In Portuguese traffic law, what is the minimum distance before a pedestrian crossing where parking or stopping a vehicle is prohibited?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 5 meters
- Step 1: Stopping distance from pedestrian crossings. Step 2. Under Article 49, stopping or parking is prohibited less than 5 meters before a pedestrian crossing to preserve sightlines for crossing pedestrians. Answer: 5 meters. Why not the others: 10 meters applies to tram stops; 2 meters is insufficient; 15 meters applies to bus stops.
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