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You're driving a laden articulated lorry with a maximum authorised mass of 38 tonnes on a dual carriageway in England. What speed limit applies to your vehicle after passing this sign?
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40 mph
50 mph
60 mph
70 mph
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60 mphThis was the right answer
60 mph may be the legal speed limit for a goods vehicle on a dual carriageway in England and Wales, but it doesn't mean that it's safe to drive at that speed. You should always take into account the road, weather and traffic conditions, and maintain safety margins.
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Rule 124Highway Code rule · These specified over-7.5-tonne goods vehicles have 50 mph single and 60 mph dual limits in England and Wales, and a 60 mph motorway limit; Scotland differs on single and dual roads.Use the speed limit for this vehicle and countryReviewed guidance summary · These specified over-7.5-tonne goods vehicles have 50 mph single and 60 mph dual limits in England and Wales, and a 60 mph motorway limit; Scotland differs on single and dual roads.