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Q: Which branch of government defines the speed limits?
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What branch of government is responsible for school?

Department of Education and each state has a State department of education.


Who is the head of the speed limits who chooses what the limits should be?

Speed limits are set by whatever level of government owns that particular roadway.


The federal government should set national speed limits?

The federal government sets national speed limits by promising monetary incentives to states that cooperate with their legislature. The states can set their own limits but if they want aid from the federal government they must comply with their mandates.


Why did the government lower speed limits?

As a fuel saving measure during the oil embargo crisis.


What amendment sets speed limits?

Speed limits aren't in the Constitution. If you wanted to really reach you could say the 10th--any powers not reserved to the federal government devolve to the states--but that would be a big stretch.


Which level of government has the power to set curfews and speed limits?

states


Which expressway does not have speed limits?

Parts of the German Autobahn do not have posted speed limits.


Does Gremany have speed limits?

Yes Germany does have speed limits but on a lot of motorways they dont :)


When are vehicles responding to Red Ball incidents allowed to exceed speed limits?

They are not allowed to exceed speed limits


What would a motorist not expect to see in city and suburban driving environment A speed limits of 15 mph B speed limits of 25 mph C speed limits of 35 mph D speed limits above 45 mph?

Drivers need to be consciously aware of changing speed limits and watch for posted signs in city and suburban driving environments. You would expect: A speed limits of 15 mph B speed limits of 25 mph C speed limits of 35 mph You would not expect to see D speed limits above 45 mph City driving is referred to as "start and stop" driving because traffic is either moving or stopped. Changing speed limits can make traffic slow to a crawl, such as in school zones.


What do posted speed limits tell you?

Posted speed limits tell you what the maximum speed is on that specific road. That is the speed that you are legally able to drive on the road.


What government entity is allowed to set speed limits?

The Government, through the Department of Transport, is responsible for setting the national speed limit. The national speed limit depends on the type of road - motorways being 70 mph. Local authorities are able to set local by-law speed restrictions.