Ch. 10 · Accidents & Disaster
When traffic restrictions are enforced under the Disaster Countermeasures Basic Act, which of the following measures that drivers of regular vehicles should take within the restricted zone is incorrect?
[Multiple choice · Medium]
- A.When traffic restrictions are enforced for a designated section of road, promptly move the vehicle to a location outside the restricted section.
- B.When traffic restrictions are enforced for a designated area, promptly move the vehicle to a location off the road.
- C.When prompt movement is difficult, park the vehicle along the right edge of the road in a manner that does not obstruct the passage of emergency vehicles.✓
- D.When instructed by a police officer, move or park the vehicle according to the instruction.
Answer: C: When prompt movement is difficult, park the vehicle along the right edge of the road in a manner that does not obstruct the passage of emergency vehicles.
Explanation
The Rules of the Road, under "4. When Traffic Restrictions Are Enforced Under the Disaster Countermeasures Basic Act or Similar Situations" (2), specifies that when prompt movement is difficult, the vehicle should be parked as close as possible along the left edge of the road. Option 3 states "right edge," which is incorrect.
Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 13: Responding to traffic accidents
Source: Ch. 10 Accidents & Disaster · Section (第３節 災害などのとき) · ４ 災害が発生したときなどに災害対策基本法による交通の規制が行われたときなど（２）
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