Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of a military policeman, even when a certain direction or signal is opposed to the traffic signs?

Yes, it is obligatory to obey with full caution.

Yes, except for directions which contradict a no-entry sign.

No, it is not obligatory to obey

Yes, except for directions which contradict a stop sign.

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Question:2

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.

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Question:3

Is it obligatory to install parking lights on a vehicle that also has Extremity (width) side lights?

Yes, the side lights have a different color and cannot replace the parking lights.

Yes, parking lights should be installed on all vehicles, regardless of side lights.

No.

Yes, it is obligatory - in case the side lights malfunction.

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Question:4

Where inside a vehicle should the reflective traffic vest be placed?

In the trunk.

The law doesn’t refer to the vest’s holding place.

In the driver’s compartment, except for motorcycles.

Only on the driver’s seat rest.

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Question:5

What is the legal definition of a “road”

Any place that is open for public passage, except for city streets

Asphalt or concrete paved road ways only.

The term “road” has no legal definition

Any rail, street, alley, square, passage, bridge and any other open space in which the public has a right to pass through

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Question:6

What must a driver do when approaching a railway crossing barrier which is marked by a traffic light?

Turn off the vehicle’s radio only.

Act normally. The driver must drive carefully only when he sees or hears an approaching train.

Act normally. When a railway crossing is protected by a barrier, the driver is allowed to be less alert.

He must always slow down.

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Question:7

What is a “pedestrian crossing”:

A suspended bridge or a tunnel designated for roadway crossing by pedestrians.

Every place on the roadway in which pedestrians usually cross.

A place in which school children cross.

A roadway section that is designated, by marking or by traffic sign, to permit pedestrian to cross the road. .

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Question:8

What is the minimal gap that you should legally maintain from the vehicle in front of you?

The distance traveled in at least three second of driving (the 21…22…23 count system)

At least twenty two meters.

The distance traveled in two seconds of driving.

The distance traveled in one second of driving.

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Question:9

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:10

It is prohibited to make a U-turn:

When he drives a vehicle longer than eight meters.

When the turn cannot be seen by a driver from any other direction.

When he is in a two-way roadway.

If a road sign prohibiting left turn is placed.

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Question:11

Is it permitted to transport cargo in a private vehicle?

Yes, inside the vehicle, in the trunk(boot) or on the roof-rack..

It is absolutely forbidden.

Yes, provided that the weight of the cargo is no more than 1,000 kg.

Yes, only on the rooftop cargo carrier.

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Question:12

What is the maximum permitted speed for driving a private passenger vehicle (if not indicated otherwise by a traffic sign)?

In an urban road – up to 50 KPH and in a freeway – up to 70 KPH

In an urban area – up to 50 KPH and on an inter-urban road – up to 80 KPH

In an urban road – according to road conditions, and in a freeway – up to 100 KPH

In an urban road – up to 40 KPH and in a freeway – up to 80 KPH

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Question:13

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).

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Question:14

What is a “speed retarder”?

An electric or hydraulic mechanism, independent of the vehicle’s braking system, which decelerates the vehicle when operated.

An electronic system which automatically operates the brakes while driving on a steep decent, thus preventing brake overheating and brake loss.

A system installed in the vehicle that assists in emergency braking and stops the vehicle on the spot.

An electric mechanism installed in the braking system that shuts-off the engine and helps the vehicle to maintain constant speed on all roads.

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Question:15

What is the meaning of a “vehicle non-use notice” (taking a vehicle off the road)?

It is permitted to drive the vehicle up to one week after it is taken off the road.

It is prohibited to drive the vehicle without an authorization from the insurance company.

The vehicle is prohibited from driving, unless it is permitted, according to the non-use form, to drive to a nearby garage.

It is permitted to drive the vehicle unlimitedly (if it doesn’t cause any traffic safety risk) but not on road ways.

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Question:16

Explain the term “axle” in a vehicle:

Shaft or system of drive shafts running the width of the vehicle, on which the wheels are installed.

