Ohio BMV permit practice test 5
25 questions written from the Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607), covering right of way, signals and pavement markings, road signs, turns and intersections, lanes, highways and freeways 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 1When pulling over for an emergency vehicle, what should you avoid?
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A: Blocking intersections. Pull to the right and stop, avoiding blocking intersections, until the emergency vehicle passes. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Emergency Vehicles (Police, Fire, Medical Vehicles), page 41.
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Question 2When may you turn left on a red light in Ohio?
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A: Only from the extreme left lane of a one-way street onto another one-way street, unless a sign forbids it. Left turn on red is allowed only from the extreme left lane of a one-way street onto another one-way street, unless posted otherwise. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Turning on a Red Traffic Signal, page 20.
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Question 3A pennant-shaped yellow sign on the left side of the road reads NO PASSING ZONE. What does it mean?
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A: Passing is prohibited. The pennant-shaped No Passing Zone sign means passing is prohibited. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 14.
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Question 4You are stopped at a stop sign and cannot see crossing traffic. What should you do?
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A: Edge forward to check for traffic before entering. When stopped at a stop sign where you cannot see crossing traffic, edge forward to check for traffic before entering the intersection. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Tips, page 21.
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Question 5Who may use the openings through a freeway median?
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A: Only emergency and public safety vehicles. Openings through the median are for use only by emergency and public safety vehicles. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Exiting a Roadway, page 22.
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Question 6Which situation calls for MORE following distance?
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A: Following a vehicle that must stop at railroad crossings, such as a bus. Increase following distance in poor visibility, on slippery roads, behind large vehicles, and behind vehicles that must stop at railroad crossings. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Space to the Front, page 34.
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Question 7On a road with four or more lanes, a school bus is stopped with red lights flashing. Who must stop?
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A: Only traffic traveling in the same direction as the bus. On a road with four or more lanes, only traffic proceeding in the same direction as the bus must stop. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping for a School Bus – ORC 4511.75, page 25.
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Question 8When parking on a hill or grade in Ohio, what should you do with your front wheels?
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A: Turn them toward the curb side of the road. Turn the front wheels toward the curb-side of the road, shift to Park, set the parking brake and turn off the engine. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Parking on a Hill or Grade, page 26.
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Question 9A driver with one prior OVI conviction in 10 years refuses a chemical test. How long is the ALS suspension?
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A: Two years. With one prior refusal or OVI/drug conviction, a refusal brings a two-year suspension. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Alcohol and Drug Penalties, page 28.
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Question 10Between which dates are studded tires legal in Ohio?
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A: November 1 through April 15. In Ohio, studded tires are legal from November 1 through April 15. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Tire Safety, page 8.
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Question 11Your vehicle starts to skid. What should you do?
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A: Release the brake or accelerator and turn the wheel into the skid. When you begin to skid, release pressure from the brake or accelerator and turn the wheel into the skid. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Skids, page 42.
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Question 12A 6-year-old who is 4 feet 2 inches tall must ride in:
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A: A booster seat. Children at least 4 but under 8 must use a booster seat unless they are 4 feet 9 inches or taller. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Child Passenger Restraints/Safety Laws - ORC 4511.81, page 30.
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Question 13What happens to an Ohio ID card when the holder is issued a TIPIC?
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A: It is canceled; you may hold only one license or ID card. An Ohio resident may hold only one Driver License or ID card at a time, so the ID card is canceled when the TIPIC is issued. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Temporary Instruction Permit Identification Card (TIPIC), page 5.
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Question 14Posted speed limits in Ohio assume which conditions?
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A: Dry weather without fog or other visibility problems. Speed limits are based on the road design, expected traffic and dry weather without fog or other visibility issues; in worse conditions a reasonable speed may be slower. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Speed Limits - ORC 4511.21, page 12.
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Question 15A pedestrian is about to step into a crosswalk ahead of you. What must you do?
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A: Yield to the pedestrian entering or in the crosswalk. You must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians entering or in a crosswalk. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Crosswalks, page 17.
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Question 16The light turns green, but traffic is backed up across the intersection. What should you do?
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A: Stop before the intersection and wait until there is room on the other side. Do not move into the intersection and stop; stop prior to it and wait until traffic across the intersection moves. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Tips, page 21.
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Question 17A yellow diamond sign shows a T shape. What does it warn of?
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A: Intersection ahead where you must turn left or right. The T-shaped sign warns of an intersection ahead where you must turn left or right. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 14.
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Question 18In an Ohio roundabout, which exit do you use to go straight?
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A: The 2nd exit. Use the 1st exit to turn right, the 2nd to go straight, the 3rd to turn left and the 4th to make a U-turn. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Roundabouts or Traffic Circles, page 21.
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Question 19Vehicles are trying to enter a multi-lane highway near you. What should you do?
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A: Make space by moving over a lane or adjusting your speed. Make space for vehicles entering a multiple-lane or limited access roadway by moving over a lane or adjusting speed. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Space to the Side, page 35.
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Question 20How can you help keep the driver behind you from following too closely?
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A: Keep a steady speed, signal early, and leave more space in front before slowing or turning. Keep a steady speed, signal in advance, and keep more space to the front of your vehicle before reducing speed or turning. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Space Behind, page 35.
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Question 21A stopped school bus has flashing red lights but no stop arm. Must you stop?
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A: Yes, you must still stop. If there is no stop arm, you are still required to stop. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping for a School Bus – ORC 4511.75, page 25.
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Question 22After turning your wheels when parking on a hill, what else should you do?
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A: Shift to Park, set the parking brake and turn off the engine. Shift from Drive to Park, set the parking brake, and turn the engine off. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Parking on a Hill or Grade, page 26.
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Question 23How far back does Ohio look at prior refusals or OVI convictions to set the length of an ALS?
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A: 10 years. The length of an ALS is based on the number of previous refusals or OVI/drug convictions within the prior 10 years. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Alcohol and Drug Penalties, page 28.
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Question 24What is the minimum safe tire tread depth in Ohio?
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A: 1/16 inch. A safe tire has a minimum of 1/16-inch tread depth with no major bumps, bulges or damage. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Inspecting Your Vehicle, page 7.
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Question 25What does the Ohio Digest say about braking during a skid on ice or snow?
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A: Never apply the brakes while skidding. If your vehicle starts to skid, take your foot off the accelerator, steer in the direction of the skid and never apply brakes while skidding. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Winter Driving, page 32.
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