Wheelchair user on the left side of the road
Look at the picture, read the situation, and mark each of the three statements true (○) or false (✕). All three right scores 2 points.
A wheelchair user is traveling along the left side of the road (and is treated as a pedestrian). The sidewalk here is narrow or missing; you are in the left lane and will pass on the wheelchair's right. Answer true or false for each of the following.
- (1)A wheelchair is supposed to use the sidewalk, so you pass at the same speed.
- (2)In case the wheelchair suddenly changes its movement, you pass with plenty of space to the side and at reduced speed.
- (3)You sound the horn to make the wheelchair move aside.
Show the answers and explanation
- (1) ✕ FalseA wheelchair is supposed to use the sidewalk, so you pass at the same speed.
- (2) ○ TrueIn case the wheelchair suddenly changes its movement, you pass with plenty of space to the side and at reduced speed.
- (3) ✕ FalseYou sound the horn to make the wheelchair move aside.
Explanation
Under the Road Traffic Act a wheelchair user is treated as a pedestrian, and is singled out for protection (Road Traffic Act, Art. 71, item 2). Pass with plenty of space to the side and at reduced speed (Rules of the Road (kyōsoku), Ch. 5, Sec. 3, 3). Needless use of the horn is prohibited.
Source: Road Traffic Act, Art. 71, item 2 (protecting people with physical disabilities) / Rules of the Road (kyōsoku), Ch. 5, Sec. 3, 3
