Speed
A driver is travelling at 70 km/h on an icy road where the legal limit is 90 km/h. This is an example of:
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
- A Speeding
- B Generic speed
- C Minimum speed violation
- ✓ Inappropriate speed
Why this is the correct answer
Although the driver is respecting the legal limit, 70 km/h may be excessive on an icy road. Driving at a speed unsuitable for the actual conditions is called inappropriate speed.
More questions on Speed
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