During a civil trial for negligence, the defendant argues that she met all road safety regulations when driving at 30 mph through a residential area at night. The claimant replies that she drove too fast given the foggy conditions and poor visibility.
Which statement best explains the legal position?

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During a civil trial for negligence, the defendant argues that she met all road safety regulations when driving at 30 mph through a residential area at night. The claimant replies that she drove too fast given the foggy conditions and poor visibility.  
 Which statement best explains the legal position?

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The speed limit is a policy guideline with no bearing on negligence.

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The 30 mph limit fixes the standard of care in law, so compliance prevents the finding of negligence.

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The speed limit and reasonable person test are both standards since each depends on context.

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Both the speed limit and the reasonable person test are rules because each tells the driver what to do.

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The speed limit is a rule, but negligence law applies a broader standard that may require slower driving.

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