Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Is it permitted to take one hand off the wheel or handlebar while driving?

Yes, only for tuning the vehicle’s radio or operating the lighter

No, except for changing gears and operating the direction indicator, or in order to assure the vehicles proper function.

Not for any reason

Yes, for using a cellular phone

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Question:2

It prohibited to overtake before a pedestrian crossing:

Always.

Only on a non-urban road.

Only on a two-way urban road.

Only when a “pedestrian crossing ahead” sign is placed.

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Question:3

Is it permitted to make changes in the vehicle or driver’s documentation?

It is permitted only to highlight writings that were erased or made unclear over time

It is permitted only to add or change an address, in the main post office branch

It is permitted only to add the zip code of a residence address, in the main post office branch

No. Only the Licensing Authority is allowed to change details in these documents.

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Question:4

Can a driver refuse to undergo a Breathalyzer test after being requested to do so by a policeman?

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because the policeman represents the health care system and not the law.

A driver is forbidden to refuse a policeman’s request to undergo a “breath test” or to give a blood/urine/saliva sample for testing.

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because the test contradicts the Basic Law: Human Dignity and Liberty.

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because of the Protection of Privacy Law.

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Question:5

What is the first thing a driver should verify before driving an unfamiliar vehicle?

The identity of the vehicle’s owner and that the vehicle is not stolen.

That he is proficient in operating and using the controls of the vehicle.

That there are work tools, proper spare (reserve) tire, warning triangle and air compressor.

That the vehicle had gone through proper servicing on time.

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Question:6

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.

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Question:7

What is the maximum permitted distance for standing a vehicle parallel to the kerb?

seventy centimeters.

fifty centimeters.

forty centimeters.

sixty centimeters.

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Question:8

When there is heavy rain,

You are entitled to put on the emergency yellow indicators..

You are permitted to turn on the fog lights.

You should drive at a speed half the speed limit

You are permitted to turn on the main(high) beam

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Question:9

While driving on a road with two lanes in your direction of driving:

You are always permitted to drive on the left lane only.

You are obliged to drive in the right lane, unless you are overtaking or turning left.

You are permitted to drive on the right or left lane, according to the type of the vehicle.

You may drive on either lane, as long as you don’t cause any risk to traffic.

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Question:10

Which number marks the length of the “rear extension” of this vehicle?

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Question:11

What is the maximum permitted speed for driving an all-terrain vehicle?

30 KPH.

50 KPH in any type of road.

60 KPH in a freeway and 40 KPH in any other type of road.

40 KPH in any type of road.

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Question:12

“The law doesn’t prohibit driving under the influence of (prohibited) intoxicating drugs”:

Correct, since the law doesn’t prohibit the use of intoxicating drugs.

Incorrect. The law explicitly mentions that it is prohibited to drive under the influence of a certain quantity of intoxicating drugs in the driver’s blood.

Incorrect. It is explicitly prohibited by the law to drive under the influence of intoxicating drugs.

Correct. The law only prohibits driving under the influence of alcohol.

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Question:13

How would we mark a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of more than 3,500 kg that transports at least 11 passengers?

This commercial vehicle doesn’t require any special signing.

By placing a “passengers” sign in the front only.

By placing a “passengers” sign in the front and back.

With a “careful, children” sign.

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Question:14

How can a cellular phone be operated whilst driving?

Only by means of a “hands free device” that is installed in the vehicle and can be used without being held.

When the driver holds the phone with the right hand

Only by using earphones that are connected to both ears

It is absolutely forbidden to use a phone while driving

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Question:15

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.

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Question:16

You are driving a private vehicle with an all up weight of 1520kilos. What is the maximum trailer weight you are permitted to tow?

1,500 kg.

450 kg.

750 kg.

2,200 kg, provided that it doesn’t exceed the own weight of the towing vehicle.

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Question:17

How should those involved in a road accident, which resulted in property damage only, conduct themselves?

