Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Who is required to have a carrier license?

Any provider of transportation services on a commercial vehicle weighing 8,000 kg or less.

Anyone owning more than five passenger transportation vehicles.

Any commercial vehicle.

Any provider of transport services on a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of 10,000 kg or more.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

Which vehicle must be equipped with “safety blocks”?

Any motor vehicle with an all up weight of more than 5,000kg, except for a bus.

Any motor vehicle, regardless of its weight, except for a bus.

Any vehicle with an all up weight of 3,500kg or less, except for a bus.

Only a vehicle with an all up weight of 4,000kg or less, including a bus.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

What is the meaning of this sign?

Steep downhill slope about 2,500 meters ahead.

In 2,500 meters a steep uphill climb begins.

Steep downhill slope for 2,500 meters begins here.

The end of a 2,500-meters downhill slope section.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:4

What should you carefully check while purchasing a used tire for your vehicle?

Only that the size of the new tire is identical to that of the old tire.

Only that the shape of the tire’s sole (the tire’s surface) is identical to that of the old tire.

Only that the air pressure of the new tire is identical to that of the old tire.

The tire’s manufacture date, to ensure it is not too old (over 2 years).

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:5

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:6

Which type of vehicle is prohibited to overtake another overtaking vehicle?

Motorcycles.

Buses,(not including minibus), commercial vehicles and work vehicles with an all-up weight of more than 3,500 kg.

Motor vehicles with an all-up weight of more than 4,000 kg.

Commercial vehicles and work vehicles with an all-up weight of 3,500 kg or less.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:7

What effect does keeping distance have on the driver’s field of vision?

Keeping distance has no connection to the driver’s field of vision.

Keeping distance affects the driver’s field of vision while driving in high speeds and during stormy weather conditions only.

The greater is the distance we keep from the vehicle in front, the better is our field of vision.

Keeping distance affects the driver’s field of vision during traffic congestion only (“traffic jams”).

Category : Safety

Question:8

What is the maximum cargo height, from the road’s surface, that is allowed to be transported in a vehicle of an overall permissible weight of 8000kg – 15,000kg?

Four meters.

4.80 meters.

There is no height limit.

Three meters.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

What is the function of the vehicle’s auxiliary (parking/hand) brake?

To secure the vehicle from moving or going downhill..

To assist the driver during a “hill start” only.

Its use prevents wear of the service brakes (foot brake)?

To enhance the braking force of the vehicle’s brakes.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:10

The manufacure date of a vehicle’s tire is:

Noted in the vehicle book.

Marked on the tire.

Noted in the vehicle’s registration document.

Noted in the vehicle’s insurance policy.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:11

What is the correct way for pulling onto a “hard shoulder” which is lower than the road?

Quickly pulling onto the “hard shoulder” and quickly stopping after a very short distance.

Slowing down to a low speed and gradually moving onto the “hard shoulder”.

There is no "correct way": It is prohibited to pull onto a lower hard shoulder.

Quickly pulling onto the “hard shoulder” and then slowing down gradually.

Category : Safety

Question:12

Do the obligations and prohibitions which are imposed on commercial vehicles apply also to trucks?

Yes.

No. The obligations and prohibitions which are imposed on commercial vehicles also apply to integral commercial vehicles only.

Yes, except for the obligation to wear a safety belt.

No.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:13

Is a driver obliged to show a policeman the vehicle’s original documents?

Yes, at a time and place to be determined by the policeman

No, a certified photocopy is sufficient

No, a photocopy signed by the vehicle’s owner is sufficient

Yes, at the time determined by the vehicle’s driver

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

What are the tedious driving conditions described in the following picture?

Wet road, poor visibility and heavy traffic.

Due to the weather conditions the traffic sign is not clear.

A camera is installed in the intersection; therefore it is not permitted to cross when the light is red.

The traffic congestion in the intersection does not oblige us to be overly careful.

Category : Safety

Question:15

When we want to verify that the vehicle’s tire air pressure is correct:

We should take the vehicle to a licensed garage, which is the only place allowed to check tire air pressure.

We check the air pressure with a tire pressure gauge.

It is enough to just look at the tires.

