Car permit · Night and weather

In the evening, at what point does the law require your headlights to be on? (State Practice Set)

In the evening, at what point does the law require your headlights to be on?

Correct answer: 30 minutes after sunset.

Answer options

  1. A15 minutes after sunset
  2. B30 minutes after sunset Correct
  3. C45 minutes after sunset

Why

The headlight requirement begins 30 minutes after sunset, when fading daylight makes it harder for others to see you. Also turn them on at any hour when rain, snow, or fog limits visibility.

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