Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

You're driving at night on an unlit road. What should you do if you're following a slower-moving vehicle?

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Flash your headlights

Use dipped headlights

Switch off your headlights

Use full-beam headlights

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If you follow another vehicle with your headlights on full beam, they could dazzle the driver. Leave a safe distance and ensure that the light from your dipped beam falls short of the vehicle in front.

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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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