Write down the speed-density and flow-density equations

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Assuming a linear speed-density relationship, the mean free speed is observed to be 60 mph near zero density, and the corresponding jam density is 140 veh/mi.

a) Write down the speed-density and flow-density equations.

b) Sketch the v-k, v-q, and q-k diagrams indicating the critical values.

c) Compute speed and density corresponding to a flow of 1000 veh/hr

Note: 5,280 ft = 1 mile.

Reference no: EM13561534

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