Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. What is the legal definition of a “road”

Any place that is open for public passage, except for city streets
Asphalt or concrete paved road ways only.
The term “road” has no legal definition
Any rail, street, alley, square, passage, bridge and any other open space in which the public has a right to pass through

2. How does driving on the right side of the road affect drivers' field of vision?

Keeping to the right improves the field of vision of the drivers in the vehicles behind you.
Driving on the right reduces the view angle of those driving behind you.
There is no connection between driving on the right and the field of view.
The field of vision is not affected: A comfortable field of view can only be created by doubling the required distance between vehicles.

3. It is prohibited to make a U-turn:

When he drives a vehicle longer than eight meters.
When the turn cannot be seen by a driver from any other direction.
When he is in a two-way roadway.
If a road sign prohibiting left turn is placed.

4. When you are driving inside a tunnel which is marked with traffic sign 633:

You should turn on the front lights.
You should turn on the fog lights.
You are permitted to change lanes.
You are permitted to overtake other vehicles.

5. Is it obligatory to obey the directions of a policeman who has identified himself with an appropriate certificate?

No. you must only obey a traffic policeman who directs traffic in an intersection.
Yes, even if his directions contradict those of a road sign.
Generally not.
Yes, but only concerning traffic directions that are given within the intersection.

6. In order to start driving, what is the action the driver has to take before releasing the hand-brake in a vehicle with automatic transmission?

Apply the foot brake pedal, to prevent the vehicle from moving.
Shifting the gear handle from parking (P) to neutral (N).
Pushing the gearbox’s lock button while in parking (P).
Shifting the gear handle to neutral (N).

7. What should you do to reduce the effect of dazzle (blinding) during the dark?

Pull down the sunshade.
Keep the windshield clean.
Blind back the driver approaching from the opposite direction.
Wear dark sunglasses.

8. 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.

9. Who is under obligation to be familiar with the traffic laws and obey them?

Only a pedestrian
Every road user.
Only a professional driver.
Only a driver.

10. Is it permitted to stop any vehicle other than a taxi where the following signpost is placed?

It is absolutely forbidden.
No, except for stopping in order to unload passengers.
Yes, if there are no taxies parked there.
Yes, for the purpose of loading passengers only.

11. Is it permitted to drive an un-roadworthy vehicle?

Yes, if the malfunction doesn’t involve the vehicle’s brake system
It is forbidden to drive an un-roadworthy vehicle that cannot be fully controlled
Yes, if the malfunction involves the vehicle’s lighting system only
Yes, if the malfunction involves the vehicle’s steering system only

12. Where should a panoramic mirror be installed in a bus?

In the back of the bus, so that the driver can see all the passengers.
In the front of the bus, so that the driver can see all the passengers.
In the center of the bus, so that the driver can see all the passengers.
There is no need for a panoramic mirror, as the bus already has enough mirrors.

13. How should drivers conduct themselves while driving opposite one another in a narrow and flat road?

The driver of the bigger vehicle shall increase his speed and pass the narrow part first.
According to the accepted conduct in that road.
The driver of the bigger vehicle shall stop and allow the other vehicle to continue driving through the narrow part.
Slow down and divert their vehicle to the roadway’s edge, , to avoid collision.

14. The purpose of information road signs is to:

Instruct vehicle drivers what to do.
Provide information about places and directions.
Determine prohibitions.
Alert passersby about road hazards ahead.

15. Is a policeman authorized to require a vehicle driver to undergo a blood test for the presence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs?

Yes. A policeman is authorized to require a blood test if he has reasonable suspicion that the driver is under the influence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs.
No. A policeman is not authorized to require the performance of any test without a court order.
No. A policeman is not authorized to require a driver to perform a blood test for determining alcohol or intoxicating-drug levels..
No. A policeman is not authorized to require a driver to perform any type of test, at any given time or place.

16. “Drinking alcohol has a negative effect on the driver’s ability to react”: Correct or incorrect?

Incorrect. Alcohol has a positive effect.
Incorrect. Alcohol improves your mood and your ability to drive.
Correct. Alcohol is a suppressive drug.
Incorrect. The driver feels that he cannot drive when he’s drunk.

17. How is a driver required to conduct himself when a vehicle stops before him on approaching a pedestrian crossing?

He is prohibited from overtaking the vehicle that stopped before the crossing.
He is permitted to overtake if the pedestrian crossing has a traffic light.
He is permitted to overtake the vehicle that stopped before the crossing.
He is prohibited to overtake the other vehicle on an urban road only.

