South Australia · Learner's Theory Test · Road rules

You are driving in a built-up area where there are no speed limit signs. What is the maximum speed you may travel?

The answer

60 km/h
70 km/h
40 km/h
50 km/h Correct

Why that's the answer

The default speed limit in a built-up area in South Australia is 50 km/h unless signs show otherwise. Outside built-up areas the default limit is 100 km/h.

Where this rule comes from

Department for Infrastructure and Transport – The Driver's Handbook Official source

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