Ch. 1 · Common Conduct

What does this sign mean?

[Multiple choice · Easy]

Red Signal

Answer: C: Red Signal

Explanation

A red signal means both vehicles and pedestrians must stop. Stop directly before the stop line.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 2: Following traffic signals

Hikari
Hikari
Red means slow down and check, then go if it's clear?
Yui
Yui
Nope, a red signal means you must stop — both vehicles and pedestrians. You stop right before the stop line, no exceptions.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh wow, I thought red was more like a strong caution!
Yui
Yui
Total stop, every time. Red is the hardest rule — never roll through it!

Source: Ch. 1 Common Conduct · Section (第２節 信号) · Rules of the Road, Ch.1 §2 (Signals, Signs & Markings) / 1(1) You must obey traffic-signal lights. The types of signals and their meanings are as listed in Appendix 1(1) and (2). / Appendix 1(1) Red light: (1) pedestrians and remotely operated small vehicles must not cross; (2) vehicles and streetcars must not proceed past the stop position.

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