# MenkyoQuest — Question ch7_trap_02

Chapter: Ch. 7 Expressway
Section: 第2節 1 本線車道へ入るときの注意 (1)(2)
Type: True/False
Difficulty: medium

## Question
I was in a hurry, so I entered the main lane of the expressway without using the acceleration lane at the entrance, but as long as I did not obstruct vehicles traveling on the main lane, there is no problem.

## Correct answer
False

## Explanation
When entering the main lane and an acceleration lane is present, you must use the acceleration lane to accelerate sufficiently. There is also a rule that you must not obstruct vehicles traveling on the main lane, but using the acceleration lane itself is mandatory.

## Driving school curriculum
Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways

## Source passage (Rules of the Road)
Rules of the Road, Ch.7 §2 (Driving on expressways) — Enter the main lane at sufficient speed after using the acceleration lane and signalling. Maintain the posted minimum speed and lane discipline. Do not stop or park on the main lane or shoulder except in emergencies; use hazard lights and emergency phones.

## Tags
高速道路, 加速車線, 本線車道, 合流, 義務違反

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Source basis: National Police Agency's official Rules of the Road manual (Public Domain under Article 13 §2 of Japan's Copyright Act).
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