Idaho: Parking rules Practice Test
Parking on hills, handicapped parking, backing, and the places where you may not park.
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Idaho Driver's Handbook" (July 2026), Idaho Transportation Department.
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When parking on a public road, how close to the curb or edge of the roadway must you park?
- Parallel to it and within 18 inches
- Parallel to it and within 6 inches
- Parallel to it and within 12 inches
- Parallel to it and within 24 inches
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Correct answer: Parallel to it and within 18 inches
The manual requires parking parallel to and within 18 inches of the curb or edge of the roadway.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 80 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 80)
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When you park on a public road, which way must your vehicle face?
- Toward oncoming traffic on the opposite side
- Toward the nearest intersection or driveway
- In the same direction as traffic on your side of the road
- In whichever direction makes it easier to leave later
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Correct answer: In the same direction as traffic on your side of the road
The vehicle must face in the same direction as traffic on your side of the road.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 80 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 80)
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When is the parking brake to be set when you park on a public road, according to the manual?
- Only if you park facing uphill
- Only if the car is left running
- Only if the car has a manual transmission
- Only if you park next to a curb
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Correct answer: Only if the car is left running
The manual says to set the parking brake only if the car is left running.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 80 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 80)
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What should you do with the gear selector of a car with a manual transmission when you park it?
- Shift to neutral
- Shift to park
- Shift to the highest gear
- Leave the car in gear
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Correct answer: Leave the car in gear
With a manual transmission, the car is left in gear when parked.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 80 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 80)
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When you park a car that has an automatic transmission, what should you do with the gear selector?
- Shift to park
- Shift to neutral
- Shift to low
- Leave it in drive
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Correct answer: Shift to park
For an automatic transmission the manual says to shift to park.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 80 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 80)
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After you park on a public road, what should you do with the keys?
- Leave them in the ignition if you will be right back
- Leave them in the ignition with the engine off
- Remove them and secure your car
- Hide them under the driver's seat
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Correct answer: Remove them and secure your car
The manual says to remove the keys and secure your car.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 80 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 80)
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You are parked facing downhill next to a curb. Which way should you turn your front wheels?
- Sharply away from the curb, toward the road
- Sharply toward and against the curb
- Straight ahead
- Slightly away from the curb and the road
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Correct answer: Sharply toward and against the curb
Facing downhill, the front wheels are turned sharply toward and against the curb so the vehicle cannot roll into traffic.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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You are parked facing uphill next to a curb. Which way should you turn your wheels?
- Sharply toward the curb and against it
- Straight ahead with the wheels centered
- Slightly toward the curb
- Sharply away from the curb
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Correct answer: Sharply away from the curb
Facing uphill, the wheels are turned sharply away and against the curb.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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You are parked on a hill where there is no curb. Which way should you turn your wheels?
- Sharply toward the edge of the road
- Sharply toward the center of the road
- Straight ahead
- Away from the edge of the road
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Correct answer: Sharply toward the edge of the road
With no curb, the wheels are turned sharply toward the edge of the road, uphill or downhill.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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How close to a fire hydrant is parking not allowed?
- Within 5 feet
- Within 10 feet
- Within 15 feet
- Within 25 feet
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Correct answer: Within 15 feet
Parking is not allowed within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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How close to a crosswalk is parking not allowed?
- Within 5 feet
- Within 20 feet
- Within 10 feet
- Within 40 feet
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Correct answer: Within 20 feet
Parking is not allowed within 20 feet of a crosswalk.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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How close to a stop sign, yield sign, or traffic signal is parking not allowed?
- Within 10 feet
- Within 15 feet
- Within 100 feet
- Within 30 feet
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Correct answer: Within 30 feet
Parking is not allowed within 30 feet of a stop sign, yield sign, or traffic signal.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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How close to railroad tracks is parking not allowed?
- Within 50 feet
- Within 10 feet
- Within 25 feet
- Within 200 feet
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Correct answer: Within 50 feet
Parking is not allowed within 50 feet of railroad tracks.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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How close to a fire station driveway is parking not allowed?
- Within 5 feet
- Within 10 feet
- Within 20 feet
- Within 40 feet
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Correct answer: Within 20 feet
Parking is not allowed within 20 feet of a fire station driveway.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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What is it called when you park on the street side of a vehicle that is already parked, and is it allowed?
- Double parking, which is allowed for short stops
- Double parking, which is not allowed
- Angle parking, which is not allowed
- Parallel parking, which is allowed
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Correct answer: Double parking, which is not allowed
Parking on the street side of any parked vehicle is called double parking and is not allowed.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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What does a red-painted curb mean for parking?
- Parking is allowed for loading only
- Parking is allowed for up to two hours
- Parking is allowed for disabled persons only
- Parking is not allowed there
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Correct answer: Parking is not allowed there
Parking is not allowed where prohibited by signs or a red-painted curb.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 81 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 81)
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What does a blue rectangular sign with a white wheelchair symbol and the words PARKING ONLY indicate?
