Near Breda the fixed round sign shows '100' and at the same time the matrix sign above it shows '80'. You are driving 90. What is true?
- ✓ You are breaking the rule: the lower of the two, 80, applies
- You are driving legally: the fixed sign (100) is the 'real' sign, the matrix sign is just advisory
Correct answer: You are breaking the rule: the lower of the two, 80, applies
Explanation
A matrix sign is a full traffic sign and the lowest speed applies when both are shown
Why learners get this wrong
- A matrix sign is a full traffic sign and the lowest speed applies when both are shown
Topic: Speed signs A: maximum, matrix sign, advisory and zone
Read the rule: Core: Speed signs A: maximum, matrix sign, advisory and zone
Sections
- Challenge: Speed signs A: maximum, matrix sign, advisory and zone
- The model: Speed signs A: maximum, matrix sign, advisory and zone
- Core: Speed signs A: maximum, matrix sign, advisory and zone
- Why it matters: Speed signs A: maximum, matrix sign, advisory and zone
- Active recall: Speed signs A: maximum, matrix sign, advisory and zone
- Teach back: Speed signs A: maximum, matrix sign, advisory and zone
- Memory hook: Speed signs A: maximum, matrix sign, advisory and zone