speed limits Flashcards
speed limit for a built up area
30 mph
speed limit single carriageway
60 mph
speed limit dual carriageway
70 mph
speed limit motorway
70 mph
what area is this and describe key features
built-up areas (restricted road)
a system of street lighting furnished by means of lamps placed not more than 200 yards apart
what area is this and describe key features
A single carriageway is a road in which the traffic flowing in both directions is undivided.
The term ‘carriageway’ refers to the whole road (traffic in both directions). A single carriageway also does NOT have traffic lights placed less than 200 yards apart.
what area is this and describe key features
A dual carriageway is a road with separated traffic lanes for each direction
The division is referred to as a central reservation; often in the form of a metal barrier/ or can be grass etc..
what area is this and describe key features
A motorway is a major road which has been specially designed for fast moving travel.
what does this sign mean
sign for the minimum speed limit
which road is the same as a country road?
single carriageway
what speed is safe for sharp turnings on a country road?
40 mph
braking distances for …. mph
20
30
40
50
60
70
how does stopping distance change in wet conditions
double from normal
how does stopping distance change in icy conditions
potentially 10 times than normal
