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Japan Semi-Medium Theory Practice Questions - Japan Driving Theory Test - Semi-Medium Vehicle Licence Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
On ordinary roads in Japan, which side of the road must a semi-medium vehicle normally use?
Choose one answer below.
A
The left side
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B
The right side
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C
Either side if the vehicle is loaded
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D
The center of the road whenever possible
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Which vehicle scope best describes the Japan semi-medium vehicle category?
Choose one answer below.
A
Gross vehicle weight under 3,500 kg and maximum payload under 2,000 kg
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B
Gross vehicle weight under 7,500 kg, maximum payload under 4,500 kg, and up to 10 passengers
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C
Gross vehicle weight under 11,000 kg and up to 29 passengers
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D
Any truck if it is used only for local delivery
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What is the maximum passenger capacity for a vehicle driven under a semi-medium licence?
Choose one answer below.
A
Up to 5 people
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B
Up to 10 people
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C
Up to 15 people
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D
Up to 29 people
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QUESTION 4 / 25
What is the maximum payload threshold for a semi-medium vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Under 2,000 kg
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B
Under 3,000 kg
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C
Under 4,500 kg
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D
Under 6,500 kg
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QUESTION 5 / 25
What minimum age is associated with obtaining a semi-medium licence in Japan?
Choose one answer below.
A
16 years old
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B
18 years old
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C
20 years old
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D
21 years old
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QUESTION 6 / 25
Which aptitude checks are specifically important for semi-medium licence applicants because of truck size and driving demands?
Choose one answer below.
A
Color of the vehicle and fuel type
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B
Visual acuity and depth perception
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C
Cargo company name and delivery route
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D
Engine displacement and radio operation
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Before driving a semi-medium delivery truck, which document should you check to confirm registered payload and seating capacity?
Choose one answer below.
A
The vehicle inspection certificate
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B
A fuel receipt
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C
A parking ticket
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D
The driver's personal study notes
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QUESTION 8 / 25
Tokyo MPD foreign-language guidance says first-class written exams are available in how many languages?
Choose one answer below.
A
5 languages
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B
10 languages
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C
20 languages
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D
Only Japanese
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QUESTION 9 / 25
What must you do at a stop sign in Japan?
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down only if another vehicle is visible
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B
Come to a complete stop and check left and right
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C
Honk once and continue
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D
Stop only when turning right
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QUESTION 10 / 25
At a red traffic light in Japan, what is the basic rule for vehicles?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop
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B
Proceed if the road looks clear
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C
Turn left without stopping
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D
Proceed only if driving a delivery vehicle
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QUESTION 11 / 25
If a green arrow is lit while the main signal is red, what may you do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Proceed only in the direction indicated by the arrow
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B
Proceed in any direction after honking
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C
Ignore the arrow because the main signal is red
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D
Make a U-turn anywhere
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What does a Japanese slow sign require?
Choose one answer below.
A
Drive at a speed that allows you to stop immediately
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B
Drive exactly 30 km/h
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C
Use the horn before every intersection
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D
Stop for at least 10 seconds
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QUESTION 13 / 25
When passing another vehicle, what does a solid yellow center or lane line mean?
Choose one answer below.
A
You must not cross it to pass
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B
You may cross it if your truck is empty
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C
You may cross it when the other driver is slow
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D
It marks a recommended passing lane
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What does a one-way street sign require?
Choose one answer below.
A
Proceed only in the direction indicated by the arrow
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B
Use both sides of the road equally
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C
Reverse if no traffic is coming
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D
Drive in the direction most convenient for delivery
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What does a no-entry sign mean for a semi-medium delivery truck?
Choose one answer below.
A
Do not enter from that direction
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B
Enter slowly if making a delivery
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C
Enter only with hazard lights on
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D
Enter if the truck is under 7,500 kg gross weight
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What is the safest response when you approach a pedestrian crossing and a pedestrian is about to cross?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop and give way
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B
Speed up to clear the crossing first
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C
Honk so the pedestrian waits
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D
Pass behind the pedestrian without slowing
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QUESTION 17 / 25
What must you do before crossing a railroad crossing in Japan?
Choose one answer below.
A
Come to a complete stop and check carefully for trains
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B
Slow only if the alarm is sounding
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C
Follow the vehicle ahead without stopping
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D
Stop only at night
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QUESTION 18 / 25
If a traffic accident occurs, what number should be used to report it to the police in Japan?
Choose one answer below.
A
110
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B
119
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C
911
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D
999
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QUESTION 19 / 25
If someone is injured in a traffic accident, what should a driver do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Provide first aid, request an ambulance by calling 119, and report to police by calling 110
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B
Move all vehicles and leave if traffic can pass
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C
Wait for the cargo owner before calling anyone
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D
Only exchange names if the injury looks minor
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What is the rule about drinking alcohol before driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Do not drive any vehicle after drinking alcohol
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B
Drive if you feel normal after one drink
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C
Drive only on local roads after drinking
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D
Drink coffee first and then drive
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QUESTION 21 / 25
While driving, what is the correct rule for using a mobile phone?
Choose one answer below.
A
Do not talk on it or look at the screen except in emergencies
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B
Use it only below 30 km/h
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C
Use it if both hands return to the wheel quickly
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D
Use it whenever navigation is difficult
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What should a semi-medium driver do when approaching a school-zone warning sign?
Choose one answer below.
A
Expect children nearby and reduce speed as needed
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B
Maintain speed because the sign is only for pedestrians
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C
Move to the right side of the road
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D
Use the horn continuously
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QUESTION 23 / 25
When turning right at an intersection, which traffic generally has priority over your turning vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Oncoming vehicles going straight or turning left
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B
Only vehicles behind you
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C
Only parked vehicles
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D
No one, because right turns have priority
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QUESTION 24 / 25
What should you do while waiting to turn right for pedestrians or oncoming vehicles?
Choose one answer below.
A
Keep the turn signal on and wait
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B
Cancel the turn signal until moving
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C
Flash headlights to force priority
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D
Turn halfway and block the crosswalk
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QUESTION 25 / 25
For a delivery truck, why should cargo be secured before departure?
Choose one answer below.
A
To prevent cargo from shifting, falling, or affecting vehicle control
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B
Only to keep the cargo clean
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C
Only to make unloading faster
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D
Because unsecured cargo improves braking
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