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Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Philippines.

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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

251. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Cabin temperature adjustment.
Air recirculation.
Air conditioning.
✓ Airflow direction.

This control selects the direction of the ventilation airflow, such as towards the face, feet or windscreen.

Control for directing cabin ventilation airflow
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What should you do when joining a motorway from an entry lane?

252. What should you do when joining a motorway from an entry lane?

Stop at the end of the entry lane and wait for a large gap.
Force your way into the nearest gap.
✓ Match your speed, check around you, and merge into a safe gap.
Enter at a low speed and let motorway traffic adjust.

Use the entry lane to build a suitable speed, check carefully, signal, and merge only when it is safe.

Vehicle joining a motorway from an entry lane
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What should you normally do before starting an automatic vehicle?

253. What should you normally do before starting an automatic vehicle?

Select D and press the accelerator.
✓ Select P or N and press the brake pedal.
Leave the selector between two positions.
Select R and release the parking brake.

Before starting an automatic vehicle, make sure P (Park) or N (Neutral) is selected and press the brake pedal. Many automatic vehicles will only allow the engine to start when these conditions are met.

Gear selector and brake before starting an automatic vehicle
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Why should you avoid braking hard on a curve?

254. Why should you avoid braking hard on a curve?

It can make the tyres grip the road more strongly.
✓ It can reduce control and increase the risk of skidding.
It can make the vehicle accelerate more slowly afterwards.
It can increase tyre pressure during the turn.

Hard braking on a curve can upset the vehicle's balance and reduce grip. Slow down before the curve and steer smoothly.

Vehicle braking while negotiating a bend
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What should you do if the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

255. What should you do if the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

Switch off the engine while moving to reset the system.
Make sharp steering movements to test the remaining assistance.
Accelerate to make the steering easier.
✓ Hold the wheel firmly, use greater steering effort, and stop safely.

The vehicle can normally still be steered, but much more effort may be required. Reduce speed and arrange an inspection.

Driver coping with a loss of power-steering assistance
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What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

256. What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

Cross as soon as the nearest vehicle starts slowing down.
Rely on the crossing markings to make every vehicle stop.
Check only the lane nearest to you before crossing.
✓ Make sure it is safe to cross.

Even at a pedestrian crossing, make sure approaching drivers have seen you and are able to stop before you cross.

Pedestrian checking traffic before using a crossing
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

257. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Automatic headlights.
✓ Headlight level adjustment.
Main beam.
Instrument-panel brightness.

This control adjusts the vertical aim of the headlights. It can be used to lower the beam when the vehicle is heavily loaded, helping to avoid dazzling other road users.

Control for adjusting the headlight beam height
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What should you do when driving in strong wind?

258. What should you do when driving in strong wind?

✓ Hold the steering wheel firmly and reduce speed if needed.
Increase speed so the vehicle is less affected by gusts.
Use main beam to make your vehicle more visible.
Drive close behind large vehicles for protection from the wind.

Strong wind can affect vehicle control, especially near open areas, bridges, large vehicles, cyclists, and motorcyclists.

Driver controlling a vehicle in strong wind
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Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

259. Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

They make the vehicle use less fuel.
They prevent the windscreen from misting.
They only need to work when you drive at night.
✓ They help you see, be seen, and communicate your intentions.

Dirty or faulty lights reduce visibility and make it harder for other road users to understand when you are braking, turning, reversing, or changing position.

Checking and cleaning a vehicle's exterior lights
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What should you do if a trailer begins to sway?

260. What should you do if a trailer begins to sway?

Steer quickly from side to side.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed smoothly.
Accelerate to pull the trailer straight.
Brake hard as soon as the sway begins.

Sudden steering or braking can worsen trailer sway. Stay calm, hold a steady course, and reduce speed smoothly.

Trailer swaying behind a towing vehicle
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How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

261. How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

They shorten the stopping distance on wet roads.
✓ They increase the risk of aquaplaning.
They reduce the chance of skidding at low speeds.
They clear water from the road more effectively.

Tyre tread helps channel water away and maintain grip. Worn tyres cannot clear water as effectively, increasing stopping distance and the risk of aquaplaning.

Worn tyre tread and wet-road grip
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What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

262. What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

To adjust the seat height.
To release the seat belt from the buckle.
To tighten the parking brake.
✓ To take up slack and lock the belt when necessary.

The seat-belt retractor takes up slack and helps keep the belt properly positioned against the body. It allows normal movement but can lock during sudden braking, rapid belt movement or a collision.

Seat-belt webbing and retracting mechanism
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It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

263. It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

✓ False.
True.

