# MenkyoQuest — Ch. 3 Bikes & E-Mobility (full chapter)

> Correct riding of bicycles and e-mobility (special small motorized bicycles, including electric kick scooters) — practice questions reflecting the latest Japanese Road Traffic Act revisions.

## Chapter metadata

- Number: Chapter 3
- Japanese title: 第３章 特定小型原動機付自転車や自転車に乗る人の心得
- English subtitle: Bikes & Mopeds
- Total questions: 34
- Format split: 25 true/false + 9 multiple-choice
- Difficulty split: easy 12 / medium 16 / hard 6

## All questions

### 第１節 特定小型原動機付自転車の正しい乗り方

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** You may ride a specified small motorized bicycle after drinking alcohol or when extremely fatigued, as long as you ride carefully.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 1(1) clearly prohibits riding "when you have consumed alcohol or are extremely fatigued." Riding is not permitted even with caution.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 特定小型原動機付自転車に乗るに当たつての心得（１）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q001 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q001.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** You must not lend a specified small motorized bicycle to anyone under 18 years old.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 1(4) states "you must not lend a specified small motorized bicycle to anyone under 16 years old." The prohibition applies to those under 16, not under 18.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 特定小型原動機付自転車に乗るに当たつての心得（４）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q002 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q002.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When riding a specified small motorized bicycle, you must not carry a passenger.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 1(3) clearly prohibits carrying passengers. Riding two-up on a specified small motorized bicycle is not permitted.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 特定小型原動機付自転車に乗るに当たつての心得（３）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q003 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q003.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_04 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When riding a specified small motorized bicycle, you must make an effort to wear a helmet.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Wearing a helmet on a specified small motorized bicycle is a best-effort obligation (努力義務) under the Road Traffic Act. The statement's wording "must make an effort to wear a helmet" is therefore correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 特定小型原動機付自転車に乗るに当たつての心得（８）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q004 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q004.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_05 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** For specified small motorized bicycles, enrolling in compulsory automobile liability insurance is desirable but not mandatory.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 1(11) states "you must enroll a specified small motorized bicycle in compulsory automobile liability insurance (jibaiseki hoken) or liability mutual aid." Enrollment is mandatory.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 特定小型原動機付自転車に乗るに当たつての心得（11）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q005 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q005.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_06 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** The standards for a specified small motorized bicycle are that the body length must not exceed 180 centimeters and the width must not exceed 60 centimeters.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 2(1) states "the length must not exceed 190 centimeters and the width must not exceed 60 centimeters." The length standard is 190 centimeters, not 180 centimeters.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ２ 特定小型原動機付自転車の大きさ等の基準（１）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q006 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q006.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_07 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** One of the standards for a specified small motorized bicycle is that it must be unable to exceed a speed of 20 kilometers per hour.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 2(3) clearly states "it must be unable to exceed a speed of 20 kilometers per hour." This is one of the standards for specified small motorized bicycles.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ２ 特定小型原動機付自転車の大きさ等の基準（３）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q007 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q007.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_08 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which is the correct stopping method for a specified small motorized bicycle?
**Options:**
  A. After confirming safety, give a stopping signal, apply the front brake first, and stop at the right edge of the road
  B. After confirming safety, give a stopping signal, apply the rear brake first, and stop at the left edge of the road
  C. No stopping signal is needed; apply the front and rear brakes simultaneously and stop at the left edge of the road
  D. Give a stopping signal, apply the front brake hard to stop suddenly, and pull over to the left edge of the road
**Correct:** B. After confirming safety, give a stopping signal, apply the rear brake first, and stop at the left edge of the road
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 4(4) states "after confirming safety, give a stopping signal early, apply the rear brake gently first to sufficiently reduce speed, stop along the left edge of the road, and dismount on the left side."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ４ 特定小型原動機付自転車の正しい乗り方（４）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q008 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q008.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_09 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following is NOT listed in the Rules of the Road as an inspection item for specified small motorized bicycles?
**Options:**
  A. Is the brake play and effectiveness sufficient?
  B. Is the tire pressure appropriate?
  C. Is the engine oil level appropriate?
  D. Do all lights function properly?
**Correct:** C. Is the engine oil level appropriate?
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 3 lists inspections for brakes, wheels, tire pressure, handlebars, and lights. However, because specified small motorized bicycles use electric motors, engine oil inspection is not included.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ３ 特定小型原動機付自転車の点検
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q009 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q009.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第１節 特_10 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which statement about operating a specified small motorized bicycle is correct?
**Options:**
  A. Holding an umbrella while riding is prohibited, but securing it to the specified small motorized bicycle is always acceptable
  B. One-handed riding is permitted for short periods
  C. When making a right or left turn, you must signal as early as possible
  D. When starting, checking left and right is sufficient; checking behind is not necessary
**Correct:** C. When making a right or left turn, you must signal as early as possible
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 1, 4(2) states "when making a right or left turn, signal as early as possible." Note that securing an umbrella may also be dangerous in some cases, one-handed riding is prohibited, and when starting you must check both behind and ahead.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ４ 特定小型原動機付自転車の正しい乗り方（２）、１（５）（７）、４（１）（３）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q010 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q010.txt))

