Ch. 4 · Pre-Drive Conduct
Which of the following is correct according to the Rules of the Road regarding precautions related to physical condition when driving?
[Multiple choice · Medium]
- A.When tired, your attention may wander, but you may drive
- B.When you have taken cold medicine with sedative effects, do not drive✓
- C.Even if you are worried about something, it is fine if you have good driving skills
- D.Even when ill, you may drive if it is for a short time
Answer: B: When you have taken cold medicine with sedative effects, do not drive
Explanation
The Rules of the Road, Chapter 4, Section 1, 3 clearly states: "When you have taken cold medicine or headache medicine with sedative effects, do not drive." It is recommended to avoid driving when fatigued, ill, or worried about something.
Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
Source: Ch. 4 Pre-Drive Conduct · Section (第１節 運転に当たつての注意) · 3 また、睡眠作用のある風邪薬や頭痛薬などを服用したときは、運転をしないようにしましょう。
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