RTA - Roads and Transport Authority Parking and Maneuvering Rules Questions and Answers

Question 1

When performing a parallel park, what is the generally accepted safe distance to maintain from the vehicle you are parking behind?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 1 meter (about 3 feet)

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At least 3 meters (about 10 feet)

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The width of one car door

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Touching bumpers is acceptable

Question 2

You are driving in the far-left lane on a multi-lane road and intend to make a U-turn at the upcoming intersection. Which of the following is the correct procedure?

Accepted Answer

Slow down, signal left, and proceed when the traffic light is green and the way is clear.

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Move to the far-right lane before making the U-turn.

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Honk to alert other drivers of your intention.

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U-turns are never permitted at intersections.

Question 3

Which of the following is strictly prohibited when parking your vehicle in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Parking within 5 meters of a fire hydrant.

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Parking for free on a public holiday in a designated public parking zone.

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Using the RTA Dubai app to pay for parking.

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Parking in a paid zone after 10:00 PM.

Question 4

When executing an angle park, after signaling and positioning your car, at what point should you typically start turning the steering wheel into the space?

Accepted Answer

When your side mirror aligns with the line of the parking space you intend to enter.

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When your vehicle is completely past the parking space.

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As soon as you see the empty space from a distance.

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After the front half of your car has already entered the space.

Question 5

A driver is attempting to reverse out of a perpendicular parking spot in a busy car park. What is the MOST important action they should take?

Accepted Answer

Continuously check all mirrors and blind spots, and reverse slowly.

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Reverse quickly to minimize time spent in the lane.

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Only look in the rearview mirror.

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Assume other drivers will see them and stop.

Question 6

What is the recommended minimum safe following distance under normal driving conditions, often referred to as a 'rule'?

Accepted Answer

Three-second rule

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One-second rule

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Five-second rule

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Two-car lengths regardless of speed