What does 'speed limit' mean for a driver in good conditions?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. A maximum, not a target, and the safe speed may be lower
- Step 1: Limits are maxima for the best conditions. Step 2. You should adapt your speed to rain, traffic and hazards. Answer: A maximum, not a target, and the safe speed may be lower. Why not the others: Limits are not targets or minima, and they apply whether or not a camera is visible.
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