California DMV Speed Limits and Laws 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When approaching a blind intersection where you cannot see traffic for 100 feet in all directions, what is the speed limit?
- 10 mph
- 15 mph (Correct answer)
- 20 mph
- 25 mph
Correct answer: 15 mph
The speed limit at a blind intersection is 15 mph, giving you enough time to stop if a vehicle appears.
Question 2: When passing within 100 feet of a railroad crossing that has no crossing gate or flashing signals, the maximum speed is:
- 10 mph
- 15 mph (Correct answer)
- 20 mph
- 25 mph
Correct answer: 15 mph
The prima facie speed limit within 100 feet of an uncontrolled railroad crossing is 15 mph.
Question 3: When passing a stopped streetcar or trolley where passengers are getting on or off, you must not drive faster than:
- 10 mph (Correct answer)
- 15 mph
- 20 mph
- 25 mph
Correct answer: 10 mph
You must not drive faster than 10 mph when passing a stopped streetcar or trolley where passengers are boarding or alighting.
Question 4: The maximum speed limit for trucks with three or more axles and buses on most California freeways is:
- 45 mph
- 50 mph
- 55 mph (Correct answer)
- 65 mph
Correct answer: 55 mph
Trucks with three or more axles and buses are limited to a maximum of 55 mph on California freeways.
Question 5: On a divided highway with four or more lanes, the maximum speed limit is generally:
- 55 mph
- 60 mph
- 65 mph (Correct answer)
- 70 mph
Correct answer: 65 mph
On a divided highway with four or more lanes, the maximum speed limit is 65 mph unless otherwise posted.
Question 6: Which of the following statements about prima facie speed limits is TRUE?
- They can only be enforced if a sign is posted
- They apply by law even without a posted sign (Correct answer)
- They only apply during daytime hours
- They can be exceeded if traffic is moving faster
Correct 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.
Question 7: When is it legal to drive faster than the posted speed limit in California?
- When passing another vehicle on a two-lane road
- When responding to a personal emergency
- When traffic is flowing faster than the posted limit
- It is never legal to exceed the posted speed limit (Correct answer)
Correct 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.
California DMV Speed Limits and Laws 2
When approaching a blind intersection where you cannot see traffic for 100 feet in all directions, what is the speed limit?