Speed Limits Flashcards

This sign indicates that you must:

Answer: Share this road with other people and vehicles and not exceed 10 km/h

Explanation: This road will be shared by walkers and other vehicles. The speed restriction is ten kilometers per hour.

In a 60 km/h zone, you're stuck in heavy traffic. 60 km/h seems a little fast given the conditions. So, what are your options?

Answer: Slow down to a speed that suits the conditions.

Explanation: You have control over your speed. Slow down if you don't feel comfortable going at a specific speed.

The speed restriction is 100 km/h where there are no speed limit signs, unless:

Answer: There are street lights along the road.

The correct answer: There are street lights along the road.

It is illegal to have a radar detector or jammer in your car:

Answer: No matter what your reason is.

Explanation: In your car, you are not permitted to use a radar detector or a jammer.

What are the possible consequences of exceeding the speed limit?

Answer: Fines, demerit points and possibly loss of license.

Explanation: For exceeding the speed limit, you could face a hefty fine, the loss of your license, and the accumulation of demerit points.

The speed limit in a Shared Traffic Zone, where walkers and other road users can safely share the road, is:

Answer: 10 Km/h.

Explanation: Pedestrians and automobiles will share the route, the speed limit is set at 10 km/h.

It's illegal to drive faster than the posted speed limit because:

Answer: Never legally permitted.

Explanation: You must never exceed the speed limit set by the law.

What is the normal residential speed limit when driving through a neighborhood? You should:

Answer: In residential areas, the posted speed limit is 30 mph.

Explanation: In residential areas, the posted speed limit is 30 mph. Residential, municipal, and commercial roadways all have a 30 mph speed restriction; nevertheless, you should always check for posted speed limit signs just in case.

What is the usual speed limit when driving down a highway or street?

Answer: Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed restriction on streets and highways is 55 mph.

Explanation: Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit on streets and highways is 55 mph. Always adjust your speed when driving in hazardous situations (bad weather or bad roads.)

You need to get on what is called a rural (not in a city) interstate but can't recall the speed limit, what is it?

Answer: A 70 mph limit applies to rural interstates unless otherwise indicated.

Explanation: If there is no other sign indicating differently, the speed restriction on rural interstates is 70 miles per hour.

Is it necessary to slow down if a speed restriction of 50 mph is posted although it has been raining?

Answer: In bad weather, you should slow down and adjust your speed.

Explanation: In bad weather, you should slow down. Speed limit Signs indicate the fastest speed at which you should travel in favorable conditions. To maintain full control of your vehicle and avoid collisions in hazardous situations, such as severe weather or heavy traffic, you must reduce your speed (slow down).

What is the school zone speed limit?

Answer: Unless otherwise posted, the speed restriction in school zones is 20 mph.

Explanation: Unless otherwise indicated, the speed limit in school zones is 20 mph, and the fine for receiving a traffic ticket is doubled.

Will you receive a ticket with a lower fine if you are caught speeding just 5 mph over the School Zone speed limit?

Answer: No, your traffic ticket fine is doubled if you go over the speed limit in a school zone.

Explanation: No, your ticket fine is doubled if you exceed the speed limit in a school zone. Additionally, you may be subject to a $1,000 civil fine and ordered to attend traffic school.

You should do the following when you get closer to a construction zone:

Answer: To change your speed, look for the posted Construction Zone Speed Limit.

Explanation: To change your speed, look for the posted Construction Zone Speed Limit. If you speed in a construction zone, the speeding punishment is doubled.

If a car is stopped at a red light next to you and revs its engine and accelerates in an attempt to induce you to race, you should:

Answer: Do not race and ignore them.

Explanation: Do not race and ignore them. Instead, accelerate gradually to maintain the speed limit rather than racing. Racing is exceedingly risky and might lead to license revocation (termination of driving privilege.)

Driving beyond the maximum speed limit is:

Answer: Never permitted under law.

Explanation: Never go beyond the speed limit that is allowed by law.

How far should you stop when traveling at 100 kph on a dry road?

Answer: About 90-100 metres

Explanation: The stopping distance can be considerably About 10-20 metresx in poor driving conditions.

While traveling at 50 mph on the highway, you notice a car in the middle of the road with its hazard lights on and people attempting to push it off the road. How far will your vehicle go before you decide to stop

Answer: About 55 feet.

Explanation: Your brain will take anything from 3/4 to 1 second to realize that you need to stop. The time it takes for your brain to detect a hazard after you first see it is known as the perception distance. That corresponds to 55 feet at 50 mph.

What is the best way to stop your vehicle from being hit from behind?

Answer: Take your foot off the gas, scan your blind areas, and apply steady pressure to the brakes.

Explanation: By releasing the gas, your vehicle will begin to slow down, and you will stop smoothly with steady brake pressure.

What is your total stopping distance at 50 mph?

Answer: About 268 feet.

Explanation: Your overall stopping distance is at least 268 feet at 50 mph. The 268 feet are made up of 158 feet for braking, 55 feet for perception, and 55 feet for reaction.