Question 613 · Car theory test
What should a driver do if they are behind schedule in reaching a destination at an appointed time?
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Correct answer
Be patient and do not exceed the speed limit so as to arrive safely.
Official explanation
You should always drive at a speed that allows you to stop safely within the distance you can see to be clear. Being late for an appointment is no excuse for exceeding speed limits or for driving at an unsafe speed. Arrive alive.
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- This question also appears in the motorcycle theory test.
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