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Difficulty: EasyPassing, Overtaking, and Lane Changing Rules

When overtaking a slower vehicle on a two-lane roadway, a driver is legally permitted to temporarily exceed the posted speed limit to complete the pass quickly.

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The statement is False. Drivers must obey the posted speed limit at all times, including while passing another vehicle.
The statement is false because posted speed limits apply at all times. A driver must remain within the legal speed limit when executing a pass; if passing requires driving above the posted limit, the driver must refrain from passing.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the traffic law regarding speed limits and overtaking.
Posted speed limits represent the maximum lawful speed under normal conditions.
Exceeding the speed limit is a traffic violation regardless of the maneuver being performed.
2
Evaluate the legality of exceeding the speed limit during a pass.
If passing requires exceeding the speed limit, the pass cannot be legally or safely executed.
Traffic laws do not grant speed exemptions for overtaking slower vehicles.

Key Concept

Speed Limit Compliance During Overtaking
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Passing, Overtaking, and Lane Changing Rules

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