Parking Rules Flashcards

How far from a fire hydrant are you prohibited from parking your vehicle?

Answer: 15 feet

You must not park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, as firefighters need clear access in an emergency.

What does a red curb marking indicate?

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

A red curb means no parking, stopping, or standing is allowed at any time, often near fire stations or bus zones.

When parking facing downhill next to a curb, which direction should you turn your front wheels?

Answer: Toward the curb

When parked downhill with a curb, turning wheels toward the curb means that if the car rolls forward, the curb will stop it.

You must not park within how many feet of a stop sign?

Answer: 30 feet

Parking within 30 feet of a stop sign is prohibited because parked vehicles can block drivers' view of the sign.

What does a yellow curb marking indicate?

Answer: Commercial loading and unloading only, usually with a time limit

A yellow curb designates a commercial loading and unloading zone, typically restricted to freight vehicles during posted hours.

You must not park within how many feet of a private driveway entrance?

Answer: 5 feet

Parking within 5 feet of a driveway is illegal because it can block vehicles from entering or exiting the property.

Under which circumstance is it legal to park in a posted no-parking zone?

Answer: When an authorized officer directs you to park there

An authorized officer such as a police officer or traffic control officer may legally direct you to park in an otherwise prohibited area.