New York City: 25 mph
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Unless a sign says otherwise, what is the speed limit in New York City?
The rule
In New York City the speed limit is 25 mph unless a different limit is posted. Some other cities also have limits under 55 mph that are not always posted.
The speed limit in New York City is 25 mph unless another limit is posted. The general limit where none is posted is 55 mph.
From the New York State Driver's Manual, page 47. This question is our own wording of that rule. The handbook and the DMV have the final word.
Often mixed up with
People confuse these rules with this one. Each has its own practice question.
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