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Difficulty: Very hardSpeed Limits and Speed Regulation

At an uncontrolled intersection where buildings, parked vehicles, or vegetation obstruct a driver's view of cross traffic for the last 100 feet100\text{ feet} of approach in both directions, the statutory prima facie speed limit is 15 mph15\text{ mph} unless traffic control signals or signs explicitly designate a different limit.

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The statement is accurate because standard vehicle codes dictate a statutory prima facie speed limit of 15 mph15\text{ mph} at any uncontrolled intersection where visibility along the cross street is restricted to less than 100 feet100\text{ feet} during the last 100 feet100\text{ feet} of approach.

Step-by-Step Solution

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Analyze the road configuration and sightline restrictions given in the scenario.
The vehicle is approaching an uncontrolled intersection with visibility obstructed within 100 feet100\text{ feet} of cross traffic.
Determining sightline clearance is necessary to identify whether default statutory speed laws or specific prima facie rules apply.
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Apply statutory prima facie speed regulation rules for blind intersections.
The maximum legal prima facie speed limit becomes 15 mph15\text{ mph}.
Traffic laws establish explicit prima facie speed limits (such as 15 mph15\text{ mph} at blind intersections and railway crossings) to force speed reductions where severe visual obstructions exist, unless posted regulatory signs state otherwise.

Key Concept

Prima Facie Speed Limits at Blind Intersections
Estimated Time:1m 30s
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