Florida Class E Knowledge ExamVehicle Operation and ControlHard
You are attempting to parallel park between two vehicles. After pulling alongside the front vehicle, what is the first steering action you should take?
- AKeep the steering wheel straight and back up slowly.
- BPull forward slightly more to create extra space.
- CTurn the steering wheel sharply to the right and begin backing up.
- DTurn the steering wheel sharply to the left and begin backing up.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Turn the steering wheel sharply to the right and begin backing up.
The first step in parallel parking, after aligning your rear bumper with the front vehicle's rear bumper, is to turn your steering wheel sharply to the right and slowly back up. This angles your vehicle into the parking spot.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Keeping the wheel straight would cause you to back straight into the vehicle behind you.
- B. Pulling forward more would reduce the space needed for the maneuver and is not the first steering action.
- D. Turning left first would angle your vehicle away from the curb, preventing proper parking.
Parallel Parking Step 1
The initial steering and backing maneuver in parallel parking, crucial for positioning the vehicle correctly into the space.
- Align rear bumper with front car's rear bumper.
- Turn wheel sharply right.
- Back up slowly until 45-degree angle.
Memory trick: Right, Straight, Left, you'll park just right!