Which statement best describes limited speed in NORAC 100?

• A. Normal safe operation with more stringent control in restricted areas.
• B. Unlimited speed in yard areas.
• C. The same as restricted speed.
• D. The same as maximum allowable track speed.

Answer: (A)

Limited speed means you operate at a pace that is safe and under control, close to normal operation, but with stricter care and attention in restricted areas. You’re not cruising at full normal speed in all conditions; you’re ready to stop within the distance you can see ahead and you must follow signals and restrictions closely. That’s why describing it as normal safe operation with more stringent control in restricted areas best fits.

The other ideas don’t fit: unlimited speed in yard areas isn’t allowed and would violate safety rules; being the same as restricted speed would make limited speed redundant since it’s meant to be a step between normal and restricted; and being the same as maximum track speed ignores the added caution required in restricted conditions.