Speed and Alcohol Limits Flashcards
7 cards from real New Zealand Car Driving Test practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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You are approaching a school zone sign. The flashing amber lights are not activated. What speed limit applies?
Answer: The normal speed limit for that road applies
The 40 km/h school zone limit only applies when the flashing amber lights are operating, indicating children are present.
What is the legal consequence of being convicted of drink driving in New Zealand?
Answer: Fines, possible licence disqualification, and in serious cases imprisonment
Drink driving convictions can result in fines, licence disqualification, and imprisonment depending on the severity.
On a rural road showing a 100 km/h limit, road conditions are wet and visibility is poor. What should you do?
Answer: Reduce speed to a level safe for the conditions
You must always drive at a speed appropriate for conditions, which may be well below the posted maximum.
A police officer at a checkpoint asks every passing driver for a compulsory breath test. Can they do this lawfully?
Answer: Yes — police can require a breath test from any driver at any time
New Zealand police have the authority to stop and breath-test any driver at any time without needing a specific reason.
What is the blood alcohol limit for a 17-year-old learner driver in New Zealand?
Answer: Zero — no alcohol is permitted
Any driver under 20 years of age, including learners, must have zero blood alcohol.
A speed limit sign shows '80' in a red circle. You then enter a town and see a '50' sign. Which limit applies inside the town?
Answer: 50 km/h — the new sign overrides the previous limit
Each new speed limit sign overrides the previous one from the point you pass it.
Drinking coffee or eating food after consuming alcohol will:
Answer: Make you feel more alert but not reduce blood alcohol
Coffee or food may make you feel more alert, but they do not lower your blood alcohol level — only time does.