Advisory speed tab

This tab is posted under a curve sign. What does it mean?

1. The speed limit for trucks only
2. The speed limit for the next 40 km
3. The minimum speed allowed on the curve
4. The maximum safe speed for the curve (Correct answer) ✓

Explanation: A yellow speed tab under a curve warning shows the highest speed at which the curve can be driven safely in good conditions.

The tab under a curve sign shows 40 km/h, and it is snowing. What speed should you choose?

1. Exactly 40 km/h, since it is the minimum
2. Slower than 40 km/h if the conditions call for it (Correct answer) ✓
3. Up to 60 km/h, since the tab is only advice
4. The road's regular speed limit

Explanation: The tab shows the maximum safe speed for the curve. On snow, ice or wet pavement you may need to go slower still.

You see this tab under a ramp sign at a highway exit. What does it tell you?

1. The distance to the ramp
2. The speed you must reach before you exit
3. The speed limit on the road after the ramp
4. The maximum safe speed on the ramp (Correct answer) ✓

Explanation: Ramps often curve tightly. The tab shows the highest safe speed on the ramp, so slow down before you enter it.