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Ohio BMV permit practice test 4

25 questions written from the Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607), covering turns and intersections, lanes, highways and freeways, following and passing, sharing the road, parking 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.

25 questions

  1. Question 1At intersections, in what order should you look for cross traffic?

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    A: Left, right, then left again. Search for oncoming and cross traffic, including motorcycles and bicycles: look left, right, then left again. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Intersections and Turning, page 19.

  2. Question 2Where should you slow down when exiting a freeway?

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    A: In the deceleration lane. Maintain speed on the main roadway; signal, move to the deceleration lane and slow there. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Exiting a Roadway, page 22.

  3. Question 3When may you cross a solid yellow line to pass a slow-moving vehicle?

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    A: When it travels less than half the posted speed, you don't exceed the limit, and there is clear space. You may cross a solid yellow line to pass a slow-moving vehicle traveling less than half the posted limit, if you don't speed and have enough clear space. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Slow Moving Vehicles – ORC 4511.31, page 41.

  4. Question 4On a road with fewer than four lanes, a school bus is stopped with red lights flashing. Who must stop?

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    A: All traffic approaching from either direction. If the bus is stopped on a road with fewer than four lanes, all traffic approaching from either direction must stop. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping for a School Bus – ORC 4511.75, page 25.

  5. Question 5Which of these is a place where you may NOT stop, park or stand?

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    A: Alongside a vehicle already stopped or parked at the curb. Double parking—stopping alongside a vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb—is prohibited, as are sidewalks and the front of driveways. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping, Parking, or Standing Prohibited - ORC 4511.68, page 26.

  6. Question 6For a first refusal to take a chemical test (no prior offenses), how long is the Administrative License Suspension?

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    A: One year. First refusal: one-year license suspension. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Alcohol and Drug Penalties, page 28.

  7. Question 7Which headlights should you use in fog?

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    A: Low beams. In fog, use low beam headlights, not high beams, and keep scanning for hazards. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Driving in Fog, page 32.

  8. Question 8If your vehicle breaks down, where should you place emergency flares?

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    A: About 200 to 300 feet behind the vehicle. If possible, place flares about 200 to 300 feet behind the vehicle to warn drivers and give them time to move over. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Vehicle Breakdown, page 43.

  9. Question 9Who must wear safety belts under Ohio's mandatory seat belt law?

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    A: Drivers and front-seat occupants. Ohio's law requires drivers and front-seat occupants of most passenger vehicles to wear safety belts; for drivers under 18 all occupants must. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Safety Belts, page 9.

  10. Question 10What happens if you don't purchase your TIPIC within 60 days of passing the knowledge test?

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    A: You must start over with the vision screening and knowledge test. If a TIPIC is not purchased within 60 days, the applicant must start over with the vision screening and knowledge test. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Temporary Instruction Permit Identification Card (TIPIC), page 5.

  11. Question 11What is the speed limit on Ohio rural freeways?

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    A: 70 mph. Rural freeways have a 70 mph limit. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Speed Limits - ORC 4511.21, page 12.

  12. Question 12When are you NOT required to pull over and stop for an approaching emergency vehicle using its lights and siren?

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    A: When it is traveling in the opposite direction on a divided highway. Ohio requires you to pull to the right and stop for an approaching public safety vehicle, unless it is traveling in the opposite direction on a divided highway. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping the Vehicle, page 18.

  13. Question 13When may you turn right on a red light in Ohio?

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    A: After a complete stop, yielding to all crossing traffic and pedestrians, unless a sign prohibits it. You may turn right on red unless a sign prohibits it; you must come to a complete stop and let crossing traffic and pedestrians clear. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Turning on a Red Traffic Signal, page 20.

  14. Question 14What do Ohio warning signs usually look like?

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    A: Yellow diamonds with black lettering or symbols. Warning signs are usually yellow with black lettering or symbols and are diamond shaped. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 14.

  15. Question 15An approaching car has its turn signal on. What should you do before pulling out in front of it?

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    A: Don't assume it will turn; wait until you are sure. Do not assume the vehicle is turning; the driver may turn after passing you or may have forgotten to cancel the signal. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Tips, page 21.

  16. Question 16You miss your exit on a freeway. What should you do?

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    A: Take the next exit. If you miss your exit, take the next one. Median openings are only for emergency and public safety vehicles. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Exiting a Roadway, page 22.

  17. Question 17What following distance does the Ohio Digest recommend as a minimum?

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    A: Four seconds, or one vehicle length for every 10 mph. Keep a minimum following distance of one vehicle length for every 10 mph, or four seconds between you and the vehicle ahead. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Space to the Front, page 34.

  18. Question 18How far from a stopped school bus must you stop in Ohio?

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    A: At least 10 feet. Traffic must stop at least 10 feet from the front or rear of the bus. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping for a School Bus – ORC 4511.75, page 25.

  19. Question 19Which of these may be parked on an Ohio sidewalk if it doesn't block pedestrians?

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    A: A bicycle, moped or motor scooter of 150 cc or less. A bicycle, electric bicycle, moped, motor scooter (150 cc or less) or micro-mobility device may be parked on the sidewalk if it doesn't impede pedestrians. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping, Parking, or Standing Prohibited - ORC 4511.68, page 26.

  20. Question 20For a first chemical test over the legal limit (no priors), how long is the Administrative License Suspension?

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    A: Three months (90 days). First test over the limit: three months (90 days) license suspension. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Alcohol and Drug Penalties, page 28.

  21. Question 21According to the Ohio Digest, which parts of a highway ice first in winter?

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    A: Bridges, overpasses and shaded spots. Bridges, overpasses and shaded spots on a highway ice first. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Winter Driving, page 32.

  22. Question 22After your car breaks down and is off the road with flashers on, what does the Digest advise?

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    A: Stay in your vehicle until help arrives. Stay in your vehicle until help arrives. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Vehicle Breakdown, page 43.

  23. Question 23Under Ohio law, a child under age 4 or weighing less than 40 pounds must ride in:

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    A: A child safety seat meeting federal standards. Children under 4 and/or under 40 pounds must be properly restrained in a child safety seat. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Child Passenger Restraints/Safety Laws - ORC 4511.81, page 30.

  24. Question 24If a TIPIC applicant is under 18, who must be present to co-sign the application?

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    A: A parent or guardian. If the applicant is under 18, a parent or guardian must be present to co-sign the TIPIC application. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Temporary Instruction Permit Identification Card (TIPIC), page 5.

  25. Question 25Under Ohio law, regardless of the posted limit, you must not drive faster than a speed that lets you:

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    A: Stop within the assured clear distance ahead. Ohio law prohibits driving faster than a speed that allows the driver to stop in the distance available (the assured clear distance ahead). Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Speed Limits - ORC 4511.21, page 12.

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