What are the shorthand mnemonics for nighttime simulated lighting?
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When meeting or following vehicles with streetlights, always use low beams. In poor lighting conditions without streetlights, switch to high beams. For passing or overtaking, alternately use high and low beams. When making left or right turns at night intersections, use low beams along with turn signals. For temporary parking or in case of a malfunction, width markers and warning lights are essential. In foggy conditions with poor visibility, use warning lights along with fog lights. Below are exam precautions: 1. Practice more in daily life: This makes the exam more flexible. Inadequate preparation carries higher risks. 2. Check before the exam: This helps pass the exam and avoids malfunctions during the test, which could affect the final score.
When I was getting my driver's license, my instructor taught me a quick mnemonic for night lighting: 'High beams off, low beams on; fog lights plus hazard flash in fog; hazard lights for emergencies.' It means switching from high beams to low beams when encountering oncoming traffic, turning on fog lights and hazard lights in foggy conditions, and using hazard lights for emergency stops. I always kept this mnemonic posted in my car, reciting it repeatedly during practice drives, and applying it in real driving situations: for example, silently reciting the mnemonic to adjust my lights in heavy traffic to avoid blinding others. The mnemonic helped me easily pass the mock test, and even after driving for over a decade, I still follow this habit. Not only is the mnemonic easy to remember, but it also reduces the risk of nighttime accidents. It's best for beginners to practice it several times to develop muscle memory, ensuring safety comes first.
