AK DMV AK DMV Speed Limits and Speed Management 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: At what speed limit does Alaska consider a violation 'excessive speed' subject to enhanced penalties?
- More than 10 mph over the limit
- More than 15 mph over the limit
- More than 20 mph over the limit (Correct answer)
- More than 25 mph over the limit
Correct answer: More than 20 mph over the limit
In Alaska, traveling more than 20 mph over the posted speed limit is typically considered excessive speed with enhanced penalties.
Question 2: When towing a trailer in Alaska, what is the maximum speed you should typically observe?
- 45 mph
- 55 mph (Correct answer)
- 65 mph
- 70 mph
Correct answer: 55 mph
When towing a trailer in Alaska, drivers should generally not exceed 55 mph for safe handling and braking distance.
Question 3: What is the posted speed limit on most Alaska residential streets unless otherwise marked?
- 15 mph
- 20 mph
- 25 mph (Correct answer)
- 30 mph
Correct answer: 25 mph
Most residential streets in Alaska have a posted or default speed limit of 25 mph to protect pedestrians and local residents.
Question 4: How should you adjust your speed when driving on an Alaskan gravel road?
- Maintain the posted highway speed
- Drive at least 45 mph to prevent fishtailing
- Reduce speed significantly below the posted limit (Correct answer)
- Keep speed above 35 mph to maintain steering control
Correct answer: Reduce speed significantly below the posted limit
Gravel roads provide less traction and visibility than paved roads, requiring drivers to reduce speed well below the posted limit.
Question 5: When descending a steep grade in Alaska, what is the safest speed management technique?
- Use brakes continuously to maintain speed
- Downshift to a lower gear to use engine braking (Correct answer)
- Accelerate to maintain momentum
- Coast in neutral to reduce engine wear
Correct answer: Downshift to a lower gear to use engine braking
Downshifting to use engine braking on steep grades prevents brake fade and maintains better vehicle control.
Question 6: What speed adjustment is required when passing through a tunnel in Alaska?
- Increase speed to exit quickly
- Maintain highway speed
- Reduce speed to the posted tunnel limit (Correct answer)
- Slow to 15 mph regardless of posting
Correct answer: Reduce speed to the posted tunnel limit
Drivers must reduce to the posted speed limit when entering a tunnel because of limited sight distance and restricted maneuverability.
AK DMV AK DMV Speed Limits and Speed Management 2
At what speed limit does Alaska consider a violation 'excessive speed' subject to enhanced penalties?