Theory Exam - Meteoria

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 vehicle's proper function.
Not for any reason
Yes, for using a cellular phone

2. What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Cab rank; no stopping and parking of other vehicles, except for unloading passengers.
Pick-up stop; no stopping and parking of other vehicles.
No stopping and parking for any vehicle within a distance of 20 meters.
Route service station for special cabs and busses.

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3. Can lawful roadway marking be considered as a road sign?

Always.
Only if it is accompanied by another sign.
Only within the limits of an urban road.
Only if it is colored white.

4. What is the maximum allowed speed for a utility vehicle?

40 Km/h
70 Km/h
50 Km/h on an urban road
60 Km/h on a freeway

5. What problem faces a vehicle driver who is driving at a high speed?

His response time is decreased, and thus his driving becomes more dangerous.
There is no problem at all: Research work has proven that in high speeds driving is more calm and relaxed.
The driver has very little time to properly respond to road events.
The driver's response time is significantly lengthened.

6. Who is a “road user”?

A person who uses the road for standing or running only
A person who uses the road for riding a motor vehicle only
A person who uses the road for bicycle riding only
A person who uses the road for driving, traveling, riding, walking, standing or any other purpose

7. From which side are we permitted to overtake another vehicle?

It is permitted from either its right or left side.
From its right side, provided that we maintain reasonable speed.
Only from its right side.
Only from its left side.

8. What is a vehicle GPS navigation system?

A system providing information about vehicle location and assisting the driver to reach his destination.
An efficiency enhancement sub-system within the steering system.
A system checking the proper function of the vehicle’s computerized systems.
A system measuring the vehicle’s fuel consumption.

9. Which of the roads in the following illustration is a one-way road?

Street A and street C.
Street B and street C.
Only street C.
Street A.

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10. What is the difference between the following traffic signs?

There is no difference between them.
Traffic sign 306 alerts about a pedestrian crossing ahead, while traffic sign 135 marks the place of the crossing.
Traffic sign 135 is placed in non-urban roads, while traffic sign 306 is placed in freeways.
Traffic sign 135 alerts about a pedestrian crossing ahead, while traffic sign 306 marks the place of the crossing.

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11. What is a reasonable vehicle speed?

On paved roads – 80KpH; on dirt roads – 40KpH.
The maximum speed the vehicle can reach under the existing circumstances.
A reasonable speed which, considering all the road conditions, and road signs allows the driver to control the vehicle
Any speed, as long as the driver fully controls the vehicle.

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12. 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.

13. When is it permitted to use floodlights?

Only when the vehicle stops, provided that they are not directed at another vehicle or along the length of the road.
For security purposes only and during “light time”.
Only by a security vehicle during fence patrol.
It is forbidden to use floodlights on the road, except for fire fighting vehicles.

14. How many years after its manufature will a license of a towing vehicle not be renewed?

19 years.
15 years.
11 years.
23 years.

15. Define “commercial vehicle”:

A motor vehicle used or designed to carry goods.
A motor commercial vehicle designed to transport people or carry goods for hire, provided that it is indicated in its registration document.
A motor vehicle used or designed to carry passengers and goods.
A motor vehicle used or designed to carry goods, and weighing over 8,000 kg only.

16. Which type of vehicle is prohibited to overtake another overtaking vehicle?

Motorcycles.
Buses,(not including minibus), commercial vehicles and work vehicles with an all-up weight of more than 3,500 kg.
Motor vehicles with an all-up weight of more than 4,000 kg.
Commercial vehicles and work vehicles with an all-up weight of 3,500 kg or less.

17. What are the components of the stopping distance?

The sum of the braking distance and the gap from the vehicle in front.
The average of the driver’s braking distance and reaction distance.
The sum of the reaction time and of the braking distance.
The sum of the decision distance and the execution distance of a reasonable driver.

18. According to the law, in what order should vehicles enter the following intersection?

The motorcycle (2), the red vehicle (1), your vehicle (3).
The red vehicle (1), your vehicle (3), the motorcycle (2).
The motorcycle (2), your vehicle (3), the red vehicle (1).
The red vehicle (1), the motorcycle (2), your vehicle (3).

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19. 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.

20. What should be the initial actions taken by a driver after entering the vehicle and before starting to drive?

Checking the position of the gear handle.
Buckling the seatbelt.
Starting-up and warming the vehicle.
Adjusting the seat, steering wheel, mirrors and head rests.

21. How can you avoid frontal collision while driving on a narrow and winding mountain road?

Drive close to the middle line.
Slow down and honk continuously before every curve.
Drive on the far right of the roadway, turn-on the lights, and adjust your speed to the road’s conditions.
Drive in high gear and don’t use the brakes much, to avoid loss of braking ability.

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22. What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Making a right turn is forbidden.
Information road sign – T- junction to the right and then T-junction to the left
T-junction to the right.
In the intersection drive right only.

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23. Are Bicycles permitted to enter a road when the following traffic sign is placed?

Yes.
Yes, entry is prohibited for public vehicles only.
No.
Yes, entry is prohibited for commercial vehicles only.

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24. 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.

25. Which traffic sign should be placed following traffic sign 135 shown in the picture?

901
306
413
226

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26. What are the permitted driving directions according to the traffic signs in the following intersection?

Straight and right.
Straight and left.
Straight only.
Straight and a left U-turn.

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27. In which cases are you legally obliged to slow down?

When the road is obstructed, or having poor visibility or sharp bends.
Before and during overtaking, for increased safety.
In a place that is shaded by a boulevard of high trees.
When you approach a place in which delinquent activity might take place.

28. Is it permitted to tow more than one trailer?

Yes, but only with a permit of the Licensing Authority.
Yes, but only with a permit of the Controller of Road Transport.
Yes, but only with a permit of a policeman.
Yes, when carrying long freights it is permitted to tow more than one trailer, but it requires the approval of the safety officer.

29. 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.

30. What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Level crossing 300 meters ahead.
Direction and warning posts at the side of the road.
Guardrail marking.
Railway barrier ahead at a work-site

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