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Parking Regulations Flashcards

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  1. How far from a fire hydrant must you park in California?

    Answer: 15 feet

    California law requires vehicles to park at least 15 feet away from a fire hydrant to ensure emergency access.

  2. Parking in a red zone in California means:

    Answer: No stopping, standing, or parking at any time

    Red curb zones prohibit all stopping, standing, and parking at all times for all vehicles.

  3. A yellow curb in California indicates:

    Answer: No parking, but stopping is allowed for loading/unloading

    Yellow curbs allow momentary stops for commercial loading and unloading only during posted hours — drivers must stay with the vehicle.

  4. How close to a stop sign may you legally park in California?

    Answer: Within 10 feet

    California law prohibits parking within 10 feet of a stop sign to maintain clear visibility for all drivers approaching the intersection.

  5. When parking on a downhill slope with a curb in California, your front wheels should be turned:

    Answer: Into the curb (right)

    When parking downhill with a curb, turn your front wheels into (toward) the curb so the vehicle rolls into the curb if the brakes fail.

  6. A white curb in California indicates:

    Answer: Passenger loading/unloading only

    White curbs are reserved for passenger loading and unloading — stopping is brief and drivers must remain with the vehicle.