Ch. 5 · Driving Method

When a bus stopped at a bus stop signals its intention to pull out with its turn signal, vehicles behind it must not obstruct its departure.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 2, Item 6(1) clearly states: "When a bus stopped at a bus stop signals its intention to pull out with its turn signal or other means, vehicles behind it must not obstruct its departure." This is a rule that gives priority to buses.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel

Hikari
Hikari
The bus is signaling, but I'm in a hurry—can't I just squeeze past?
Misaki
Misaki
No. When a bus at a stop signals to pull out, you must not obstruct it. That's true—buses have priority in this situation.
Hikari
Hikari
So I have to let the bus merge even if I got there first?
Misaki
Misaki
Yes. It's a rule that helps keep public transit on schedule and traffic predictable.

Source: Ch. 5 Driving Method · Section (第２節 自動車の通行するところ) · 6 路線バスなどの優先 - (1)

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