Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of a policeman, even when a certain direction or signal is opposed to the traffic signs?

Yes, except for directions which contradict a stop sign.

Yes, it is obligatory to obey with full caution.

No, it is not obligatory to obey

Yes, except for directions which contradict a no-entry sign.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

What is a driver required to do when the loading of the braking system’s air tanks takes longer than a reasonable time?

Drive to a garage to repair the malfunction.

Reduce the engine’s RPM, to make the work of the compressor more efficient.

Check the system’s fuel filter and, if required, clean it.

Wait until the tanks are filled up, and ignore the problem.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

How can we avoid danger when we start driving and when we merge with traffic?

Danger can be prevented by turning on all the distress signals and warn other drivers while merging with traffic.

Danger can be prevented by driving diagonally and at a higher speed while merging with traffic.

By quickly entering the lane in which traffic is flowing.

By giving an appropriate signal with the winker, looking in all directions and waiting until no one is obstructed.before driving.

Category : Safety

Question:4

The danger of skidding on a wet road is greater:

The deeper are the grooves in the tires.

The more worn-out are the tires.

The higher is the tire air pressure.

The heavier is the vehicle.

Category : Safety

Question:5

Is it permitted to drive passengers for hire in a private passenger car?

Yes, if a contract is signed between the driver and the passengers

Yes, if the vehicle is equipped with a standard chassis, approved by the Licensing Authority

No, except with a permission of the Tax Authorities

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

When entering a curve and driving through it a driver is required to:

Accelerate at the entry to the curve and slow down in the middle of it.

Accelerate to ensure smooth turning.

Slow down and maintain a constant speed

Stay close to the middle of the roadway to ensure vehicle stability.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:7

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:8

Are passengers permitted to get in or out of the off side of a vehicle?

Yes, if it doesn’t disturb the passengers.

It is absolutely forbidden.

No, except for the driver and except for the passenger sitting next to him when the vehicle is parked on the left of the road.

Yes, if it doesn’t put the passengers and the driver at risk.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

What is the distance we are required to keep from the vehicle in front of us while driving?

Any distance that allows us to see the back wheels of the vehicle in front of us while driving.

Any distance that always allows us to see well what’s happening ahead of the vehicle that is driving in front of us.

The required statutory distance in which accident may always be prevented, while taking all the relevant elements into consideration.

A distance which prevents entry of other vehicles in it.

Category : Safety

Question:10

At what speed are we required to drive in reverse?

Heavy vehicles – slow; light vehicles – fast.

During the day – fast; during the night – slow.

When driving downhill – slow, and when driving uphill – fast.

Always slow.

Category : Safety

Question:11

Explain the term “service brakes”:

A braking system that acts on all the wheels of a vehicle and allows slowing the vehicle down or stopping it in all road conditions.

An auxiliary (parking/hand) brake system, designed to prevent accidents, which only acts on the wheels of the rear axle.

A braking system that only slows the vehicle down during very steep descents, but is not used for stopping.

A braking system that is working at times of danger only and brakes the vehicle until making a complete stop.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Path for bicycles only.

Bicycle crossing.

Separate bicycle paths on a freeway.

Joint path for cyclists and pedestrians.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:13

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:14

When is it permitted to park on the left side of the road?

In any urban road.

In any one-way road.

In any road, provided that the deviation to the left is performed carefully.

Only in a one-way roadway which is not part of a road that has a separation area.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

When is it permitted to stop a vehicle on a bridge or inside a tunnel?

It is permitted when the roadway has two lanes or more.

It is permitted during “light time” only.

During day time only.

It is absolutely forbidden.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

What is the meaning of the traffic sign in the following picture?

It is a speed restriction that is intended for private vehicles only.

The vehicle’s driving speed should not be lesser than 40 KPH.

It is a speed restriction that is intended for two-wheelers and trolleys.

The vehicle’s driving speed should not exceed 40 KPH.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:17

Accidents that are a result of driver fatigue might occur:

On narrow and winding roads only, and not in straight, wide and comfortable road sections.

On roads with long and steep descents only.

When the driver’s level of alertness decreases.

On roads with long and steep uphill sections only.

Category : Safety

Question:18

Which of the following traffic signs should be placed where parking and stopping at the side of the road are prohibited?

817

434

432

433

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:19

Who is legally responsible for the registration of a change of ownership?

The seller only.

The registered vehicle owner and the buyer of the vehicle.

The buyer of the vehicle only.

The owner of the vehicle testing facility.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

After which of the following road signs is it prohibited to overtake (for a distance of about 100 meters)?

132

307

130

135

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:21

Traffic sign 424 remains valid until the following sign is posted:

301

220

432

425

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:22

What is “preventive maintenance” of a vehicle?

Maintenance that prevents the vehicle from driving properly.

Intermittent and unplanned maintenance, at the driver’s own discretion only.

Regular and planned maintenance to ensure the proper function of the vehicle and its systems.

Maintenance of unexpected vehicle failures.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:23

What should a driver do after parking his vehicle?

Turn on all the winkers.

Ensure that the vehicle remains immobile and cannot move

Place a warning triangle.

Place a “We’ll be back soon” sign.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

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

Turn leftt. Turn after the sign.

Drive left. Turn after the sign. A yellow arrow shows the direction of driving for restricted vehicles only.

Drive left. Turn after the sign.. A yellow arrow shows the direction of driving for private passenger cars only.

Drive right. Turn before the sign.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:25

How would you drive on a wet road?

Accelerate until the end of the wet section – in order to enhance safety.

Step on the clutch pedal intermittently.

Slow down and drive at a reasonable speed, according to the road conditions.

The same as on a dry road. There is no difference.

Category : Safety

Question:26

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:27

An efficient Braking System with ABS:

How braking cancels the ABS.

Hard braking will cut out the engine.

Hard braking causes stopping on the spot.

Hard braking causes vibrations and noise.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:28

What are the preliminary actions a driver must perform while getting back up to the road from the “hard shoulder”?

Observing all traffic on the road, signaling appropriately and gradually moving back on the road.

Signaling appropriately and getting back to the road as quickly as possible.

Getting back to the road diagonally, as quickly as possible..

Putting the vehicle in a diagonal position and turning on the vehicle’s distress lights.

Category : Safety

Question:29

What is the meaning of the black-white marking besides the road?

The marking emphasizes the presence of sidewalks and traffic islands next to the road.

Stopping and parking place before a level crossing.

Stopping and parking is absolutely prohibited.

Parking space regulated by the local authority.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:30

Is a driver permitted to cross an unbroken separation line in order to make a U-turn?

Yes, when the roadway has at least two lanes in each driving direction.

Yes, provided that the traffic is not disturbed.

Yes, when the intersection ahead is blocked.

No.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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