WA DMV Parking Rules and Regulations 2

Question 1

In Washington, how far from a fire hydrant must you park your vehicle?

Accepted Answer

15 feet

Answer

Washington law requires parking at least 15 feet away from a fire hydrant.

Question 2

How close to a crosswalk at an intersection may you legally park in Washington?

Accepted Answer

No closer than 20 feet

Answer

You must park at least 20 feet from a crosswalk at an intersection so pedestrians remain visible.

Question 3

When parking downhill with a curb, which way should you turn your front wheels?

Accepted Answer

Toward the curb

Answer

Turning the wheels toward the curb lets the curb stop the car if the brakes fail while facing downhill.

Question 4

When parking uphill on a street with a curb, you should turn your wheels:

Accepted Answer

Away from the curb

Answer

Facing uphill with a curb, turn the wheels away from the curb so a rolling car backs into the curb and stops.

Question 5

Which of the following is a legal parking location in Washington?

Accepted Answer

A marked parking space along the curb on a two-way street

Answer

Sidewalks, intersections, and driveways are all prohibited parking areas, while a marked curb space is legal.

(WA DMV) Washington Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test