Ohio BMV permit practice test
25 questions written from the Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607), covering licensing laws and penalties, speed limits, right of way, signals and pavement markings, road signs and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Ohio BMV test has 40 questions and you need 30 right.
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Question 1At what age may you take the vision screening and knowledge test for an Ohio TIPIC?
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A: 15 years and 6 months. At age 15 years and six months you meet the minimum age to complete the vision screening and knowledge test. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Vision Screening and Knowledge Testing, page 4.
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Question 2Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in an alley within an Ohio municipal corporation?
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A: 15 mph. Alleys within a municipal corporation have a 15 mph speed limit. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Speed Limits - ORC 4511.21, page 12.
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Question 3Two vehicles reach a four-way intersection at the same time. Who should yield?
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A: You yield to the driver on your right. Yield to the driver on your right at a four-way intersection if you both arrive at the same time. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Right-of-Way, page 13.
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Question 4What does a steady red traffic light require?
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A: Stop before entering the intersection and wait behind the stop line, crosswalk or intersection until it turns green. A red light means stop before entering the intersection and wait behind the stop line, crosswalk or intersection until the light turns green. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signals – ORC 4511.13, page 13.
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Question 5What does an octagonal red STOP sign require?
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A: All traffic in that lane must stop before proceeding. The Digest describes the stop sign as: all traffic in this lane must stop before proceeding. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signs: Regulatory Signs, page 14.
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Question 6How far before a turn must you signal in Ohio?
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A: At least 100 feet. A turn signal must be given at least 100 feet before the intended turn, by mechanical or hand signal. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Turn Signal, page 20.
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Question 7On a road with four or more lanes, which lane should you normally drive in?
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A: The right lane, using the lane just right of center to pass and turn left. On roads with four or more lanes, drive in the right lane; use the lane just right of center to pass and make left turns. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Lane Travel, page 21.
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Question 8When passing, how far past the other vehicle should you go before returning to your lane?
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A: Until both headlights of the passed vehicle are visible in your rear-view mirror. Continue to pass until both headlights of the passed vehicle are visible in the rear-view mirror, then signal and return. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Passing, page 23.
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Question 9When a train is approaching a railroad crossing, how far from the crossing must you stop?
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A: No closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet. Stop no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet from the crossing when a train is approaching. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Railroad Crossings, page 24.
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Question 10When parallel parking on a two-way street, how close to the right curb must your wheels be?
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A: Not more than 12 inches. Vehicles must be parked facing the direction of traffic, parallel to and not more than 12 inches from the right curb. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Parking, page 26.
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Question 11In Ohio, it is illegal for a driver of any age to operate a vehicle with a BAC of:
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A: .08% or higher. It is against the law to operate a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08% or higher at any age. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Alcohol and the Law, page 28.
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Question 12When does Ohio law require headlights to be on?
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A: Sunset to sunrise, in rain, snow or fog, when you can't see 1,000 feet ahead, and when wipers are on for precipitation. Lights must be on from sunset to sunrise, in rain, snow, fog or other unfavorable conditions, whenever you cannot clearly see objects 1,000 feet ahead, and whenever wipers are in use due to precipitation. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): When to Use Headlights – OAC 4501-15-01, page 31.
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Question 13Your brakes fail while driving. What should you try first?
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A: Apply the parking brake slowly so the rear wheels don't lock. Use the parking brake, applying it slowly so you don't lock the rear wheels; if that fails, turn off the engine, pull off the road and turn on flashers. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Brake Failure, page 43.
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Question 14Which pair of hand positions does the Ohio Digest recommend on the steering wheel?
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A: 4 and 8 o'clock. Place both hands at the 4 and 8 o'clock positions to maintain control and avoid air bags if they deploy. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Steering, page 19.
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Question 15How many questions are on the Ohio knowledge test?
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A: 40. The knowledge test is 40 multiple-choice questions. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Knowledge Testing, page 4.
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Question 16What is the Ohio school zone speed limit during recess and while children are arriving or leaving during normal school hours?
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A: 20 mph. School zones have a 20 mph limit during recess and while children are arriving or leaving during normal hours. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Speed Limits - ORC 4511.21, page 12.
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Question 17When you are making a left turn, whom must you yield to?
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A: Drivers in the opposing traffic lane. Yield to drivers in the opposing traffic lane when making a left turn. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Right-of-Way, page 13.
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Question 18What does a steady yellow traffic light indicate?
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A: The light is about to turn red; use caution and prepare to stop. A yellow light indicates the color is about to change to red; use caution and prepare to stop. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signals – ORC 4511.13, page 13.
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Question 19According to the Ohio Digest, where is a DO NOT ENTER sign used?
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A: At intersections of one-way roads and on freeway exit ramps. The Do Not Enter sign is used at intersections of one-way roads and at freeway exit ramps. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signs: Regulatory Signs, page 14.
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Question 20When making a right turn, you should:
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A: Turn from the right-most part of your lane into the right-most part of the new street, without swinging wide. Avoid swinging wide; turn right from the right-most portion of your lane into the right-most portion of the street you enter. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Right Turns, page 20.
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Question 21Which of these is an exception that allows you to drive left of the center of the road?
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A: An obstruction makes it necessary (yield to oncoming traffic). You must drive on the right half except when passing, on roads with three or more lanes, on one-way roads, when directed, or when an obstruction requires it (yielding to oncoming traffic). Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Lane Travel, page 21.
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Question 22When another vehicle is passing you, what should you do?
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A: Stay in your lane and keep a constant speed. When being passed, stay in your lane and maintain a constant speed to allow the driver to pass. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Passing, page 23.
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Question 23After a train passes a crossing, when may you cross the tracks?
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A: When the train has passed and any warning signals have stopped. Wait until the train has passed and any warning signals have stopped before crossing. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Railroad Crossings, page 24.
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Question 24On a one-way street in Ohio, where may you parallel park?
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A: Within 12 inches of either the right or left curb. On one-way streets, vehicles may be parked parallel to and not more than 12 inches from the right or left curb. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Parking, page 26.
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Question 25What is the BAC limit for Ohio drivers under age 21?
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A: .02%. For drivers under 21 it is illegal to drive with a BAC of .02% or higher. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Alcohol and the Law, page 28.
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