Exchange identifying details and wait for the rescue forces without moving any of the involved vehicles.

Clear their vehicles away from the roadway, without delay, and exchange identifying details.

Report to the police and wait for its instructions.

Call the rescue forces and wait at the place of the accident without moving any of the involved vehicles.

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Question:18

Is a driver permitted to drive over the speed limit while overtaking?

Yes, when it is required in order to shorten the overtaking time.

No.

Yes, but only on a non-urban road.

Yes, but only on a multi-lane road and for a short time.

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Question:19

A police officer may revoke a driver’s license for a period of thirty days:

When the driver endangers the life of a person on a pedestrian crossing

An arrest warrant was issued against the vehicle’s owner

When the driver committed an offence of holding a driver’s license that has been expired for more than ten days

When the passenger on the driver’s side did not wear a seatbelt

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Question:20

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.

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Question:21

What should you do when facing a structure, post or closed area, while driving on a two-way road?

You should continue driving according to size of the structure, post or closed area.

You are permitted to pass the place from either its right or left side

You should pass the place from its left side

You should pass on the right side, unless otherwise marked

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Question:22

When you are standing with your vehicle before an intersection while the red light is on, and you notice a security vehicle behind you, with its siren on and its lights flashing:

You should get on the sidewalk (pavement) in order to clear the way for the security vehicle.

You are permitted to enter the intersection while the red light is on as well.

You are not allowed to enter the intersection while the red light is on.

You should enter the intersection while the red light is on.

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Question:23

How should a driver conduct himself when another vehicle suddenly emerges in his driving lane from the opposite direction, heading towards him?

Swerve to the left and drive on the opposite lane, which is currently free.

Honk and signal the other driver to get back to his lane.

Slow down, pull as far right as possible and even pull onto the “hard shoulder” if necessary.

Turn on his high beam and signal the other driver to get back to his lane.

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Question:24

According to the traffic sign that is placed at the bus station, parking at the bus station is permitted on Saturdays and holidays:

For private vehicles only.

For motorcycles only.

For slow vehicles only.

For commercial vehicles only.

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Question:25

What is a driver of a vehicle carrying oversize freight required to do when due to road conditions he cannot be overtaken by other drivers?

Drive until the nearest parking bay or bus station bay and stop to allow other vehicles to overtake him.

Turn on the four distress winkers, and continue driving on the right of the road way.

Swerve his vehicle as far to the right of the roadway as possible, but avoid pulling into the “hard shoulder” because the vehicle’s weight might cause the “shoulder” to collapse.

Slow down and, if necessary, pull into the “hard shoulder” and even stop, to allow the vehicles behind him to overtake safely.

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Question:26

Which class of license is required for driving a commercial motor vehicle with an all up weight of more than 12,000 kg?

C1.

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Question:27

When are we not obligated to drive a private passenger car in the right lane?

When another vehicle overtakes us from the left.

When you pass another vehicle from its right side.

When the right lane is designated for another type of road users (e.g. public transportation lane).

When another vehicle that is driving on the left side of the road signals about its intention to start drive.

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Question:28

It is prohibited to stop or park a vehicle before and after a level crossing, within a distance of:

At least 30 meters.

At least 50 meters.

At least 25 meters.

At least 20 meters.

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Question:29

When you approach a pedestrian crossing:

You are allowed to overtake in a one way road.

Do not overtake and do not try to overtake any other vehicle before the crossing.

You are allowed to overtake if there are no pedestrians on the crossing.

You are allowed to overtake before the pedestrian crossing in an urban road only.

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Question:30

When driving on a narrow downhill road, you should give right of way to vehicles driving uphill in the following instances:

Only on an urban road.

Only if a dangerous descent sign is placed.

When the road section is too narrow to allow both vehicles to pass each other at the same time.

Only if the weight of the vehicle driving uphill is more than four tons.

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