete recommended?
- AM20
- BM25
- CM30Correct
- DM35
Solution
Concept
Minimum grade by exposure
Step-by-step solution
1. IS 456: severe exposure → minimum M30.
Explanation
Severe exposure needs M30.
Why the other options are wrong
M20 (mild), M25 (moderate), M35 (very severe).
Shortcut
Severe = M30.
Correct answer: C) M30