When parking on a hill, where should you point your wheels if you are facing downhill?

• A. Outward away from the curb
• B. Inward towards the curb
• C. Straight ahead
• D. In any direction

Answer: (B)

When parking on a hill and facing downhill, the proper way to position your wheels is to point them inward towards the curb. This is a critical safety measure that prevents the vehicle from rolling into traffic if the parking brake were to fail. If the vehicle were to start rolling, having the wheels turned towards the curb would cause it to turn and potentially come to a stop against the curb rather than rolling freely down the hill.

In contrast, pointing the wheels outward or straight ahead would allow the vehicle to roll straight into the lane, posing a danger to other drivers and pedestrians. Therefore, when parking downhill, always ensure your wheels are turned inward toward the curb as a precautionary step.