You are driving at night and another vehicle is approaching. Your head lamps:
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Should be off. Use your parking lights.
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Should be on high beam.
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Should be on low beam.
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May be on either high or low beam.
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Explanation
High beam headlights can dazzle or blind the drivers of oncoming vehicles, making it difficult for them to see the road ahead. By switching to low beam headlights when approaching or following other vehicles, you reduce the risk of causing temporary blindness to the other driver.
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