The free-flow speed at section of an expressway is 70 mph and density at flow = 0 is 120vehicle/mile.Determine the density when the flow is at maximum.Determine the maximum capacity.Determine the speed at maximum flow.

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The free-flow speed at section of an expressway is 70 mph and density at flow = 0 is 120 %3D vehicle/mile.

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The free-flow speed at section of an expressway is 70 mph and density at flow = 0 is 120
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Determine the density when the flow is at maximum.
Determine the maximum capacity.
Determine the speed at maximum flow.

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