When parallel parking in Washington State, you must park within ________ of the curb.

When parallel parking in Washington State, you must park within ________ of the curb.

• A. 18 inches
• B. 12 inches
• C. 6 inches
• D. 24 inches

Answer: (B)

When parallel parking, you should position the car so its distance to the curb is within 12 inches. This keeps the vehicle out of the travel lane, makes it easier to re-enter traffic later, and helps other drivers judge where your car is parked. Parking any farther than 12 inches means you’re not parked as required and could create unsafe or confusing conditions in the curbside lane.

When parallel parking, you should position the car so its distance to the curb is within 12 inches. This keeps the vehicle out of the travel lane, makes it easier to re-enter traffic later, and helps other drivers judge where your car is parked. Parking any farther than 12 inches means you’re not parked as required and could create unsafe or confusing conditions in the curbside lane.