Ch. 1 · Common Conduct

What location does the "Bicycle Crossing" sign indicate?

[Multiple choice · Easy]

A.A place where bicycles may be parked
B.A place where bicycles may cross the road✓
C.A place where bicycles may not pass
D.A place where bicycles must come to a complete stop

Answer: B: A place where bicycles may cross the road

Explanation

According to the Rules of the Road, indication signs designate specific locations established for road traffic. "Bicycle Crossing" is an indication sign that shows the location where bicycles may cross the road.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 2: Following traffic signals

Hikari

Hmm, is it a bike parking zone? Like where you leave your bike?

Yui

Nope! It's actually where bicycles may cross the road — think of it like a crosswalk, but for bikes.

Hikari

Oh, so we need to watch for bikes crossing there?

Yui

Exactly! It marks the spot where cyclists have the right to cross, so stay alert.

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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