A section of highway has a capacity of 3750 veh/hr and free flow speed of 57.5 mph.  Speed ​​and density has exhibited linear relationship.  What is the average spacing (in ft) of vehicles at capacity?

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A section of highway has a capacity of 3750 veh/hr and free flow speed of 57.5 mph.  Speed ​​and density has exhibited linear relationship.  What is the average spacing (in ft) of vehicles at capacity?

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