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You are driving along a road where the carriageway narrows due to roadworks ahead. An oncoming driver flashes their headlights at you. According to the Highway Code, what is the official meaning of this signal?

  1. A
    The driver is giving up their priority and inviting you to proceed first
  2. The driver is alerting you to their presenceCevap
  3. C
    The driver is confirming that the road ahead is entirely clear of stationary hazards
  4. D
    The driver is instructing you to speed up and clear the narrow section quickly

Cevap

The driver is alerting you to their presence.
According to Rule 110 of the Highway Code, you should only flash your headlights to let other road users know that you are there. It does not convey priority or right of way.

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1
Identify the signal being given by the other road user
The oncoming driver is flashing their headlights.
Vehicle lighting signals carry specific legal meanings under the UK Highway Code.
2
Apply Highway Code Rule 110 regarding flashing headlights
Headlights are only flashed to indicate presence, not to give priority or convey commands.
Assuming a flash means an invitation to go can lead to severe miscommunication and collisions.

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Highway Code Rule 110 on Flashing Headlights
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