Question Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a business or residential area is: Answers 15 mph. 25 mph. 35 mph. 45 mph. Explanation When driving in a business or residential area, the speed limit is 25 miles per hour. If a different speed limit is posted, follow the posted limit. Pass your DMV Written Test with flying colors Take me to the cheat sheet Maine This questions appears in the following tests: Maine Practice Test 28 Maine Practice Test 26