A driver commits three offences on the same day: (i) speeding 20\% over the posted limit, (ii) running a red light, and (iii) driving without a seat‑belt. The penalty scheme is as follows:\n • Speeding - base fine $20,000$ Naira; the fine is multiplied by $1+0.1\times(\%\,over\,limit-10)$.\n • Red‑light - fine $30,000$ Naira and 3 demerit points.\n • No seat‑belt - fine $15,000$ Naira and 2 demerit points.\nIf the total demerit points exceed 6 the licence is suspended, and if the total fine exceeds $70,000$ Naira a surcharge of 5\% is added. Calculate the total monetary penalty and state whether the driver's licence is suspended.

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A driver commits three offences on the same day: (i) speeding 20\% over the posted limit, (ii) running a red light, and (iii) driving without a seat‑belt. The penalty scheme is as follows:\n   • Speeding - base fine $20,000$ Naira; the fine is multiplied by $1+0.1\times(\%\,over\,limit-10)$.\n   • Red‑light - fine $30,000$ Naira and 3 demerit points.\n   • No seat‑belt - fine $15,000$ Naira and 2 demerit points.\nIf the total demerit points exceed 6 the licence is suspended, and if the total fine exceeds $70,000$ Naira a surcharge of 5\% is added. Calculate the total monetary penalty and state whether the driver's licence is suspended.

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Total fine = 89,250 Naira; licence remains valid (no suspension).

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