Using your phone while driving is distracting and dangerous, even for a very short moment.

Driver glancing at a phone while driving
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What should you check shortly after securing a load?

264. What should you check shortly after securing a load?

Increase speed briefly to test the restraints.
✓ Stop safely and check that the restraints are still tight.
Loosen the restraints slightly after the load has settled.
Assume the load is secure once the journey has started.

Loads and straps may settle or loosen after the journey begins. Recheck them at a safe stopping place.

Rechecking straps securing a vehicle's load
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Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

265. Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

To prevent windscreen damage.
To make the headlights brighter.
✓ To see the road clearly.
To reduce fuel consumption.

A clean windscreen gives you a clear view of the road, signs, pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles.

Cleaning a windscreen to improve the driver's view
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Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

266. Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

✓ The right foot.
The left foot.
Either foot at the same time.
Both feet together.

In an automatic vehicle, the right foot should normally operate both the brake and accelerator pedals. The left foot should rest on the footrest to reduce the risk of pressing both pedals at the same time.

Right-foot control of an automatic vehicle's pedals
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Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

267. Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

To check whether your brake lights are working.
To check whether the road surface is slippery.
To decide which gear to use while slowing down.
✓ To know what is happening behind you.

Checking your mirrors helps you understand what is happening behind you and anticipate how following traffic may react. In an emergency, do not delay necessary braking.

Driver checking following traffic before braking
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What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

268. What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

✓ Stay calm and increase your safety margin ahead.
Move toward the centre to discourage them from passing.
Reduce the gap ahead so they cannot move into it.
Tap the brakes to make them increase their distance.

If someone follows too closely, avoid sudden actions. Keeping more space in front gives you more time to brake gently if needed. If it is safe, allow the tailgating vehicle to pass.

Following vehicle visible close behind
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Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

269. Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

You can judge your alcohol level by how sober you feel.
The number of drinks matters more than their strength.
✓ Drink strength, serving size, and individual effects can vary.
Food makes each drink count as less alcohol.

Alcohol concentration and serving sizes vary, and factors such as body size, food, medication, and time can affect impairment.

Alcoholic drinks with different strengths and serving sizes
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Why should you avoid keeping the clutch pedal pressed while driving?

270. Why should you avoid keeping the clutch pedal pressed while driving?

It locks the steering.
It applies the parking brake.
✓ It reduces engine braking and vehicle control.
It increases tyre pressure.

Keeping the clutch pedal pressed while the vehicle is moving disconnects the engine from the transmission. This reduces engine braking and can reduce your control of the vehicle.

Clutch held down while a vehicle is moving
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What should you do when roadworks are ahead?

271. What should you do when roadworks are ahead?

Follow the vehicle ahead closely through the work zone.
Ignore temporary signs if permanent signs are still visible.
Use your horn to warn road workers that you are approaching.
✓ Slow down and follow the temporary signs.

Roadworks can create narrow lanes, workers near traffic, uneven surfaces, and temporary rules. Slow down and follow the signs.

Roadworks and temporary traffic signs ahead
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What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

272. What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

Assume a small leak is harmless condensation.
✓ Do not ignore it. Identify the fluid and arrange an inspection if necessary.
Wait until the vehicle develops another problem.
Ignore it if no warning light is showing.

Clear water from air conditioning can be normal, but oil, coolant, fuel, transmission fluid, or brake fluid may indicate a fault requiring urgent attention.

Fluid leaking underneath a parked vehicle
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You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

273. You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

✓ True.
False.

Checking your mirrors helps you see surrounding traffic before moving into another lane.

Driver checking a mirror before changing lanes
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

274. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Windscreen washer.
Rear window demister.
✓ Rear window wiper.
Windscreen wiper.

This symbol controls the rear window wiper. Depending on the vehicle, the same control may also operate the rear-window washer.

Rear-window wiper control and symbol
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Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

275. Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

They can increase the vehicle's braking distance.
They can reduce the brightness of the headlights.
✓ They can hide hazards and reduce the driver's ability to see safely.
They can increase tyre pressure.

The driver must have a clear view of the road and surroundings. Luggage, decorations, or other objects that obstruct the windscreen, windows, or mirrors can hide pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, signs, or other hazards.

Luggage obstructing the driver's view
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Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

276. Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

✓ Their combined effects may impair your ability to drive.
They may interfere with the vehicle's electronics.
They usually make road signs harder to see.
They may make the vehicle use more fuel.

Different medicines can interact or have combined side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or slower reactions. Check the instructions and seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is safe to drive.

Multiple medicines and their potential effects on driving
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Why should you keep a safe distance from cyclists?

