A layer of asphalt or binder used to smooth together two sections of pavement is called?

• A. Laminate
• B. Lane Loading
• C. Leveling Course
• D. Lighting Standard

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is a smoothing, bridging layer between sections of pavement to create a uniform surface for the final ride. A leveling course is a relatively thin layer of asphalt or binder placed between the underlying base and the subsequent surface layer to smooth out irregularities and joints from different sections. By filling gaps and feathering transitions, it ensures a flat, continuous plane so the final wearing course can be compacted evenly and provide a consistent ride quality. It also helps establish a good bond between lifts and reduces the potential for differential settlement at joints.

Laminate is not a standard term for pavement joints, lane loading refers to traffic effects rather than a construction layer, and a lighting standard is unrelated to pavement structure.