Questions and Answers
Which ways do you turn your wheels if you are parking uphill with a curb?
Which ways do you turn your wheels if you are parking downhill with a curb?
Where is angle parking most often used?
In parking lots of shopping centers and sometimes at curbs
When pulling out of an angle parking spot, which way will the vehicle swing?
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When should you start turning the wheel while backing up out of an angled parking spot?
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Where is parallel parking most often used?
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Study Notes
Parking on a Hill
- When parking uphill with a curb, turn the wheels away from the curb to prevent the vehicle from rolling downhill.
- Ensure the hand brake is set, and if the vehicle has a manual transmission, shift into low gear.
Parking Downhill
- For downhill parking with a curb, turn the wheels towards the curb to stop the vehicle from moving into the street.
- Set the hand brake and, in a manual transmission vehicle, shift into reverse.
Angle Parking
- Angle parking is commonly utilized in parking lots, particularly at shopping centers, and occasionally at curbs.
Vehicle Swing in Angle Parking
- When exiting an angle parking space, the vehicle will swing opposite the direction of the turn.
Turning While Backing Up
- The vehicle's steering wheel should begin to turn while backing up out of an angled parking spot.
Parallel Parking
- Parallel parking is predominantly used on city streets, where space is limited and parking is often tight.
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Description
Test your knowledge on how to park on a hill safely. This quiz provides key information on turning wheels when parking uphill and downhill with a curb. Perfect for driving learners and safety conscious drivers.
