Kentucky permit test: parking & stopping
Where you may not park, distances from hydrants and crossings, curbs and hills. 4 questions.
You park downhill next to a curb. Which way should you turn your front wheels?
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Sample parking & stopping questions
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You park downhill next to a curb. Which way should you turn your front wheels?
- A Away from the curb, toward the street
- B Toward the curb, so the car rolls into it
- C It does not matter if the parking brake is set
- D Straight ahead
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B. Toward the curb, so the car rolls into it
When parked on a hill, turn your wheels so the car will touch the curb if it starts to roll. Facing downhill, that means turning the wheels toward the curb.
Source: Kentucky Driver Manual, page 54
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You park on a hill where there is no curb. How should you turn your wheels?
- A Straight ahead
- B So the car would roll toward the center of the road
- C Toward oncoming traffic so drivers see it
- D So the car would roll off the road
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D. So the car would roll off the road
If there is no curb, turn your wheels so the vehicle will go off the road, not into traffic, if it rolls. Always set the parking brake as well.
Source: Kentucky Driver Manual, page 54
When you leave your parked vehicle, what does Kentucky law require you to do?
- A Only lock the doors
- B Turn off the engine and remove the key
- C Leave the engine running if you will be back soon
- D Turn on the hazard flashers
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B. Turn off the engine and remove the key
The law requires you to turn off the engine and remove the key when you leave your vehicle. The manual also advises locking it, even if you will be gone only a short time.
Source: Kentucky Driver Manual, page 53
When parked on a street, which side should you use to get out of your vehicle?
- A Either side, as long as you move quickly
- B The curb side, if possible
- C The street side, after signaling
- D The street side, since it is closer to the driver
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B. The curb side, if possible
It is safest to get out on the curb side, away from traffic. If you must use the street side, check for traffic and bicyclists before opening your door.
Source: Kentucky Driver Manual, page 53