Question: Problem 2 ( 1 0 pts ) . The capacity of a highway is suddenly reduced to 6 0 % of its normal capacity due

Problem 2(10 pts). The capacity of a highway is suddenly reduced to 60% of its normal
capacity due to closure of certain lanes in a work zone.
If the Greenshield model defines the relationship between speed and density for this
highway, (the highway jam density is 112vehhr, and the mean free speed is 64.5mph,)
calculate the capacity of the highway. (2 pts)
Calculate the regular capacity of the highway. (1 pt)
Determine arrival flow if it is at 80% of regular capacity. (1 pt)
What are the values of space mean speed and density in steady (uncongested) flow,
upstream of the work zone region? (2 pts)
What are the values of space mean speed and density in the congested vicinity of the
work zone (2 pts)?
What are the reduction and increase in space mean speed and density by the work zone?
(2 pts)
Problem 2 ( 1 0 pts ) . The capacity of a highway

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