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Arizona Permit Test: Speed Limits Practice Questions
Posted and default limits, school zones and the basic speed law.
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Question 1
If no speed limit is posted, what is the limit when approaching a school crosswalk in Arizona?
15 mph
10 mph
20 mph
25 mph
Correct answer: 15 mph
When no other limit is posted, Arizona's speed limit approaching a school crosswalk is 15 mph.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Speed Limits
Question 2
What is the speed limit in a business or residential district when no limit is posted?
45 mph
15 mph
35 mph
25 mph
Correct answer: 25 mph
Unless signs say otherwise, the limit in any business or residential district is 25 mph.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Speed Limits
Question 3
When no limit is posted, what is the speed limit on Arizona open highways and city freeways?
55 mph
65 mph
75 mph
45 mph
Correct answer: 55 mph
The default limit is 55 mph on open highways and city freeways; designated open highways allow 65 and rural freeways 75.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Speed Limits
Question 4
What is the maximum speed on Arizona rural freeways when no other limit is posted?
65 mph
70 mph
75 mph
55 mph
Correct answer: 75 mph
Rural freeways have a 75 mph limit unless a different limit is posted.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Speed Limits
Question 5
On designated open highways in Arizona, what is the speed limit when none is posted?
75 mph
55 mph
65 mph
60 mph
Correct answer: 65 mph
Designated open highways carry a 65 mph limit when no other limit is posted.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Speed Limits
Question 6
What does a white speed limit sign with black numbers tell you?
A speed that applies only to trucks
The minimum speed allowed on that road
A suggested speed for good weather and daylight only
The maximum speed you may legally drive
Correct answer: The maximum speed you may legally drive
White speed signs with black letters are regulatory: they show the highest speed you may legally drive.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Speed Limits
Question 7
Posted speed limits are set for which conditions?
The best driving conditions
Nighttime driving only
Heavy traffic during rush hour
Rain and light snow
Correct answer: The best driving conditions
Limits assume ideal conditions; in bad weather you must slow to a reasonable speed.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Speed Limits
Question 8
When driving in bad weather, how should you change your following distance?
Add exactly one car length
Double it and slow down
Cut it in half to see better
Keep it the same as usual
Correct answer: Double it and slow down
In bad weather, double your following distance from the vehicle ahead and reduce your speed.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Speed Limits
Question 9
Arizona roundabouts are designed for about what speed?
15–20 mph
25–30 mph
35–40 mph
5–10 mph
Correct answer: 15–20 mph
Slow down as you approach: roundabouts are designed for speeds of 15–20 mph.
Source: Section 2: Safe Driving Practices – Roundabouts
Question 10
In a school crossing zone with portable signs in place, what is the maximum speed from the first sign until past the crossing?
15 mph
10 mph
25 mph
20 mph
Correct answer: 15 mph
The limit is 15 mph from the first sign to past the school crossing; when the portable signs are not in place, the normal limit applies.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – School Crossing Sign
Question 11
What happens to fines for traffic violations in a posted Arizona work zone?
They stay the same
They double
They are cut in half
They are waived for first offenses
Correct answer: They double
When signs are posted, fines for violations in work zones are doubled to protect workers.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Roadway Construction and Temporary Work Zones
Question 12
You are driving slower than the traffic around you. What should you do?
Stay in the left lane
Keep right and let faster vehicles pass
Speed up past the limit to match the other cars
Turn on your hazard flashers
Correct answer: Keep right and let faster vehicles pass
Driving too slowly can be as dangerous as driving too fast; use the right lane so faster traffic can pass.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Impeding Traffic
Question 13
What do small yellow square signs posted below curve warning signs show?
A safe speed for the curve
The distance to the next town
The number of curves ahead
The minimum legal speed
Correct answer: A safe speed for the curve
Small yellow square plaques under curve signs indicate the safe speed for driving through the curve.
Source: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge – Turn, Curve and Winding Road Signs
Question 14
A vehicle ahead shows the orange-and-red triangle slow-moving vehicle emblem. How fast can it travel at most?
35 mph
25 mph
45 mph
15 mph
Correct answer: 25 mph
A vehicle with the slow-moving vehicle sign cannot travel faster than 25 mph; slow down and be patient.
Source: Section 4: Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles – Slow Moving Vehicles
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