Lighting and Optical Signals
During which period of the day is the use of lighting mandatory?
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026
- A Only during rush hour
- ✓ Between sunset and sunrise
- C Only from midnight until dawn
- D Only when other vehicles are nearby
Why this is the correct answer
Lighting is mandatory between sunset and sunrise, since at night natural visibility is insufficient to drive safely.
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