Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

Young children may suddenly run into the road when they see something interesting, so hold their hand firmly and do not take your eyes off them.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

The Rules of the Road, Chapter 2, Section 9, Paragraph 4 clearly states, "Young children may suddenly run into the road when they see something interesting or someone they know, so hold their hand firmly and do not take your eyes off them." This is correct.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians

Momoka

Holding hands sounds sweet, but is it really that important if they're walking right next to me?

Hikari

It's true and super important. Kids can dart into the road in a split second if they spot something cool or someone they know.

Momoka

So even one second of looking away could be dangerous?

Hikari

Yep. Firm grip, constant eyes. Kids are unpredictable — treat every moment near a road seriously.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第９節子供の安全) · 4 幼児は、興味のあるものや知つている人を見掛けると、いきなり道路に飛び出すことがありますから、しつかり手をつなぎ幼児から目を離さないようにしましよう。

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