Practice question

What is the principal reason for cold-milling an existing asphalt pavement before an overlay?

  1. To heat the old pavement so tack is unnecessary
  2. To remove distressed material and restore profile, cross slope, and a uniform overlay thickness
  3. To increase the old pavement's air voids before the new lift is placed
  4. To convert the project from HMA to Portland cement concrete without changing thickness

Answer: B — To remove distressed material and restore profile, cross slope, and a uniform overlay thickness

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