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Driving much faster than the speed limit mainly:
- A.Saves a large amount of time on short trips
- B.Improves tire grip
- C.Makes it easier to stop suddenly
- D.Greatly increases stopping distance and crash severity
Correct answer
D. Greatly increases stopping distance and crash severity
Why
Higher speed dramatically lengthens the distance needed to stop and makes any crash more severe. The small time saved is not worth the added risk or a citation.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - Speed Limits · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-032).