Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

Which of the following is the correct explanation about mobility devices for people with disabilities?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: B: Vehicles for people with physical disabilities who have difficulty walking to move around, and other people should not use them on roads

Explanation

Article 2 of the Rules of the Road states, "Mobility devices for people with disabilities are vehicles for people with physical disabilities who have difficulty walking, so other people should not use them on roads," indicating that use by other people should be avoided.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians

Momoka
Momoka
Maybe family members can use them too, since they live together?
Hikari
Hikari
Nope. The correct option is that these devices are for people with physical disabilities who have difficulty walking, and other people shouldn't use them on roads.
Momoka
Momoka
So not even emergencies or family?
Hikari
Hikari
The rules say to avoid use by others, period. These devices are specifically for those who need them to walk.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第8節 身体の不自由な人の安全) · 2 身体障害者用の車とは、身体が不自由で歩行が困難な人が移動するための車のことですから、その他の人は道路では使わないようにしましよう。

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