Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

You're driving on a clear night, on a road where the national speed limit applies. Which lights should you use if there's a steady stream of oncoming traffic?

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Full-beam headlights

Sidelights

Dipped headlights

Fog lights

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Dipped headlightsThis was the right answer

When driving at night, you should use your headlights to help you to see clearly. If the road ahead is clear, your full beam will light up the road some way ahead. If there's oncoming traffic, or you're following another vehicle, you should switch to dipped beam as this will reduce the risk of dazzling the other drivers.

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Rule 113Highway Code rule · Dip before dazzling another driver, reduce speed progressively when dazzled and confirm the road is clear before a night overtake.Rule 114Highway Code rule · Dip before dazzling another driver, reduce speed progressively when dazzled and confirm the road is clear before a night overtake.

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