Rules of the Road
What is the difference between stopping and parking?
South African learner's licence practice question. Difficulty: medium.
Answer: A 'no stopping' sign is stricter than 'no parking': where stopping is prohibited you may not even halt briefly to drop off a passenger.
- A. There is no difference
- B. Stopping is bringing the vehicle to a halt briefly; parking is leaving it standing, usually unattended - correct
- C. Parking is always longer than one hour
- D. Stopping applies only to buses
Explanation
A 'no stopping' sign is stricter than 'no parking': where stopping is prohibited you may not even halt briefly to drop off a passenger.
More Rules of the Road questions
- What is the general speed limit in an urban area in South Africa?
- What is the general speed limit on a rural public road outside an urban area?
- What is the maximum speed limit on a South African freeway, unless otherwise indicated?
- What must you do when approaching a stop sign?
- What does a Yield (Give Way) sign require?
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