Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. 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.

2. What are the preliminary actions a driver must perform while getting back up to the road from the “hard shoulder”?

Observing all traffic on the road, signaling appropriately and gradually moving back on the road.
Signaling appropriately and getting back to the road as quickly as possible.
Getting back to the road diagonally, as quickly as possible..
Putting the vehicle in a diagonal position and turning on the vehicle’s distress lights.

3. Which type of bulb would you use when required to change a bulb in the vehicle?

It is permitted to change a bulb in a certified licensing facility only.
A bulb, stipulated in the manufacturer’s manual.
It is prohibited to change a bulb without the permission of the treating garage.
The type of the bulb is unimportant, as long as it works.

4. What’s the correct manner for braking whilst riding a motorcycle?

The front and rear brakes should be operated together in order to slow-down and stop.
The rear brake should be operated and the engine used for slowing down.
Only the rear brake should be operated intermittently. The front brake should not be used.
The front and rear brakes should be operated intermittently.

5. Is it permitted for a motorcycle owner to replace the motorcycle’s original-size tires with tires of a different size?

Yes, but only on motorcycles with a sidecar.
No, unless he obtains a pre-approval to do so from the Licensing Authority.
Yes, provided that the new size deviates within 10% of the size indicated in the vehicle’s registration document.
Yes, he may save fuel that way.

6. What is the meaning of the black-white marking besides the road?

The marking emphasizes the presence of sidewalks and traffic islands next to the road.
Stopping and parking place before a level crossing.
Stopping and parking is absolutely prohibited.
Parking space regulated by the local authority.

7. Is it obligatory to use an appropriate lower gear on every steep descent?

No.
Only on steep descents of at least one kilometer.
Yes.
Only when a “descent ahead” sign is placed at the beginning of the descent.

8. What does the law state as regards to a vehicle driver refusing to undergo a Breathalyzer test at the request of a policeman?

He shall not be allowed to continue holding a driver’s license without performing an alcohol test.
Actual revocation of his driver’s license for a period of at least five years.
Actual revocation of his driver’s license for a period of at least two years and a permanent suspended revocation.
He shall be considered a drunk driver.

9. The following traffic sign is the only sign posted at an intersection. Is it permitted to turn left?

Yes, only during the day.
No.
Yes, only in the intersection.
Yes, in an intersection with traffic lights.

10. What law is applied to a driver of a hand propelled vehicle?

Only two-wheelers are allowed to be powered by persons who don’t have a driver’s license.
Same as that applying to a vehicle driver.
Only private passenger vehicles are allowed to be powered by persons who don’t have a driver’s license.
Only all-terrain vehicles are allowed to be powered by persons who don’t have a driver’s license.

11. What is the correct way to check the road when starting to drive and merging with traffic?

Glance in the mirrors and turn our head in the direction to which we intend to drive.
Look as far as possible ahead.
Glance at the rear view mirror and make sure that there are no vehicles behind us.
Plan our merging with vehicle traffic near us.

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

Give right-of-way to the traffic that crosses ahead.
Non-specific danger.
Give right-of-way to any vehicles that approaches the intersection.
Stop and give right-of-way to approaching vehicles from your opposite direction.

13. The following picture shows a pavement. Which of the following sentences is correct?

Motorcycles are permitted to use the pavement instead of the road.
The pavement is designed for pedestrians only.
Private passenger vehicles are always permitted to park temporarily on the pavement, when there is no parking space on the road.
Bicyclists are permitted to ride on the pavement as well.

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

Crossroad ahead.
Level crossing, two tracks.
Level crossing, one track.
Road-Works site.

15. What is the meaning of the term “driving at a reasonable speed”?

Driving at a speed that allows the driver to perform other actions, which are not essential to driving.
Driving in a similar speed to that of the other drivers around you.
Taking account of road and traffic conditions, in a manner that the driver maintains absolute control of the vehicle and can stop safely at all times.
When the driving speed is determined at the driver’s own discretion, and provided that it doesn’t exceed the statutory speed limit.

16. Parking at an angle on a roadway:

Is allowed when there are designated markings on the road.
Is forbidden, except for motor scooters and motorcycles.
Is forbidden, except for vehicles in a length of 3.5 meters or less.
Is only allowed in a wide roadway.

17. When is a driver of a motor vehicle required to dip the vehicle’s lights?

When driving behind another vehicle and his high beam hits the rear part of the vehicle in front.
When the vehicle’s “fog light” is also turned-on.
Only while driving inside a tunnel.
When driving behind another vehicle and his “fog light” and “high beam” are turned-on at the same time.

18. Under which conditions is it advised to turn on the lights during the day?

When the sun is behind the driver.
When the sun is in front of the driver.
When the sun is to the left of the direction of driving.
When the sun is to the right of the direction of driving.

19. Why is it necessary to use the handbrake for parking only?

The parking brake cannot be used as an emergency brake.
Because its handle or lever is not convenient to operate.
Because its life span is short and shouldn’t be wasted on regular braking.
Because the parking brake doesn’t work on all the wheels and it doesn’t have much power.

