Ch. 4 · Pre-Drive Conduct

Which of the following equipment should be installed when traveling on expressways?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: B: Breakdown warning equipment

Explanation

The "Equipment inspection" section of the Rules of the Road states: "When traveling on expressways (expressways or motor vehicle exclusive roads), you should install breakdown warning equipment to indicate that the vehicle has stopped due to a breakdown or other reasons."

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 9: Vehicle maintenance

Hikari
Hikari
I'd bring a jack in case I get a flat, so that?
Misaki
Misaki
Not quite. On expressways you need breakdown warning equipment — it's required so other drivers see you've stopped.
Hikari
Hikari
Wait, the triangular reflector thing?
Misaki
Misaki
Exactly. It warns traffic behind you and prevents chain collisions.

Source: Ch. 4 Pre-Drive Conduct · Section (第３節 自動車の点検) · 高速道路（高速自動車国道又は自動車専用道路）を通行するときは、故障などで停止していることを示すための停止表示器材を備え付けるようにしましよう。

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