Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Explain the term “gross axle weight”:

The measured pressure at the tips of the chassis connected springs.

The own weight of each vehicle axle, including the wheels installed on it.

The overall weight of all the wheels installed on one axle against the road.

The own weight of the rear axle that includes the differential system.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

What are you required to do when a traffic light displays a flashing yellow light?

Ignore the traffic light and keep driving. Everything is ok.

Proceed carefully and drive according to the traffic signs placed at the intersection.

Stop inside the intersection and wait for the green light.

Stop at the customary stopping place and wait for the green light.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:3

When are you obliged to stop before a railway crossing?

When a “railway crossing” sign is placed.

When a “right of way for crossing traffic” sign is placed.

You don’t have to stop. Stop at your own discretion when a train is seen and is approaching.

When the train is seen, heard or sounds a warning signal.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Beware! Dead spots.

Beware! Speed restriction bumps on the road ahead.

Beware ! Rough road.

Beware ! Obstacles on the road. .

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

Is it permitted to make a U-turn to the left where the following road sign is placed?

It is permitted in an intersection with traffic lights, and prohibited in an intersection without traffic lights.

Yes, unless another sign is placed to restrict this.

It is always permitted, even when a “no U-turn” sign is placed.

It is always forbidden.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:6

You are approaching a road section with traffic sign 308 posted before it. A vehicle approaching from the opposite direction already entered the road section . What should you do?

Turn on the lights and enter into the section. You have right of way.

Honk continuously and enter the section.

Wait for it to exit the section and only then drive through.

Enter the section normally and try to pass the opposite vehicle.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:7

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:8

Which seats are reserved for security personnel on a route service bus?

When driving on a non urban road - the two front seats on either side of the passageway.

The double seat behind the driver partition.

The seat after the front door and the seat after the rear door.

In a city bus, across from the rear door.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

How would you (vehicle no. 2) conduct yourself in the following intersection?

Continue driving carefully, while keeping eye contact with the yellow vehicle (1) which should yield.

Wait and allow the yellow vehicle (1) to cross before you.

Stop (2) before entering the intersection and observe the condition of the traffic and of the traffic signs.

Give right of way to the yellow vehicle (1), because it is coming from your right.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

When is there a danger of vehicle skidding?

During fog only.

On a narrow road, during a steep uphill climb.

On a dry and hot road.

During the first rain or when there is mud or oil on the road.

Category : Safety

Question:11

How would you mark a vehicle that was forced to be left standing in the road?

Place a blinking flashlight to be seen to a distance of 30 meters.

Turn on the two front winkers.

Turn on the headlights during “light time”.

Place a warning triangle behind the vehicle that can be seen from at least 100mtrs.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

Is it obligatory to install a reverse buzzer on a bus?

No.

Yes, it is obligatory to install a buzzer, which will function automatically when shifting to reverse gear.

It is only obligatory for taxis.

It is only obligatory for public minibuses.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:13

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Left curve followed by a right curve.

Rough road.

Drive in the center of the road.

Danger of skidding.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:14

What is the meaning of the sign?

Portable flashing caution sign situated before a road works.

Portable flashing sign upon leaving an inter-urban road to enter a motorway (freeway).

Portable flashing sign for advertising to drivers.

Portable flashing sign before entering an airport.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:15

What is the responsibility of a vehicle owner as regards to an offence committed by his vehicle?

Absolute responsibility, unless he can prove that another person drove the vehicle at that time.

If he doesn’t drive the vehicle, he bears no responsibility.

The vehicle owner is only held responsible if he is present in the vehicle while another person is driving it.

The vehicle owner is responsible for it even if the vehicle is stolen.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

What should a driver always do before making left a U-turn?

Make sure that the proper gear is shifted and that the headlights are turned on.

Make sure that the turn is permitted and that it doesn’t cause any traffic disturbance.

Alert about his intention by turning on the four direction indicators.

