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Safe drivingQuestion 203 of 235

You turn the headlight control off and on, but the headlights stay off. What must you do?

  1. Keep driving slowly in the traffic lane.
  2. Turn on the high beams.
  3. Slow down, move to a safe edge or stopping lane, and park in a safe place.
  4. Stay close behind another vehicle.
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Correct answer: Slow down, move to a safe edge or stopping lane, and park in a safe place.

You cannot drive safely without headlights. Reduce speed and park in a safe place.

Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), Headlight failure, page 83

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026