Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

What is a “breathalyzer test”?

A test of exhaled air by means of a device that provides information about a person’s blood alcohol level.

A stress test measuring the air quantity that enters the driver’s lungs while driving.

A test in which a person exhales into a device that gives information about his lung volume.

A test performed for new-driver applicants by a family doctor, at the requirement of the Licensing Authority.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

After how many hours of rest is a driver of a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of 10,000 kg or more permitted to start working?

After a continuous break of 5 hours.

After a continuous break of 6 hours.

After a continuous rest break of 7 hours.

After a continuous break of 4 hours.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

How would you conduct yourself according to the following picture?

Cyclists are of no danger to vehicles. Drive normally when they are nearby.

The cyclist is not stable and is affected by the fast vehicles passing by. Slow down when approaching him.

When passing by cyclists, drive faster to reduce the period of conflict with them.

When passing by cyclists, honk a few times to have their attention.

Category : Safety

Question:4

Are cyclists permitted to enter a road, when the following traffic sign is placed at the entrance to the road?

No.

Yes, in inter-urban roads.

Yes, in an urban road only.

Yes, always.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

Braking distance is the distance the vehicle passes?

From the moment the driver notices danger until he starts to brake.

During the driver’s response time.

From the moment of applying the brakes until the vehicle reaches a complete stop.

From the moment the driver notices danger until the vehicle reaches a complete stop.

Category : Safety

Question:6

Is it obligatory to turn-on the bus headlights during the day as well?

Yes, but only during winter, autumn and spring.

Yes, on city routes, when there are passengers on the vehicle.

No, except on intercity routes.

Yes, every year between November 1st and March 31st.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:7

When parking a vehicle, is it necessary to operate the parking brake (handbrake)?

Only when the vehicle is parked in a steep descent.

Only when the vehicle is parked uphill.

Always.

Only on a wet road.

Category : Safety

Question:8

It is obligatory to install on the rear of a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of 12,000 kg or more:

Two white light reflecting strips.

Two rectangular tables colored in red/white.

Two triangular yellow-light reflectors colored in red/white.

Two round yellow-light reflectors, colored in red/white.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

What is the responsibility of the controller of the vehicle as regards to the work and rest hours of the vehicle’s driver?

The controller of the vehicle must not permit the vehicle’s driver to exceed statutory work hours.

The controller of the vehicle is not responsible for the work and rest hours of the vehicle’s driver. The driver is solely responsible for it.

The controller of the vehicle may, under the approval of the safety officer, instruct the driver to exceed statutory driving hours.

The controller of the vehicle is responsible, yet the safety officer of a vehicle fleet may adjust the work and rest hours to meet the requirements, regardless of the law.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

According to the law, what is the validity period of demerit points incurred by a driver?

When the driver has up to 20 demerit points: Two years from the date of the offence.

When the driver has less than 12 demerit points: Six years from the date of the offence.

There is no determined period of time. The point-accumulation period is not mentioned in the regulations.

It is unlimited. According to the new “point system”, accumulated demerit points are not erased.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

Is a driver permitted to drive over the speed limit while overtaking?

Yes, when it is required in order to shorten the overtaking time.

No.

Yes, but only on a non-urban road.

Yes, but only on a multi-lane road and for a short time.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

Which road sign would follow road sign 710?

708

716

709

711

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:13

What must a driver do when approaching a railway crossing?

Continue driving normally. You don’t have to slow down.

Stop, open the vehicle’s windows and listen

Stop at a distance of at least one meter before the railway.

Slow down to a speed which will allow him to stop before the crossing.if necessary.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

When a policeman instructs a driver to bring his vehicle for weighing – who is required to pay the weighing expenses if an irregular weight is found?

The State of Israel.

The policeman.

The driver.

The driver, but the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Labor gives the driver a 50% refund if the weight is found to be legal.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

What is the meaning of the following road marking?

Parking lot and bicycle parking arrangements.

Authorized parking lot for public vehicles ahead.

Pedestrian crossing.

Crossing for cyclists.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:16

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Play street. No parking.

End of play street.

An area in which children are allowed to play when accompanied by an adult only.

