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Speed and conditions questions

California's basic speed law, posted and maximum limits, school zones, blind intersections, alleys and railroad crossings. Also following distance, and driving in fog, rain, ice and the dark.

Each question below covers one rule from the California Driver Handbook. Answer it, see why the other answers are wrong, and follow the link to the handbook page.

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13 questions

  1. Basic Speed LawWhat does California's Basic Speed Law require?
  2. Maximum speed on most highwaysUnless a sign says otherwise, what is the top speed limit on most California highways?
  3. 55 mph: two-lane undivided highways and towingNo sign is posted. What is the speed limit on a two-lane undivided highway?
  4. School zone speed limitUnless a lower limit is posted, what is the speed limit within 500 feet of a school when kids are outside or crossing?
  5. Business and residential districtsNo sign is posted. What is the speed limit in a residential district?
  6. Blind intersectionsWhat is the speed limit at a blind intersection?
  7. AlleysWhat is the speed limit in an alley?
  8. Railroad crossings with a limited viewWithin 100 feet of a railroad crossing with no gates or signals, you can't see 400 feet down the tracks. What's the limit?
  9. Wet roadsHow much should you slow down on a wet road?
  10. Packed snowHow should you adjust your speed on packed snow?
  11. IceWhat is the most you should drive on an icy road?
  12. Three-second following distanceHow far back from the car ahead should you stay?
  13. When rain first startsWhen is a road often the most slippery?

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