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What will be the theoretical maximum capacity for a single lane of highway, if the given speed of the traffic stream is 60 kmph and the average center-to-center spacing of the vehicle is 13.98 m?

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Highway capacity depends on speed and spacing. Closer spacing reduces capacity, while higher speeds increase it.
Updated On: Feb 18, 2026
  • 4391.84
  • 4491.84
  • 4591.84
  • 4291.84
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Traffic Capacity Formula.
The theoretical maximum capacity \( C \) is calculated using the formula: \[C = \frac{1000 \times V}{S}\] with the following parameters: - \( V = 60 \, \text{kmph} = 1000 \, \text{m/min} \) (speed), - \( S = 13.98 \, \text{m} \) (center-to-center spacing).

Step 2: Calculation.
Substituting the values yields: \[C = \frac{1000 \times 60}{13.98} = \frac{60000}{13.98} \approx 4391.84 \, \text{veh/hr/lane}.\]

Step 3: Result.
The highway lane's maximum theoretical capacity is 4391.84 vehicles per hour. Therefore, the correct option is (A) 4391.84.

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