Fare & Payment Procedures Flashcards
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What is the initial meter charge (drop charge) for a NYC yellow taxi ride?
Answer: $3.00
The NYC yellow taxi metered fare begins with a $3.00 initial charge when the meter is activated.
When must a NYC yellow taxi driver accept a credit or debit card as payment?
Answer: Always, for any fare amount
TLC rules require yellow taxi drivers to accept credit and debit cards for all fares at all times, with no minimum fare threshold.
What is the TLC night surcharge added to the metered fare in NYC yellow taxis?
Answer: $0.50
A $0.50 night surcharge applies to NYC yellow taxi fares between 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
What is the peak hour surcharge for NYC yellow taxis during Monday through Friday, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM?
Answer: $1.00
A $1.00 peak hour surcharge is added to metered fares during weekday rush hours (Mon–Fri, 4 PM–8 PM).
What is the flat rate fare for a NYC yellow taxi trip between Manhattan and JFK Airport?
Answer: $70 plus tolls
The TLC-mandated flat rate for yellow taxi trips between Manhattan and JFK Airport is $70, plus any applicable tolls and surcharges.
When is a NYC yellow taxi driver required to provide a receipt to a passenger?
Answer: Upon the passenger's request
TLC rules require drivers to provide a receipt whenever a passenger requests one, regardless of the payment method used.
Which surcharge is added to every NYC yellow taxi metered fare as an MTA state surcharge?
Answer: $0.50
A $0.50 MTA State surcharge is added to every metered yellow taxi fare to fund the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.