Are There Differences Between Subject 1 and Subject 4?

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The main differences between Subject 1 and Subject 4 include: the number of test questions, question types, content distribution, and focus areas. The information is based on the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses". Number of Test Questions: The most obvious difference between Subject 1 and Subject 4 is the number of test questions. Subject 1 has 100 questions, while Subject 4 only has 50 questions. In Subject 1, the test automatically submits if more than 10 questions are answered incorrectly, whereas in Subject 4, the test submits if more than 6 questions are answered incorrectly. Question Types: Subject 1 consists of 100 questions, each worth 1 point, with a total test duration of 45 minutes. The question types include true/false and single-choice questions, with a full score of 100. Subject 4 consists of 50 questions, each worth 2 points, with a test duration of 45 minutes. The questions are mainly presented in the form of case studies, images, and animations, with question types including true/false, single-choice, and multiple-choice questions, also with a full score of 100. Focus Areas: Subject 1 primarily assesses basic knowledge of road driving, while Subject 4 focuses on safe and civilized driving practices. In simple terms, Subject 1 tests how to drive, whereas Subject 4 tests how to drive safely. Although the difference is just two words ("safe driving"), the emphasis is entirely different. Content Distribution: Subject 1 test content breakdown: 20% on driving license and motor vehicle regulations, 25% on road traffic conditions and rules, 25% on traffic violations and penalties, 10% on traffic accident handling regulations, 10% on basic vehicle knowledge, and 10% on local regulations. Subject 4 test content breakdown: 20% on safe driving knowledge, 18% on civilized driving practices, 8% on the application of traffic signals in various scenarios, 16% on driving in adverse weather and complex road conditions, 12% on emergency avoidance knowledge, 6% on case studies of typical accidents, 10% on accident rescue and hazardous material handling, and 10% on local test questions. There is no limit to the number of attempts for Subject 1 and Subject 4 in the driving test. If a candidate fails, they can reschedule the test. Each scheduled test offers two attempts. If both attempts are unsuccessful, the candidate must retake the test until they pass. Both Subject 1 and Subject 4 are theoretical exams and are part of the motor vehicle driving license assessment. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 refers to the examination on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge. Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills test. Subject 3 is divided into two parts: road driving skills and the safe and civilized driving knowledge test. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4. However, the official terminology (as per the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123) does not include the term "Subject 4".