Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

Which of the following is the correct response when the warning bell is not ringing or the crossing gate is not lowered?

[Multiple choice · Hard]

Answer: B: The equipment may be malfunctioning, so always check for safety before crossing

Explanation

Chapter 2, Section 4, Item 3 of the Rules of the Road states: "Even when the warning bell is not ringing or the crossing gate is not lowered, the equipment may be malfunctioning, so always check for safety before crossing."

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

Momoka
Momoka
No bell, no gate—must mean everything's working and it's safe to cross!
Hikari
Hikari
Actually, the correct answer is the equipment may be malfunctioning, so you should always check for safety before crossing.
Momoka
Momoka
So silence doesn't mean safe?
Hikari
Hikari
Exactly. Treat quiet crossings with extra caution—your own eyes and ears are the real safety check.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第4節 踏切の通り方) · 3 警報機が鳴つていないときや、遮断機が降りていないときでも、機械が故障している場合がありますから、必ず安全を確かめてから渡るようにしましよう。

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