Class 7 Parking and Stopping Rules 1

Question 1

In Alberta, how far from a fire hydrant must you park your vehicle?

Accepted Answer

3 metres

Answer

Alberta law requires vehicles to park at least 3 metres (about 10 feet) from a fire hydrant to allow emergency access.

Question 2

What does a yellow curb marking indicate in Alberta?

Accepted Answer

No parking at any time

Answer

A yellow curb means no parking at any time; the area is reserved for specific uses such as loading or emergency access.

Question 3

How far from an intersection must you park in Alberta?

Accepted Answer

5 metres

Answer

You must not park within 5 metres of an intersection to maintain visibility for drivers and pedestrians.

Question 4

When parking on a downhill slope WITHOUT a curb, which way should you turn your front wheels?

Accepted Answer

To the right, toward the edge of the road

Answer

When parked downhill without a curb, turn wheels right so the vehicle will roll away from traffic if the brakes fail.

Question 5

In Alberta, how far from a crosswalk must you NOT park?

Accepted Answer

5 metres

Answer

Parking within 5 metres of a crosswalk is prohibited to keep pedestrians and drivers visible to each other.

Alberta Class 7 Practice Test