Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

You are driving in the left lane of a one-way road. The driver in the right lane before you slowed down due to a pedestrian crossing the road from right to left. You are close to the pedestrian crossing, and therefore:

You should accelerate and quickly pass the crossing before the pedestrian arrives.

Use the horn to warn the passenger and quickly pass before him.

Continue driving normally; the pedestrian should make sure not to do anything risky and not to disturb you.

You should slow down and allow the pedestrian to finish crossing.

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Question:2

How will you stand a vehicle on a downhill road?

Engage the parking brake, turn the front wheels towards the road’s edge and shift into reverse gear (manual car only).

Turn the front wheels towards the road’s edge and shift into forward gear (In an automatic car – P).

Engage the handbrake and turn the front wheels towards the center of the road.

Turn on the parking lights, turn the front wheels towards the road’s edge and shift into reverse gear.

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Question:3

How would you mark a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of more than 12,500 kg?

With two light-reflecting stripes on the rear bumper.

It is not obligatory to mark a vehicle that doesn’t have a rear wall with light reflectors.

With two light-reflecting plates in the rear.

With 4 light-reflecting stripes, 2 vertical and 2 horizontal.

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Question:4

What should you do when your driving lane is obstructed?

You should use the horn and cross the obstacle in front.

Go! You have “right of way” in the road that is in front of you.

You should pass through the sidewalk, if it is free.

You should give right-of-way to vehicles that are coming from the opposite side.

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Question:5

When is it permitted to turn on the “fog lights”?

Only while driving freeways.

Only when it is raining.

Only while driving in reverse.

In case of fog, heavy rain and snow only.

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Question:6

You are driving vehicle no. 2. What should you do in the following situation?

Enter the intersection together with the red vehicle.

Give right of way to the red vehicle (1).

Continue driving (2), since you are on the main road

Continue driving normally - The red vehicle (1) is turning left and therefore it has to yield.

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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.

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Question:8

After how many hours of rest is a driver of a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of 10,000 kg or more permitted to start working?

After a continuous break of 5 hours.

After a continuous break of 6 hours.

After a continuous rest break of 7 hours.

After a continuous break of 4 hours.

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Question:9

What is “own weight”?

The vehicle’s weight with cargo but without the driver.

The vehicle’s weight without cargo and without the driver.

The vehicle’s weight with cargo and with a driver

The vehicle’s volume without cargo but without the driver

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Question:10

What should a driver of an overtaken vehicle do?

He should continue driving without changing his speed and driving lane.

An overtaken vehicle should take no interest in the overtaking vehicle, and should continue driving normally.

Deviate as much as possible to the road’s edge, without changing his speed.

Stop at the side of the road and allow the traffic to pass him.

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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.

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Question:12

Which vehicle is regarded as a “commercial vehicle”?

All vehicles besides private vehicles and passenger vehicles.

Any vehicle used to support the livelihood of its owner or driver.

A vehicle used or designed to transport freight for hire, for the purpose of the vehicle owner’s business and trade.

Vehicles used to carry goods for hire only.

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Question:13

A “new driver” that has not yet completed 2years or has not yet turned 21 years will not carry in a private passenger car:

More than one passenger besides himself, unless sitting beside him is a qualified escort.

Any passengers for as long as he is a “new driver”.

More than two passengers apart from himself, unless sitting beside him is a qualified escort.

More than four passengers besides himself, unless sitting beside him is a qualified escort.

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Question:14

From the answers before you, where especially should a driver slow down?

On an inter-urban road.

In a congested area.

Whilst driving on a main road.

Whilst driving on an inter city road without a built central divider.

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Question:15

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.

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Question:16

Which changes in health condition must be reported to the Licensing Authority?

