Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. Why is it required to drive in low gear on a steep descent?

To save fuel and to reduce engine wear.
To use the engines compression in order to maintain a slow and constant driving speed without overusing the brakes.
To prevent tire wear.
To prevent overheating of the vehicle’s engine.

2. What is the maximum cargo height, from the road’s surface, that is allowed to be transported in a vehicle of an overall permissible weight of 8000kg – 15,000kg?

Four meters.
4.80 meters.
There is no height limit.
Three meters.

3. Explain the term “independent brake”:

A device which causes the braking system to operate each wheel independently.
It is a device operated by the driver during continuous and steep descents.
A device within the braking system that brakes each wheel independently when the vehicle is slipping.
A spring loaded device that operates the braking system independently, and that starts operating when the air pressure in the braking system drops below its required level.

4. Is a cyclist allowed to use a public transportation lane?

A cyclist may use a public transportation lane when it is the left lane only
Yes, when the lane is on the roadway’s right side
No, only motorcycles are allowed to use the public transportation lane
No, only public vehicles are allowed to use this lane

5. What is the function of the ABS system?

To prevent tire wear.
To prevent excessive use of the vehicle’s brakes.
To serve as an additional brake in case of danger.
To enable control and steering of the vehicle during braking.

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

3
4
6
7

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7. What is a “private passenger car”?

A public motor vehicle, designed to carry eight passengers, licensed as a public vehicle
A private motor vehicle, designed to carry up to eight passengers, apart from the driver and stated on the vehicle license private vehicle.
A motor vehicle, designed to carry ten passengers, licensed as a private vehicle
A private motor vehicle, designed to carry at least twelve passengers, licensed as a private vehicle

8. Is a driver permitted to drive over the speed limit while overtaking?

Yes, when it is required in order to shorten the overtaking time.
No.
Yes, but only on a non-urban road.
Yes, but only on a multi-lane road and for a short time.

9. What is the relation between the vehicles speed and the vehicle’s stopping distance?

The higher the vehicle’s speed is, the shorter is its stopping distance.
There is no relation between them. The stopping distance is constant and does not depend on the vehicle’s speed.
The slower the vehicle’s speed is, the longer is the braking distance.
The higher the vehicle’s speed is, the longer is its stopping distance.

10. When spending time in a club (pub):

It should be planned to wait one hour after leaving the pub, and then there should be no danger to drive.
It should be agreed that the person drinking the least amount of alcohol would drive after leaving the pub.
A designated driver, who abstains from drinking alcohol, should be determined in advance.
It should be agreed that the most experienced driver would drive after leaving the pub.

11. What is the meaning of the sign?

Move to the next lane on the right when traffic conditions allow.
Pass the obstacle on the right side.
Go to the right only.
Special lane for public transport.

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12. The required air pressure in the vehicle’s tires:

Is written on a sticker inside the vehicle.
Is written in the insurance policy.
Is written in the vehicle’s registration documents.
Is written in the insurance certificate.

13. How would you respond to the indications in the following picture?

Swerve left and accelerate to avoid hitting passengers that are about to get out of the vehicle.
Continue driving normally.
Slow down and be prepared to stop, in order to avoid hitting the open door.
Honk loudly and continuously and swerve left, to avoid hitting the opening door.

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

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

15. In a vehicle with a manual (regular) gearbox, it is important to adjust the gears:

In old vehicles only.
In order to protect the tires.
In long descents.
In order to determine the driving speed.without strain on the engine.

16. It is prohibited to overtake on a steep hill:

Only when there is a “danger” road sign.
When your field of vision is limited or obstructed.
Only when there is a “no overtaking” road sign.
Overtaking is permitted, provided that the weight of your car exceeds 4 tons.

17. How is it required to mark freight that sticks out from the vehicle’s front side?

With a white-reflecting triangle on the tip of the oversize freight.
With a red light-reflecting triangle on the tip of the oversize freight.
With a light and a red flag on the tip of the oversize freight.
With a light and a white or yellow flag on the tip of the oversize freight.

18. What is the maximum number of passengers allowed in an combined commercial vehicle with an overall permissible weight of up to 3,500 kg?

As stated in the driver’s license, if at all.
One passenger next to the driver and three passengers in the back.
As stated on the vehicle license but not more than eight passengers, apart from the driver.
Two passengers next to the driver and four passengers in the back.

19. How would you keep your vehicle balanced when approaching a curve in the roadway?

You should slow down before entering the curve, and accelerate when coming out of it.
You should shift into high gear.
You should shift into neutral gear.
You should drive faster before entering the curve.

20. What is the main risk of approaching an intersection on a wet road?

When it rains, there are more pedestrians.
On a wet road, the road markings are concealed.
The vehicle might skid into the area of the intersection due to the wet road.
Vehicles face no risk on a wet road.

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21. What is the speed limit for private passenger cars after crossing the following road signs?

90 k.p.h.
70 k.p.h.
50 k.p.h.
110 k.p.h.

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

Slow down and obey the instructions of the workers and of all the road signs in the area.
Drive carefully, rough road ahead.
Cross the place quickly without disturbing passersby.
Driving permit should be obtained from the operating contractor.

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23. A “central divider” is:

An area in which parking is prohibited, unless a traffic sign only directs otherwise
An area allowing escape at a time of danger, marked by a specific traffic sign
An area intended for two-wheeler parking on an urban way, without requiring any specific traffic sign
An area intended for parking on an urban way

24. When is it permitted to turn on the “fog lights”?

Only while driving freeways.
Only when it is raining.
Only while driving in reverse.
In case of fog, heavy rain and snow only.

25. The manufacure date of a vehicle’s tire is:

Noted in the vehicle book.
Marked on the tire.
Noted in the vehicle’s registration document.
Noted in the vehicle’s insurance policy.

26. Is it permitted to get on or off a moving vehicle?

It is absolutely forbidden.
No, except if it doesn’t cause any risk.
Yes, as part of a sports activity, and only for adults passengers.
Yes, with the approval of a police officer.

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

Stop and give right-of-way to traffic on the road that crosses ahead.
Stop for a moment and then continue driving.
Give right-of-way to traffic on the road that crosses ahead while road-works take place.
Stop! (Hand held road sign).Stop as long as the sign is held up.

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28. How should you conduct yourself at an exit from a premises or from an access road to a house, when you are about to cross the sidewalk (pavement)?

Stop always and give right-of-way to the vehicles that are come from the left and approaching the exit.
Slow down and even stop if required, in order to allow pedestrians to cross safely.
Stop always and give right-of-way to the pedestrians that are crossing the road.
The rule “first to come, first to go” applies to an exit from a premises or from an access road to a house. The pedestrians will wait.

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

Proceed carefully (hand held sign).
Drive fast.
Drive without stopping. Stopping is prohibited.
Stop and wait for the instructions of the traffic flagger.

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30. What is a vehicle’s “stopping distance”?

The distance covered by the vehicle as of the moment in which the driver reacts to the risk until he steps on the brake pedal.
The required distance for stopping at a certain speed.
The distance covered by the vehicle from the beginning of braking until the vehicle stops.
The distance covered by the vehicle from the time that the driver identifies the risk ahead of him until the vehicle stops.

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