New York DMV Permit Written TestRules of the Road and Traffic LawsMedium
You are driving on a neighborhood street with no posted speed limit signs. According to New York State law, what is the maximum speed you may legally travel?
- A25 mph
- B30 mph
- C20 mph
- D35 mph
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. 25 mph
In New York State, unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit in urban or residential districts is 25 mph. This is the default speed limit in unposted areas within cities, towns, and villages.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. 30 mph is a common speed limit, but not the default unposted limit in residential areas.
- C. 20 mph is often a school zone limit, not a default.
- D. 35 mph is too high for an unposted residential area default limit.
Unposted Speed Limit (NYS)
In New York State, unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit in any city, village, or urban/residential district is 25 miles per hour.
- Default for urban/residential.
- Applies when no signs are present.
- Always drive safely for conditions.
Memory trick: Unposted town, 25 is down.