### 第２節 自転車の正しい乗り方

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When riding a bicycle, even if you have been drinking alcohol or are extremely tired, you may ride as long as you are careful.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 1(1) clearly states: "Do not ride when you have been drinking alcohol or are extremely tired." You must not ride even if you pay careful attention while riding.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 自転車に乗るに当たつての心得 (１) 酒を飲んだときや疲れが激しいときは、乗つてはいけません。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q011 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q011.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** A bicycle's brakes are acceptable if they can stop the bicycle within 5 meters after applying the brakes at a speed of 10 km/h.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 2(6) states: "Both front and rear brakes must work well (can the bicycle stop within 3 meters after applying the brakes at a speed of 10 km/h?)." The correct distance is within 3 meters, not 5 meters.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ２ 自転車の点検 (６) ブレーキは、前・後輪ともよく効くか(時速10キロメートルのとき、ブレーキを掛けてから３メートル以内で止まれるか。)。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q012 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q012.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Even in areas with light traffic, except when carrying a young child in a child seat, riding two people on a bicycle is dangerous and should be avoided.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 1(4) clearly states: "Even in areas with light traffic, riding two people on a bicycle is dangerous, so do not do it. However, carrying a young child in a child seat is an exception." The question matches this content.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 自転車に乗るに当たつての心得 (４) 交通量の少ない場所でも二人乗りは危険ですからやめましよう。ただし、幼児用の座席に幼児を乗せているときは別です。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q013 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q013.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_04 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which of the following is a correct requirement for an ordinary bicycle?
**Options:**
  A. The length must not exceed 180 centimeters and the width must not exceed 60 centimeters
  B. The length must not exceed 190 centimeters and the width must not exceed 60 centimeters
  C. The length must not exceed 190 centimeters and the width must not exceed 70 centimeters
  D. The length must not exceed 200 centimeters and the width must not exceed 60 centimeters
**Correct:** B. The length must not exceed 190 centimeters and the width must not exceed 60 centimeters
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 3(2) clearly states: "The length must not exceed 190 centimeters and the width must not exceed 60 centimeters." The correct dimensions are length 190 cm and width 60 cm.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ３ 普通自転車の確認 (２) 長さは190センチメートル、幅は60センチメートルをそれぞれ超えないこと。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q014 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q014.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_05 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** The standard for checking a bicycle's headlight is whether it clearly illuminates 5 meters ahead.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 2(8) states: "The headlight must be bright (can it clearly illuminate 10 meters ahead?)." The correct standard is 10 meters ahead, not 5 meters.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ２ 自転車の点検 (８) 前照灯は、明るいか(10メートル前方がよく見えるか。)。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q015 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q015.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_06 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When riding a bicycle, you should wear a bicycle helmet, use one with a safety mark such as the SG mark, and wear it properly by securely fastening the chin strap.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 1(8) states: "When riding a bicycle, wear a bicycle helmet. Make an effort to use a helmet with a safety mark such as the SG mark, and wear it properly by securely fastening the chin strap." The question matches this content.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 自転車に乗るに当たつての心得 (８) 自転車に乗るときは、乗車用ヘルメットをかぶりましよう。乗車用ヘルメットは、努めてSGマークなどの安全性を示すマークの付いたものを使い、あごひもを確実に締めるなど正しく着用しましよう。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q016 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q016.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_07 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following is the proper procedure for stopping a bicycle?
