In Portuguese traffic law, what is the legal distinction between 'stopping' (paragem) and 'parking' (estacionamento)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Stopping is the brief immobilization of a vehicle strictly for the time necessary to pick up or set down
- Step 1: Legal definitions under Article 48. Step 2. A stop (paragem) is strictly defined as brief immobilization for the time strictly necessary for entry/exit of passengers or rapid loading/unloading, with the driver ready to move. Immobilization beyond this constitutes parking (estacionamento). Answer: Stopping is the brief immobilization of a vehicle strictly for the time necessary to pick up or set down passengers or perform rapid loading. Why not the others: Turning off engine is not the legal definition; parking lots are for parking; 15 minutes is parking, not stopping.
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