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

The default speed limit in a school zone when children are present is 30 km/h unless posted otherwise.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

50 km/h

Answer

The default speed limit on urban streets in British Columbia where no sign is posted is 50 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

Wet roads reduce tire grip and increase stopping distances, so you must reduce speed and increase following distance.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

100 km/h

Answer

The default maximum speed limit on most BC highways is 100 km/h unless posted otherwise.

Question 5

When driving in fog, you should use:

Accepted Answer

Low beam headlights or fog lights

Answer

Low beam headlights or dedicated fog lights are most effective in fog since high beams reflect off the fog and reduce visibility.

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