Virginia Permit Test (DMV Knowledge Exam) — All Questions

Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit in Virginia school, business, and residential areas is:

• a.15 mph
• b.35 mph
• c.45 mph
• d.25 mph✓

The default limit for passenger vehicles in school, business, and residential areas is 25 mph unless a sign posts otherwise. (Virginia Driver's Manual, speed limits)

On Virginia interstate highways, the maximum speed limit where posted is generally:

• a.55 mph
• b.70 mph✓
• c.80 mph
• d.60 mph

Virginia posts a maximum of 70 mph on many interstates, with 55 mph as a common default on other highways. (Virginia Driver's Manual, speed limits)

Even if you are driving at or below the posted limit, you can be ticketed for driving too fast when:

• a.Rain, snow, or ice make conditions unsafe✓
• b.The road is dry and clear
• c.Traffic is light
• d.It is daytime

A speed limit is the maximum for ideal conditions; you must slow down and can be cited for driving too fast for weather or road conditions. (Virginia Driver's Manual, speed limits)

In a highway work zone, if you are convicted of exceeding the posted speed limit, you may be fined up to:

• a.$50
• b.$100
• c.$500✓
• d.$50,000

Speeding in a Virginia highway work zone can bring a fine of up to $500. (Virginia Driver's Manual, work zones)