Revision question · Alertness

What should you do if you're riding at night and are dazzled by the headlights of an oncoming car?

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Slow down or stop

Close your eyes

Flash your headlights

Turn your head away

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Slow down or stopThis was the right answer

If you're dazzled by the headlights of an approaching vehicle, slow down or stop until your eyes have adjusted. A dirty or scratched visor could make the dazzle worse and further impair your vision.

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Rule 115Highway Code rule · Slow down or stop when dazzled; do not retaliate with main beam.

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