Practice question

When driving at night, what should you do if you are approached by an oncoming vehicle with bright headlights?

  1. Stare directly at the headlights
  2. Dim your headlights
  3. Look to the right edge of the road until the vehicle passes
  4. Speed up to pass quickly

Answer: C — Look to the right edge of the road until the vehicle passes

When driving at night and encountering an oncoming vehicle with bright headlights, it is advisable to look to the right edge of the road until the vehicle passes. This approach helps you maintain your focus without being blinded by the glare of the bright headlights. Staring directly at the headlights can impair your vision and make it difficult to see the road ahead or other potential hazards. Dimming your headlights is helpful when you are the one approaching other vehicles, but it does not resolve the issue of being temporarily blinded by oncoming bright lights. Speeding up to pass quickly is not a safe solution, as it can lead to loss of control or increase the likelihood of an accident. By focusing on the right edge of the road, you can safely navigate while waiting for the oncoming vehicle to pass.

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