Ch. 4 · Pre-Drive Conduct

When photochemical smog occurs or is likely to occur due to air pollution, it is necessary to refrain from using vehicles.

[True / False · Medium]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

Section "3. Prevention of Traffic Pollution and Global Warming, etc. (2)" clearly states: "When photochemical smog occurs or is likely to occur, refrain from using vehicles." This is correct from the perspective of environmental protection and preventing health hazards.

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 5: Human capability and driving

Hikari
Hikari
Photochemical smog is just air pollution though—can I still drive if I'm careful?
Misaki
Misaki
No, the statement is true. When smog occurs or is likely, you need to refrain from using your vehicle entirely.
Hikari
Hikari
Even if I really need to go somewhere?
Misaki
Misaki
Yes. Vehicles contribute to the smog and it's a health hazard—environmental protection comes first.

Source: Ch. 4 Pre-Drive Conduct · Section (第５節 安全運転に必要な知識など) · ３ 交通公害、地球温暖化の防止など (２) - 光化学スモッグが発生したときや発生するおそれのあるときは、自動車の使用を控えましよう。

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