35.2 - Capacity
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Practice Questions
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What is the definition of capacity in traffic engineering?
💡 Hint: Think about the maximum number of vehicles on a road.
Name one factor that affects road capacity.
💡 Hint: Consider what characteristics of the road affect vehicle flow.
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What does capacity refer to in traffic engineering?
💡 Hint: Think about what capacity means in terms of vehicle flow.
True or False: Capacity is dependent on the demand for a transportation facility.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of capacity.
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A city experiences increased traffic volume during rush hour, leading to congestion in a specific corridor. Analyze how this event relates to roadway capacity and suggest a solution.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when traffic volume exceeds capacity.
Given a road with varying lane widths, determine how this affects overall capacity and propose adjustments for improved traffic flow.
💡 Hint: Think about how lane width impacts vehicle movement.
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