NYSP Traffic Law and Highway Safety 3

Question 1

What is the speed limit in a New York school zone when children are present, unless otherwise posted?

Accepted Answer

20 mph

Answer

15 mph

Answer

25 mph

Answer

30 mph

Question 2

A NYSP trooper clocks a vehicle at 95 mph in a 65 mph zone. Under New York law, this constitutes:

Accepted Answer

Reckless driving only

Answer

A minor speeding infraction

Answer

Criminal speeding (excess of 30 mph over limit)

Answer

A federal offense

Question 3

What does a flashing red traffic signal require a driver to do?

Accepted Answer

Stop completely and proceed when safe

Answer

Slow down and proceed with caution

Answer

Yield to oncoming traffic only

Answer

Come to a complete stop and wait for the light to change

Question 4

Under New York's hands-free cell phone law, which of the following is prohibited while driving?

Accepted Answer

Holding a cell phone to make a call

Answer

Using a GPS mounted to the windshield

Answer

Listening to audio through a Bluetooth headset

Answer

Using a dashboard-mounted speakerphone

Question 5

What is the role of the NYSP in administering the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) drug and alcohol testing program?

Accepted Answer

NYSP enforces federal drug and alcohol regulations for commercial motor vehicle operators during roadside inspections

Answer

NYSP administers all CDL tests statewide

Answer

NYSP issues CDLs directly to drivers

Answer

NYSP is not involved in CDL enforcement

Question 6

What is a 'safety corridor' on New York highways?

Accepted Answer

A designated stretch of highway where fines are doubled due to high crash rates

Answer

A dedicated emergency vehicle lane

Answer

A lane reserved for trucks only

Answer

A construction zone with reduced speed limits