Parking Rules and Regulations Flashcards

Parking is prohibited within what distance of another vehicle stopped on the opposite side of a two-lane road if it would block traffic?

Answer: You may not park where your vehicle leaves fewer than sufficient clear lanes for traffic

You may never park where your vehicle obstructs the free flow of traffic, regardless of time or flashers.

You want to park near a marked fire lane at a shopping center. You should:

Answer: Never stop or park in the fire lane, even briefly

Fire lanes must stay clear at all times so emergency vehicles have access.

When is it legal to park on a bridge or in a highway tunnel in Washington?

Answer: Never, except in an emergency

Parking on bridges and in tunnels is prohibited because there is no safe clearance for stopped vehicles.

If you must stop on the shoulder of a highway because of an emergency, you should:

Answer: Pull as far off the roadway as possible and turn on your hazard lights

Move completely off the traveled roadway and use hazard lights to warn approaching drivers.

How close to a driveway or alley entrance may you legally park?

Answer: You may not park in front of or within 5 feet of a driveway or alley

Blocking or parking within 5 feet of a driveway or alley entrance is illegal because it traps or blocks other vehicles.

A yellow-painted curb in most Washington cities typically means:

Answer: Loading zone or restricted parking — check posted signs

Yellow curbs usually mark loading zones or restricted areas, and posted signs give the exact rule.

When leaving a parallel parking space, you should:

Answer: Signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and yield to approaching traffic

You must signal and yield to moving traffic before re-entering the travel lane from a parked position.