Practice question

When NMDOT pays earthwork on the final cross-sectioned volume, how are shrinkage and swell handled?

  1. A 15 percent shrinkage factor is always deducted
  2. A 25 percent swell factor is always added to rock
  3. The Department will not apply any shrinkage or swell factor
  4. The Contractor may pick any factor in the bid

Answer: C — The Department will not apply any shrinkage or swell factor

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