Why do people drive slower than the speed limit when a police is around?

Question

You know, everyone is going 45mph in a 45mph zone, a cop turns into the street, then everyone hits their brakes as if they were speeding, even though they weren't.

Answer 1

2 words: traffic citations

Answer 2

I don't always know what is the speed limit of the road I'm on. Each township has their own speed limits.

So I slow down JUST IN CASE...  ;-)

Good luck...

Answer 3

cause they dont need a ticket

Answer 4

Want to make sure that they are below the limit

Answer 5

Because of fear. No other reason. Sometimes on patrol I will even slow down below the speed limit to watch the cars behind me slow down more. Then I watch for anyone looking suspicious.

Answer 6

Fear.

Answer 7

sounds like they got outstanding warrants, unpaid tickets!