Ch. 1 · Common Conduct

The "Crosswalk" sign is an indication sign that shows the location where pedestrians may cross the road.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

According to the Rules of the Road, indication signs designate that certain traffic methods are permitted or indicate specific locations established for road traffic. The crosswalk sign is a typical indication sign showing where pedestrians may cross.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 2: Following traffic signals

Hikari

Isn't a crosswalk sign telling drivers what to do, like a command?

Yui

Good question! It's actually an indication sign—it's just pointing out where pedestrians are allowed to cross, not ordering you around.

Hikari

So it's more like 'FYI, crosswalk here' than 'you must do this'?

Yui

Perfect! Indication signs show what's permitted or mark special spots, they don't boss you around.

Source: Ch. 1 Common Conduct · Section (第２節信号) · Rules of the Road, Ch.1 §2 / 2(3) Indication signs indicate that a particular traffic behavior is permitted, or that a location has a specific traffic designation. Types and meanings are listed in Appendix 3(1).

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