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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According to the text, where should you never park?

On the shoulder of a road

In a designated parking lot

On the travelled part of a road

On a one-way street

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What should you NOT leave in a parked vehicle?

A spare tire

A map

Children or animals

Your vehicle registration

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

Three years

Five years

Ten years

One year

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Which type of Accessible Parking Permit is not renewable?

Regular permit (blue)

Traveller permit (purple)

Temporary permit (red)

Company permit (green)

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

The Hand-over-Hand method

The Quick-peek method

The Dutch reach method

The Look-and-Go technique

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

Red

Green

Purple

Blue

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

One metre

Five metres

Three metres

Six metres

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

A police officer

A Service Ontario employee

A licensed physician, chiropractor, or certain other therapists

A family member

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

Only during the day.

Only on hills.

Only on one-way streets.

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

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

Are visiting from another province.

Have a temporary disability while travelling.

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

Need a permit for a rental car.

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The Accessible Parking Permit is issued to:

A specific family

The permit holder (a person)

A specific vehicle

The vehicle owner

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Why is the Dutch reach method a good practice?

It is faster than other methods.

It forces a shoulder check at the same time.

It prevents the door from opening too wide.

It requires less physical effort.

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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.

If you are an elderly driver.

For a very short period of time.

If no other spaces are available.

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

Inform the mall security.

Report it to the police.

Confront the person directly.

Leave a note on their vehicle.

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

Six metres

15 metres

20 metres

Nine 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:

Open to the public

A historic building

Under construction

After midnight

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

50 metres

25 metres

100 metres

75 metres

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What must you do before moving from a parked position?

Honk your horn briefly.

Wait for a gap of at least 125 metres.

Turn on your hazard lights.

Signal and check for traffic.

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

150 metres

125 metres

50 metres

100 metres

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

Not all parking by-laws are posted on signs.

Signs are only recommendations.

All parking by-laws are always posted on signs.

By-laws only apply during business hours.

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

15 metres

10 metres

30 metres

20 metres

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What color is a temporary Accessible Parking Permit?

Blue

Yellow

Red

Green

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

The left side, facing against traffic.

The right side, in the direction of traffic.

Either side is acceptable.

The side with less traffic.

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

Red

Blue

Green

Purple

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

25 metres

15 metres

Nine metres

Six metres

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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.