Karimen exam no 1

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Question 1. Even if a vehicle attempting to execute a right turn has entered the intersection first, they must not obstruct the progress of oncoming traffic proceeding straight through, and/or vehicles making left turns.

Question 2. If there is a person crossing a pedestrian crossing, and he or she stops when a vehicle approaches, the vehicle may continue to proceed as before.

Question 3. A sign as shown in the figure indicates that it is prohibited to proceed in the direction of the arrow.

Question 4. A lamp being moved side-to-side by a police officer as shown in the figure has the same meaning as the red light of a traffic signal for traffic proceeding in the direction of the arrows.

Question 5. When executing a right turn at an intersection where a traffic sign as shown in the figure is displayed, general mopeds must initially approach from as close to the center of the road as possible (excluding one-way streets) and execute a right turn immediately inside the center point of the intersection.

Question 6. Even when proceeding on a one-way street, vehicles may not drive on the right hand side of the road.

Question 7. It is important for drivers not to be selfish, but to have a give-and-take spirit, to consider others, and respect pedestrians and/or other drivers.

Question 8. A pavement marking as shown in the figure designates a “no stopping zone.”

Question 9. A driver must start the vehicle immediately after a traffic signal turns green, because the green signal designates “must proceed.”

Question 10. At an uncontrolled intersection with poor visibility to the left or right, vehicles with right of way must slow down, even when proceeding.

Question 11. It is not necessary for a driver to signal when slowing down or coming to a stop, because there are no ways to signal these movements.

Question 12. The traffic sign and pavement marking shown in the figure have the same meaning.

Question 13. “Braking distance” means the distance from the point at which the driver detects danger to the point at which the driver depresses the brake pedal and the brakes start to operate.

Question 14. In the situation shown in the figure, when traffic signal A at the intersection is green, vehicles proceeding in the direction indicated by the arrow may execute a left turn even if traffic signal B is red.

Question 15. When a vehicle may be forced to stop in an intersection due to congestion and may obstruct the flow of cross traffic, the vehicle must not enter the intersection, even if the signal is green.

Question 16. When a driver passes people with a white or yellow cane, unattended children, senior citizens or others with difficulty walking, he or she may continue to proceed while warning these people by sounding the vehicle’s horn.

Question 17. The designated maximum speed on general roads is 60 km/h for automobiles and 30 km/h for general mopeds.

Question 18. Overtaking or passing automobiles or general mopeds is prohibited at pedestrian crossings or bicycle crossings or within 30 meters before one.

Question 19. A driver must wear a seatbelt and make sure that passengers wear one too, because seatbelts can substantially reduce the risk of injuries in the event of a traffic accident.

Question 20. A hand signal as shown in the figure, with the arm extended diagonally downward from the vehicle, is used to indicate that the vehicle is reversing.

Question 21. Before changing lanes, drivers must signal after checking the rear view mirror to ensure safety to the rear.

Question 22. Vehicles may execute a left turn from a vehicular lane where there is a pavement marking as shown in the figure.

Question 23. When a traffic signal for cross traffic turns red at an intersection, the traffic signal ahead is always green.

Question 24. Automobiles and general mopeds may proceed on the side strip when the road is congested.

Question 25. The arrow shown in the figure indicates the correct way to execute a right turn.

Question 26. When passing near a pedestrian a driver must leave a safe, wide berth between the vehicle and the pedestrian or slow down.

Question 27. A traffic sign as shown in the figure designates either a pedestrian crossing or bicycle crossing.

Question 28. A vehicle must stop if a pedestrian is crossing a pedestrian crossing. It can, however, continue to proceed at a low speed when a pedestrian is about to cross.

Question 29. When overtaking, a vehicle should pass on the right side of the vehicle ahead, unless the vehicle ahead is in the center of the road in order to make a right turn.

Question 30. On a road where the roadway and sidewalks are separated, vehicles must, in principle, proceed on the roadway. However, vehicles may proceed on sidewalks when entering or leaving roadside locations.

Question 31. Overtaking is prohibited at a railway crossing or within 30 meters before one.

Question 32. Regular motor vehicles can proceed straight through, and execute a left or right turn at an intersection where a traffic sign as shown in the figure is displayed.

Question 33. The term “wheelbase differential” refers to the differential that is generated by rear wheels following a path outside the front wheels’ turning arc when a vehicle executes a turn.

Question 34. Vehicles must proceed very carefully on roads where a traffic sign as shown in the figure is displayed, because there is a danger of strong side winds that may make steering difficult.

Question 35. When there are pedestrians or cyclists ahead, drivers must be prepared to turn the steering wheel to avoid colliding with them in case they behave in an unexpected manner.

Question 36. When beginning to overtake a vehicle ahead, in order to finish within a short distance, move as close as possible to the vehicle and then change lanes.

Question 37. A driver may proceed while decelerating the vehicle’s speed from 50 km/h to 20 km/h on a road where a traffic sign as shown in the figure is displayed.

Question 38. If an emergency vehicle is approaching a location that is not an intersection or near an intersection, vehicles proceeding towards that location must move to the left side of the road and come to a stop in order to give way to the emergency vehicle.

Question 39. Drivers must not attempt to overtake when it will not be possible to re-enter the left-hand lane without obstructing the progress of the vehicle ahead.

Question 40. Overtaking general mopeds is permitted, even where overtaking other vehicles is prohibited.

Question 41. A driver must start signaling about three seconds before intending to change lanes while proceeding in the same direction.

Question 42. In correct driving posture, the knees are slightly bent when depressing the clutch pedal and the elbows are slightly bent when holding the steering wheel.

Question 43. When making a left turn, a vehicle must initially approach the intersection as close to the left edge of the road as possible and pass around the curb of the intersection while slowing down.

Question 44. Those who do not hold a driver’s license must not drive automobiles or general mopeds on the road, even for a very short distance.

Question 45. When vehicular lanes are designated by a yellow line, vehicles must not cross the line, even when making a left or right turn.

Question 46. Using a mobile phone or looking at the screen of a car navigation system while driving does not affect a drivers’ attention, and may not result in overlooking possible dangers or an accident.

Question 47. It is advisable for automobiles to proceed at the maximum speed limit in order to make traffic flow smoothly.

Question 48. At a railway crossing without traffic signals, drivers must bring the vehicle to a complete stop, open a window, and perform a visual and aural check to ensure safety.

Question 49. When a vehicle is driven on a learner’s permit for practice, a “learner driver” sign must be displayed in the designated positions on either the front or rear of the vehicle.

Question 50. A traffic sign as shown in the figure designates a road that is closed to regular passenger vehicles, large-size motorcycles and regular motorcycles only.