WA DMV Parking Rules and Regulations 3

Question 1

How far from a railroad crossing must you park in Washington?

Accepted Answer

At least 50 feet

Answer

At least 20 feet

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At least 15 feet

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At least 100 feet

Question 2

How close to the entrance of a fire station driveway may you park on the same side of the street?

Accepted Answer

No closer than 20 feet

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No closer than 5 feet

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No closer than 50 feet

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Anywhere if the engine is inside

Question 3

You may park in a space reserved for persons with disabilities only if:

Accepted Answer

Your vehicle displays a valid disabled parking placard or plate

Answer

You will only be a few minutes

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You leave your flashers on

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The lot is otherwise full

Question 4

Before opening your door after parallel parking on a street, you should:

Accepted Answer

Check mirrors and look for bicyclists and traffic approaching from behind

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Open the door quickly so traffic sees it

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Honk your horn twice

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Turn on your high beams

Question 5

What does a red-painted curb generally indicate?

Accepted Answer

No stopping, standing, or parking

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Loading zone for commercial vehicles

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Short-term passenger loading

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Free parking after 6 p.m.

Question 6

When parking on a hill where there is no curb, which way should you turn your wheels?

Accepted Answer

Toward the edge of the road, whether facing uphill or downhill

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Away from the road edge

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Straight ahead

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Toward the centerline

Question 7

Which action should you always take before leaving your parked vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Set the parking brake and shift into park or an appropriate gear

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Leave the engine idling for the next start

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Turn the wheels straight on every hill

Answer

Leave the transmission in neutral