CDL · Parking
What should you do whenever you step away from your vehicle?
Correct answer: Set the parking brake.
Answer options
- ALeave the engine idling
- BLeave the ignition key in place
- CSet the parking brake Correct
Why
Setting the parking brake keeps the vehicle from rolling while you are away from it; you should also turn off the engine and take your key with you.
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Topic: Parking License: CDL
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Where it applies: Asked in every state.
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