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California Class C Permit Practice Test
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If a trip through heavy fog cannot be postponed, which headlights should a driver use?
Blue car A is centered in its eastbound lane on a two-way road in fog. No headlight choice or glare explanation appears.
Correct answer: Low-beam headlights.
Why
In fog or smoke, use low beams, slow down, increase following distance, and be prepared to stop within the visible area.
Verified against California Driver's Handbook · Fog or heavy smoke · p. 70
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