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A concrete mix includes the following ingredients per cubic foot:
a. Cement = 25 lb
b. Water = 11 lb
c. No admixture
Table P6.31 shows possible changes that can be made to the mix ingredients. Indicate in the appropriate boxes in the table what will happen in each case for the workability and the ultimate compressive strength as increase, decrease, or approximately the same.
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