Ch. 5 · Driving Method
Which is the correct method for entering a roundabout?
[Multiple choice · Medium]
- A.Move to the center of the road as much as possible and slow down to a stop-ready speed
- B.Move to the left edge of the road as much as possible, slow down to a stop-ready speed, and must not obstruct the progress of vehicles traveling within the roundabout✓
- C.Move to the right edge of the road as much as possible and come to a complete stop
- D.You may proceed at your current speed
Answer: B: Move to the left edge of the road as much as possible, slow down to a stop-ready speed, and must not obstruct the progress of vehicles traveling within the roundabout
Explanation
Sections 4(1) and 4(3) of the Rules of the Road state that at roundabouts you must "move to the left edge of the road as much as possible in advance" and "proceed while slowing down to a stop-ready speed," and "when entering a roundabout, you must slow down to a stop-ready speed and must not obstruct the progress of vehicles or streetcars traveling within the roundabout."
Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
Source: Ch. 5 Driving Method · Section (第７節 交差点の通り方) · 4 環状交差点の通行方法 (1)(3)
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