Speed Limits and Following Flashcards
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What is the default speed limit on an urban road in New Zealand where no speed limit sign is posted?
Answer: 50 km/h
The default urban speed limit in New Zealand is 50 km/h unless otherwise signed.
A school speed zone sign (40 km/h) applies at what times?
Answer: Only when the flashing lights are active or 'when children present' signs are displayed
The 40 km/h limit in school zones applies only when indicated by flashing lights or 'when children present' signs.
If you are following a large truck closely on a highway, which additional hazard does this create beyond longer stopping distances?
Answer: Reduced forward visibility
Tailgating a large truck blocks your view of the road ahead, preventing you from seeing hazards in time to react.
On an unsealed (gravel) road in New Zealand, how should you adjust your speed compared to the posted limit?
Answer: Drive significantly slower because grip and braking distance are reduced
Gravel reduces tyre grip and increases stopping distances, so you should drive well below the posted limit.
You are travelling at 60 km/h in a 50 km/h zone. Which statement is correct?
Answer: You are committing a speeding offence
Travelling 60 km/h in a 50 km/h zone is a speeding offence regardless of traffic flow or road width.
What is the key purpose of maintaining a safe following distance?
Answer: To give you time to react and brake before hitting the vehicle ahead
A safe following distance gives you the reaction time and stopping distance needed to avoid a collision if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly.
In New Zealand, what speed limit generally applies on an open rural road unless otherwise signed?
Answer: 100 km/h
The default open road speed limit in New Zealand is 100 km/h.