We should take the vehicle to a licensed tire repairman, which is the only one allowed to check tire air pressure.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:16

A license of a new driver shall be extended for two years as a new driver license, if the driver was convicted of the following offence:

Not stopping where a “right of way” signpost is placed.

Not placing a “new driver” sign on the vehicle’s rear window.

Driving a motor vehicle without valid insurance.

Not stopping before a level crossing, when stopping is imperative.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

The following illustration shows an intersection with traffic signs. What is the correct manner of making a turn from street A to street C?

From lane 2 to lane 3.

From lane 2 or from lane 1 to lane 3.

From lane 2 to lane 3 or to lane 4.

From lane 2 or from lane 1 to lane 3 or to lane 4.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

What is a driver required to do when he feels tired during night-driving?

Search for a safe place to rest and take a light nap where he doesn’t disturb traffic.

Listen to the radio, but avoid relaxing music.

Open the window next to him, to allow air flow in.

Eat a heavy meal and avoid drinking.

Category : Safety

Question:19

How would a strong side-wind affect the movement of the tall truck?

The wind pushes to divert the truck, and the truck driver would be forced to slow down and overcome the lateral force that pushes him to the side.

It would have no effect. A commercial vehicle carrying a heavy load is not affected at all by side winds.

Side winds do not affect heavy vehicles.

It would have no effect. The truck, without cargo, is not affected by the force of side winds.

Category : Safety

Question:20

A “new driver” under 21 yrs should not carry in a private passenger car:

More than four passengers besides himself, unless he is accompanied by an escort.

More than four passengers, and provided that all of them are licensed to drive private vehicles.

More than two passengers besides himself, unless he is accompanied by an escort.

More than one passenger besides himself, unless he is accompanied by an escort.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

When the vehicle in front of you signals about its intention to turn left:

It is prohibited to pass the vehicle from its rights side.

You may overtake it from the left side only.

It is prohibited to pass it from either side.

It is permitted to pass the vehicle on its right side.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

Continuous braking on a winding descent can cause:

Over heating and weaker braking than normal.

Over heating and stronger braking than normal.

Cooling of the breaks and weak braking.

Continuous braking has no negative affect.

Category : Safety

Question:23

When traffic sign 308 is placed at an entry to a section,of the road which traffic sign should be placed in the opposite side of that section?

504

145

307

622

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:24

Is the Licensing Authority (Licensing Bureau) permitted to delay the renewal of a driving license for a person who has a pending fine?

The Licensing Bureau is only permitted to delay renewal if the fine was accompanied by the issuance of demerit points, based on the traffic point system.

Yes. It is permitted to delay renewal due to fines imposed by any governmental body.

No. The Licensing Bureau is not permitted to delay license renewal without the consent of the driving license holder.

Yes, but only if the fine was imposed due to a traffic offense.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Cab station. Entry to the street in which this sign is posted is prohibited.

Start of cab station designated area.

End of Taxi station (rank) designated area.

Cab station. Stopping or parking of other vehicles is prohibited.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:26

Is it permitted to tow more than one trailer?

Yes, but only with a permit of the Licensing Authority.

Yes, but only with a permit of the Controller of Road Transport.

Yes, but only with a permit of a policeman.

Yes, when carrying long freights it is permitted to tow more than one trailer, but it requires the approval of the safety officer.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

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:28

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

The sign indicates the speed limit ahead, and it applies to all vehicles.

End of special speed limit.

Special speed limit for restricted vehicles only.

It is prohibited to drive slower (in k.p.h) than indicated in the sign.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:29

When a continuous separation line is marked to your left, accompanied by a broken line to its left:

You are permitted to cross the lines. However, vehicle traffic from the opposite direction is not permitted to cross them.

You are permitted to cross the lines. However, vehicle traffic from the opposite direction has right of way.

You are permitted to cross the lines because the driver has right of way.

You are forbidden to cross the lines. However, a vehicle from the opposite direction is permitted to cross them when the road is clear.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:30

What is the function of the vehicle’s Electronic Stability Program (ESP) System?

To control the engine’s fuel consumption.

To prevent the wheels from locking.

To reduce the danger of skidding.

To reduce the emission of burnt gases from the engine.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

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