Which statement best describes the California Basic Speed Law?

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Which statement best describes the California Basic Speed Law?

The fundamental idea is that you must drive at a speed that is safe for the conditions you’re in, and you must not exceed the posted limit. This means you actively adjust your speed based on weather, visibility, road surface, and traffic. For example, in rain, fog, snow, or on a winding, wet, or dark road, you slow down to keep a safe distance and be able to stop in time. The posted speed limit is a maximum under normal conditions, but when conditions worsen, driving at or near that limit can be unsafe. You should be able to stop within the distance you can see and have enough time to react to hazards.

The fundamental idea is that you must drive at a speed that is safe for the conditions you’re in, and you must not exceed the posted limit. This means you actively adjust your speed based on weather, visibility, road surface, and traffic. For example, in rain, fog, snow, or on a winding, wet, or dark road, you slow down to keep a safe distance and be able to stop in time. The posted speed limit is a maximum under normal conditions, but when conditions worsen, driving at or near that limit can be unsafe. You should be able to stop within the distance you can see and have enough time to react to hazards.

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