What is one reason for not using high beams in urban areas?

Using high beams in urban areas is typically not advisable because street lights provide adequate illumination for driving. Urban environments are often well-lit due to the presence of street lights, allowing drivers to see clearly without the need for additional brightness from high beams. When high beams are used in these conditions, they can cause unnecessary glare, potentially blinding other drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists who are sharing the road.

In contrast, while high beams can be helpful in rural or dark areas, their use in well-lit urban settings can disrupt the visual perception of others. The other options suggest reasons that aren’t generally accurate or applicable—high beams are not illegal to use at all times, and while they can indeed blind pedestrians, that’s not the primary reason related to the context of urban lighting. Additionally, the statement about the absence of other vehicles contributing to the decision not to use high beams does not hold water in urban settings where traffic is more prevalent.