LLR Parking and Stopping Rules 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How far from a fire hydrant must you park?
- 5 feet
- 10 feet
- 15 feet (Correct answer)
- 20 feet
Correct answer: 15 feet
In most US states, you must park at least 15 feet from a fire hydrant to allow fire department access in emergencies.
Question 2: Parking in a handicapped space without a valid placard is:
- Acceptable for very brief stops under 5 minutes
- A serious traffic violation with heavy fines (Correct answer)
- Only prohibited during business hours
- Legal if all other spaces are taken
Correct answer: A serious traffic violation with heavy fines
Parking in a disabled/handicapped space without authorization is a significant violation that results in heavy fines in all US states.
Question 3: You must not park within how many feet of a stop sign?
- 10 feet
- 20 feet
- 30 feet (Correct answer)
- 50 feet
Correct answer: 30 feet
Most states require you to park at least 30 feet from a stop sign so the sign remains visible to approaching drivers.
Question 4: Parking on a hill facing uphill with a curb, which way should wheels be turned?
- Away from the curb (left) (Correct answer)
- Toward the curb (right)
- Straight ahead
- It does not matter
Correct answer: Away from the curb (left)
When parked facing uphill with a curb, turn wheels away from the curb so the vehicle rolls into the curb if the brakes fail.
Question 5: You must not park within how many feet of a railroad crossing?
- 15 feet
- 25 feet
- 50 feet (Correct answer)
- 100 feet
Correct answer: 50 feet
Most states prohibit parking within 50 feet of a railroad crossing to ensure clear visibility and safe passage of trains.
Question 6: What does a red curb indicate?
- 15-minute parking limit
- No stopping, standing, or parking at any time (Correct answer)
- Emergency vehicles only parking
- Loading and unloading zone
Correct answer: No stopping, standing, or parking at any time
A red curb means no stopping, standing, or parking at any time — it is often used to maintain clear vision and emergency access.
LLR Parking and Stopping Rules 1
How far from a fire hydrant must you park?