Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

After a train from one direction has passed, which of the following should you watch out for?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: B: Watch out for another train coming from the opposite direction

Explanation

Chapter 2, Section 4, Item 1 of the Rules of the Road states: "Even after a train from one direction has passed, another train may come from the opposite direction immediately, so be careful." You must watch out for trains from the opposite direction.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings

Momoka
Momoka
One train just went by, so we're clear now, right?
Hikari
Hikari
Not quite. The correct answer is to watch out for another train coming from the opposite direction.
Momoka
Momoka
Another one? Already?
Hikari
Hikari
Yep. Tracks often carry trains both ways, and the second one can arrive right after the first—so never assume you're safe yet.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第4節 踏切の通り方) · 1 一方からの列車が通り過ぎても、すぐ反対方向から別の列車が来ることがありますから注意しましよう。

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