Ch. 5 · Driving Method

Which of the following vehicles is NOT listed in the Rules of the Road as one you must not move laterally close to or cut in front of, except when unavoidable to avoid danger?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: C: A large vehicle with a beginner's mark

Explanation

The Rules of the Road 8(1) lists only "quasi-medium-sized vehicles" and "ordinary vehicles" with beginner's marks, and does not include large vehicles. Six types (a through ka) are enumerated as protected vehicles.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians

Hikari
Hikari
I thought any vehicle with a beginner's mark is protected—even big trucks?
Misaki
Misaki
Only quasi-medium and ordinary cars with beginner marks are listed. Large vehicles aren't included in the law.
Hikari
Hikari
Wait, so I can cut in front of a beginner driving a big truck?
Misaki
Misaki
Legally yes, but common sense still says give space. The law just doesn't mandate it for large vehicles.

Source: Ch. 5 Driving Method · Section (第3節 歩行者の保護など) · 8 初心運転者などの保護 (1)

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