Class 7 Parking and Stopping Rules 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How far must you park from a stop sign in Alberta?
- 5 metres (Correct answer)
- 3 metres
- 10 metres
- 2 metres
Correct answer: 5 metres
Alberta regulations prohibit parking within 5 metres of a stop sign to ensure drivers have a clear view of the sign and intersection.
Question 2: What is the correct way to parallel park your vehicle?
- Pull past the space, reverse in at an angle, then straighten (Correct answer)
- Pull straight in from the front
- Back in straight from the rear
- Pull in forward then back up to the curb
Correct answer: Pull past the space, reverse in at an angle, then straighten
The proper technique is to pull past the space, then reverse at an angle using reference points before straightening the wheels.
Question 3: In Alberta, a 'No Stopping' sign means you must NOT:
- Stop for any reason, even to drop off a passenger (Correct answer)
- Park for more than 5 minutes
- Park overnight
- Stop unless traffic requires it
Correct answer: Stop for any reason, even to drop off a passenger
A 'No Stopping' sign is the most restrictive — it prohibits stopping for any reason, including picking up or dropping off passengers.
Question 4: How far from a railway crossing must you NOT park in Alberta?
- 15 metres (Correct answer)
- 5 metres
- 10 metres
- 3 metres
Correct answer: 15 metres
Alberta law prohibits parking within 15 metres of a railway crossing to maintain clear sight lines and emergency access.
Question 5: When can you park in a space reserved for persons with disabilities?
- Only if your vehicle displays a valid disabled parking placard or plate (Correct answer)
- If you are dropping someone off quickly
- If no disabled spaces are nearby
- If the lot is nearly full
Correct answer: Only if your vehicle displays a valid disabled parking placard or plate
Only vehicles with a valid disabled parking permit or licence plate may use designated accessible parking spaces.
Question 6: What should you do before opening your car door when parked on a street?
- Check for approaching cyclists and traffic using the mirror and look over your shoulder (Correct answer)
- Sound your horn to warn cyclists
- Turn on your hazard lights first
- Open the door quickly to minimize time in the road
Correct answer: Check for approaching cyclists and traffic using the mirror and look over your shoulder
You must check mirrors and look over your shoulder for cyclists and traffic before opening your door to avoid 'dooring' incidents.
Question 7: In Alberta, parking is prohibited on a bridge unless:
- There is a designated parking area on the bridge (Correct answer)
- The bridge is wider than two lanes
- You are parked for less than 5 minutes
- There are no other vehicles on the bridge
Correct answer: There is a designated parking area on the bridge
Parking on a bridge is prohibited unless a designated parking area has been specifically marked there.
Class 7 Parking and Stopping Rules 2
How far must you park from a stop sign in Alberta?