Speed Limits & Following Distance — Nevada
Nevada permit practice test: 648 free practice questions (Based on the official driver handbook). Official test format: Class C: 25 Q, pass 20. Speed Limits & Following Distance: 41 questions.
Posted speed limits, school and construction zones, stopping and following distance.
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| Topic / Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Topic | Speed Limits & Following Distance |
| License test | Nevada Car learner's permit test (Class C) |
| Topic questions | 41 (6% of 648 total) |
| Review status | This topic page is still being reviewed against the official handbook. Until review is finished it is hidden from search engines. |
Official handbook
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Questions (41)
1. Your vehicle's stopping distance increases when stopping:
- On a wet or icy road. ✓
- On paved highways.
- When driving at night.
- All of the above.
Answer: A. On a wet or icy road.
2. An "End school zone" sign indicates:
- That the speed limit is 20 mph.
- The beginning of a reduced speed zone.
- The increased possibility of encountering pedestrians.
- The end of a reduced speed zone. ✓
Answer: D. The end of a reduced speed zone.
3. If a flagger is directing traffic in a construction zone, you must:
- Follow the directions given by the flagger. ✓
- Copy what surrounding traffic is doing, despite the flagger's instructions.
- Assume the flagger is not supposed to be directing traffic.
- Follow the laws that would be in place if the area was not under construction.
Answer: A. Follow the directions given by the flagger.
4. You must not drive your vehicle at a speed greater than:
- The maximum speed limit.
- A speed that is faster than is reasonable and prudent.
- A speed that is safe for existing conditions.
- All of the above. ✓
Answer: D. All of the above.
5. Driving significantly under the speed limit is:
- Optional.
- Smart.
- Safe.
- Dangerous. ✓
Answer: D. Dangerous.
6. Which statement about speed is true?
- Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous.
- Speeding can kill.
- Speeding is not dangerous if you are a skilled driver.
- Both "Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous" and "Speeding can kill." ✓
Answer: D. Both "Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous" and "Speeding can kill."
7. It is best to keep a space cushion:
- Only in back of your vehicle.
- Only on the left and right sides of your vehicle.
- Only in front of the vehicle.
- On all sides of the vehicle. ✓
Answer: D. On all sides of the vehicle.
8. Many crashes are caused by:
- Drivers traveling too fast for conditions. ✓
- Drivers consistently checking their mirrors and blind spots.
- Drivers yielding the right-of-way.
- Drivers maintaining a four-second following distance.
Answer: A. Drivers traveling too fast for conditions.
9. It is legal to go faster than the speed limit when passing another vehicle.
- True
- False ✓
Answer: B. False
10. When driving on roads that may be slippery:
- Always drive at the maximum speed limit.
- Use cruise control to maintain a steady speed.
- Reduce your following distance.
- Do not make any sudden changes in speed or direction. ✓
Answer: D. Do not make any sudden changes in speed or direction.
Source
Last checked: 2026-10-17 · Verified from official source
Updated: · Based on the official driver handbook