To avoid glare and improve visibility when driving in fog, which main lighting type is most effective?

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The correct answer is low beam headlights (dipped headlights). Detailed Explanation: Avoiding the 'Mirror Effect': Fog consists of millions of suspended water droplets. If you use high beams (main beams), the light beam hits these droplets at eye level and reflects back at you, creating a 'white wall' effect that dazzles you and reduces visibility. Illuminating the Ground: Low beams project the light downwards onto the road surface and to the sides, allowing you to see road markings better without causing this dangerous reflection. Regarding other options: Hazard lights: Should only be used to signal danger, a breakdown, or if you are driving at an abnormally slow speed, but they do not serve to illuminate the road. High beams: Are counterproductive in fog due to the light reflection mentioned above.

To avoid glare and improve visibility when driving in fog, which main lighting type is most effective?

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