The drive shaft that transmits the rotary motion from the gearbox to the differential.

A line along the vehicle, from bumper to bumper, which runs parallel to the vehicles longitudinal axis.

The back beam of the chassis, to which the towing pin of the truck tractor is connected.

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Question:17

Can a person drive a vehicle immediately after taking medications which have effect on his fitness to drive?

No, unless 4 hours pass from the time he takes the medication

Yes, if these medications do not affect his level of driving

No.

Yes, when the medication has a lasting harmful effect

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Question:18

Whilst driving, it is permitted to take one hand off the wheel for the following purpose only:

Receiving a mobile phone call.

Change gears.

Reading or sending an SMS Message.

Adjusting the passenger seat besides the driver.

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Question:19

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.

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Question:20

When is it permitted to overtake, in one go, two vehicle that are driving before you on your lane

Only on highways.

When overtaking is not prohibited, and when the overtaking can be safely completed.

This type of overtaking is absolutely prohibited by law.

Only when overtaking two private passenger cars.

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Question:21

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

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Question:22

Define “stop line”:

A line drawn on either full or half width across the road marking a stopping point for vehicles.

A line along the road, marking the point in which a vehicle must stop, in junctions with traffic lights only.

A line along the road, marking the point in which a vehicle must stop, before a railway crossing

A junction-line along the road, either full or partial, marking the point in which a vehicle must stop near a pavement

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Question:23

When and where are you required to turn on the direction indicator?

You should signal with the winker when you are 150 meters before the turn.

You should only signal before making right-hand and left-hand turns.

You should only signal when other passersby are near.

In such place and time that other road users can notice the given signal.

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Question:24

You are driving vehicle no. 3. To which of the following vehicles would you give right-of-way?

To none of them. You have right-of-way on the straight road (3).

To the motorcyclist (1) and to the cyclist (2).

To the cyclist only (2).

To the motorcyclist only (1).

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Question:25

Define “own weight”:

The vehicle’s weight including all accessories plus fuel, water and oil, excluding driver and freight.

The vehicle’s weight with freight and with the driver, including the weight of the all accessories plus fuel.

The vehicle’s volume including all accessories plus fuel, water and oil, excluding driver and freight.

The vehicle’s weight including all accessories plus fuel, water and oil, including driver and freight.

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Question:26

Is it permitted to repair a vehicle on the road?

Only if it close to a garage.

Only if the repair is related to the vehicle’s electricity system.

The type of repair is not important, as long as the vehicle is not left standing there for more than 12 hours.

Only a simple repair, provided that no inconvenience is caused to other road users, and the vehicle should not be left standing there for more than 24 hours.

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Question:27

Under which conditions is it permitted to drive in reverse

Only with the condition that the driver is guided by a person that stands behind the car and is visible to him.

Only if the vehicle is close to the sidewalk.

Provided it is necessary and that no risk, interruption or disturbance is caused to any other road-user.

Driving in reverse is absolutely forbidden.

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Question:28

What is the maximum freight height (from the road’s surface) that may be carried by a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of up to 3,500kg?

3.5 meters.

3.0 meters.

4.0 meters.

2.5 meters.

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Question:29

In a roadway having at least two lanes in the same direction of driving, which of the following vehicles must enter an intersection from the right of the two lanes?

Commercial vehicles with an all-up weight of 10,000 kg or less.

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

Motor commercial vehicles with an all-up weight of 6,000 kg or more.

Commercial vehicles and work vehicles with an all-up weight of more than 10,000 kg.

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Question:30

What is the duty of a driver after sensing that some of the freight he is carrying had fallen-onto the roadway

Inform about it to the police. The municipality or the Public Works Department is responsible to clear it away.

Inform the insurance company.

Inform the police and the insurance company.

Stop immediately, and make sure that the falling freight is cleared away immediately.

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Theory test for trucks (lorry)