Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Where should vehicles drive in a road divided by a continuous white line?

On the right side of the line only

On the right side of the line, but it is permitted to drive on the left side of the line for overtaking.

On the left side of the separation line

The greater part of the vehicle should be on the right side of the line

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Question:2

Is it permitted to let off passengers on a freeway?

Yes.

Yes, but only during lighting up time.

Yes, but only on the "hard shoulders" and during day time.

No.

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Question:3

What is a “breathalyzer test”?

A test of exhaled air by means of a device that provides information about a person’s blood alcohol level.

A stress test measuring the air quantity that enters the driver’s lungs while driving.

A test in which a person exhales into a device that gives information about his lung volume.

A test performed for new-driver applicants by a family doctor, at the requirement of the Licensing Authority.

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Question:4

“Permitted load” on a commercial vehicle is:

The maximum weight of the cargo (in Kg) that is permitted to be loaded on the vehicle

The weight of the cargo plus the vehicle’s own weight

The all up weight of a transport vehicle

The vehicle’s own weight, including: water, oil, fuel and the weight of the driver

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Question:5

What type of insurance covers the damage that is caused to other vehicles?

Directors insurance.

Third party insurance.

Fire insurance.

Obligatory insurance.

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Question:6

Who is permitted to drive a “security vehicle” or a “rescue vehicle”?

Any person who received a permit from the Israel Fire and Rescue Commissioner.

Any person who received a permit to do so from the Licensing Authority.

Any person who received a permit from the Ministry of Health.

Any person who received a license from the Ministry of Defense.

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Question:7

Safety shoes are obligatory:

In every motor vehicle with an all up weight of more than 5,000 kg, except for buses.

In semi-trailer trucks and connected vehicles only.

In every motor vehicle with an all up weight of more than 4,000 kg, except for buses and integral commercial vehicles.

In every motor vehicle with an all up weight of more than 5,000 kg.

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Question:8

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:9

A bus lane may also be used by vehicles of:

Holders of a handicap tag issued by the vehicle’s manufacturer.

Handicapped people, even when they are not inside the vehicle.

Paraplegic (wheel chair) tag holders.

Any handicapped person having a regular handicap tag.

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Question:10

You are driving vehicle no. 3. In what order will vehicles enter the following intersection?

The vehicle on the left will go first (2), the vehicle on the right will go next (1), and you will go last (3).

You go first (3), the vehicle on the left is next (2), and the vehicle on the right is last (1).

The vehicle on the right (1), you go next (3), and the vehicle on the left is last (2).

You go first (3), the vehicle on the right is next (1), and the vehicle on the left is last (2).

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Question:11

At what minimal distance from a residential building or a public structure is it permitted to park a vehicle transporting hazardous materials?

400 meters.

300 meters when the vehicle is loaded; 50 meters when the vehicle is empty.

At least 50 meters.

200 meters.

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Question:12

In the following illustration you can see a wide road. Which of the numbers within the illustration marks a lane?

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Question:13

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:14

Is a policeman permitted to stop a vehicle that carries freight in an unlawful manner?

Yes, a policeman is permitted to stop the vehicle until the freight is unloaded or until the matter is lawfully settled.

No, unless the freight endangers other road users.

Yes, but only if the vehicle’s overall weight is 20% higher than the statutory weight.

No, only a police officer ranked superintendent or higher may stop a vehicle.

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Question:15

What is the meaning of this sign?

Flashing orange light warning of an approaching level crossing.

Flashing orange light at road works.

Constant (not flashing) Orange light when traffic lights are not working.

Constant (not flashing) orange light warning of an approaching forked junction.

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Question:16

According to the law, what is the validity period of demerit points incurred by a driver?

When the driver has up to 20 demerit points: Two years from the date of the offence.

When the driver has less than 12 demerit points: Six years from the date of the offence.

There is no determined period of time. The point-accumulation period is not mentioned in the regulations.

It is unlimited. According to the new “point system”, accumulated demerit points are not erased.

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Question:17

In what condition should the driver and vehicle’s document be kept?

The law doesn’t provide any explicit reference to this issue

It is enough if they are stainless and have a clear photo.

They should be kept at home, clean and readable at all times.

They should always be kept inside the car, clean and readable

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Question:18

Within which distance before and after a railway crossing is it allowed to stand or park a vehicle?

At least six meters from the crossing.

At least twenty meters from the crossing.

At least four meters from the crossing.

At least twelve meters from the crossing.

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Question:19

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:20

Define an “axle” of a vehicle:

The vehicle’s back beam to which the vehicle’s spare wheel is connected.

A shaft which transmits the rotary motion from the gearbox to the engine.

Shaft or system of shafts running the width of the vehicle attached to the wheels.

The vehicle’s front part, designed to absorb the impact of low-speed collisions

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Question:21

Which of the following sentences is correct: The law prohibit drivers from making a left U-turn:

When a U-turn prohibiting sign is placed.

Where the vehicle cannot be observed by other drivers approaching from any direction.

All the answers are correct.

When he approaches a steep peak or a curve in the road.

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Question:22

What gap should be maintained from the vehicle that is driving in front of us?

A gap of thirty meters, in order to allow safe stoppage.

A gap of forty meters, in order to prevent an accident.

A gap of at least three seconds.

A gap which always allows us to stop and prevent a collision..

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Question:23

Is it obligatory to obey the directions of a policeman who has identified himself with an appropriate certificate?

No. you must only obey a traffic policeman who directs traffic in an intersection.

Yes, even if his directions contradict those of a road sign.

Generally not.

Yes, but only concerning traffic directions that are given within the intersection.

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Question:24

What should we do when driving behind a vehicle that is giving a direction indicator signal?

Stay close to the right of the road.

Continue driving without slowing down. It has nothing to do with you.

Continue driving at an accelerated speed, to minimize the conflict period.

We should allow the driver of the vehicle in front to perform the action he signaled for, by slowing down and stop if required.

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Question:25

What is the validity period of a “new driver” driver’s license?

Ten years.

Five years.

Only one year.

Two years.

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Question:26

Is it permitted to perform an emergency brake for any reason other than to prevent a road accident?

Yes, in a dirt road only, at a distance of 200 meters from buildings.

Yes, after signaling a distress sign to the vehicle behind you.

Yes, for brake-testing, provided that it does not disturb or endanger any other road user.

Yes, in a paved road only, at a distance of 200 meters from buildings.

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Question:27

According to the law, is there any significance to the manner in which the freight is arranged on the vehicle?

The load on the axles is not significant as long as the overall weight is within permitted levels.

Only the load on the rear axles should not exceed the permitted load according to traffic regulations.

Yes,it should be ensured that the freight is arranged and anchored to the vehicle so it doesn’t fall off.

The load on the axles may exceed the load that was determined by the vehicle’s manufacturer or by regulations by up to 20%.

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Question:28

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:29

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:30

When is it prohibited to stop or park a vehicle?

Besides blue-white painted curbstones?.

When the vehicle is parked in the left lane of a one-way urban road.

When the vehicle obstructs the traffic or blocks a road sign.

When the vehicle is not locked.

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