Ch. 5 · Driving Method

Excluding one-way roads, which of the following is the correct method when turning right to exit the road?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: B: Move as close as possible in advance to the center of the road and slow down to a stop-ready speed

Explanation

Section 3 "Crossing, etc. (3)" of the Rules of the Road states: "When turning right to exit the road, you must move as close as possible in advance to the center of the road (on a one-way road, to the right edge) and slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō)." On a regular road that is not one-way, you move to the center.

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

Hikari
Hikari
Right turn, so move to the right edge, yeah?
Misaki
Misaki
Common mistake. On a regular two-way road, you move to the center, not the right edge—and slow to stop-ready speed.
Hikari
Hikari
Wait, center? I thought right meant right side!
Misaki
Misaki
Right turn means center positioning on normal roads. Only on one-way streets do you hug the right edge.

Source: Ch. 5 Driving Method · Section (第5節 進路変更など) · 3 横断など(3)

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