Quiz 1
Distress Expert
Recognizing specific types of distress is the first step in treating roads. Identify signs of deterioration for your Distress Expert Certificate.
IDENTIFY
THE
DISTRESS
Gradual alteration of pavement's physical characteristics (color, flexibility, fragility, etc.) due to asphalt binder's exposure to oxygen.

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IDENTIFY
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DISTRESS
A pattern of longitudinal and transverse cracks that divides a large portion of pavement into rectangular or square segments.

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IDENTIFY
THE
DISTRESS
Disintegration of pavement due to the loss of asphalt and coarse aggregate.

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IDENTIFY
THE
DISTRESS
A type of distress occurring on the surface of pavement that is caused by a variety of culprits including deterioration, water infiltration, traffic loads, oxidation and freeze/thaw cycles.

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DISTRESS
Depression or cavity in a road surface caused by traffic, weather and the expansion of groundwater that has found its way under the pavement.

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