When passing near the front or rear of a stopped vehicle, there is a risk that pedestrians such as children may suddenly run out from under or behind the vehicle, so you must stop or slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō) to confirm safety.

Answer: True

Explanation

The Rules of the Road specifies that when a child is walking alone, you must stop or slow down to a stop-ready speed to allow safe passage. Children may become absorbed in something that catches their interest and suddenly run into the road or cross directly in front of or behind a vehicle, so special caution is needed for children running out from behind stopped vehicles. The statement in the question is correct. (Source: Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 3, Protection of Pedestrians, etc.)