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California Class C Permit Practice Test
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Unless another lawful exception applies, how close may a driver park to a fire hydrant?
A fire hydrant stands beside a straight curb. No parked vehicle, distance value or clearance mark is shown.
Correct answer: Not within 15 feet.
Why
Parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant is illegal unless a lawful exception applies.
Verified against California Driver's Handbook · Illegal parking · p. 34
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