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After parking on a hill, in addition to turning the wheels correctly, you should always:
- A.Leave the engine running
- B.Set the parking brake
- C.Leave the transmission in neutral for an automatic
- D.Place blocks behind the wheels of every parked car
Correct answer
B. Set the parking brake
Why
Always set the parking brake when parking, especially on hills. The wheel position is a backup, not a substitute for the brake.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - Parking · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-153).