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North Carolina Parking practice

Practice 9 North Carolina DMV questions on parking. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

1

In North Carolina, what is the minimum distance you must keep when parking near a fire hydrant?

  • A.5 feet
  • B.10 feet
  • C.15 feet✓
  • D.20 feet

Why: According to Chapter 4 of the North Carolina Driver's Handbook, you are legally required to park at least 15 feet away from a fire hydrant. This rule ensures that emergency vehicles have unobstructed access to water sources during a fire.

2

What should you do in addition to checking for traffic before pulling out of a parallel parking space on the right side of the road?

  • A.give a left-turn signal.✓
  • B.give a right-turn signal.
  • C.not give any turn signal.
  • D.turn on your emergency flashers.

Why: According to the driver's manual, before pulling out from a parallel parking space on the right side of the road, you must check for approaching traffic and give a left-turn signal. This alerts other drivers that you are entering the active traffic lane.

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