Is Manual Transmission Subject 2 Easier or Subject 3?
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Subject 3 is more difficult than Subject 2. It's actually quite straightforward to understand. The pass rates tell the story. Last year during the exam, the pass rate for Subject 2 was approximately between 60-80%, while for Subject 3 it was around 40-50%. Since the end of 2013, the standards have relaxed slightly compared to earlier, leading to an increase in pass rates for both. However, Subject 2 consistently maintains a significantly higher pass rate than Subject 3. With sufficient practice, passing Subject 2 is relatively easy. For Subject 3, even with extensive practice, improvement isn't always guaranteed. Below are the examination processes for Subject 2 and Subject 3: 1. Subject 2: Conducted within the test center. Only requires engaging 1st gear without shifting to higher gears, and doesn't involve using the accelerator pedal. The vehicle is typically adjusted so that releasing the clutch provides enough power to move. Thus, after engaging 1st gear, the entire operation can be completed by simply using the brake and modulating the clutch. 2. Subject 3: Involves actual on-road driving. Requires clutch control, gear shifting, and quick adaptation to situations. The difficulty lies in the unpredictability of scenarios. For instance: a car might suddenly emerge at an intersection, or traffic flow at a roundabout is variable with no fixed pattern—sometimes light allowing smooth passage in 3rd gear, other times heavy requiring stops and shifts between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gears without disrupting normal traffic. Additionally, navigating traffic lights or pedestrian crossings with jaywalkers or illegal U-turning vehicles can unsettle examinees, testing their ability to drive safely and adapt. Gear changes must be made promptly as needed.
