Highway facilities are designed for
A. annual average hourly volume
B. annual average daily traffic
C. thirtieth highest hourly volume
D. peak hourly volume of the year
Answer: Option D
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Highway facilities are designed to accommodate the highest traffic volume experienced during peak hours of the year. This volume, known as the peak hourly volume of the year, helps engineers dimension highways to ensure smooth traffic flow during periods of highest demand.This Question Belongs to Civil Engineering >> Highway Engineering
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Highway facilities are designed for
A. annual average hourly volume
B. annual average daily traffic
C. thirtieth highest hourly volume
D. peak hourly volume of the year
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