DKT Speed and Safe Distances

Question 1

Unless signs say otherwise, the default speed limit in a built-up area in NSW is:

Accepted Answer

50 km/h

Answer

In a built-up area (where there are buildings next to the road or street lighting at intervals of less than 100 metres), the default speed limit is 50 km/h unless a sign shows a different limit.

Question 2

The recommended minimum following distance in good conditions is at least:

Accepted Answer

A 3-second gap behind the vehicle in front

Answer

A 3-second gap gives you time to react and stop. Pick a fixed point, and when the vehicle ahead passes it, count three seconds. In poor conditions you should at least double this gap.

Question 3

When driving in rain, fog or on a wet road, you should:

Accepted Answer

Reduce your speed and increase your following distance

Answer

Wet, foggy or slippery conditions increase stopping distances and reduce visibility. Slow down and at least double your following distance so you have more time to react and stop safely.

Question 4

A learner driver (L plates) in NSW must not exceed a speed limit of:

Accepted Answer

90 km/h

Answer

In NSW, learner licence holders must not drive faster than 90 km/h, even where a higher limit is signposted. P1 drivers are limited to 90 km/h and P2 drivers to 100 km/h.

Question 5

Speed limits in a school zone in NSW typically apply:

Accepted Answer

During the signposted times on school days (commonly mornings and afternoons)

Answer

School zone speed limits (usually 40 km/h) apply during the times shown on the signs on gazetted school days, typically the morning and afternoon periods when children are arriving and leaving.

Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) Practice Test

Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) Practice Test

DKT Speed and Safe Distances