New Jersey Drivers PracticeTest

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How close may you park to a fire hydrant?

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The correct answer is: 10 feet

Parking regulations surrounding fire hydrants are established to ensure that emergency vehicles can access these critical water sources without obstruction. The correct answer, which states that you may park no closer than 10 feet from a fire hydrant, reflects the standard requirement designed to facilitate quick response times in emergencies. When vehicles are parked too close to fire hydrants, it can hinder firefighters from accessing the hydrant efficiently, which can be vital during a fire. The distance of 10 feet is a reasonable measure that allows visibility and unobstructed access, ensuring that responders can quickly and safely connect hoses to the hydrant in a timely manner. In considering the other distances, they either restrict parking too far (which would be impractical) or are not compliant with local laws that dictate a minimum distance for safe access to hydrants. Thus, maintaining this 10-foot distance is crucial for public safety and efficient emergency response.