Ch. 5 · 第２節 自動車の通行するところ
On a road with traffic lanes, which of the following statements about lane changes is correct?
[Multiple choice · Hard]
- A.For overtaking, you may freely change lanes at any time
- B.Except when unavoidable, such as for overtaking, you must not cross out of your traffic lane or straddle two traffic lanes✓
- C.You must always stay in the same traffic lane and must never change lanes under any circumstances
- D.If there is no vehicle behind you, you may freely change lanes
Answer: B: Except when unavoidable, such as for overtaking, you must not cross out of your traffic lane or straddle two traffic lanes
Explanation
Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 2, Item 3 states: "Except when unavoidable, such as for overtaking, you must not cross out of your traffic lane or straddle two traffic lanes." Lane changes are permitted when unavoidable, but in principle you must stay within the same lane.
Source: Ch. 5 · Section (第２節 自動車の通行するところ) · 3 車線を変えずに走ること
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