Ch. 1 · Common Conduct
When a green arrow signal pointing left is displayed, in which direction may a vehicle proceed?
[Multiple choice · Medium]
- A.You may proceed only in the direction of the arrow, which is left✓
- B.You may proceed in the direction of the arrow (left) and also straight
- C.You may proceed only in the direction of the arrow (left), but if other signals are green you may proceed in other directions
- D.Arrow signals are for streetcars only, so regular vehicles do not need to follow them
Answer: A: You may proceed only in the direction of the arrow, which is left
Explanation
According to the Rules of the Road, a green arrow signal indicates that you may proceed in the direction of the arrow. A left-pointing arrow permits only left turns. Note that yellow arrow signals are for streetcars only.
Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 2: Following traffic signals
Source: Ch. 1 Common Conduct · Section (第２節 信号) · Rules of the Road, Ch.1 §2 (Signals, Signs & Markings) / 1. Signals: Drivers must obey traffic-signal lights. When a police officer or traffic-directing officer is controlling traffic by hand signals or flashlight, those signals override the traffic-signal lights.
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