What is Tested in Driving License Subject 4?
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Subject 4, also known as the Subject 4 Theory Test or Driver Theory Test, assesses 'driving ethics.' The main content includes 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 post-accident handling knowledge. Below is an introduction to the content of the Subject 4 test: According to the 'Order of the Ministry of Public Security of the People's Republic of China,' the small vehicle question bank contains 1,240 questions, while the large vehicle question bank has 1,715 questions. Some question types in Subject 4 are derived from Subject 1, focusing on safe and civilized driving requirements, safe driving skills under complex conditions, and emergency handling knowledge. These are tested after the 'Subject 3' practical road driving test to further evaluate the traffic awareness of the candidates.
I recently just finished taking the fourth subject of the driver's license exam, which is the safe and civilized driving knowledge test. It mainly covers traffic regulations and safe driving knowledge, such as how to handle heavy rainstorms, whether to slow down or honk when encountering pedestrians running red lights, and some basic first aid like performing CPR. I think this test is quite important because it doesn’t assess driving skills but rather your judgment and sense of responsibility. The exam format consists of multiple-choice and true/false questions, mostly done on a computer. The question bank includes many real-life scenario questions, and I had to practice daily to pass. Passing this test is necessary to obtain a driver's license, serving as proof that you understand safe driving—especially helpful for new drivers.
