Section 8a: Parking along roadways

The Ontario driving test includes a section on Parking Along Roadways to assess a driver’s ability to park safely and legally.

Ontario Driving Test - Section 8a: Parking along roadways

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What is the minimum legal distance to park from a fire hydrant?

Six metres

One metre

Three metres

Five metres

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What color is a regular Accessible Parking Permit for people with permanent disabilities?

Green

Red

Purple

Blue

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On a standard two-way road, which side should you park on?

The right side, in the direction of traffic.

The left side, facing against traffic.

The side with less traffic.

Either side is acceptable.

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Why is the Dutch reach method a good practice?

It prevents the door from opening too wide.

It requires less physical effort.

It forces a shoulder check at the same time.

It is faster than other methods.

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What is the minimum distance you can park from the nearest rail of a level railway crossing?

30 metres

10 metres

15 metres

20 metres

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What should you NOT leave in a parked vehicle?

A map

Children or animals

A spare tire

Your vehicle registration

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You are not allowed to park on or within how many metres of a bridge?

100 metres

50 metres

75 metres

25 metres

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When parking on a curve or hill, what is the minimum clear view required in both directions?

100 metres

50 metres

125 metres

150 metres

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Who can certify that an applicant qualifies for an Accessible Parking Permit?

A police officer

A family member

A Service Ontario employee

A licensed physician, chiropractor, or certain other therapists

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A traveller permit (purple) is issued to individuals who:

Already hold a valid Accessible Parking Permit and plan to fly.

Need a permit for a rental car.

Are visiting from another province.

Have a temporary disability while travelling.

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Which type of Accessible Parking Permit is not renewable?

Regular permit (blue)

Temporary permit (red)

Traveller permit (purple)

Company permit (green)

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What must you do before moving from a parked position?

Wait for a gap of at least 125 metres.

Honk your horn briefly.

Turn on your hazard lights.

Signal and check for traffic.

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The Accessible Parking Permit is issued to:

The vehicle owner

The permit holder (a person)

A specific family

A specific vehicle

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How long is a regular (blue) Accessible Parking Permit valid for?

One year

Ten years

Three years

Five years

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What color is an Accessible Parking Permit issued to companies that transport people with disabilities?

Green

Purple

Red

Blue

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What is the recommended method for opening the driver's door to avoid endangering others?

The Look-and-Go technique

The Hand-over-Hand method

The Dutch reach method

The Quick-peek method

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What color is a temporary Accessible Parking Permit?

Blue

Red

Green

Yellow

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When is it permissible to park in a space designated for people with disabilities?

Only if you or a passenger has an Accessible Parking Permit displayed.

For a very short period of time.

If no other spaces are available.

If you are an elderly driver.

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According to the text, where should you never park?

On the shoulder of a road

On a one-way street

On the travelled part of a road

In a designated parking lot

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What is the minimum distance you must park from an intersection that is NOT controlled by traffic lights?

15 metres

Six metres

20 metres

Nine metres

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When must you parallel park with your wheels parallel to the curb?

Only on hills.

On roads where parking is allowed, unless signs indicate angle parking.

Only during the day.

Only on one-way streets.

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If an intersection is controlled by traffic lights, what is the minimum distance you must park from it?

Nine metres

Six metres

15 metres

25 metres

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You should not park within six metres of a public entrance to a hotel, theatre or public hall when it is:

A historic building

After midnight

Open to the public

Under construction

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What should you do if you see someone misusing an Accessible Parking Permit?

Leave a note on their vehicle.

Confront the person directly.

Inform the mall security.

Report it to the police.

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What is a key point to remember about parking by-laws and signs?

Signs are only recommendations.

Not all parking by-laws are posted on signs.

All parking by-laws are always posted on signs.

By-laws only apply during business hours.

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Candidates must demonstrate proper techniques for parallel parking, angle parking, and pulling over to the curb. This involves signaling intentions, checking mirrors, performing shoulder checks, and positioning the vehicle within a safe distance from the curb without obstructing traffic. Examiners look for smooth steering, controlled braking, and awareness of pedestrians and other vehicles. Mastery of parking along roadways is crucial for urban driving and ensures safety and compliance with Ontario’s road regulations.