Ch. 5 · Driving Method
What is the correct method when passing near a specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle?
[Multiple choice · Medium]
- A.Always sound the horn when passing
- B.Leave a safe distance between you and the specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle, or slow down to a stop-ready speed✓
- C.When overtaking a specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle, you do not need to leave a distance
- D.Bicycles travel on the sidewalk, so no consideration is needed on the roadway
Answer: B: Leave a safe distance between you and the specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle, or slow down to a stop-ready speed
Explanation
The Rules of the Road 7(2) clearly states: "When passing near a specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle for overtaking or similar purposes, you must anticipate unsteady movement and leave a safe distance between you and the specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle, or slow down to a stop-ready speed."
Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
Source: Ch. 5 Driving Method · Section (第３節 歩行者の保護など) · 7 特定小型原動機付自転車や自転車の保護 (2)
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