What should you do if you have to ride in foggy weather?
- A Stay close to the centre of the road
- B Switch on only your sidelights
- C Switch on your dipped headlights
- D Ride in the gutter so you can see the kerb
Why this is the answer
Only travel in fog if your journey is absolutely necessary. Fog is often patchy and visibility can reduce suddenly, without warning, so use your dipped headlights to help others to see you in these difficult conditions.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- Stay close to the centre of the road — The centre of the road in fog is where oncoming traffic will be.
- B
- Switch on only your sidelights — Sidelights are far too dim to be seen in fog or to light the road.
- D
- Ride in the gutter so you can see the kerb — The gutter is where the surface is worst, and the kerb is not a safe thing to steer by.
Where this comes from
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
Where this question comes from
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