Question 5

Another common complaint about the new bike lanes was that bicyclists were not following traffic rules.

In addition to concerns about slowing car traffic and reducing parking spaces, many New Yorkers expressed frustration that bicyclists were not adhering to traffic regulations while using the bike lanes.

A) That bicyclists were not following traffic rules

This option is correct as the extract explicitly mentions that many New Yorkers complained about bicyclists not following traffic rules in the lanes, highlighting a significant concern regarding safety and adherence to regulations.

B) That they were too expensive to maintain

This option is incorrect because the provided extract does not mention any complaints related to the maintenance costs of the bike lanes. The focus is primarily on the impact of the lanes on traffic and safety.

C) That they interfered with bus routes

This option is also incorrect. The extract does not reference any issues regarding bus routes being affected by the bike lanes, making this complaint unfounded in the context provided.

D) That they increased accidents

This option is incorrect as well. While safety concerns are raised in the extract, specifically regarding how the bike lanes have made streets safer, there is no mention of an increase in accidents related to the implementation of the bike lanes.

Conclusion

The correct answer identifies a specific complaint about bicyclists not following traffic rules, which is directly supported by the text. Other options fail to address any concerns mentioned in the extract, thus reinforcing that A is the only accurate representation of public sentiment regarding the new bike lanes.