18. Is it permitted to drive a vehicle while one of the doors is open?

No, unless the air-conditioning is out of order.
Yes, when there are no passengers in the vehicle.
Yes, when carrying oversized cargo.
It is absolutely forbidden.

19. Which traffic sign should be placed about 300 meters before a level crossing?

20. When is it obligatory to operate the vehicle speed retarders?

When driving in a road section before which a “hairpin curve” sign is placed.
When driving in a road section before which a “danger of sliding” sign is placed.
When driving in a road section where a “dangerous descent” sign is placed.
When driving in a road section before which a “sharp curve” sign is placed.

21. Which body authorizes and performs taxi license change of ownership?

The Licensing Authority.
The Controller of Road Transport.
The Public Transportation and Railway Authority.
There is no need for a license-conveyance permit, as it contradicts the freedom of occupation choice.

22. Which of the following traffic signs informs about a change in the number of lanes?

109
145
622
All four signs.

23. 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.

24. According to the law what is the maximum permitted length of the bus?

18.75 met.
15.50 met.
13.75 met.
14.10 met

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

Taxi stand in airports.
Designated waiting place for a taxi service route.
Designated waiting place for taxis.
Place for loading and unloading of taxi passengers only. Waiting for passengers is prohibited.

26. According to the picture, how should drivers before the traffic light behave?

Stop and get ready to start driving.
Start driving.
Continue driving.
Prepare to stop, because red light is about to appear.

27. According to the following road signs, what are we expected to come across following the next left turn?

A pedestrian crossing.
An intersection with traffic lights.
An entrance to an urban road.
A level crossing.

28. What should you do when facing a structure, post or closed area, while driving on a one-way roadway?

On an urban road - from either its right or left side; on a highway – always from its right side.
You should pass the place from its left side
You should pass the place from its right side only
You are permitted to pass the place from either its right or left side, unless otherwise marked

29. When are you obliged to stop before a railway crossing?

When a “railway crossing” sign is placed.
When a “right of way for crossing traffic” sign is placed.
You don’t have to stop. Stop at your own discretion when a train is seen and is approaching.
When the train is seen, heard or sounds a warning signal.

30. On which part of a road should a cyclist ride?

As close as possible to the road’s left edge, facing the incoming traffic.
As close as possible to the right hand side of the road.
Where all other vehicles are driving.
It is absolutely forbidden to ride bicycle on any part of a road.

Theory Exam - Public Service Vehicles Exam (D)

1. What is the legal definition of a “road”

2. How does driving on the right side of the road affect drivers' field of vision?

3. It is prohibited to make a U-turn:

4. When you are driving inside a tunnel which is marked with traffic sign 633:

5. Is it obligatory to obey the directions of a policeman who has identified himself with an appropriate certificate?

6. In order to start driving, what is the action the driver has to take before releasing the hand-brake in a vehicle with automatic transmission?

7. What should you do to reduce the effect of dazzle (blinding) during the dark?

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

9. Who is under obligation to be familiar with the traffic laws and obey them?

10. Is it permitted to stop any vehicle other than a taxi where the following signpost is placed?

11. Is it permitted to drive an un-roadworthy vehicle?

12. Where should a panoramic mirror be installed in a bus?

13. How should drivers conduct themselves while driving opposite one another in a narrow and flat road?

14. The purpose of information road signs is to:

15. Is a policeman authorized to require a vehicle driver to undergo a blood test for the presence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs?

16. “Drinking alcohol has a negative effect on the driver’s ability to react”: Correct or incorrect?

17. How is a driver required to conduct himself when a vehicle stops before him on approaching a pedestrian crossing?

18. Is it permitted to drive a vehicle while one of the doors is open?

19. Which traffic sign should be placed about 300 meters before a level crossing?

20. When is it obligatory to operate the vehicle speed retarders?

21. Which body authorizes and performs taxi license change of ownership?

22. Which of the following traffic signs informs about a change in the number of lanes?

23. What is the minimal gap that you should legally maintain from the vehicle in front of you?

24. According to the law what is the maximum permitted length of the bus?

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

26. According to the picture, how should drivers before the traffic light behave?

27. According to the following road signs, what are we expected to come across following the next left turn?

28. What should you do when facing a structure, post or closed area, while driving on a one-way roadway?

29. When are you obliged to stop before a railway crossing?

30. On which part of a road should a cyclist ride?