What is the purpose of school zone speed limits?

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School zone speed limits exist to protect children who may be nearby or crossing streets around schools. Children can move unpredictably and may dart into the road, so driving at lower speeds gives you more time to notice them, react, and stop safely. The reduced speeds help shorten stopping distances and lower the chance of a serious crash when kids are present, especially during school hours or when the signs indicate. The other ideas—arriving on time, rewarding safe drivers, or increasing traffic flow—don’t align with the safety purpose of these limits.