What does Subject 4 test?
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Subject 4 of the driving test mainly includes the requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, knowledge of safe driving under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations such as tire blowouts, and knowledge of post-accident procedures. Subject 4 is also known as the theoretical test for drivers, assessing "driving ethics." Below is an extended introduction: 1. Question types for Subject 4: The test questions are drawn proportionally from a question bank (currently 1,240 questions for small vehicles and 1,715 for large vehicles), with 50 questions in total—22 true/false, 23 single-choice, and 5 multiple-choice. The questions are primarily presented in the form of case studies, images, animations, etc. The total score is 100, with each question worth 2 points. A passing score is 90, and the test duration is 45 minutes. 2. Subject 4 test rules: If you answer 6 questions incorrectly (12 points), the test will be terminated. Failing Subject 4 does not require retaking previously passed subjects; you can schedule a retest yourself without additional fees. Currently, there are no limits on retaking Subject 4, meaning you can retake it indefinitely. However, the validity period of the driving skill test permit is only three years, so technically, you can retake it unlimited times within the validity period.
Subject 4 mainly tests the theoretical knowledge of safe driving, which I deeply realized after getting my driver's license. It covers traffic rules, civilized driving habits, emergency handling, and more. The exam is conducted on a computer with around 50 questions, mostly multiple-choice and true/false, such as dealing with drunk driving, pedestrian priority, emergency braking, etc. I remember practicing daily on a mobile app for a week, which was quite fun and made me more attentive to pedestrian safety while driving. The passing score is 90, and the content includes sign recognition, accident prevention, driving ethics, etc. This knowledge is especially important for beginners, as it reduces accident risks and helps maintain road civility. Regular practice on simulation apps makes passing the test easy.