277. Why should you keep a safe distance from cyclists?

Bicycles need more stopping distance than cars.
Cyclists cannot signal before changing direction.
Cyclists must move aside whenever a vehicle approaches.
✓ They may need space to avoid obstacles.

Cyclists may need to move around potholes, parked cars, or drains. Giving them enough space helps prevent dangerous situations.

Lateral clearance between a vehicle and a cyclist
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How should cyclists brake on a wet road?

278. How should cyclists brake on a wet road?

Brake normally because wet roads do not affect grip.
✓ Brake earlier and more gradually than usual.
Brake later and more firmly than usual.
Brake sharply once you are close to stopping.

Wet surfaces reduce grip and increase stopping distance. Smooth, early braking helps prevent skidding.

Cyclist braking on a wet road
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Why can bridges and overpasses become icy before nearby roads?

279. Why can bridges and overpasses become icy before nearby roads?

Road salt is less effective on bridges.
Bridges are always at a higher altitude.
✓ Cold air circulates above and below them.
Traffic usually moves faster across bridges.

Bridges lose heat from both their upper and lower surfaces, so they can freeze before roads built directly on the ground.

Icy surface on an exposed bridge
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Which control activates all direction indicators at the same time?

280. Which control activates all direction indicators at the same time?

The rear-window demister.
✓ The hazard warning light switch.
The parking-brake control.
The headlight switch.

The hazard warning light switch activates all direction indicators at the same time to warn other road users of a hazard or emergency.

Hazard warning light switch and triangle symbol
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Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

281. Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

It removes the need to look around before reversing.
It makes mirrors unnecessary when reversing.
✓ It may not show everything around the vehicle.
It guarantees that the path behind is clear.

Reversing cameras can help, but they may have blind spots and limited coverage. Always check your mirrors and surroundings, look around where possible, and reverse slowly.

Reversing-camera display inside a vehicle
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How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

282. How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

On one side of the bicycle to leave the other side clear.
On the rear carrier without securing it for a short trip.
As high as possible to keep it away from the wheels.
✓ Securely, without affecting steering, braking, or balance.

Loose or badly positioned luggage can interfere with control, become caught in the wheels, or hide bicycle lights.

Luggage carried on a bicycle
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What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

283. What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

Follow the normal traffic signs instead.
Follow the vehicle ahead instead of the worker's signal.
✓ Follow the worker's signals and instructions.
Obey only if traffic has completely stopped.

Authorised road workers may control traffic through a work zone. Watch carefully and follow their directions.

Road worker directing traffic
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What should you do if your vehicle begins rolling backward on a steep incline?

284. What should you do if your vehicle begins rolling backward on a steep incline?

Let it roll backwards and try again.
✓ Apply the brake, secure the vehicle, and restart carefully.
Accelerate while continuing to roll backward.
Switch off the engine and restart immediately.

Stop the vehicle under control, apply the parking brake if necessary, and prepare to move away again safely.

Vehicle rolling backwards on a steep incline
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Should motorcyclists wear protective clothing?

285. Should motorcyclists wear protective clothing?

No, protective clothing is only needed in bad weather.
✓ Yes, it can reduce injuries from falls and contact with the road.
Yes, but only when riding on motorways.
No, a helmet provides enough protection on its own.

Motorcyclists should wear protective clothing because it can reduce injuries from falls, impacts and sliding on the road. Suitable jackets, trousers, gloves and boots provide additional protection, but they do not replace a securely fitted helmet or safe riding.

Motorcyclist wearing protective riding clothing
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What should you do if you are unsure who has priority at a junction?

286. What should you do if you are unsure who has priority at a junction?

Check only the direction that normally has priority.
Enter slowly so the other driver has time to react.
Rely on eye contact and enter the junction first.
✓ Slow down and proceed only when it is safe.

If priority is unclear, reduce speed, observe carefully, and avoid entering the junction until you are sure it is safe.

Vehicles approaching a junction with uncertain priority
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Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

287. Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

To make approaching vehicles drive more slowly.
✓ To prevent it from suddenly running into the road.
To allow the dog to walk closer to moving traffic.
To make it easier for drivers to hear the dog.

Dogs can react unpredictably to vehicles, people, noises, or other animals. Keeping a dog under close control on a leash near traffic reduces the risk of it suddenly entering the road and endangering itself or other road users.

Pedestrian keeping a dog on a leash near traffic
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Why should you look well ahead while driving?

288. Why should you look well ahead while driving?

To maintain the same speed in every situation.
To follow the vehicle ahead more closely.
To concentrate only on traffic in your lane.
✓ To identify developing hazards early and gain more time to react.

