Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

What should you do when you park facing downhill?

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Turn the front wheels towards the kerb

Park close to the bumper of another car

Park with two wheels on the kerb

Turn the front wheels away from the kerb

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Turn the front wheels towards the kerbThis was the right answer

When parking on a hill, there's a risk of the car rolling if the parking brake fails. To reduce this risk, turn the front wheels towards the kerb. This will allow the kerb to act as a chock, preventing any forward movement of the vehicle.

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Rule 252Highway Code rule · On a hill, secure the car with the parking brake, the appropriate gear and wheels turned so unintended rolling reaches the kerb.

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