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Maximum speed 50 km/h

Maximum speed 50 km/h

The maximum speed allowed is 50 km/h. Drive slower when conditions are poor.

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Practice questions with this sign

What does this sign mean?

  1. 50 km/h is recommended only in bad weather.
  2. The minimum speed is 50 km/h.
  3. The speed limit changes to 50 km/h ahead.
  4. The maximum speed is 50 km/h. (Correct answer)

Explanation: A MAXIMUM sign shows the highest speed allowed. You may drive slower, and should when conditions are poor.

You pass this sign during heavy snow. What speed should you drive?

  1. Exactly 50 km/h to keep traffic moving.
  2. Up to 60 km/h if other drivers are going that fast.
  3. 50 km/h, as long as your hazard lights are on.
  4. Slower than 50 km/h, so you can stop safely. (Correct answer)

Explanation: The posted limit is the most you may drive in good conditions. In bad weather, heavy traffic or construction, drive below it.

In a city, town or village with no speed limit sign posted, what is the maximum speed?

  1. 40 km/h
  2. 50 km/h (Correct answer)
  3. 80 km/h
  4. 60 km/h

Explanation: Where no limit is posted, the maximum is 50 km/h in cities, towns and villages, and 80 km/h elsewhere.

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