Ch. 2 · 第３節 横断の仕方
Which of the following is correct about scramble intersections?
[Multiple choice · Medium]
- A.You may cross diagonally by following the pedestrian signal✓
- B.You may cross diagonally even if vehicles have not completely stopped
- C.You may cross diagonally even without a pedestrian signal
- D.Diagonal crossing is always prohibited
Answer: A: You may cross diagonally by following the pedestrian signal
Explanation
The Rules of the Road, Chapter 2, Section 3, "2 (5)" states: "At locations where all vehicle signals at an intersection turn red to stop vehicles and pedestrians are permitted free passage (scramble intersections), you may cross diagonally by following the pedestrian signals." Therefore, option 1 is correct.
Source: Ch. 2 · Section (第３節 横断の仕方) · ２（５）交差点で車に対する信号を全部赤にして車を止め、歩行者の自由な通行が認められているところ（スクランブル交差点）では、歩行者用の信号に従って斜め横断もできます。
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