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Which type of glasses should not be worn when driving at night?

Why this is the answer

If you're driving at night or in poor visibility, tinted lenses will make everything appear darker. This will make it more difficult for you to see in what are already difficult conditions.

Why the other answers don't fit

A
Half-moon — The shape of the frame is not the problem; how much light gets through is.
B
Varifocal — Varifocal lenses are clear and may be worn at night.
C
Bifocal — Bifocals are also clear; it is tint that cuts the light.

Where this comes from

  • Driving: the essential skills — section 13
  • The Highway Code — rule 94

Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.

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Asked in: Driving Instructor (ADI Part 1)

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