What does it mean when the ramp fixed point is less than 50 centimeters?
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During the fixed-point parking test in Subject 2, the announcement 'less than 50 centimeters' refers to the distance between the vehicle and the side line being less than fifty centimeters but more than thirty centimeters during ramp fixed-point parking. In this case, 10 points will be deducted. For ramp fixed-point parking, the distance from the side line should be less than or equal to thirty centimeters, and the vehicle must not cross the line. More information about Subject 2 is as follows: Overview: Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination and refers to the field driving skills test. The test items for small vehicles C1 and C2 include five mandatory components: reversing into a garage, parallel parking, ramp fixed-point parking and starting, right-angle turns, and curve driving. Additional Information: If a candidate fails the first attempt at Subject 2, they are allowed one retake. If the candidate does not take the retake or fails the retake, the current test session ends, and the applicant must reschedule the test after ten days. Within the validity period of the driving skills test permit, the number of test appointments for Subject 2 and Subject 3 (road driving skills test) must not exceed five times.
Having taught driving at the driving school for so many years, I've seen many students struggle with the hill-start parking test. The so-called 'less than 50 centimeters' means when parking on a slope, your wheels must be within half a meter from the curb to pass the exam. This distance is measured with a ruler or marked lines, mainly testing your control over the vehicle's position. Beginners often misjudge the distance in mirrors, resulting in parking too far or too close. Why set this standard? Because in real-road driving, parking too close to the slope edge risks rolling or scraping, increasing safety hazards. I recommend practicing first on flat ground by marking a 50cm line for simulation, frequently adjusting seat and mirror angles to sense the car body and wheel positions. Remember, exams have many deduction points—being off by just 1cm can mean failure, so strict practice is essential to develop good habits.