20. Is a motorcycle or a motorcycle with sidecar permitted to drive by the side of another motorcycle in the same lane?

Yes, on an urban road only.
Yes, but only on a freeway and when they are in the same lane.
Yes, only for the purpose of lawfully overtaking or passing another vehicle.
Absolutely not, even whilst overtaking.

21. Define “motor vehicle”:

A vehicle propelled by a diesel engine only
A vehicle propelled by a gasoline engine only.
A vehicle, propelled by any power or mechanical means.
A vehicle with at least two wheels.

22. What is signified when a traffic light displays red and yellow lights simultaneously?

Cross the intersection quickly.
Prepare to drive when the green light appears.
When turning right give right-of-way to pedestrians.
The traffic light will shortly display red light only.

23. How should you conduct yourself when exiting premises, a gas station or an access road to a house?

You should give right-of-way to vehicles coming from the left only.
The “right-of-way” rules in such an exit are identical to those that apply to an intersection.
You should give right-of-way to vehicles coming from the right only.
Give right of way to any vehicles approaching the road you are entering and pedestrians on the pavement.

24. What is a driver required to do after crossing a flooded road section?

Stop at the side of the road and wait until the braking system dries up completely.
Make a strong and sudden brake and check if the brakes are responding.
Drive slowly and press gently and intermittently on the brake pedal, to ensure that the brakes function properly.
Continue driving normally, because there is no connection between water and the braking system’s efficiency.

25. When is it permitted to overtake, in one go, two vehicle that are driving before you on your lane

Only on highways.
When overtaking is not prohibited, and when the overtaking can be safely completed.
This type of overtaking is absolutely prohibited by law.
Only when overtaking two private passenger cars.

26. What would you do if your driving lane is obstructed?

Quickly cross the obstruction from either its right or left.
Drive slowly and disregard the road signs that are posted in the place.
Cross the obstruction from the right only, and vehicles approaching from your front are supposed to give you right-of-way.
Obey the signals that are given by a policeman, a signaler or a road sign.

27. Is it permitted to drive under the influence of sedatives?

Only if the driver tends to be influenced by a certain medication.
Yes, sedatives have no affect on driving.
It is permitted to take sedation pills half an hour before driving.
Not if it is specifically indicated in the prescription or by the doctor.

28. The vehicle’s headlights light the road with:

A uniform white or bright-yellow color.
Bright white or yellow color, not necessarily in a uniform manner.
A uniform blue or bright-yellow color.
A uniform red or bright-yellow color.

29. What does the following road marking (double yellow broken line) indicate?

Bicycle lane.
Separation between the roadway and its “hard shoulder”.
Road works in place.
Public transport lane.

30. What should you check when purchasing a new tire for your vehicle?

Only that the air pressure of the new tire is identical to that of the old tire.
Only that the size of the new tire is identical to that of the old tire.
Only that the shape of the tire’s sole (the tire’s surface) is identical to that of the old tire.
The tire’s manufacture date, to ensure it is not too old (over 6 years).

Theory Exam - Motorcycles Exam (A)

1. What are the components of the stopping distance?

2. What are the preliminary actions a driver must perform while getting back up to the road from the “hard shoulder”?

3. Which type of bulb would you use when required to change a bulb in the vehicle?

4. What’s the correct manner for braking whilst riding a motorcycle?

5. Is it permitted for a motorcycle owner to replace the motorcycle’s original-size tires with tires of a different size?

6. What is the meaning of the black-white marking besides the road?

7. Is it obligatory to use an appropriate lower gear on every steep descent?

8. What does the law state as regards to a vehicle driver refusing to undergo a Breathalyzer test at the request of a policeman?

9. The following traffic sign is the only sign posted at an intersection. Is it permitted to turn left?

10. What law is applied to a driver of a hand propelled vehicle?

11. What is the correct way to check the road when starting to drive and merging with traffic?

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

13. The following picture shows a pavement. Which of the following sentences is correct?

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

15. What is the meaning of the term “driving at a reasonable speed”?

16. Parking at an angle on a roadway:

17. When is a driver of a motor vehicle required to dip the vehicle’s lights?

18. Under which conditions is it advised to turn on the lights during the day?

19. Why is it necessary to use the handbrake for parking only?

20. Is a motorcycle or a motorcycle with sidecar permitted to drive by the side of another motorcycle in the same lane?

21. Define “motor vehicle”:

22. What is signified when a traffic light displays red and yellow lights simultaneously?

23. How should you conduct yourself when exiting premises, a gas station or an access road to a house?

24. What is a driver required to do after crossing a flooded road section?

25. When is it permitted to overtake, in one go, two vehicle that are driving before you on your lane

26. What would you do if your driving lane is obstructed?

27. Is it permitted to drive under the influence of sedatives?

28. The vehicle’s headlights light the road with:

29. What does the following road marking (double yellow broken line) indicate?

30. What should you check when purchasing a new tire for your vehicle?