South Africa Learner's License (K53) — All Questions

Unless a sign shows otherwise, the general speed limit in an urban area is:

• a.60 km/h✓
• b.80 km/h
• c.40 km/h
• d.100 km/h

The default speed limit in a public urban (built-up) area is 60 km/h unless a sign shows otherwise. (K53 / National Road Traffic Act, speed limits)

The general speed limit on a freeway, unless a lower limit is signed, is:

• a.140 km/h
• b.100 km/h
• c.90 km/h
• d.120 km/h✓

The general freeway speed limit is 120 km/h; outside urban areas on other public roads it is 100 km/h. (K53 / National Road Traffic Act, speed limits)

On a public road outside an urban area that is not a freeway, the general speed limit is:

• a.120 km/h
• b.80 km/h
• c.60 km/h
• d.100 km/h✓

The general limit on a public road outside an urban area is 100 km/h unless signs show otherwise. (K53 / National Road Traffic Act, speed limits)

In mist, rain or at night you should:

• a.Reduce speed, switch on your lights and increase your following distance✓
• b.Keep your usual speed
• c.Switch off your lights
• d.Drive faster to get through

Poor visibility and wet roads mean you should slow down, use your lights and leave a larger gap. (K53 / National Road Traffic Act, driving conditions)

Exceeding the speed limit:

• a.Only matters near schools
• b.Is fine when the road is empty
• c.Is allowed on freeways
• d.Is an offence and increases both stopping distance and crash severity✓

Speeding is an offence; higher speed means a longer stopping distance and a more severe crash. (K53 / National Road Traffic Act, speed)