How many points are deducted for parking more than 30cm but less than 50cm from the curb in Subject 3?
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According to the relevant examination scoring rules, parking more than 30cm but less than 50cm from the curb will result in a deduction of 10 points. In the Subject 3 driving test, parking within 30cm of the curb will not incur any point deductions. If the parking distance is between 30cm and 50cm, 10 points will be deducted. If there are no other point deductions, the test can still be passed. However, parking more than 50cm from the curb will result in an immediate deduction of 100 points, leading to a failed test. In the Subject 3 driving test, parking by the curb is a mandatory assessment item, along with other possible test items. Parking by the curb is a guaranteed part of the test because Subject 3 is a road driving test, and the test must conclude with the vehicle parked by the curb. According to the specific requirements and scoring rules for parking by the curb in the Subject 3 test, there are detailed scoring criteria based on the distance from the road edge or the sidewalk edge. The specific point deductions are as follows: If the vehicle is parked more than 50cm from the right edge of the road or the sidewalk edge, 100 points will be deducted immediately, resulting in a failed test. If the vehicle is parked between 30cm and 50cm from the right edge of the road or the sidewalk edge, 10 points will be deducted. If this is the only point deduction, there is still a chance to pass the test. However, if there are additional point deductions for parking by the curb, the test will be failed, and a second attempt will be required. After parking by the curb, the distance between the vehicle and the curb should ideally be within 30cm to meet the passing criteria. However, candidates should remain vigilant as there are other potential point deductions. Additional point deductions include: failing to engage the parking brake (handbrake), which will deduct 10 points; releasing the brake pedal before engaging the parking brake, which will also deduct 10 points; and failing to turn off the engine before exiting the vehicle, which will deduct 5 points. Some actions, such as parking beyond the road edge or failing to close the door upon exiting, will result in an immediate 100-point deduction and a failed test. Therefore, extra attention is required during the parking by the curb segment of the Subject 3 test. Candidates should begin preparing for the parking maneuver well in advance. Before parking, they must check the rear and right-side traffic conditions using the interior and exterior rearview mirrors and confirm safety by looking over their shoulder.
I remember during the driving test (Subject 3), if the distance from the curb exceeded 30cm but was less than 50cm when pulling over, 10 points would be deducted. That time I didn't park accurately during my test - the instructor said my wheels were about 40cm from the curb, and the examiner directly deducted 10 points. Fortunately, I passed because I didn't make mistakes in other items. This scoring standard is unified because precise parking is required for road safety. Beginners often struggle with aligning mirrors properly or controlling speed, making them prone to parking too wide. I suggest practicing with a tape measure during training, or marking 30cm points with small stones - you'll get used to it after several tries. During the test, stay calm, check the distance after stopping steadily before turning off the engine to avoid losing points. With a full score of 100, losing 10 points still allows you to pass, so don't worry too much.
