Ch. 5 · Driving Method

When reversing a vehicle, you must signal either by turning on the reverse lights or by extending your arm out of the vehicle and moving your palm facing backward.

[True / False · Medium]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

This statement is correct. The Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 5, specifies that when reversing, you must signal by turning on the reverse lights or by extending your arm out of the vehicle and moving your palm facing backward. Proper signals are required when changing lanes, making a U-turn, reversing, and similar maneuvers.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers

Hikari
Hikari
Don't most cars just use reverse lights automatically? Why would anyone stick their arm out?
Misaki
Misaki
You're right that reverse lights are standard, but the hand signal is an alternative if your lights fail. The statement is true—both methods are valid.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh, so it's like a backup option if the lights are broken?
Misaki
Misaki
Exactly. The law covers both so you can always signal safely, no matter what.

Source: Ch. 5 Driving Method · Section (第５節 進路変更など) · 第５節 進路変更など

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