Speed Limits and Laws Flashcards
7 cards from real CALIFORNIA DMV practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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When approaching a blind intersection where you cannot see traffic for 100 feet in all directions, what is the speed limit?
Answer: 15 mph
The speed limit at a blind intersection is 15 mph, giving you enough time to stop if a vehicle appears.
When passing within 100 feet of a railroad crossing that has no crossing gate or flashing signals, the maximum speed is:
Answer: 15 mph
The prima facie speed limit within 100 feet of an uncontrolled railroad crossing is 15 mph.
When passing a stopped streetcar or trolley where passengers are getting on or off, you must not drive faster than:
Answer: 10 mph
You must not drive faster than 10 mph when passing a stopped streetcar or trolley where passengers are boarding or alighting.
The maximum speed limit for trucks with three or more axles and buses on most California freeways is:
Answer: 55 mph
Trucks with three or more axles and buses are limited to a maximum of 55 mph on California freeways.
On a divided highway with four or more lanes, the maximum speed limit is generally:
Answer: 65 mph
On a divided highway with four or more lanes, the maximum speed limit is 65 mph unless otherwise posted.
Which of the following statements about prima facie speed limits is TRUE?
Answer: They apply by law even without a posted sign
Prima facie speed limits are established by California law and apply automatically even without a posted speed limit sign.
When is it legal to drive faster than the posted speed limit in California?
Answer: It is never legal to exceed the posted speed limit
It is never legal to drive faster than the posted speed limit in California regardless of traffic flow or personal circumstances.