**Options:**
  A. After confirming safety, give a stopping signal, apply the front brake, and stop along the right edge of the road
  B. After confirming safety, give a stopping signal, apply the rear brake, stop along the left edge of the road, and dismount on the left side
  C. After confirming safety, give a stopping signal, apply the front brake, stop along the left edge of the road, and dismount on the right side
  D. After confirming safety, give a stopping signal, apply the rear brake, stop along the right edge of the road, and dismount on the right side
**Correct:** B. After confirming safety, give a stopping signal, apply the rear brake, stop along the left edge of the road, and dismount on the left side
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 4(5) states: "When stopping, after confirming safety, give a stopping signal early, first gently apply the rear brake to sufficiently reduce speed, stop along the left edge of the road, and dismount on the left side."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ４ 自転車の正しい乗り方 (５) 停止するときは、安全を確かめた後、早めに停止の合図を行い、まず静かに後輪ブレーキを掛けて十分速度を落としながら道路の左端に沿つて停止し、左側に降りましよう。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q017 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q017.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_08 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Riding a bicycle while holding an umbrella or carrying objects in your hand or on the handlebars, or riding while leading animals such as dogs, is dangerous.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 1(5) clearly states: "Do not ride while holding an umbrella or carrying objects in your hand or on the handlebars. Riding a bicycle while leading animals such as dogs is also dangerous." The question matches this content.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 自転車に乗るに当たつての心得 (５) 傘を差したり、物を手やハンドルに提げたりして乗るのはやめましよう。犬などの動物を引きながら自転車に乗るのも危険です。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q018 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q018.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_09 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** An ordinary bicycle is a bicycle with three or fewer wheels that does not exceed 190 centimeters in length and 60 centimeters in width, has no sidecar, has one riding position, has brakes that can be easily operated while riding, has no sharp protrusions, and is not towing another vehicle.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 3(1) states: "It must be a bicycle with four or fewer wheels." The question states "three or fewer wheels," but the correct requirement is "four or fewer wheels." All other requirements are correctly stated.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** ３ 普通自転車の確認 (１) 四輪以下の自転車であること。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q019 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q019.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第２節 自_10 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following statements about bicycle traffic accidents is correct?
**Options:**
  A. Because bicycles are light vehicles, riders are not subject to liability for damages
  B. Even in bicycle traffic accidents, riders may face substantial liability for damages, so obtain insurance to cover damages
  C. Because bicycle traffic accidents result in minor damage, there is no need to obtain insurance
  D. Because many bicycle riders are minors, they do not bear liability for damages
**Correct:** B. Even in bicycle traffic accidents, riders may face substantial liability for damages, so obtain insurance to cover damages
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 2, 1(11) clearly states: "Even in bicycle traffic accidents, bicycle riders may face substantial liability for damages, so make sure to obtain insurance to cover damages incurred."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** １ 自転車に乗るに当たつての心得 (11) 自転車による交通事故でも、自転車の運転者に多額の損害賠償責任が生じるおそれがありますので、生じた損害を賠償するための保険等に加入するようにしましよう。
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### 第３節 安全な通行

