Everyday life practice question
Unless a sign shows a different limit, what is the usual speed limit for cars on a street with lamp posts in a built-up area in England?
- 50 mph
- 40 mph
- 20 mph
- 30 mphCorrect answer
Why
In England a road with regular street lighting is normally treated as a built-up area with a default 30 mph limit for cars, unless signs indicate otherwise.
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