Practice question

What is the saturation flow rate at a signalized intersection?

  1. The maximum flow rate that can pass through the intersection during one full signal cycle
  2. The maximum rate at which vehicles can discharge from a queue during a green phase under ideal conditions
  3. The flow rate at which the intersection operates at LOS D
  4. 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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