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Under the Basic Speed Law, driving at the posted maximum speed limit is always legally permissible, regardless of hazardous weather or road conditions.

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False
The statement is false because the Basic Speed Law states that a driver must never operate a vehicle at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under existing conditions, regardless of the posted maximum speed limit.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the core legal principle regulating speed control during adverse driving conditions.
Recognize the requirements of the Basic Speed Law.
Traffic safety regulations distinguish between maximum posted limits for ideal conditions and safe speeds for hazardous conditions.
2
Evaluate the statement against the Basic Speed Law rule.
Determine that traveling at the posted limit during poor conditions violates the law.
If rain, fog, ice, or heavy traffic reduces safety, driving at the posted maximum speed is unsafe and illegal.

Key Concept

Basic Speed Law compliance under hazardous driving conditions
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Speed Control and Following Distance

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