- Parking spaces reserved for handicapped persons
- A loading zone for delivery vehicles
- Parking reserved for emergency vehicles
- A zone where parking is free for all drivers
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Correct answer: Parking spaces reserved for handicapped persons
The manual says this symbol indicates parking spaces reserved for handicapped persons.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 82 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 82)
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Which vehicles may park in spaces reserved for handicapped persons?
- Any vehicle whose driver stays inside it
- Any vehicle parked there for less than fifteen minutes at a time
- Those displaying the handicapped symbol on a plate or special card
- Only emergency vehicles and delivery vehicles
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Correct answer: Those displaying the handicapped symbol on a plate or special card
Only vehicles displaying the symbol on a license plate or a special card may park in these spaces.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 82 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 82)
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What may happen to a non-handicapped driver who parks in a space reserved for handicapped persons?
- Nothing, if the other spaces are all taken
- The driver may be fined
- The driver may only be asked to move the vehicle
- The driver is given a written warning only
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Correct answer: The driver may be fined
Non-handicapped drivers are prohibited from parking in such spaces and may be fined for violations.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 82 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 82)
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How may a handicapped person park an automobile displaying the handicapped symbol in reserved parking spaces?
- Without paying but for no more than 24 hours
- Only after paying and for a limited time
- Without paying but for no more than two hours
- Without paying and for unlimited time
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Correct answer: Without paying and for unlimited time
The manual says a handicapped person may park in reserved spaces without paying and for unlimited time.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 82 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 82)
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Why does backing require extra caution?
- It is difficult to see behind the vehicle
- Brakes work less well in reverse
- Other drivers expect you to back up quickly
- Reverse gear limits you to a very low speed
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Correct answer: It is difficult to see behind the vehicle
The manual says backing is difficult because drivers cannot see well behind their vehicles.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 82 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 82)
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Before you get into your vehicle to back up, what should you do?
- Check only the mirrors after you are seated
- Sound the horn
- Check behind the vehicle
- Let the engine warm up
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Correct answer: Check behind the vehicle
Children or small objects are hard to see from the driver's seat, so you should check behind the vehicle before you get in.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 82 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 82)
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How should you look when backing up?
- Mainly in the rearview and side mirrors
- Over your shoulder directly through the rear window
- Only in the side mirror on the passenger side
- Straight ahead while a passenger watches behind
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Correct answer: Over your shoulder directly through the rear window
The manual says to look over your shoulder directly through the rear window and not to rely on your mirrors.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 82 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 82)
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How long should you continue looking back while you back up?
- Until the vehicle starts moving
- Until you have backed up ten feet
- Until your rear wheels clear the curb
- Until you come to a complete stop
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Correct answer: Until you come to a complete stop
The manual says to continue looking back until you come to a complete stop.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 82 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 82)
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On roads other than freeways and other controlled-access highways, when is backing allowed?
- Only when you have a passenger to help you
- Only when it can be done safely and without interfering with other traffic
- Only on roads with a posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour or less
- Only after you sound your horn
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Correct answer: Only when it can be done safely and without interfering with other traffic
Elsewhere, backing is prohibited unless it can be done safely and without interfering with other traffic.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 82 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 82)
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What can happen to an unattended vehicle on the traveled portion of a highway?
- It is allowed to stay for 24 hours
- It is subject to removal only after midnight
- It is subject to removal only at the owner's request
- It is subject to immediate removal (towing)
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Correct answer: It is subject to immediate removal (towing)
Unattended vehicles on the traveled portion of a highway are a danger to public safety and subject to immediate removal (towing).
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 93 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 93)
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When must a vehicle left unattended on the paved portion of a highway, off the traveled portion, be removed?
- Prior to darkness
- Within one hour of being left
- Before the next business day
- Only when a police officer requests it
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Correct answer: Prior to darkness
Vehicles left unattended must be removed prior to darkness or be subject to towing at the owner’s expense.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 93 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 93)
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Who pays for towing a vehicle that is left unattended and not removed prior to darkness?
- The county
- The nearest property owner
- The owner of the vehicle
- The driver who reports it
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Correct answer: The owner of the vehicle
A vehicle not removed prior to darkness is subject to towing at the owner’s expense.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 93 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 93)
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May you park in a bike lane?
- Yes, but only for a short time while waiting
- Yes, if no bicyclist is in sight at the time
- No, parking in bike lanes is not allowed
- Yes, if your hazard lights are turned on
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Correct answer: No, parking in bike lanes is not allowed
Bike lanes are designated travel lanes for bicyclists and should not be blocked, so parking in them is not allowed.
Source: Idaho Driver's Handbook (July 2026), page 101 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 101)