Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

When walking on rainy days, it is good to wear bright, conspicuous colors for raincoats and other clothing so that drivers can see you easily.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

The text states, "On rainy days, visibility is poor, so you should wear bright, conspicuous colors for raincoats and other clothing so that drivers can see you easily." Bright, conspicuous colors are recommended to improve visibility for drivers.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians

Momoka
Momoka
Hmm, wouldn't bright colors just distract drivers in the rain?
Hikari
Hikari
Actually, that's true — bright, conspicuous colors help drivers spot you when visibility is poor.
Momoka
Momoka
Oh, so it's about standing out, not blending in!
Hikari
Hikari
Exactly. In rain, being seen is everything.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第６節 雨の日などに歩くとき) · １ 雨の日などは、視界が悪くなりますから、レインコートなどの服装は、運転者から見やすいように、明るい目立つ色のものにしましよう。

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