Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. What is indicated by the following traffic sign?

End of urban area.
End of vehicle parking and stopping zone.
End of “restriction for driving-instruction".
End of freeway zone.

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

First aid station.
Old age home.
Five star hotel
Hospital.

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3. Which of the following traffic signs means “pedestrians in the vicinity”?

136
226
135
306

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4. How many glass breaking hammers must be placed on a bus?

Four hammers.
One hammer must be placed on the frame-head to the left of each door.
It varies according to the size of the bus.
At least two.

5. Define “parking”

Stopping a vehicle for a defined period of time, in order to unload cargo, intermittently
Stopping the vehicle for more than thirty seconds
Standing a vehicle in order to load it with cargo only, intermittently
Standing a vehicle for an uninterrupted period of time, not for the purpose of immediate loading or unloading of passengers or loading or unloading of goods.

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6. When you use the vehicle’s horn for signaling:

The signal shall be given at a fast and unchanging pace.
You are lawfully required to honk at least three times.
The signal should not be longer than needed.
The signal shall be given in a long and continuous manner.

7. When is it obligatory to operate the vehicle’s different types of decelerators or retarders ?

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

8. 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.

9. Until where does the following road sign remain valid?

Until the next intersection.
Until an “entrance to an urban road” road sign.
Until 150 meters following the place of the sign.
Until the nearest pedestrian crossing.

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10. When are we required to keep a more-than-customary distance from the vehicle driving in front of us?

When driving in low speed on an urban road.
When trucks or other heavy vehicles are in front of us.
Never: A distance of two seconds is always sufficient.
When visibility is poor, when driving on a slippery road or when we are tired.

11. How should one change lanes?

Signal with the winker and make a short diagonal deviation to the intended lane.
After checking and taking account of the position and speed of other vehicles in the intended lane.
Drive as close as possible to the desired lane, and when no vehicle drives behind you – signal with the winker and make a short diagonal deviation to the intended lane.
Deviate quickly and fearlessly in a short diagonal, and verify that you are signaling with the winker.

12. When another vehicle drives in the turning left only lane:

It is permited to pass it from its right side only if it is a slow vehicle
It is permitted to pass it on its rights side.
It is allowed to pass it from its right side with a private passenger car only.
It is prohibited to pass it from its right side.

13. Which warning sign is sometimes placed before traffic sign 302?

135
301
139
150

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14. How would you conduct yourself according to the following picture?

Cyclists are of no danger to vehicles. Drive normally when they are nearby.
The cyclist is not stable and is affected by the fast vehicles passing by. Slow down when approaching him.
When passing by cyclists, drive faster to reduce the period of conflict with them.
When passing by cyclists, honk a few times to have their attention.

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15. 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

16. Is a bus weighing 4500kilos permitted to park within the limits of the following road sign?

Yes.
Yes, but only on weekdays from 21:00 until 05:30.
No.
Yes, but only on weekends.

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17. What is the legal definition of a “public service vehicle”?

A private passenger car that was fitted to transport passengers for hire.
All public transportation vehicles.
A vehicle used or designed to be used for transporting passengers for hire.
A publicly owned vehicle.

18. The white vehicle (1) and the silver vehicle (2) at the intersection, intend to enter the same road. Which of them is obliged to give right of way?

The first one to turn.
The white vehicle.
The first one to enter the road.
The silver vehicle (2) at the intersection.

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19. How should you behave at the following intersection (the red vehicle is not an emergency vehicle)?

Enter the intersection. You have right of way in the intersection (3)
Give right of way to the private vehicle (1), and to the truck (2).
Give right of way to the private vehicle (1).
Allow the big vehicle to drive (2). Big vehicles always get right of way.

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20. Where is a proper place to install plates with the details of the taxi owner and of the driver?

On the frame-head between the doors, on the right side only.
On the inner part of the taxi’s left and right door frame-heads.
Both of them should be installed to the right of the dashboard, in front of the glove compartment.
From both sides of the dashboard.

21. What is the first thing you need to do after entering the vehicle and before starting to drive?

Make sure the hand-brake is applied and adjust the driver’s seat.
Start the engine and adjust the seat for safe driving.
Adjust the seat besides the driver to allow the passenger coming-in from the right an easy entrance.
Make sure you have an extra set of keys (reserve set) for the vehicle.

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

End of overtaking restriction.
End of overtaking section.
End of urban road.
No overtaking for public vehicles only.

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23. It is permitted to park, stop or stand a vehicle when the distance between the vehicle’s wheels and the road’s edge doesn’t exceed:

80 cm.
50 cm.
60 cm.
40 cm.

24. What is the meaning of the following road sign (the yellow colored left arrow)?

It is permitted to drive to the right of the yellow line on the road.
Follow the direction of the yellow arrow only.
Public transportation vehicles are prohibited to pass the signpost on its left.
Only public transportation vehicles are permitted to pass the signpost on its left.

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25. How would you mark a vehicle that was forced to be left standing in the road?

Place a blinking flashlight to be seen to a distance of 30 meters.
Turn on the two front winkers.
Turn on the headlights during “light time”.
Place a warning triangle behind the vehicle that can be seen from at least 100mtrs.

26. Is it permitted to drive on the sidewalk in order to pass a road obstacle?

Yes. It is permitted to bypass the obstacle only through the sidewalk, if it is simpler.
Yes. It is permitted to drive on the sidewalk very carefully and in first gear.
No. It is prohibited to drive on the sidewalk in order to pass an obstacle.
Yes. It is permitted to drive on the sidewalk, but only if the roadway is in a bad condition.

27. What is the normal pressure in a vehicle’s pneumatic (compressed air) braking system?

The maximum pressure the vehicle can generate.
As determined by the vehicle’s manufacturer.
The pressure in which the vehicle brakes efficiently.
As determined by local laws.

28. What are the advantages of looking far ahead?

Looking far ahead extends the braking distance and enhances safety.
Obtaining all the information required for planning the drive according to the road’s conditions and avoiding surprises.
Forward is the only important direction for drivers, and therefore they should look straight ahead.
It allows you to engage in other activities at the same time, such as searching for an address in the GPS.

29. Under what conditions will the Licensing Authority approve change of ownership of a vehicle?

After the seller pays and presents a certification from the Pledge Registrar.
After the Authority is satisfied that all fees and taxes are paid, that all foreclosures and liens are removed, and that there are no further restrictions.
After the buyer of the vehicle pays the lawful fee including property tax for the parking spot.
Only after the Pledge Registrar certifies that the vehicle is free of any foreclosure or encumbrance.

30. 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.

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