What is the maximum fine for a first-offense texting-while-driving conviction in New York?
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A.
$200 Correct
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B.
$450
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C.
$50
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D.
$100
The answer is "$200"
The manual sets the maximum fine for a first texting conviction at $200. Choice B is the trap for drivers who reach for the top of the fine ladder without matching it to the offense number; $450 is the third-offense cap, not the first-offense figure.
The traps in the wrong answers
B. $450
$450 is the manual's third-offense-or-more cap; the first-offense figure is lower at $200. This answer grabs the top figure from the fine ladder without matching it to the correct offense number.
C. $50
$50 is not the maximum; the manual sets the first-offense texting cap at $200. This answer estimates the fine by comparing texting to a low-dollar equipment or parking ticket.
D. $100
$100 is below the first-offense cap; the manual sets the maximum for a first texting conviction at $200. This answer reaches for the standard fine tier for minor moving violations instead of checking the texting schedule.
This question tests your knowledge of Distracted Driving in New York. Source: New York State Driver's Manual, "Penalties for texting, electronic device use," p.52..
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