#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** As a rule, specified small motorized bicycles and bicycles must travel on the roadway on roads where the sidewalk and roadway are separated.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 3, Section 3, 1(1) clearly states: "As a rule, specified small motorized bicycles and bicycles must travel on the roadway on roads where the sidewalk and roadway are separated." This is the basic rule.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 1 特定小型原動機付自転車や自転車の通るところ(1)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q021 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q021.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Specified small motorized bicycles (tokureigata) can travel in roadside strips marked with double white lines.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 1(3) stipulates: "Specified small motorized bicycles (tokureigata) and bicycles may travel in roadside strips provided on the left side of the road from the center. However, they may not travel where they would significantly obstruct pedestrian traffic or where double white lines are marked."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 1(3) 特例特定小型原動機付自転車と自転車の路側帯通行
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q022 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q022.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_03 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following is correct as a case when an ordinary bicycle may travel on the sidewalk?
**Options:**
  A. When a child under 15 years old is operating it
  B. When a person aged 60 or older is operating it
  C. When a child under 13 years old is operating it
  D. When a child under 18 years old is operating it
**Correct:** C. When a child under 13 years old is operating it
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 1(5)(i) specifies that sidewalk travel is permitted "when a child under 13 years old, a person aged 70 or older, or a person with physical disabilities is operating an ordinary bicycle." Under 13 years old is the correct age requirement.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 1(5)イ 普通自転車の歩道通行が認められる場合
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#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_04 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When a bicycle is about to cross a road, if there is a bicycle crossing nearby, it must use that bicycle crossing.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 1(6) clearly states: "When a bicycle is about to cross a road, if there is a bicycle crossing nearby, it must use that bicycle crossing." The use of bicycle crossings is mandatory.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 1(6) 自転車横断帯の通行義務
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#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_05 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** When vehicles are stopped in front of an intersection or railroad crossing, specified small motorized bicycles and bicycles are permitted to cut in front of them or weave between vehicles to move forward if safety can be confirmed.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 2(4) clearly prohibits this: "When vehicles are stopped or moving slowly in front of an intersection or railroad crossing, you must not cut in front of them or weave between these vehicles to move forward." This is not permitted even conditionally.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 2(4) 停止車両への割り込み禁止
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#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_06 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** At railroad crossings, you must dismount and push your specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle across.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 2(6) states: "At railroad crossings, you must come to a stop and confirm safety. At railroad crossings, you should push your specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle across." Pushing across is a recommendation ("should"), not an obligation.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 2(6) 踏切での通行方法
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q026 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch3_q026.txt))

#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_07 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following is correct regarding the speed at which specified small motorized bicycles (tokureigata) and ordinary bicycles should travel on sidewalks?
**Options:**
  A. You must always travel at 10 km/h or less
  B. You must travel at a slow speed such that you can stop immediately (jokō). However, when traveling in a section designated by white lines and bicycle markings and there are no pedestrians, you may travel at a safe speed appropriate to the sidewalk conditions
  C. You must travel at 6 km/h or less
  D. You must travel at the same speed as pedestrians
**Correct:** B. You must travel at a slow speed such that you can stop immediately (jokō). However, when traveling in a section designated by white lines and bicycle markings and there are no pedestrians, you may travel at a safe speed appropriate to the sidewalk conditions
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 2(8)(a) stipulates: "Travel at a slow speed such that you can stop immediately (jokō). However, on sidewalks with a section designated by white lines and bicycle markings, if there are no pedestrians using or about to use that section, you may travel at a safe speed appropriate to the sidewalk conditions."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 2(8)ア 歩道通行時の速度
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#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_08 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** At intersections controlled by traffic lights, even when motor vehicles are permitted to turn right on a green arrow signal, specified small motorized bicycles and bicycles may not proceed.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 3(3)(i)(a) clearly states: "Even when the light is red or yellow, motor vehicles and general mopeds may be able to turn right on a green arrow signal, but specified small motorized bicycles and bicycles may not proceed in this case."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 3(3)イ(ア) 交差点での右折方法と矢印信号
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#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_09 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following is correct regarding the timing for signaling when turning left at an intersection on a bicycle?
**Options:**
  A. When you reach a point 10 meters from the near edge of the intersection
  B. When you reach a point 20 meters from the near edge of the intersection
  C. When you reach a point 30 meters from the near edge of the intersection
  D. When you reach a point 50 meters from the near edge of the intersection
**Correct:** C. When you reach a point 30 meters from the near edge of the intersection
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 3(3)(a) stipulates: "Signal for a left turn when you reach a point 30 meters from the near edge of the intersection." Thirty meters before is the correct timing.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 3(3)ア 左折時の合図
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#### 第３章 特_第３節 安_10 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When a specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle traveling on the roadway approaches a crosswalk, except when it is clear that there are no crossing pedestrians, it must slow down so that it can stop before the crosswalk.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 4(4) clearly states: "When a specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle traveling on the roadway approaches a crosswalk, except when it is clear that there are no crossing pedestrians, it must slow down so that it can stop before the crosswalk."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 4(4) 横断歩道における歩行者保護
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### 第1節 特定小型原動機付自転車の正しい乗り方

