[2026 Korean Driving Test Practice] Chapter 05: Speed Limits & Safe Distance Rules

 

Chapter 05: Speed Limits & Safe Distance Rules

Welcome to Stage Five! In this chapter, we master the laws of physics and the laws of Korea. Controlling your speed and maintaining space can save lives.

We will cover all 25 questions from Q101 to Q125 of the official 2026 question bank. Focus on the specific percentages of speed reduction during rain or fog!

📑 Q101 - Q125 (Full Set)

✅ Urban 50/30 Expert

☔ Weather Reduction Logic

Official CBT Practice (Q101-125)

40 Minutes | 25 Questions | Test your speed & distance knowledge.

Chapter 5: Speed & Distance

Time: 40:00

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Chapter 05: Expert Solutions

Question 01

Urban Speed 50/30

✅ Correct Answer: 50 km/h

💡 Expert Insight Safe Speed 5030 is the Korean standard. 50km/h for general roads, 30km/h for protected zones.

Question 02

Protected Zones

✅ Correct Answer: 30 km/h

💡 Expert Insight School zones, Silver zones (elderly), and residential areas are strictly 30km/h.

Question 03

Motor-only Roads

✅ Correct Answer: 80 km/h

💡 Expert Insight For roads dedicated to motor vehicles (no pedestrians/bikes), the standard max is 80km/h.

Question 04

Wet Road Reduction

✅ Correct Answer: 20% reduction

💡 Expert Insight Reduce speed by 20% when the road surface is wet from rain.

Question 05

Fog/Heavy Weather

✅ Correct Answer: 50% reduction

💡 Expert Insight Reduce by 50% if visibility is less than 100m due to fog, or in heavy rain/snow.

Question 06

Snow & Ice

✅ Correct Answer: 50% reduction

💡 Expert Insight Snow over 20mm or frozen (icy) roads require a half-speed reduction for safety.

Question 07

Stopping Distance

✅ Correct Answer: Reaction distance + Braking distance

💡 Expert Insight This is the total distance from the moment you detect danger until the car comes to a complete stop.

Question 08

Safe Distance

✅ Correct Answer: Distance needed to stop safely

💡 Expert Insight The gap you need to avoid hitting the car in front of you if it slams its brakes suddenly.

Question 09

Expressway Gap

✅ Correct Answer: 100 meters at 100km/h

💡 Expert Insight A general rule of thumb on expressways: match your speed value in meters for safety.

Question 10

Minimum Speed

✅ Correct Answer: Maintain traffic flow

💡 Expert Insight Minimum speeds are designed to keep traffic moving smoothly and prevent rear-end crashes.

Question 11

Reaction Factors

✅ Correct Answer: Driver fatigue or alcohol

💡 Expert Insight Reaction distance is about human speed. Fatigue and alcohol slow down your brain's processing time.

Question 12

Braking Factors

✅ Correct Answer: Tire/Road surface friction

💡 Expert Insight Braking distance is about physics. Tire tread depth and road surface conditions are key.

Question 13

Hydroplaning

✅ Correct Answer: Tires lose contact due to water layer

💡 Expert Insight This occurs when a thin layer of water lifts the tires off the road, making steering impossible.

Question 14

ABS Benefit

✅ Correct Answer: Allows steering control

💡 Expert Insight ABS prevents wheels from locking up, allowing you to steer around obstacles during hard braking.

Question 15

Field of Vision

✅ Correct Answer: Vision narrows

💡 Expert Insight The faster you go, the less you see of your periphery. This is called the 'tunneling' effect.

Question 16

Sudden Braking

✅ Correct Answer: Causes rear-end collisions

💡 Expert Insight Avoid sudden stops unless absolutely necessary, as it greatly increases the risk of being rear-ended.

Question 17

Heavy Cargo

✅ Correct Answer: Increases Distance

💡 Expert Insight More weight means more momentum; physics dictates it takes longer and more force to stop.

Question 18

Snow Braking

✅ Correct Answer: Use engine braking

💡 Expert Insight Don't slam the foot brakes on ice. Use gear downshifting (engine braking) to slow the car safely.

Question 19

Speeding 20-40

✅ Correct Answer: 60,000 KRW

💡 Expert Insight This is the standard fine for moderate speeding in a passenger car.

Question 20

Speeding 40-60

✅ Correct Answer: 90,000 KRW

💡 Expert Insight Fines increase significantly as your speed climbs into more dangerous brackets.

Question 21

Speeding 60-80

✅ Correct Answer: 60 Demerit Points

💡 Expert Insight Extreme speeding leads to heavy demerit points, putting your license at severe risk of suspension.

Question 22

Extreme Speeding (>100)

✅ Correct Answer: Criminal Charge

💡 Expert Insight Exceeding the limit by over 100km/h is considered a severe crime, potentially leading to jail time.

Question 23

Exp. Min Speed

✅ Correct Answer: 50 km/h

💡 Expert Insight The legal minimum speed on most Korean expressways to prevent rear-end collisions.

Question 24

Tunnel Vision

✅ Correct Answer: High Speed Effect

💡 Expert Insight Peripheral vision drops significantly at high velocities, making you unaware of side hazards.

Question 25

Math of Safety

✅ Correct Answer: Stopping distance

💡 Expert Insight The core formula: Reaction Distance + Braking Distance = Total Stopping Distance.

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Great Job!

Chapter 05 is complete. Speed control and safety space are the marks of a pro. Ready for the next challenge?

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