Utah permit test: speed limits & control

Posted and basic speed laws, statutory limits and adjusting speed to conditions. 5 questions.

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Speed limits & controlUtah rule

Unless a sign says otherwise, what is the speed limit near a school building or grounds during recess in Utah?

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Sample speed limits & control questions

  1. Unless a sign says otherwise, what is the speed limit near a school building or grounds during recess in Utah?

    • A 15 mph
    • B 30 mph
    • C 25 mph
    • D 20 mph
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    D. 20 mph

    Utah's school-zone limit is 20 mph when passing a school during recess, while children are going to or leaving school, or when the flashing lights are on. Children can run into the street without warning.

    Source: Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial), page 54

  2. With no sign posted and no special hazards, what is the speed limit in a Utah business or residential area?

    • A 20 mph
    • B 30 mph
    • C 25 mph
    • D 35 mph
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    C. 25 mph

    When no sign is posted, Utah's speed limit in business and residential areas is 25 mph. You must still drive slower if conditions make 25 mph unsafe.

    Source: Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial), page 54

  3. The posted limit is 45 mph, but the road is covered in ice. According to Utah's basic speed law, which statement is correct?

    • A 45 mph is legal because it is the posted limit
    • B Speed limits do not apply in winter weather
    • C Even 10 mph may be too fast for the conditions
    • D You may drive 5 mph under the limit and be safe
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    C. Even 10 mph may be too fast for the conditions

    Utah's basic speed law says you may never drive faster than is reasonable and prudent for the conditions. The handbook warns that 10 mph on an icy road may be too fast.

    Source: Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial), page 55

  4. What is the highest speed limit that may be posted on Utah's rural interstate highways?

    • A 85 mph
    • B 80 mph
    • C 70 mph
    • D 65 mph
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    B. 80 mph

    Utah rural interstates may be posted at 65, 70, 75 or 80 mph, and transition zones are marked with signs and pavement markings. Always follow the posted limit and slow down when conditions require.

    Source: Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial), page 54