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 is “all up weight”?

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

It is fixed weight: 3,500 kg for light freight; 12,000 kg for medium freight; 15,000 kg for heavy freight.

A vehicle’s own weight plus the weight of the freight that the vehicle is permitted to carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority, excluding the weight of the driver and passengers.

A vehicle’s own weight minus the weight of the people and freight it is permitted to drive or carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

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:4

Which of the following warning indicators does not require the driver to stop driving when it lights-up?

Engine temperature.

The fuel level indicator.

Brakes failure.

Engine oil pressure.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:5

What are the side effects of using malfunctioning windshield wipers?

Damaging the vehicle’s engine.

Causing noises in the sound system within the driver’s compartment.

Impaired windshield visibility, as well as windshield damage.

Damaging the windshield’s sealing.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:6

Which of the following traffic signs prohibit a left U-turn?

All of the following signs prohibit a U-turn.

205

203

202

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:7

The use of which safety restraints is obligatory when driving children less than eight years of age?

A three-point safety belt only.

A safety seat or a booster.

A safety belt only.

A waist belt only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:8

Where would you place the jack stand while changing a wheel?

The place is insignificant.

In the place that was marked by the manufacturer, or in another strong and safe place, close to the wheel you want to replace.

As close as possible to the vehicle’s rear.

At the most convenient place for the driver.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:9

The wind resistance that a driving vehicle faces affects:

The vehicle’s speed and tire wear.

The wear and tear of the steering wheel system,

The capacity of the vehicle’s brakes.

The vehicle’s stability and speed.

Category : Safety

Question:10

Who is permitted to summon a vehicle to undergo a technical examination?

A Municipal Inspector, an employee of the Public Works Department, and a policeman carrying a policeman certificate.

An examiner of the Licensing Authority as well as a policeman carrying a traffic examiner certificate.

Any manager of a licensed garage.

The Director of the Standardization Department in the Israel Bureau of Standards.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

What is a “commercial vehicle”:

Any vehicle that carries passengers or any type of freight.

A vehicle used alternatively for carrying freights and for transporting passengers for hire.

A vehicle used or designed to carry freight for hire or to serve for the purpose of the vehicle owner’s occupation.

Any freight transporting vehicle.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

What is considered to be a reasonable driving speed?

Any driving speed of a reasonable driver.

Any speed that is determined at the discretion of a reasonable driver.

Statutory speed, which takes account of the road condition, the surroundings and the traffic, and in which the driver stays in full control of the vehicle.

Any speed in which the driver stays in full control of the vehicle.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:13

When are we not obligated to drive on the right hand side of the road?

When overtaking.

When turning right.

Before a roundabout.

When approaching an intersection.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

T- junction to the right and then T-junction to the left

Warning sign before a sharp right turn followed by a sharp left turn.

Left T-Intersection followed by right T-Intersection ahead.

Give right-of-way to vehicles from your right and then from your left.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:15

What is the meaning of the road sign?

Early warning to destinations before an Inter urban junction.

Early warning to destinations before a junction in an urban area.

Early warning to destination before leaving an Urban area.

Early warning to destinations before a motor –way (Freeway).

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:16

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:17

When approaching a vehicle that unloads children, you should:

Slow down and drive cautiously at a low speed.

Honk and overtake the vehicle from its left side.

Pull into the “hard shoulders” and pass the vehicle from its right side.

Overtake it quickly to reduce danger.

Category : Safety

Question:18

Is a taxi permitted to stop and load or unload passengers within the limits of the following traffic sign?

Yes, but on an urban road only, and provided that no traffic disturbance is caused.

No.

No, except during the night.

Yes, when a “bus station” sign is placed.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:19

What is the normal pressure in a vehicle’s pneumatic (compressed air) braking system?

The maximum pressure the vehicle can generate.

As determined by the vehicle’s manufacturer.

The pressure in which the vehicle brakes efficiently.

As determined by local laws.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

Which of the following commercial vehicles must have a towing permit for towing a trailer?

A vehicle with an all up weight of more than 8,000 kg.

A vehicle with an all up weight of more than 3,500 kg.

A vehicle with an all up weight of more than 6,000 kg.

A vehicle with an all up weight of more than 10,000 kg.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

What might be the consequence of excessive brake use?

Overcooling of the brakes and increase of braking efficiency.

Overheating of the brakes and decrease of braking efficiency.

Excessive use of the brakes should cause no concern.

The power of the engine might be decreased and it might even stop working.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:22

When is a driver obliged to signal?

When he approaches a level crossing with a barrier.

When he intends to change his driving lane.

When he arrives to a long uphill drive.

When he arrives to a steep descent.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

It is permitted to make a U-turn:

Only in intersections with traffic lights.

Only in intersections without traffic lights.

From all lanes, unless prohibited by a road sign.

When there is a white unbroken line.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

Is it permitted for vehicle drivers to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol?

Yes, when they need to drive in order to receive medical treatment only.

Yes, for short-distance drives back home.

Yes, in accordance with doctor’s orders only.

It is absolutely forbidden.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

What are you (vehicle no. 3) required to do when approaching the following intersection (the red vehicle is not an emergency vehicle)?

You have right of way because you are crossing in a straight line (3).

Enter the intersection before the garbage truck (2), as it must yield (you [3] are coming from its right).

Give right of way to the tractor coming from the right only (1).

Give right of way to the crossing tractor (1) and truck (2).

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:26

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:27

When you approach an intersection and the a traffic light starts flashing green.

It is a sign that the traffic light is out of order and you should follow the instructions of the road signs that are placed there.

There is no difference between flickering-green and green light; hence, there is no need to pay special attention to it.

It is a sign that the green light is about to change in three seconds.

It is a sign that the light turned green a short time ago and you can continue driving.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:28

What is a “blind spot”?

The distance a driver should keep from other vehicles while driving in reverse.

Part of the vehicles circumference in which the driver cannot see or detect road users.

The non-paved area around the vehicle.

Part of the vehicles circumference which the driver can only see through the mirrors.

Category : Safety

Question:29

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

Avoid driving on the right lane.

Give right of way to all vehicles coming from the opposite direction.

Drive faster to cross this section quickly.

Continue driving in normal speed, you have right of way.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:30

Define level crossing:

A place where a road and a railroad meet on a freeway.

A place where a road and a railroad meet at different levels.

A place where a road and a railroad meet or cross at the same level.

Any place where a railroad can be crossed

Category : Rules and Regulations

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