TLC Traffic Laws & Regulations 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In New York City, what is the maximum speed limit on a residential street unless otherwise posted?
- 20 mph
- 25 mph (Correct answer)
- 30 mph
- 35 mph
Correct answer: 25 mph
NYC's default speed limit on residential streets is 25 mph unless a sign indicates otherwise.
Question 2: A TLC driver approaches an intersection where the traffic light has been dark (not functioning) for several minutes. What must the driver do?
- Proceed at normal speed since no signal applies
- Treat the intersection as a yield situation
- Treat the intersection as a four-way stop (Correct answer)
- Wait until the light is repaired before proceeding
Correct answer: Treat the intersection as a four-way stop
A non-functioning traffic light must be treated as a four-way stop, requiring a full stop before proceeding.
Question 3: Under NYC traffic rules, how close to a fire hydrant may a vehicle park?
- 5 feet
- 10 feet
- 15 feet (Correct answer)
- 20 feet
Correct answer: 15 feet
Vehicles must not park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant under NYC traffic regulations.
Question 4: When must a driver yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk in New York City?
- Only when the pedestrian has a walk signal
- Always, whether or not the pedestrian has a signal (Correct answer)
- Only at marked crosswalks with painted lines
- Only when no traffic signal is present
Correct answer: Always, whether or not the pedestrian has a signal
NYC law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians in any crosswalk, marked or unmarked, regardless of signal phase.
Question 5: A TLC driver is traveling in a bus lane during restricted hours without a permit. What is the consequence?
- A warning on the first offense only
- A fine and points on the driver's license (Correct answer)
- Loss of TLC license immediately
- No consequence if no bus is present
Correct answer: A fine and points on the driver's license
Unauthorized use of a bus lane during restricted hours results in a fine and points assessed against the driver's license.
Question 6: What does a solid white line on the right edge of a highway indicate to a driver?
- The edge of the travel lane — crossing it is prohibited
- The shoulder boundary — crossing is discouraged but permitted in emergencies (Correct answer)
- A bike lane — motor vehicles may never cross
- The HOV lane boundary
Correct answer: The shoulder boundary — crossing is discouraged but permitted in emergencies
A solid white edge line marks the shoulder; drivers should not cross it except in an emergency.
Question 7: Under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law, when is a driver required to use headlights?
- Only between sunset and sunrise
- Whenever visibility is less than 1,000 feet or during rain/snow/fog (Correct answer)
- Only when driving on highways
- Only during official nighttime hours as defined by the DMV
Correct answer: Whenever visibility is less than 1,000 feet or during rain/snow/fog
Headlights are required from sunset to sunrise and any time visibility falls below 1,000 feet due to weather.
TLC Traffic Laws & Regulations 2
In New York City, what is the maximum speed limit on a residential street unless otherwise posted?