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Old Aug 20th, 2012, 20:56   #10
chris-oxon
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Originally Posted by Daim View Post
Then of course is the problem:

What is the appropriate speed?

If I am driving within the set limit, then it is appropriate. If I am below it, is this appropriate? No, as I more or less force other drivers to react differently and head into a dangerous situation. If I drive too fast (or even just accelerated) then of course again, I am at risk to everyone on the road in the near.

Then: is the limit driven appropriate to the given conditions? Is the road maybe slightly dirty/gritty? Could a horse/cow/sheep run out in front of me?

And on top: is my speed I was driving that, the Police would use? Would he drive faster or slower?

Appropriate speeds are all down to own ratings.

Everyone should think: "Am I driving like I would or like I should?"
I would also suggest this thought:

On a single carriage way road in particular, what would happen if I met myself coming the other way driving in the same manner....?
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