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The posted limit is 45 mph, but heavy rain makes 45 unsafe. What speed is lawful?
Correct answer: A slower speed that is reasonable and prudent.
Why
Florida's basic speed rule requires a reasonable and prudent speed under actual conditions, even below the posted maximum.
Verified against Official Florida Driver License Handbook · Basic speed decision · p. 76
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