Ch. 6 · Hazardous Areas

If the area beyond the railroad crossing is congested and there is a risk of becoming stuck inside the crossing, you must not enter it.

[True / False · Medium]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

Section 1 (4) of Chapter 6 of the Rules of the Road states: "Also, if the area beyond the crossing is congested and proceeding would risk becoming stuck inside the crossing, you must not enter." Entry is prohibited to prevent becoming stranded inside the crossing.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings

Hikari
Hikari
Traffic's jammed on the other side, but I can at least roll into the crossing and wait there, right?
Misaki
Misaki
That's false—well, actually that's correct in the sense you must NOT enter. If there's a risk you'll get stuck inside the crossing, you're prohibited from entering at all.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh, so better to wait before the crossing than risk being trapped on the tracks?
Misaki
Misaki
Exactly. Getting stranded on the tracks is extremely dangerous—always make sure you can clear it completely.

Source: Ch. 6 Hazardous Areas · Section (第１節 踏切) · １(４) また、踏切の向こう側が混雑しているため、そのまま進むと踏切内で動きがとれなくなるおそれがあるときは、入つてはいけません。

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