Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

For what reason do the following road signs have a different shape than other signs?

To enable pedestrians to notice road signs that are posted opposite their direction of walking.

Because these two road signs are less important than other signs.

To make them more recognisable to drivers, and so that they can also be seen and interpreted correctly even under poor visibility conditions.

Because these two road signs are more important than other signs.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:2

Which vehicle is regarded as a “commercial vehicle”?

All vehicles besides private vehicles and passenger vehicles.

Any vehicle used to support the livelihood of its owner or driver.

A vehicle used or designed to transport freight for hire, for the purpose of the vehicle owner’s business and trade.

Vehicles used to carry goods for hire only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

The reaction distance is the distance covered by the vehicle:

From the moment the driver eases off his step on the accelerator until the vehicle stops.

From the moment the driver notices the danger until he starts to apply the action he decided to take.

From the moment the driver steps on the brakes until the vehicle stops.

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

Category : Safety

Question:4

What are you required to do according to the following traffic sign?

Warn pedestrians by honking loudly and turning on the headlights.

Continue driving and make sure that the pedestrians clear away from the roadway.

When youre driving and approaching this traffic sign, always slow down and even stop if necessary to allow pedestrians to safely cross the road.

Honk and warn the crossing pedestrians.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

When is a driver required to drive on the “hard shoulder” - where the “shoulder” is asphalt-paved and free of traffic - in order to allow another vehicle to overtake him?

When the vehicle drives very slowely for any reason.

Only when the vehicle is forced to drive slowly on a steep uphill climb, and disturbs the free traffic.

When a driver of a motor vehicle is forced to drive very slowly due to the freight he’s carrying or to the steepness of the road, and he delays the traffic behind him.

Never. It is prohibited to drive on the “hard shoulders”; hence, a vehicle that delays the traffic behind it should pull into the “hard shoulder” and stop, to allow the traffic congestion behind him to open up.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

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:7

It is prohibited to park a vehicle less than a distance of:

15 meters after a stop sign.

15 meters after the intersection.

12 meters before a pedestrian crossing.

30 meters after a level crossing.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:8

What is the general freight height (from the ground) which requires a permit from a police officer?

Less than 4.20 meters.

More than 3.80 meters.

More than 4.80 meters.

More than 4.00 meters.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

What is “all up weight”?

A vehicle’s own weight, as approved by the Licensing Authority

A vehicle’s own weight, plus the weight of the people and cargo that the vehicle is allowed to drive or carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority

A vehicle’s own volume plus the weight of the people and cargo it is allowed to drive or carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority

The volume of the vehicle and of the cargo it is allowed to drive or carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

The following picture shows a pavement. Which of the following sentences is correct?

Motorcycles are permitted to use the pavement instead of the road.

The pavement is designed for pedestrians only.

Private passenger vehicles are always permitted to park temporarily on the pavement, when there is no parking space on the road.

Bicyclists are permitted to ride on the pavement as well.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

The required air pressure in the vehicle’s tires:

Is written on a sticker inside the vehicle.

Is written in the insurance policy.

Is written in the vehicle’s registration documents.

Is written in the insurance certificate.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:12

Why is it necessary to use the handbrake for parking only?

The parking brake cannot be used as an emergency brake.

Because its handle or lever is not convenient to operate.

Because its life span is short and shouldn’t be wasted on regular braking.

Because the parking brake doesn’t work on all the wheels and it doesn’t have much power.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:13

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

No stopping or parking on the road-side where the sign is placed.

No stopping for vehicles on both sides of the road.

Stopping is permitted but parking is prohibited.

It is allowed to stop and park, except on Saturdays and holidays.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:14

How should one refer to a pedestrian crossing that is divided by a traffic island?

The pedestrian crossing should be considered as two separate crossings only when a garden separates between them.

A pedestrian crossing that is divided by a separation area in regarded as one long crossing.

There is no difference between a divided and a non-divided pedestrian crossing. They are both regarded as one crossing.

A pedestrian crossing that is divided by a traffic island shall be regarded as two separate pedestrian crossings.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

Who is responsible to perform a security check on a bus?

The bus driver should do it before and during every ride.

A security check is performed by a qualified security.

The bus driver must perform a security check at the end of the ride only.

The bus driver must perform a security check before the beginning of the ride only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

When a driver’s blood alcohol concentration exceeds lawful levels, will he be regarded as a drunk driver?

No, the term “drunk” was not defined by the law.

