Structural Analysis
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A section of highway has a capacity of 3750 veh/hr and free flow speed of 57.5 mph. Speed and density has exhibited linear relationship. What is the average spacing (in ft) of vehicles at capacity? C. 0.629 A. 40.48 B. 20.20 C. 62.61 D. 65.22 QUESTION
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