Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. What should you do when approaching a railway crossing and a warning signal is given before you reached the crossing:

Stop and don’t continue driving.
Slow down only when a signaler turns on a warning signal.
Slow down only if you see an approaching train.
Ignore the signal and continue driving. You were there before the signal.

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2. What is the duty of a driver of a vehicle with an all up weight of more than 3,500 kg, while standing his vehicle on a inter-urban road during lighting-up time?

He must always place a warning triangle, and also place a portable light or turn on the four winkers (distress lights).
He must turn on the four winkers and the side lights.
He must place a warning triangle and turn on the right winker.
He must turn on the four winkers and place a portable light.

3. At the junction marked and signposted as in the diagram, what is the correct way to turn right from road B to C?

From lane 7 to 6.
From lane 8 to 6.
From lane 7 to 6 or5.
From lane 7 or 8 to 6 or 5.

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

Drive faster. Vehicles in the road you are entering should give you right-of-way.
Give right-of-way to vehicle traffic on the crossing road, from both directions.
Give right of way and carefully merge with the traffic in the road to your left.
You are driving in an acceleration lane. Merge quickly with vehicle traffic in the road you are entering.

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5. What are the reasons for a vehicle skidding on a road?

Late and sudden braking and the presence of elements that prevent traction on the road’s surface.
Roads with a high coefficient of friction.
Driver tiredness.
Tires that are not worn out cause vehicle skidding.

6. “Beer is not considered as an alcoholic drink”:

Correct. Beer is regarded as an alcoholic drink, but it doesn’t influence driving at all.
Incorrect. The influence of beer is similar to that of any other alcoholic drink.
Correct. Beer is not regarded as an alcoholic drink.
Correct, but the influence of beer is different than that of other alcoholic drinks.

7. Under which conditions is it allowed to deviate from a driving lane?

At a slow speed and by deviating sharply.
Provided that no risk or disturbance is caused to any other road user.
Only after signaling and looking at the mirrors.
It is absolutely prohibited to deviate from the driving lane.

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8. Which of the following traffic signs will be placed or marked following traffic sign 144?

513
806
101
821

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9. Which of the following vehicles may enter the intersection first?

The cyclist (2).
The closest vehicle to the intersection.
The yellow bus (1)
The vehicle turning left (3).

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10. What characterizes the roads that follow this road sign?

They pass through an urban area, including residential neighborhoods with pedestrian activity.
They pass through a Kibbutz or Moshav only.
They connect between main cities.
You are entering an area with road works.

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11. What is the function of a vehicle’s retarder?

Serve as an alternative to the service brakes (foot brake), in order to stop the vehicle when it is under imminent danger during an emergency.
Assist the parking brake (hand brake) while parking on a steep descent.
Balance the engine’s function and regulate the motor rotations,
To reduce the vehicle speed, without using the vehicle’s braking system, e.g. during a long descent.

12. What is a commercial vehicle in accordance with the Carrier Services Law?

Any commercial vehicle used for paid transportation only.
Vehicles used for passenger transportation only.
A vehicle with an all up weight of 10,000 kg or more and a vehicle transporting hazardous materials of any weight.
A commercial vehicle, as per its lawful definition, that was given a permit to carry goods and transport passengers.

13. Following a “level crossing” sign that is placed about a 100 meters before the crossing, how would you conduct yourself when a slow vehicle is driving before you?

You are permitted to overtake it.
You are permitted to overtake it only when the road ahead is clear.
You are prohibited from overtaking until after the level crossing.
You are permitted to overtake it only when its speed doesn’t exceed 35 k.p.h.

14. How can we reduce air pollution caused by the vehicle’s gas emissions?

By washing the vehicle’s fuel tank once a month.
By keeping the engine and its surroundings clean.
It is impossible to reduce air pollution. It is a constant factor in the vehicle.
By regular maintenance of the vehicle’s engine and other systems.

15. Driving at dark with the high beam turned on might:

Waste electricity.
Blind (dazzle) other drivers.
Spoil the battery.
Impair the driver’s vision.

16. 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.

17. What are you required to do when the following traffic light is placed (and is flashing)?

Stop and do not continue driving until the blinking yellow light turns off.
Proceed carefully and allow pedestrians to cross the road safely.
Ignore it. It is intended for pedestrians only.
Always stop before a pedestrian crossing, even if no one is crossing.

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18. 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.

19. When a driver’s blood alcohol concentration exceeds lawful levels, will he be regarded as a drunk driver?

No, the term “drunk” was not defined by the law.
No, only someone behaving as a drunkard shall be regarded as a drunk driver.
Yes, he will be regarded as a drunk driver even if he has not committed any other violation.
No, a person who is not affected by a small quantity of alcohol shall not be regarded as a drunk driver, regardless of the amount of alcohol.

20. 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.

21. What factors affect the stability of a freight-carrying commercial vehicle while driving in a curve?

The weight of the vehicle and of the engine.
The radius and length of the curve.
The vehicle’s speed, the radius of the curve and the height of the vehicle’s center of gravity.
Only the vehicle’s speed and weight.

22. How can a correct grip of the steering wheel help to control the vehicle and to keep it stable?

The way you grip the wheel is only important in sharp turns and curves, when the vehicle moves in high speed.
Correct wheel grip is only important in big and heavy vehicles such as trucks and buses.
In a new-model vehicle, the way we hold the steering wheel is important while driving in sharp curves.
A correct grip of the steering wheel allows precise turning of the wheel, thus allowing control at all times.

23. 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.

24. 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.

25. You are driving a commercial vehicle and come across this traffic sign:

Pass only from the right. Only public transportation is allowed to pass from the left as well.
Pass only from the left. Public transportation is allowed to pass from the left as well.
Drive only straight (forward).
Pass from the right or from the left; whatever is comfortable for you.

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26. “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

27. Define “Junction”:

A meeting point of two roads or more.
The area formed by the junction of two or more roads at different levels.
The area formed by the junction of a railroad and a roadway
The junction of two urban roadways, provided that they are both asphalt-paved.

28. What is the function of the vehicle’s auxiliary (parking/hand) brake?

To secure the vehicle from moving or going downhill..
To assist the driver during a “hill start” only.
Its use prevents wear of the service brakes (foot brake)?
To enhance the braking force of the vehicle’s brakes.

29. What is “preventive maintenance” of a vehicle?

Maintenance that prevents the vehicle from driving properly.
Intermittent and unplanned maintenance, at the driver’s own discretion only.
Regular and planned maintenance to ensure the proper function of the vehicle and its systems.
Maintenance of unexpected vehicle failures.

30. Is a policeman permitted to demand of a vehicle driver to perform a “Breathalyzer test”?

No. A policeman is not entitled to require a vehicle driver to perform an “alcohol test”, except under a court order.
Yes, a policeman may ask a driver to perform a "Breathalyzer test" at any time.
No. A policeman is not entitled to require a vehicle driver to perform any type of tests, except for an alcohol breath test.
Yes, but only if the policeman reasonably suspects that the vehicle driver’s health condition is not well.

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