Proportions of materials in a mix are more correctly specified by weight than volume because
A) Water weighs more than cement
B) Coarse aggregates weigh more than fine aggregates
C) Segregation affects the volume of coarse aggregates
D) Bulking affects the volume of fine aggregates
E) Dense aggregates have a greater volume than lightweight aggregates

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Bulking affects the volume of fine aggregates, making weight a more accurate measure for proportions in a mix.

Proportions of Materials in a Mix Are More Correctly Specified