Washington State Knowledge Test Parking and Stopping Rules 3

Question 1

Which of the following is a legal parking situation in Washington State?

Accepted Answer

At least 15 feet from a fire hydrant on a legal parking street

Answer

Parking at least 15 feet from a fire hydrant on an otherwise legal parking street is permitted under Washington law.

Question 2

Double parking — parking alongside another vehicle already parked at the curb — is:

Accepted Answer

Illegal at all times in Washington State

Answer

Double parking is illegal in Washington State at all times because it obstructs the normal flow of traffic.

Question 3

In which of the following locations is parking prohibited in Washington State?

Accepted Answer

On a bridge or in a tunnel

Answer

Washington law prohibits parking on a bridge or in a tunnel because it creates serious safety hazards and blocks emergency access.

Question 4

When are you required to use your parking brake in Washington State?

Accepted Answer

Whenever you park your vehicle

Answer

Washington law requires setting the parking brake whenever you park your vehicle, regardless of the terrain or grade.

Question 5

How far from an intersection may you not park in Washington State?

Accepted Answer

20 feet

Answer

Washington law prohibits parking within 20 feet of an intersection to maintain clear visibility for all drivers approaching from every direction.

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