Intersections provide a means for safe and efficient change of direction for drivers. When properly designed, capacity of the route can be enhanced by managing traffic conflicts that arise. a) Describe the 2 main categories of intersections that can be installed at any location. Give 2 examples of each. b) What are major traffic conflicts? In the design of an intersection, discuss some of the ways that can be deployed to address major traffic conflicts that exist on a highwa

Intersections provide a means for safe and efficient change of direction for drivers. When properly designed, capacity of the route can be enhanced by managing traffic conflicts that arise. a) Describe the 2 main categories of intersections that can be installed at any location. Give 2 examples of each. b) What are major traffic conflicts? In the design of an intersection, discuss some of the ways that can be deployed to address major traffic conflicts that exist on a highwa

Traffic and Highway Engineering

5th Edition

ISBN:9781305156241

Author:Garber, Nicholas J.

Publisher:Garber, Nicholas J.

Chapter12: Forecasting Travel Demand

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 27P

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