Looking well ahead helps you identify developing hazards early, such as slowing traffic, pedestrians, junctions, or changing road conditions. Earlier detection gives you more time to assess the situation and respond smoothly and safely.

Driver observing the road and traffic ahead
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What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

289. What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

✓ Slow down and avoid sudden steering or braking.
Steer around loose patches whenever possible.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely in its tyre tracks.
Maintain your speed and avoid using the brakes.

Loose gravel reduces grip and can make the vehicle skid. Slow down and use smooth steering and braking.

Vehicle on a loose gravel road
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What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

290. What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

Hold it in the turned position.
Turn it quickly in the opposite direction.
✓ Guide it smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position.
Release it completely and let it spin freely.

After completing a turn, guide the steering wheel smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position while maintaining control. Do not allow the wheel to spin freely through your hands.

Guiding the steering wheel back after a turn
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Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

291. Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

The trailer always follows the same path as the towing vehicle.
Wide turns prevent the trailer from swaying.
✓ The trailer follows a tighter path than the towing vehicle.
Wider turns reduce the trailer's stopping distance.

Trailer wheels cut closer to the inside of a turn. Allow enough clearance from kerbs, signs, pedestrians, and other vehicles.

Towing vehicle and trailer negotiating a turn
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What should you do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

292. What should you do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

Sound your horn to encourage them to cross faster.
Move forward slowly to show that you are waiting.
Pass as soon as they have cleared your part of the road.
✓ Wait patiently and let them finish crossing.

Some pedestrians may need more time to cross. Stay patient, keep a safe distance, and do not pressure them.

Pedestrian crossing the road slowly
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Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Philippines?

293. Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Philippines?

✓ Black border with yellow background.
Red border with yellow background.
Red border with white background.
Blue border with white background.

Most warning signs in Philippines have a black border with a yellow background.

Colour combinations used for road warning signs
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Why should you reduce speed in residential areas?

294. Why should you reduce speed in residential areas?

Parked vehicles have priority over moving traffic.
Overtaking is prohibited throughout residential areas.
✓ Pedestrians, cyclists, and children may be nearby.
Because residential roads are usually more slippery.

Residential areas often have pedestrians, cyclists, parked vehicles, driveways, and children, and hazards may appear suddenly. Lower speed gives you more time to react and stop safely.

Vehicle travelling through a residential street
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Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

295. Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

It improves braking on steep roads.
✓ It can reduce stability and place excessive strain on the vehicle.
It keeps the trailer more stable in strong winds.
It makes the trailer easier to control.

Overloading can affect braking, steering, tyres, suspension, and trailer stability. Always remain within permitted limits. After loading, check that the load is secure and correctly distributed before starting your journey.

Loaded trailer and towing limits
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

296. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Low washer fluid.
Charging-system warning.
Engine-temperature warning.
✓ Low fuel level.

This symbol indicates that the fuel level is low. Refuel soon to reduce the risk of running out of fuel.

Low-fuel warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do before driving through a puddle?

297. What should you do before driving through a puddle?

✓ Slow down and check that it is safe.
Brake firmly while driving through the water.
Maintain your normal speed if the road looks clear.
Accelerate so you spend less time in the water.

Large puddles can hide holes, reduce grip, or cause water to splash onto pedestrians or other vehicles. Slow down and proceed carefully.

Vehicle approaching a puddle on the road
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What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

298. What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

Place the jack on soft ground to prevent floor damage.
Use any solid-looking part underneath the vehicle.
✓ Use the correct jacking point and never go underneath a vehicle on a jack.
Work underneath if the jack appears stable.

A jack can slip or fail if it is incorrectly positioned. Secure the vehicle and use additional approved supports before working underneath it.

Vehicle raised at a jacking point for a wheel change
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What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

299. What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

Brake sharply as soon as the vehicle enters your lane.
Maintain your speed and expect the other driver to return to their lane.
✓ Slow down and move slightly aside if safe.
Accelerate to pass the danger point more quickly.

If an oncoming vehicle creates danger while overtaking, reduce speed and make space if it is safe to do so. Avoid sudden movements that could create an additional hazard.

Oncoming vehicle overtaking into the driver's lane
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Why should you remove dark sunglasses before entering a tunnel?

300. Why should you remove dark sunglasses before entering a tunnel?

✓ Your eyes need to adjust to the lower light level.
To prevent the lenses from reflecting tunnel lights.
Because tunnel lighting can damage dark lenses.
To make the vehicle headlights work more effectively.

Dark sunglasses reduce the amount of light reaching your eyes and can make hazards inside a tunnel harder to see.

Driver removing sunglasses before entering a tunnel
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