TN DMV Parking and Stopping Rules 2

Question 1

You may not park within how many feet of a railroad crossing in Tennessee?

Accepted Answer

50 feet

Answer

Tennessee law prohibits parking within 50 feet of a railroad crossing to ensure visibility and emergency vehicle access.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a legal reason to double-park in Tennessee?

Accepted Answer

None — double parking is never legal in Tennessee

Answer

Double parking — stopping alongside a parked vehicle in the travel lane — is illegal in Tennessee under all circumstances.

Question 3

In Tennessee, you may not park within how many feet of a stop sign?

Accepted Answer

30 feet

Answer

Tennessee prohibits parking within 30 feet of a stop sign to ensure clear sight lines for drivers approaching the intersection.

Question 4

What should you always do before exiting your parked vehicle on the driver's side?

Accepted Answer

Check mirrors and look for cyclists or traffic before opening the door

Answer

Opening a car door into traffic or into a cyclist's path causes serious injuries; always check mirrors and look before opening the door.

Question 5

In Tennessee, parking in a space designated for people with disabilities without a valid permit results in:

Accepted Answer

A significant fine and possible towing

Answer

Illegally parking in a disability space in Tennessee carries substantial fines and the vehicle may be towed at the owner's expense.

TN DMV - Tennessee Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test