WA DMV Parking Rules and Regulations 4

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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

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You may park anywhere if hazard lights are on

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You may park if you stay under 5 minutes

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You may park if it is after dark

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Never stop or park in the fire lane, even briefly

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Park there only while loading groceries

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Park there if no fire trucks are visible

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Park there with your engine running

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Never, except in an emergency

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Only during daylight

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Only on the right shoulder

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Whenever traffic is light

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

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Stop with two wheels in the travel lane

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Leave your headlights off to avoid confusing drivers

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Stand behind your vehicle in the lane

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

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Within 2 feet is acceptable

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You may block it for under 10 minutes

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You may block it if it is your neighbor's

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Loading zone or restricted parking — check posted signs

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Unlimited free parking

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Parking for motorcycles only

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Parking for electric vehicles only

Question 7

When leaving a parallel parking space, you should:

Accepted Answer

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

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Pull out quickly before traffic arrives

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Rely on your mirrors alone

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Back up into the intersection for a better angle