Speed limits
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What this topic is really about
New York City lowered its default citywide speed limit to 25 mph, so unless a different limit is posted, drivers must not exceed 25 mph within the city. Option C is incorrect because 30 mph was the older citywide default before the Vision Zero change, and 20 mph applies specifically to school zones rather than the general city limit.
The maximum speed limit on a New York State highway is 65 mph.. New York State law sets the maximum speed limit on designated state highways at 65 mph.
See the mechanism
New York State law sets the maximum speed limit on designated state highways at 65 mph. A diagram for this topic isn't available yet — the worked example below walks the same reasoning step by step.
An exam-style question, fully explained
The maximum speed limit on a New York State highway is:
- Identify what the question tests: The maximum speed limit on a New York State highway is:.
- New York State law sets the maximum speed limit on designated state highways at 65 mph.
- Option A is incorrect because 55 mph is the default maximum speed limit for state highways that are not specifically posted for higher speeds.
- Always obey the posted speed limit signs.
- Why it matters: New York State law sets the maximum speed limit on designated state highways at 65 mph. This is a specific regulation that applies to these highways, and it is essential to follow the posted speed limit signs to ensure safety. The default speed limit of 55 mph applies to state highways that are not specifically posted for higher speeds, but in this case, the maximum allowed is 65 mph.
Traps the examiner sets
- Some people may confuse the default speed limit of 55 mph with the maximum speed limit on designated highways, which is 65 mph. This confusion can lead to incorrect assumptions about the speed limit on certain roads.
- Option A is incorrect because 55 mph is the default maximum speed limit for state highways that are not specifically posted for higher speeds.
- Option A is incorrect because 15 mph is below the standard statutory limit for these zones, while Option C is too fast for active school areas.
- Option C is incorrect because 30 mph was the older citywide default before the Vision Zero change, and 20 mph applies specifically to school zones rather than the general city limit.
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