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Abrams' Law: The rule of concrete stating that with given materials, curing, and testing conditions, concrete strength is inversely related to the ratio of water to cement. Low water-to-cement ratios produce higher concrete strengths
Accelerator: Chemical substance added to a concrete mix that reduces the set time by increasing the rate of hydration.
Aggregate: a mixture of sand, rock, crushed stone, expanded materials, or particles, both enhances....

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Adjuster Scope: An estimate prepared by an insurance adjuster (estimator) addressing specific damages covered by an insurance policy.

Adverse Occupants: Occupants who are in possession of a HUD owned or Custodial property without the legal right to be there.

Acquisition: The process through which a real property or mortgage note secured by a real property is....