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You leave a paved highway and turn onto a gravel road that has no speed limit signs. What is the maximum legal speed on the gravel road?
Correct answer: 35 mph
Why
Loose gravel and dirt give your tires less grip than pavement, so it takes longer to stop and it is easier to skid. Slow down before curves and hills, and leave extra space, because dust from other vehicles can hide hazards. Road officials can post a different limit, and a sign always replaces the default.
Verified against Virginia Driver's Manual · Speed limits · p. 17
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