Question

1. during extreme weather conditions, under which speed law could an officer cite you for driving 45 mph in a posted 45 mph zone?

a. maximum speed law
b. basic speed law
c. prima facie speed law
d. safest speed law

Explanation:

The Basic Speed Law (also known as the "reasonable and prudent" speed law) requires drivers to adjust their speed based on road and weather conditions, even if they are within the posted speed limit. In extreme weather, driving the posted speed (45 mph) might still be unsafe, so an officer could cite under the Basic Speed Law. The Maximum Speed Law is about not exceeding the posted limit (here, 45 mph is the limit, so not this). Prima Facie and Safest Speed Law are not standard terms matching this context as closely as Basic Speed Law.

Answer:

B. Basic Speed Law