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District of Columbia Parking practice

Practice 16 District of Columbia DMV questions on parking. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

1

What is the maximum distance from the curb allowed when parking your vehicle on a two-way road?

  • A.25 inches
  • B.12 inches✓
  • C.20 inches
  • D.50 inches

Why: According to the Parking Rules chapter, you must park parallel to and within 12 inches of the curb on a two-way road. This ensures your vehicle does not obstruct the flow of traffic.

2

In which direction should you turn your front wheels when parking on a downhill slope?

  • A.toward the curb or the edge of the road.✓
  • B.away from the curb.
  • C.parallel to the curb.
  • D.toward the left.

Why: When parking downhill, you must turn your front wheels toward the curb or the edge of the road. This ensures that if your vehicle starts to roll, it will move away from traffic and stop against the curb.

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