Start of perpendicular parking back-in parking to the right side, your body is aligned with the center, select a target

• A. 45 degrees to your left
• B. 30 degrees to your left
• C. 15 degrees to your left
• D. 60 degrees to your left

Answer: (A)

When backing into a perpendicular space on the right, you don’t drive straight in—you start by creating a diagonal path that lets the rear swing into the stall. Since you begin aligned with the lane center, turning to the left to form about a 45-degree angle gives you the best entry line into the space. That 45-degree target keeps you clear of the curb and any neighboring vehicle while giving you a straightforward path to straighten once the rear is in. A shallower angle (15–30 degrees) tends to leave you misaligned or needing extra corrections, and a steeper angle (60 degrees) can overshoot or bring you too close to the boundary. So aiming about 45 degrees to the left is the most balanced, achievable path into the space.