Question

Which statement best describes the importance of joints in the roadways of Bridges ?

Answer 1

Answer:

c. Joints allow the roadway to expand and contract as cars put force on the bridge

Explanation:

The reasons why joints are allowed on roadway is to accommodate the contraction and expansion of the road as cars put force on them.

• Most materials used in making roadways are susceptible to expansion and contraction.
• When a measure of force is applied their length either increases or decreases depending on the type of force.
• To accommodate these changes, joints are placed in roadways