Revision question · Hazard awareness

You're about to drive home. What should you do if you feel very tired and have a severe headache?

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Wait until you're fit and well before driving

Drive home, but take a tablet for headaches

Drive home if you can stay awake for the journey

Wait for a short time, then drive home slowly

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Wait until you're fit and well before drivingThis was the right answer

All of your concentration should be on your driving. Any pain you feel will distract you, and you should avoid driving when drowsy. The safest course of action is to wait until you've rested and are feeling better before starting your journey.

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Rule 90Highway Code rule · Illness, severe tiredness or a distracting headache means waiting until fit rather than testing yourself on a quiet road.Rule 91Highway Code rule · Illness, severe tiredness or a distracting headache means waiting until fit rather than testing yourself on a quiet road.

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