No, only someone behaving as a drunkard shall be regarded as a drunk driver.

Yes, he will be regarded as a drunk driver even if he has not committed any other violation.

No, a person who is not affected by a small quantity of alcohol shall not be regarded as a drunk driver, regardless of the amount of alcohol.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

Which type of bulb would you use when required to change a bulb in the vehicle?

It is permitted to change a bulb in a certified licensing facility only.

A bulb, stipulated in the manufacturer’s manual.

It is prohibited to change a bulb without the permission of the treating garage.

The type of the bulb is unimportant, as long as it works.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:18

What are you required to do according to the following road sign?

Stop before the signpost.

Give right-of-way to vehicle traffic in the roundabout.

Prepare to stop your vehicle at the nearest junction.. Stopping at the junction is obligatory

Prepare to stop the vehicle in about 300 meters.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:19

On which of the following commercial vehicles and work vehicles is it obligatory to have a compression brake (retarder)?

On all of them, regardless of weight.

On a vehicle weighing at 8,000 kg or more.

On a vehicle weighing at least 12,000 kg.

On a vehicle weighing weighing 4,500 kg or more.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

Which driver related ability is impaired during fog?

Vehicle acceleration.

Braking.

Steering.

Vision

Category : Safety

Question:21

The following road sign remains valid until:

A sign that indicates a non-urban road. .

Only until the nearest intersection with traffic lights.

A sign that permits driving at a restricted speed.

The nearest intersection or until a road sign that cancels it or until a “vehicle parking area” sign.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:22

The Points system of the Licensing Authority:

Is additional to any other punishment that is imposed by a court of law on a driver that committed a traffic offense

Allows a police officer to disqualify a driver’s license following any traffic offense that is committed by the driver.

Can only be exercised by a court of law.

Is exercised only if no punishment was imposed on the driver by a court of law/

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

According to the law, how frequently should the brakes of a public vehicle be checked?

At least once every six months, in a licensed garage.

At least once every 12 months, in a licensed garage.

At least once a year during the summer, in a licensed garage.

At least once a year during the winter, in a licensed garage.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

What is the purpose of the “hard shoulder” on freeways?

It is an escape place in case of danger.

It is a place to stop and talk on the cellular phone,

It is a place for parking and stopping for the purpose of driver refreshment.

It is a lane used for overtaking restricted vehicles, which illegally drive in the right lane

Category : Safety

Question:25

What is the meaning of the term “driving at a reasonable speed”?

Driving at a speed that allows the driver to perform other actions, which are not essential to driving.

Driving in a similar speed to that of the other drivers around you.

Taking account of road and traffic conditions, in a manner that the driver maintains absolute control of the vehicle and can stop safely at all times.

When the driving speed is determined at the driver’s own discretion, and provided that it doesn’t exceed the statutory speed limit.

Category : Safety

Question:26

Is it permitted to drive a passenger on a motorcycle while both his legs are on one side of the motorcycle?

Yes, but only while driving on a non-urban roadway.

No. It is only permitted to carry a passenger that sits astride the motorcycle.

Yes, but only while driving on a freeway.

Yes, but only while driving on an urban roadway.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

What is the meaning of this traffic light when it is placed above your driving lane?

Vehicles coming from the opposite direction are prohibited to proceed.

Driving in this lane is prohibited.

4-way intersection ahead.

It is a lane for public transportation only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:28

Parking at a bus stop

Is permitted on Sabbath and holidays for commercial vehicles only, in accordance with the instructions on the sign that is posted in the bus station.

Is permitted on Sabbath and holidays for all types of vehicles.

Is permitted on Sabbath and holidays for private vehicles only, in accordance with the instructions on the sign that is posted in the bus station.

Is permitted on Sabbath and holidays for motorcycles only, in accordance with the instructions on the sign that is posted in the bus station.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:29

Do traffic light instructions have priority over “right-of-way giving” signs?

No, In legal terms, the instructions of a traffic light and the instructions of traffic signs are of equal effect

No, but a stop sign has priority over a green light for traffic moving in the same direction

Yes, traffic light instructions have priority over any type of traffic sign, except for a flashing yellow light

Sometimes. Traffic light instructions have priority in an urban way only

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:30

A vehicle driver must slow down when he:

Overtakes on a two-way road.

Arrives to the beginning of a steep uphill climb.

Overtakes on a one-way road.

Drives down a steep or long descent.

Category : Safety

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