Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

Which of the following is mentioned in the Rules of the Road as assistance that people nearby can provide when an elderly person with mobility difficulties is trying to cross the road?

[Multiple choice · Easy]

Answer: B: Lend a hand or signal

Explanation

The Rules of the Road explicitly states that "people nearby should lend a hand or signal to help them cross safely." The other options are not mentioned in the text.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians

Momoka
Momoka
Should we stop traffic for them so they can cross safely?
Hikari
Hikari
The Rules actually say to lend a hand or signal to help them cross. That's the correct option.
Momoka
Momoka
So it's more about direct help, not directing traffic?
Hikari
Hikari
Exactly. It's hands-on support or a friendly signal, keeping it simple and safe.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第10節 高齢者の安全) · そばにいる人は、手を貸したり、合図をしたりして安全に横断できるようにしてあげましよう。

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Source content excerpted from the NPA “Rules of the Road” instructional manual, in the public domain under Japanese Copyright Act Article 13(2). Explanations are AI-assisted and copyrighted by the MenkyoQuest editorial team.