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Cement types


Select the characteristic of Portland cement that corresponds with type III:

A. moderate sulfate resistance
B. high early strength
C. general purpose
D. low-heat of hydration

AnswerB. high early strength (type III) cement in a mix can achieve 2500-3500 psi compressive strength in 24 hours, speeding up removal of forms and the construction sequence.
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