Parking and Maneuvering Flashcards

In Maine, how far from a fire hydrant must you park?

Answer: 10 feet

Maine law requires vehicles to park at least 10 feet from a fire hydrant to ensure firefighters can access it quickly in an emergency.

When parallel parking in Maine, how far from the curb should your vehicle be?

Answer: No more than 12 inches

When parallel parking, Maine requires vehicles to be within 12 inches (one foot) of the curb to avoid obstructing traffic.

In Maine, how far from a crosswalk must you park?

Answer: 20 feet

Vehicles must park at least 20 feet from a crosswalk to maintain visibility for both pedestrians and approaching drivers.

When making a three-point turn on a Maine road, what is the first step?

Answer: Signal right, check traffic, and turn the wheel sharply to the right while moving forward

A three-point turn begins by signaling, checking for traffic, then turning the steering wheel sharply to the right as you move forward toward the opposite side of the road.

In Maine, where is it illegal to park?

Answer: On a sidewalk, within an intersection, or on a bridge

Maine law prohibits parking on sidewalks, within intersections, on bridges and overpasses, in front of driveways, and in several other locations that would obstruct traffic or create safety hazards.

What should you do before backing up your vehicle in Maine?

Answer: Check all mirrors and look behind the vehicle for obstacles, pedestrians, and children

Before backing up, check all mirrors and physically look behind the vehicle. Small children and low obstacles may not be visible in mirrors alone.