The driver doesn’t have to report anything to the Licensing Authority, but only to the Ministry of Health

Any detection of the following conditions: heart disease or any limitation of the nervous system, bones, eye-sight and hearing

The driver doesn’t have to report anything to the Licensing Authority. The report shall be made by the treating physician of the driver

A driver doesn’t have to report about changes in his health, except in case of a neurological problem

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Question:17

A driver wishing to park his vehicle downhill shall:

Turn the front wheels towards the sidewalk and shift to reverse gear (in automatic vehicles – P).

Turn the front wheels towards the sidewalk and shift to first gear.

Turn the front wheels towards the sidewalk and shift to neutral gear (in automatic vehicles – N).

Turn the back wheels towards the sidewalk and shift to neutral gear.

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Question:18

How would you seat a child less than three years of age inside a vehicle?

Wearing a three-point safety belt.

In a safety seat that fits his height and weight.

Wearing any of the vehicle’s safety belts.

Wearing a waist belt.

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Question:19

Is it permitted to re- fuel a vehicle while its motor is running?

Absolutely not.

Yes, in case of self-fueling.

Yes, if the vehicle is equipped with a fire extinguisher.

Yes, when the vehicle stands next to a fire extinguishing station.

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Question:20

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.

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Question:21

Is it permitted to drive a vehicle while one of the doors is open?

No, unless the air-conditioning is out of order.

Yes, when there are no passengers in the vehicle.

Yes, when carrying oversized cargo.

It is absolutely forbidden.

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Question:22

Under what condition is it permissible to install additional lamps to those already installed in a vehicle?

With the approval of the Licensing Authority only.

It is allowed to install additional symmetric lamps.

Provided that they comply with the new European standard.

Provided that they are installed by a certified electrician.

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Question:23

What should you do when approaching a pedestrian crossing that is being crossed by pedestrians?

Stop and give right-of-way to the pedestrians that cross the road from left to right only.

Slow down, honk and warn the pedestrians that you intend to continue driving.

Speed up and cross in front or behind them, without endangering them.

Always slow down and even stop if required, in order to allow the pedestrians to cross the roadway safely.

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Question:24

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 1 or from lane 2 to lane 6.

From lane 1 or from lane 2 to lane 5.

From lane 2 to lane 5.

From lane 2 to lane 3.

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Question:25

What is the statutory speed limit (in k.p.h) of a private minibus on a freeway (unless indicated otherwise by another road sign)?

110

100

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Question:26

As of November 1st each year, every commercial vehicle with an all up weight exceeding 10,000 kg should carry:

A certification that the lights system functions properly.

A certificate that it had passed a winter check or an annual test that was conducted on August or afterwards.

A certification that the steering system functions properly.

A spedometer calibration certification.

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Question:27

Which types of vehicles must operate distress lights, or place a flashing yellow lamp, if forced to stand on a non-urban road during “light time”?

Commercial vehicles with an all up weight of more than 12,000 kg.

All vehicles, except for private vehicles and passenger transportation vehicles.

Commercial vehicles with an all up weight of more than 3,000 kg and buses only.

All motor vehicles with an all up weight of more than 3,500 kg, buses and working vehicles.

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Question:28

Define “path”:

Part of the width of the road designated for pedestrians only.

A part of the road, designed for motorcycle traffic only.

Lane or part of a lane that is not a road and designated for specific users.

A part of the road, which was marked by the “Israel’s Paths” Company.

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Question:29

When may a driver be in possession of only photocopies of his original vehicle documents?

Only a vehicle transport company is allowed to hold a photocopy of the vehicle registration

It is only permitted when the vehicle is owned by a corporation, and the photocopied documents’ validity is authorized by the safety officer’s signature and stamp on them.

When the vehicle is owned by a private person, and the photocopy is certified by the vehicle owner’s signature

Never. The driver must always be in possession of the original documents

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Question:30

Is it permitted to drive under the influence of sedatives?

Only if the driver tends to be influenced by a certain medication.

Yes, sedatives have no affect on driving.

It is permitted to take sedation pills half an hour before driving.

Not if it is specifically indicated in the prescription or by the doctor.

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