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What is the diffence between prescribed mix and design mix

Answer Posted / sujit ( hari machines)

Prescribed mix is some mixing proportion given by IS 456-
2000 for diffrent type of grade of concrete. example- M20
is 1:11/2:3
design mix is consider from local material to achieve
strength of respective grade of concrete.

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