When you park parallel to a curb, you must:
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Park at an angle with the rear of your vehicle sticking out into traffic.
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Park within 18 inches of the curb.
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Park within 24 inches of the curb or edge of roadway.
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Park facing the opposite direction of the flow of traffic on your side of the road.
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Explanation
When parking parallel to a curb, you should park within 18 inches of the curb or edge of the roadway, facing in the same direction as traffic on your side of the road. This ensures that your vehicle is positioned close enough to the curb to allow sufficient space for other vehicles to pass safely.
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