ICBC Speed Limits and Driving Conditions

Question 1

What is the default speed limit in a school zone when children are present and no other limit is posted?

Accepted Answer

30 km/h

Answer

20 km/h

Answer

50 km/h

Answer

60 km/h

Question 2

The default speed limit on urban streets in BC where no sign is posted is:

Accepted Answer

50 km/h

Answer

40 km/h

Answer

60 km/h

Answer

70 km/h

Question 3

You are driving in heavy rain and the roads are wet. You should:

Accepted Answer

Reduce your speed and increase following distance

Answer

Maintain your normal speed since you have good tires

Answer

Turn on your hazard lights and maintain speed

Answer

Drive in the left lane to avoid puddles

Question 4

What is the maximum speed limit on most BC highways unless otherwise posted?

Accepted Answer

100 km/h

Answer

80 km/h

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90 km/h

Answer

110 km/h

Question 5

When driving in fog, you should use:

Accepted Answer

Low beam headlights or fog lights

Answer

High beam headlights to see further

Answer

Hazard lights only

Answer

No lights — they reflect off the fog

Question 6

Hydroplaning occurs when:

Accepted Answer

Your tires lose contact with the road due to water build-up

Answer

Your vehicle skids on ice

Answer

Brakes overheat on a steep hill

Answer

Tires lose pressure rapidly