Ch. 7 · Expressway

Which of the following methods is listed in the Rules of the Road for checking road and traffic conditions before entering an expressway?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: B: Listen to the radio

Explanation

The Rules of the Road states under "(5)" that "Before entering an expressway, check road and traffic conditions by listening to the radio or contacting the Japan Road Traffic Information Center." The methods listed in the text are listening to the radio and contacting the Japan Road Traffic Information Center.

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways

Hikari
Hikari
I'd probably just search online real quick before getting on the highway.
Yui
Yui
Actually, the Rules of the Road specifically says to listen to the radio or contact the Japan Road Traffic Information Center. That's the official method!
Hikari
Hikari
Oh wow, radio? That feels so old-school!
Yui
Yui
Right? But it's reliable and hands-free while you're already driving toward the entrance. The correct answer is listening to the radio.

Source: Ch. 7 Expressway · Section (第１節 高速道路に入る前の心得) · （５）高速道路に入る前には、ラジオを聞いたり、日本道路交通情報センターに問い合わせるなどして

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