Traffic Laws & Regulations Flashcards

A TLC driver is on a one-way street in Manhattan. At an intersection with a two-way street, what must the driver do before turning left?

Answer: Signal and turn from the leftmost lane

When turning left from a one-way street, the driver must be in the leftmost available lane.

In New York State, what is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for a commercial driver (CDL holder) operating a commercial vehicle?

Answer: 0.04%

CDL holders are subject to a stricter 0.04% BAC limit when operating a commercial vehicle.

What must a TLC driver do when an authorized emergency vehicle approaches from behind with lights and sirens activated?

Answer: Pull to the right and stop if safe to do so

Drivers must pull to the right side of the road and stop to allow emergency vehicles to pass.

How many seconds of following distance should a professional TLC driver maintain behind the vehicle ahead under normal conditions?

Answer: 3–4 seconds

Professional drivers are advised to maintain at least 3–4 seconds of following distance to allow adequate stopping time.

A driver is stopped at a red light and wants to turn right. A sign says 'No Turn on Red.' What must the driver do?

Answer: Wait for the green light before turning

A 'No Turn on Red' sign prohibits any right turn on red regardless of traffic conditions.

Under NYC rules, when is a driver permitted to honk their horn?

Answer: Only when reasonably necessary to ensure safe operation

NYC prohibits unnecessary horn use; a horn may only be used when reasonably necessary for safety.

What does a flashing yellow arrow signal mean to a driver at a signalized intersection?

Answer: Turn with caution after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians

A flashing yellow arrow permits a turn but requires the driver to yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.