10 tips every New York newbie should know before riding the subway

I moved from Missouri to New York City for my summer internship almost two months ago. The city is incredibly different from the Midwest in more ways than one, but navigating the subway system has been one of the greatest learning experiences I've had since my arrival.

I am by no means an expert on riding the subway, but I've picked up some tips during my many commutes throughout the five boroughs, so I've compiled them here.

If you follow this list, you'll slash your chances of annoying some native New Yorkers by at least half. If I can do it, so can you.