Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. On a single lane two-way road, when the lanes are divided by an unbroken separation line:

Stopping and parking are unrestricted, unless any appropriate road sign is placed.
Parking and stopping are prohibited, even on the “hard shoulder”.
Stopping and parking are permitted in parallel to the sidewalk only.
Stopping is permitted for buses only.

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

Level crossing 300 meters ahead.
Direction and warning posts at the side of the road.
Guardrail marking.
Railway barrier ahead at a work-site

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

The road is open for cyclists and pedestrians.
Crossing for cyclists and pedestrians.
Separate paths for cyclists and pedestrians only.
Path for cyclists only. No entry for pedestrians.

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4. 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.

5. What is instructed by the following road sign?

Give right-of-way. There is no need to stop.
Slow down and give right-of-way.
Stop for a moment, check the traffic and continue driving.
Stop and give right-of-way.

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6. When a driver approaches a narrow bridge, he should:

Cross the bridge as quickly as possible, to allow vehicles coming from the opposite direction to pass it without delays.
Slow down while approaching and crossing the bridge.
Stop before the bridge for safety reasons and then cross it quickly.
Drive faster only while approaching the bridge, and drive slowly on the bridge – in order to enhance safety.

7. You are driving vehicle no. 3. To which of the following vehicles would you give right-of-way?

To none of them. You have right-of-way on the straight road (3).
To the motorcyclist (1) and to the cyclist (2).
To the cyclist only (2).
To the motorcyclist only (1).

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8. When and where are you required to turn on the direction indicator?

You should signal with the winker when you are 150 meters before the turn.
You should only signal before making right-hand and left-hand turns.
You should only signal when other passersby are near.
In such place and time that other road users can notice the given signal.

9. You are driving vehicle no. 2. What should you do in the following situation?

Enter the intersection together with the red vehicle.
Give right of way to the red vehicle (1).
Continue driving (2), since you are on the main road
Continue driving normally - The red vehicle (1) is turning left and therefore it has to yield.

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10. Which of the following traffic signs allows parking in a position that is not parallel to the sidewalk?

815
512
819
513

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11. What is the legal definition of “lighting up time”

The time period of natural lighting conditions, when there is no need to have the vehicle lights turned on
The night time or any other time of the day in which visibility conditions are poor due to weather conditions.
The time period in which the vehicle’s lights must be turned on while driving in a freeway
The night time period, between sunset and sunrise

12. What is the maximum number of passengers a taxi driver is permitted to carry?

The number of passengers he may drive is unlimited.
12 besides the driver.
As the number of passengers that is indicated in the vehicle’s registration documents.
15 besides the driver.

13. “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.

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

Winding road in both directions at the next intersection.
Turn right or left.
No U-turn to the left.
Pass the place that is marked with a signpost from its right only.

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15. How would a strong side-wind affect the movement of the tall truck?

The wind pushes to divert the truck, and the truck driver would be forced to slow down and overcome the lateral force that pushes him to the side.
It would have no effect. A commercial vehicle carrying a heavy load is not affected at all by side winds.
Side winds do not affect heavy vehicles.
It would have no effect. The truck, without cargo, is not affected by the force of side winds.

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16. What must a driver do when approaching a railway crossing?

Continue driving normally. You don’t have to slow down.
Stop, open the vehicle’s windows and listen
Stop at a distance of at least one meter before the railway.
Slow down to a speed which will allow him to stop before the crossing.if necessary.

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17. What is the certified “authority” for issuing bus operation permits?

The district licensing authority.
The Israel Police Commissioner.
The Director of the Vehicle Department in the Ministry of Transportation.
The Inspector of Transport.

18. What is the meaning of the traffic sign in the following picture?

It is a speed restriction that is intended for private vehicles only.
The vehicle’s driving speed should not be lesser than 40 KPH.
It is a speed restriction that is intended for two-wheelers and trolleys.
The vehicle’s driving speed should not exceed 40 KPH.

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19. 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.

20. 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.

21. How are you required to conduct yourself according to the following picture?

Keep driving routinely when the road is clear.
Pass quickly next to the road sign.
Slow down and keep to the right; winding road ahead.
Honk before entering the curve.

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22. In your opinion, why was a continuous line marked on the roadway?

Because of the limited field of vision ahead.
Because of the tree lines on both sides of the roadway.
Because there is a bus-stop bay on the right side of the roadway.
Because the roadway is narrow.

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23. What is required by the following road sign?

Stop and be given right-of-way by traffic in the road that crosses.
The drivers in the road that crosses should give right-of-way.
Give right-of-way to vehicles coming from your right only.
Give right-of-way to traffic crossing on the road ahead.

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24. Is it permitted to drive a motor vehicle on an urban road while its high-beam headlights are on?

Yes.
No, unless the road is not properly lit and provided that other drivers are not blinded.
No.
Only during day time.

25. What is the meaning of the light appearing in the following traffic light (non-flashing yellow)?

Continue driving, because the light is about to change to green.
Stop before the intersection, unless you cannot stop safely.
Continue driving, because the traffic light is about to turn green.
You are permitted to drive straight, right and left.

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26. What is a driver required to do when approaching the following traffic sign?

Slow down before the intersection and proceed in the directions indicated by the Chevrons in the sign only.
Slow down in the place where road works take place and continue driving.
Stop before the sign and turn right or left.
Overtake the sign from left or right and continue driving.

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

Entrance to a one-way street.
Freeway ahead.
Follow the direction of the arrow. No entry for bicycles.
One-lane roadway ahead.

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28. What is the first stage in getting back on the road from the “hard shoulder”?

Signaling with the indicator.
Getting closer from the hard shoulder to the road's edge.
Accelerating the vehicle up to the speed of the vehicles on the road.
Turning the wheel in order to get on the road in a 45 degree angle.

29. Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of an authorized municipal inspector, even when a certain direction or signal is opposed to the traffic signs?

Yes, except in the case of a “stop” sign
No, it is not obligatory to obey
Yes, it is obligatory to obey, with full caution
Yes, except in the case of a “no-entry” sign

30. The following illustration shows a wide road. Which number in it marks a road?

2
8
1
3

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