Practice question
What is the saturation flow rate at a signalized intersection?
- The maximum flow rate that can pass through the intersection during one full signal cycle
- The maximum rate at which vehicles can discharge from a queue during a green phase under ideal conditions
- The flow rate at which the intersection operates at LOS D
- The maximum number of vehicles that enter the intersection in one hour
Answer: B — The maximum rate at which vehicles can discharge from a queue during a green phase under ideal conditions
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