#### ch3_trap_01 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When riding a specified small motorized bicycle, riding with a passenger is prohibited in all cases.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Specified small motorized bicycles are prohibited from carrying passengers without exception. In the case of bicycles, riding with a passenger is permitted only when carrying a small child in a child seat, but no such exception exists for specified small motorized bicycles.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.3 §1 (Riding special small motorized bicycles correctly) — Special small motorized bicycles (incl. e-scooters) must meet specific size/speed limits, be ridden by persons aged 16+, with maximum speed 20 km/h on roadways and 6 km/h on certain sidewalks. Two-up riding is prohibited.
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### 第2節 自転車の正しい乗り方

#### ch3_trap_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When riding a bicycle, you must never ride with a passenger in all cases.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Riding with a passenger is prohibited in principle because it is dangerous even in areas with light traffic. However, as an exception, riding with a passenger is permitted when carrying a small child in a child seat.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 1: Driver's mindset
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.3 §2 (Riding bicycles correctly) — Bicycles are vehicles and ride on the roadway, keeping to the left side. Sidewalk riding is permitted only where signed or for children/elderly/disabled riders, and must be slow with priority to pedestrians.
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### 第3節 安全な通行

#### ch3_trap_03 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** A 70-year-old elderly person riding a standard bicycle was traveling on a sidewalk with no sign when a police officer warned them. However, since elderly people aged 70 and over may use sidewalks, this police officer's warning was unjustified.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Trap point: the first half — "riders aged 70+ may use the roadway-side portion of a sidewalk even without a sign" — is correct. But jumping from that to "the officer's warning was unjustified" is wrong. When a police or traffic-directing officer restricts sidewalk use to protect pedestrians, the on-scene instruction takes priority (Road Traffic Act §63-4). A general permission can be overridden by a specific safety instruction.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.3 §3 (Safe travel) — Riders of bicycles and special small motorized bicycles must obey signals, follow traffic-direction signs, slow down or stop at hazardous places, never drink and ride, and use lights at night.
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#### ch3_trap_04 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** The vehicle traffic light showed a green arrow indicating right turns were allowed, so I turned right on my specified small motorized bicycle. Because traffic control was being conducted at the intersection, this action was appropriate.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Even when the signal is red or yellow, automobiles and general mopeds may turn right when a green arrow signal permits it. However, specified small motorized bicycles and bicycles may not proceed in this case. The correct procedure is to go straight to the other side of the intersection and wait until the signal ahead turns green before proceeding.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.3 §3 (Safe travel) — Riders of bicycles and special small motorized bicycles must obey signals, follow traffic-direction signs, slow down or stop at hazardous places, never drink and ride, and use lights at night.
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