You're in a built-up area at night and the road is well lit. Why should you use dipped headlights?
- A So that you can see further along the road
- B So that you can go at a much faster speed
- C So that you can switch to main beam quickly
- D So that you can be easily seen by others
Why this is the answer
You may be difficult to see when you’re travelling at night, even on a well-lit road. If you use dipped headlights rather than sidelights, other road users should be able to see you more easily.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- So that you can see further along the road — The street lights are already doing that for you.
- B
- So that you can go at a much faster speed — Your lights do not change the speed limit.
- C
- So that you can switch to main beam quickly — Full beam has no place in a lit built-up street.
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