Position the vehicle on the right of the road from which he intends to turn.

Category : Safety

Question:17

Where in a vehicle should a fire extinguisher be placed?

Next to the battery, in a closed and locked place.

On the vehicle’s roof, having easy access, to enable quick operation

In a visible place with easy access to enable quick operation.

Next to the fuel tank, in a closed and locked place.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

In the following picture:

You always have right of way (2).

You should give right of way to the red vehicle (1) in the roundabout.

The driver of the red vehicle should give you right-of-way.

You have right-of-way in any case, because you come from the right.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

Is it permitted to drive on the sidewalk in order to pass a road obstacle?

Yes. It is permitted to bypass the obstacle only through the sidewalk, if it is simpler.

Yes. It is permitted to drive on the sidewalk very carefully and in first gear.

No. It is prohibited to drive on the sidewalk in order to pass an obstacle.

Yes. It is permitted to drive on the sidewalk, but only if the roadway is in a bad condition.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

Which identifying details must be provided by a vehicle driver involved in a road accident with casualties?

His name. ID card number and telephone number,

If the vehicle’s number plates are intact and readable, there’s no need to provide any details.

His name, address, driver’s license number, vehicle’s registered number and name of vehicle’s owner.

Driver’s license number and vehicle’s registered number only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

On a narrow two-way road with an unbroken separation line dividing the two lanes, how would you conduct yourself when a horse drawn wagon drives before you and the opposite traffic lane is open?

Continue driving slowly behind the wagon.

Try to overtake the wagon from its right side and drive on the “hard shoulders”.

Overtake the wagon in accordance with all traffic rules, but only if the road ahead is open.

Overtake the wagon to prevent traffic delay.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

Is a bus driver permitted to drive with one of its doors open?

It is only permitted when the air-conditioning system malfunctions.

It is only permitted when there are no passengers on the bus.

It is only permitted when approaching a level crossing.

Driving with an open door is forbidden.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

The boundary of the intersection / junction is determined by:

The stop lines on each of the roads that meet in the intersection

The place in which traffic signs are posted before the intersection

The imaginary line drawn between the pavements or kerbs of each road meeting the junction.

The meeting of two or more pedestrian crossings in the intersection

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

What vehicle features should be adjusted in order to ensure a comfortable and safe sitting position?

The side mirrors and the radio stations.

The seat’s position, the angle of the back rest, and the steering wheel position.

The head rests and the position of the pedals.

The seat’s position and the air flow direction from the vents.

Category : Safety

Question:25

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:26

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

It is prohibited to pass to the adjacent left or right lane. You must continue in your curremt lane.

Only two-wheelers are permitted to drive in this lane.

4-way intersection ahead.

Lane closed. No driving in this lane.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:27

One of the conditions justifying an overtaking of a driving vehicle is:

That the overtaking vehicle is delayed as a result of the slow driving of the vehicle in front.

There are no conditions that justify an overtaking.

That the difference in speed between the overtaking and the overtaken vehicles is sufficient to complete the manouver.

That the overtaken vehicle drives slower than the maximum statutory speed.

Category : Safety

Question:28

Can a temporary sign, which is posted under the direction of a police officer, be regarded as a legitimate traffic sign?

No, it is not a legitimate traffic sign

Yes, except in the case of a “no-entry” sign

Yes, it is regarded as a legitimate traffic sign

Yes, except in the case of a “stop” sign

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

Is it permitted to drive a heavy vehicle when the air pressure in the braking system is below the required minimum?

Yes, but only under permission of a policeman or an officer.

Yes, but only if the vehicle properly brakes.

Yes, if definitely no leak is detected.

No.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:30

Wearing a seat belt as required:

Keeps the driver in an upright sitting position;

Reduces the extent of injury during an accident.

Keeps the driver alert.

Reduces the driver’s movement in his seat and prevents accidents.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

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Theory test for public Service Vehicles