Speed limit beyond this point is 30 k.p.h.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:17

What is the maximum speed permitted for work vehicles and commercial vehicles with an all up weight that exceeds 12,000 kg?

Same as any other vehicle on the roadway.

50 k.p.h on an urban road, and 90 k.p.h on a road with a built diving area;

40 k.p.h on an urban road, 80 k.p.h on a non-urban road, and 90 k.p.h on a road with a built diving area;

50 k.p.h on an urban road, and 80 k.p.h on any other type of road;

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

Which of the following sentences is correct as regards to other drivers?

You should assume that other drivers would always give you right of way.

You shouldn’t assume that other drivers will always give you right of way.

Truck drivers are professional drivers; hence they are less of a danger.

Drivers who turn-on the winker, always turn to the direction they signal to.

Category : Safety

Question:19

Whom should a taxi driver approach when his taxi meter malfunctions?

The Licensing Office.

An appropriate garage.

A certified taxi-meter repair service provider.

The taxi owner.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Two-way traffic ahead.

Entrance to a one-way street.

Pass the place that is marked with a signpost from its right.

Drive straight ahead only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:21

What is a driver of a vehicle carrying oversize freight required to do when due to road conditions he cannot be overtaken by other drivers?

Drive until the nearest parking bay or bus station bay and stop to allow other vehicles to overtake him.

Turn on the four distress winkers, and continue driving on the right of the road way.

Swerve his vehicle as far to the right of the roadway as possible, but avoid pulling into the “hard shoulder” because the vehicle’s weight might cause the “shoulder” to collapse.

Slow down and, if necessary, pull into the “hard shoulder” and even stop, to allow the vehicles behind him to overtake safely.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

Define “slow moving vehicle”:

A motor vehicle having a prescribed maximal speed of 50 k.p.h.

A motor vehicle having a prescribed maximal speed of no less than 50 k.p.h.

A vehicle restricted by law to 40 k.p.h. or less

A motor vehicle having a prescribed maximal speed of 55 k.p.h.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

What is the meaning of red-yellow painted curbstones?

A marking to emphasize and indicate sidewalks of different heights,

Absolutely no stopping, except for the vehicle types that are permitted by the sign.

Parking is permitted with parking tickets.

Unrestricted parking for public vehicles is permitted.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:24

Are motorcycles permitted to enter a road before which the following traffic sign is placed?

Yes.

Yes, entry is permitted for all motor vehicles.

No.

Yes, except for tri-motorcycles.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:25

For how long should a bus stop in a bus stop?

It is permitted to stop for an unrestricted period of time.

For as long as it takes to load passengers – this always takes more time than unloading.

For as llong as it takes for passengers to get on the bus with their luggage.

For as long as it takes to load and unload passengers.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:26

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

No entry for freight-carrying vehicles, the height of which (vehicle and freight), exceeds the height that is indicated in the sign.

No entry for vehicles with a freight width exceeding the width that is indicated in the sign.

No entry for vehicles the height of which is less than the height that is indicated in the sign.

Entry is only permitted for non-motor vehicles with a minimum height of three meters.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:27

When is it obligatory to operate the vehicle’s different types of decelerators or retarders ?

When driving on a road section before which a “sharp curve” sign is placed.

When driving on a road section before which a “danger of slipping” sign is placed.

When driving on a road section before which a “hairpin curve” sign is placed.

When driving on a road section before which a “dangerous descent” sign is placed.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:28

Can a refreshment break whilst driving lessen the driver’s tiredness?

It can drive the tiredness away completely.

Yes, for a long time.

Absolutely yes, and it is even better, on the long run, than taking a rest outside the vehicle.

Yes, for a short time.

Category : Safety

Question:29

How many vehicles are allowed to be towed simultaneously by a motor vehicle?

One, unless otherwise approved by the Licensing Authority.

Two, provided that their overall length does not exceed fifteen meters.

Two, unless otherwise approved by the Licensing Authority.

Only one and there is no possibility to approve more than one.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:30

It is prohibited to overtake on a steep hill:

Only when there is a “danger” road sign.

When your field of vision is limited or obstructed.

Only when there is a “no overtaking” road sign.

Overtaking is permitted, provided that the weight of your car exceeds 4 tons.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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