Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. How would you conduct yourself when approaching a vehicle standing on the “hard shoulder”?

Honk to the driver of the parked vehicle.
Slow down.
Drive faster.
Signal and move to the left lane.

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2. “Reasonable speed” is a speed:

That is adjusted to the road conditions and circumstances and does not exceed the speed limit.
The speed limit on that road, under all circumstances.
That the vehicle passengers wish to drive at. The passengers are always right.
That is adjusted to the conditions and circumstances, and always exceeds speed limit.

3. How is the required distance for overtaking determined?

It only depends on the driving speed of the overtaken vehicle and not of the overtaking one.
It depends on the driving speeds of the overtaking and the overtaken vehicles
It only depends on the driving speed of the overtaking vehicle and not of the overtaken one.
It corresponds to the speed limit in that road section.

4. 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

5. What is a one-way street?

A street in which traffic movement is permitted in one direction only.
A road with only one lane.
A roadway in which one direction of traffic is open for all vehicles while the opposite direction is limited to public vehicles only.
A dead-end road.

6. 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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7. Are you required to give right-of-way to the cyclist?

No, because a non-motor vehicle should give right-of-way to a motor vehicle.
No, because bicycles are not given right-of-way.
No, because right-of-way is given to the vehicle that continues driving straight.
Yes, because the cyclist approaches from the right (1).

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8. When is the driver of a private vehicle exempt from wearing a seat belt?

While moving forward during parking maneuvering.
While driving in reverse.
While exiting a roofed parking.
While exiting a premises.

9. Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of a municipal inspector in uniform?

No. It is only obligatory to obey as regards to parking directions within city limits
No. It is only obligatory to obey as regards to the presentation of a driver’s license
Usually not
Yes, if the directions are related to traffic control.

10. What is the advantage of driving at a low speed during dangerous situations?

The driver’s reacting time is longer and he has enough time for making the right decisions.
The driver’s reacting, braking and stopping times are all longer, and therefore safety is improved.
The drrivers quicker reaction, braking and stopping times are all shorter.
The driver’s reacting time is longer and is sufficient for stopping.

11. 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.

12. You are approaching a road section with traffic sign 308 posted before it. A vehicle approaching from the opposite direction already entered the road section . What should you do?

Turn on the lights and enter into the section. You have right of way.
Honk continuously and enter the section.
Wait for it to exit the section and only then drive through.
Enter the section normally and try to pass the opposite vehicle.

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13. What regular vehicle maintenance check-ups should be performed by the driver?

Checking the vehicle’s recent mileage.
Fluid and oil check, tire air pressure check, and functional check of the lamps and wipers.
Checking the vehicle’s registrations.
Fluid check, trunk check, and functionality check of the lamps and wipers.

14. What do the following traffic signs have in common?

They are posted in freeways only.
They are posted in work sites only.
They are posted in inter-urban roads only.
They are posted in urban roads only.

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15. Upon completion of the two year “new driver” period, a regular driver’s license will not be given to a “new driver” who was convicted of:

Not placing a “new driver” sign on the vehicle’s rear windshield.
Driving a motor vehicle without valid insurance.
Driving without an escort.
Not stopping next to a “falling rocks” sign.

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16. When is a driver obliged to signal?

When he approaches a level crossing with a barrier.
When he intends to change his driving lane.
When he arrives to a long uphill drive.
When he arrives to a steep descent.

17. What are the risks of driving a vehicle with a leaking engine exhaust system?

Engine over-heating.
The penetration of burnt gases to the passenger compartment, which might cause loss of consciousness.
It might harm nearby vehicles.
There is no risk in driving a vehicle with a leaking emission system.

18. Which of the following road signs should be placed after road sign 135?

136
306
226
220

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19. “restricted (Calm) zone” is a zone:

With a sign posted speed limit of 25 k.p.h.
With a sign posted speed limit of 40 k.p.h.
Designed for slow vehicles only.
With a sign posted speed limit of 30 k.p.h.

20. Wearing a seat belt as required:

Keeps the driver in an upright sitting position;
Reduces the extent of injury during an accident.
Keeps the driver alert.
Reduces the driver’s movement in his seat and prevents accidents.

21. How should you behave at the following intersection?

Honk to warn the motor-cyclist and continue driving.
Keep driving. The motor-cyclist should yield.
Give right of way to the motorcyclist
Keep driving straight and blink with the high beam headlights to warn the motorcyclist.

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

Driving in the direction marked with a yellow arrow is permitted for public transportation only.
You have right of way on the narrow road.
Give right-of-way to opposite motor traffic on a narrow and steep road.
Drive only forward. Turning is prohibited.

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23. 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.

24. What does it mean when a “stop” sign is placed on the left side of the roadway only?

That it only applies to those turning left or making a u-turn. To the left
Stop and give right-of-way to incoming traffic from your opposite direction only.
Stop and give right of way to traffic coming from your left only.
Stop and give right of way to traffic coming from your right only.

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25. The following picture contains several road elements. How should a driver respond when approaching these elements?

Slow down and keep to the right.
He should make a warning honk, continue driving in normal speed, glance at the mirrors and then drive faster to quickly cross the curve.
Approaching a curve in high speed is dangerous on a rough road only.
In the absence of a road sign warning about an incoming curve, there is no need to slow down. He should continue driving at normal speed.

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26. 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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27. Is it permitted to drive on a separation area?

Yes, but only in order to cross it.
No, unless otherwise marked by a traffic sign.
Yes, always.
Yes, when the separation area is paved.

28. 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.

29. How can we prevent our vehicle from skidding?

By holding the steering wheel firmly with both hands, and by driving at a similar speed to that of other vehicles on the road.
By driving reasonably and using the brakes in a gentle manner.
By stepping firmly and continuously on the brake pedal.
By turning the steering wheel right, to stabilize the vehicle.

30. Which of the following traffic signs requires driving according to the road’s condition?

147
101
114
139

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