Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. 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.

2. Who is allowed to drive against traffic in a one-way street?

It is prohibited, except for a security vehicle on duty, or in accordance with a policeman’s directions
It is allowed for cyclists only
It is unconditionally prohibited, even when a policeman directs otherwise
It is allowed on holidays, when traffic is light and no disturbance is caused

3. It is prohibited to overtake before a pedestrian crossing:

Anywhere, neither in urban roads nor in inter-urban roads.
In any type of road, except in urban two-lane roads.
When a “pedestrian crossing” blue sign is at place.
Only when a “pedestrian crossing ahead” road sign is placed.

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

Narrow bridge. Give right-of-way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction.
You have right-of-way on the narrow road.over oncoming traffic
One-way traffic ahead.
Driving backwards is prohibited.

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5. What are you required to do when you see that the overtaking silver vehicle intends to return to the right lane?

Deviate to the left lane and overtake the vehicle in front.
Allow it to return safely and without disturbance.
Drive faster in the right lane and overtake the driver before he deviates to the right.
Honk to warn and deter the driver who deviates to the right.

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6. Is a bus driver permitted to refuse entry of children trolleys into the bus?

Yes, in the event that the bus is crowded and there is not enough space.
Yes, when there is no more space in the luggage compartment of the bus.
The driver is always obliged to let children trolleys on the bus.
Yes, but only when the trolley is designed to carry one baby (not when it is a trolley for twins).

7. The following road sign remains valid until:

Until the nearest intersection or until an urban area entry sign.
An “end of urban road” sign.
A road sign that cancels it.
Until the nearest intersection with traffic lights.

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8. Where are you required to stop when the following traffic sign is placed?

At the center of the intersection, where the best field of view is located.
If a stop line is marked – stop immediately after the line.
Stop wherever you want before the intersection.
If a stop line is marked – stop before and close to the line. If a stop line is not marked – stop at the line of the junction.

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9. What is the meaning of the road sign?

Early warning to destinations before an Inter urban junction.
Early warning to destinations before a junction in an urban area.
Early warning to destination before leaving an Urban area.
Early warning to destinations before a motor –way (Freeway).

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10. Vehicles of handicapped people (paraplegic handicap tag holders) are permitted to use a bus lane:

Only in order to get to the garage.
Even when the handicapped person is not in the vehicle.
Also when an escort is driving the vehicle for the handicapped person.
Only when the handicapped person is the driver.

11. 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.

12. Which vehicle should be equipped with a fire extinguisher?

All vehicles, except for private vehicles, tractors, motorcycles and tri-motorcycles.
Every private vehicle.
A tractor.
Every vehicle with an overall weight of up to 3,500 kg.

13. Which of the following road signs marks a "freeway"?

Sign 218.
Sign 216.
Sign 217.
Sign 219.

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14. If traffic sign 118 is placed at an intersection, which sign should be placed about 150 meters before the intersection?

117
205
208
207

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15. 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).

16. According to the picture, who of those involved should take measures to prevent an accident?

The vehicle and the pedestrian are far from each other; hence no measures should be taken.
The pedestrian should stop and allow the vehicle to continue driving.
The driver should slow down and even stop if necessary.
The pedestrian should walk faster and finish crossing.

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17. Which of the following items should be placed on a school transport vehicle?

Only flashing lamps and signs; and a permit of the Licensing Authority should be indicated within the vehicle’s registration documents.
Waste belts and appropriate signs in the front and in the back only. Nothing else.
Only a “children transportation” sign in the front or in the back.
Only flashing lamps; and a permit of the Licensing Authority should be indicated within the vehicle’s registration documents.

18. How should one refer to a pedestrian crossing that is divided by a traffic island?

The pedestrian crossing should be considered as two separate crossings only when a garden separates between them.
A pedestrian crossing that is divided by a separation area in regarded as one long crossing.
There is no difference between a divided and a non-divided pedestrian crossing. They are both regarded as one crossing.
A pedestrian crossing that is divided by a traffic island shall be regarded as two separate pedestrian crossings.

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19. When riding a bus, is it obligatory to obey the instructions of the bus service employees?

Yes, you must obey the orders of the service employees.
No, you don’t have to obey the instructions of the service employees.
No, you should only obey the instructions of policemen in uniform.
No, you must only obey the instructions of policemen and municipal inspectors.

20. What is the meaning of the following road marking?

Warning, road works.
Slow down! Rough road ahead.
Parking zone for private passenger cars.
A stopping place for certain types of vehicles where lay-bys are absent.

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21. You step on the brake pedal and feel that the service brake (foot brake) is not working. What will you do?

Try to brake using the hand break.
Turn the stirring wheel quickly to the right to break by changing the direction of the wheels.
Use the horn and turn-on the lights to warn the driver in front of me.
Try to break by stepping on the clutch pedal.

22. Which road sign would follow road sign 710?

708
716
709
711

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23. Is a taxi without passengers permitted to use a designated bus lane?

No.
Yes, but only on Saturdays and holidays.
Yes, on an urban road, provided that no traffic disturbance is caused.
Yes.

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

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

26. Can a driver refuse to undergo a Breathalyzer test after being requested to do so by a policeman?

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because the policeman represents the health care system and not the law.
A driver is forbidden to refuse a policeman’s request to undergo a “breath test” or to give a blood/urine/saliva sample for testing.
Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because the test contradicts the Basic Law: Human Dignity and Liberty.
Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because of the Protection of Privacy Law.

27. When you are driving behind a “security vehicle”, you should:

Drive at a distance of at least 50 meters behind it.
Drive at a distance of at least 100 meters behind it.
Drive at a distance of at least 200 meters behind it.
Drive at a distance of at least 150 meters behind it.

28. According to the following picture, is it permitted to make a U-turn?

Yes, when the turn can be completed in one continuous movement.
Yes, from the left side of the road.
No.
Yes, provided that the turn is made carefully and without causing any traffic disturbance.

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29. It is prohibited to stop, park or stand a vehicle on or before a pedestrian crossing, within a distance of:

20 meters from the crossing.
15 meters from the crossing.
12 meters from the crossing.
24 meters from the crossing.

30. Which of the following road signs permits U-turns only?

210
212
303
209

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