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Ohio BMV permit practice test 6

25 questions written from the Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607), covering safe and defensive driving, licensing laws and penalties, speed limits, right of way, signals and pavement markings 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 what height may a child age 4 to 7 use a safety belt instead of a booster seat in Ohio?

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    A: 4 feet 9 inches or taller. A booster seat is required for ages 4 to under 8 unless the child is 4-foot 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.

  2. Question 2A TIPIC holder under 16 may drive only with whom in the front passenger seat?

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    A: A parent, guardian, custodian, licensed driving instructor, or a person 21+ acting in loco parentis. Under 16, a parent, guardian, custodian, licensed driving instructor, or a person 21 or older acting in loco parentis must occupy the front passenger seat. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): TIPIC Restrictions, page 5.

  3. Question 3What can happen if you speed in an Ohio work zone?

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    A: Doubled fines and possible jail time. Consequences for speeding in a Work Zone can include doubled fines and jail time. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Work Zone Signs, page 15.

  4. Question 4A pedestrian carrying a white cane or using a guide dog is crossing. Who has the right-of-way?

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    A: The pedestrian. Pedestrians who are visually impaired or blind (with a white cane or guide dog) have the right-of-way. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Pedestrians, page 37.

  5. Question 5What do white lane lines separate?

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    A: Traffic traveling in the same direction. White lines separate traffic traveling in the same direction and may be solid or broken. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Lane Pavement Markings, page 16.

  6. Question 6A yellow diamond sign shows a Y shape. What does it warn of?

    yellow and black diamond road sign
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    A: The road branches ahead. The Y-shaped sign means road branches ahead. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 14.

  7. Question 7In an Ohio roundabout, which exit do you use to turn left?

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    A: The 3rd exit. Use the 3rd exit to turn left (1st = right, 2nd = straight, 4th = U-turn). Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Roundabouts or Traffic Circles, page 21.

  8. Question 8When a tractor-trailer is passing you, what should you do?

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    A: Move to the outside portion of your lane, away from the truck. When a tractor-trailer passes, leave more space by moving to the outside portion of your lane away from it. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Space to the Side, page 35.

  9. Question 9How long must you stay stopped for a school bus on a two-lane road?

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    A: Until the bus begins to move or the driver signals you to proceed. Remain stopped until the bus begins to move or the bus driver signals motorists to proceed. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping for a School Bus – ORC 4511.75, page 25.

  10. Question 10May you park in a space marked with a wheelchair symbol?

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    A: Only if you have been issued a disability placard or disability license plate. Do not park in spaces reserved for people with disabilities unless you have been issued a disability placard or plate. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): No-Parking Zones / Handicapped Spaces, page 26.

  11. Question 11What is the possible license suspension for Operating a Vehicle after Underage Alcohol Consumption (OVUAC)?

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    A: Three months to two years. An OVUAC can result in a suspension of three months to two years, plus a remedial driving course, reinstatement fees and re-examination. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Operating a Vehicle after Underage Alcohol Consumption (OVUAC), page 28.

  12. Question 12In the penny test for tire tread, what does it mean if you can see all of Lincoln's head?

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    A: The tires are too worn and should be replaced. If you can see all of the President's head, your tires are too worn—replace them. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Tire Safety, page 8.

  13. Question 13What causes skids?

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    A: Driving too fast for conditions, stopping too suddenly, or tires losing grip. Skids are caused by traveling too fast for conditions, stopping too suddenly, or when tires can no longer grip the road. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Skids, page 42.

  14. Question 14Children from age 8 through age 15 must be restrained with:

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    A: A safety belt. Children at least 8 but not older than 15 must be properly restrained with a safety belt. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Child Passenger Restraints/Safety Laws - ORC 4511.81, page 30.

  15. Question 15A 16-year-old TIPIC holder wants to drive at 12:30 a.m. Who must be in the front seat?

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    A: A parent, guardian, or custodian with a valid license. Ages 16-17 may drive with any licensed driver 21+, except from midnight to 6 a.m., when a parent, guardian or custodian with a valid license must ride along. (The BMV website also accepts a licensed driver 21+ named on a notarized form BMV 2438, so a random 21+ driver is still not enough.) Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): TIPIC Restrictions, page 5.

  16. Question 16Should you reduce speed in a work zone even if no workers are present?

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    A: Yes, always reduce speed in a work zone. Always reduce your speed in a Work Zone, even if there are no workers; narrow lanes and rough pavement can be hazardous. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Work Zones, page 32.

  17. Question 17Coming out of an alley or driveway in a business or residential district, where must you stop?

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    A: At the sidewalk, or if none, before entering the roadway, yielding to pedestrians. When emerging from an alley, driveway or private road, stop at the sidewalk (or before the roadway if there is none) and yield to any pedestrian on the sidewalk. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping the Vehicle, page 18.

  18. Question 18What does a yellow line separate?

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    A: Traffic traveling in opposite directions. A yellow solid line separates traffic traveling in opposite directions. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Lane Pavement Markings, page 16.

  19. Question 19A yellow diamond sign shows two vertical arrows pointing in opposite directions. What does it mean?

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    A: Traffic travels in opposite directions (two-way traffic). This warning sign means traffic travels in opposite directions. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 14.

  20. Question 20In which direction do vehicles travel in an Ohio roundabout?

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    A: Counterclockwise around the center island. Vehicles travel counterclockwise around a raised center island. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Roundabouts or Traffic Circles, page 21.

  21. Question 21When following a motorcyclist, what minimum following distance should you allow?

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    A: 4 seconds, more in wet conditions. When following a motorcyclist, allow at least a 4-second following distance, or more in wet conditions. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Motorcyclists, page 37.

  22. Question 22What will a school bus driver do if they believe you illegally passed the stopped bus?

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    A: Report your license plate and location to law enforcement. School bus drivers who believe a motorist unlawfully passed will report the plate number and location to law enforcement. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping for a School Bus – ORC 4511.75, page 25.

  23. Question 23How might parking restrictions be shown besides signs?

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    A: Colored curb markings. Some parking restrictions are indicated by colored curb markings; check for signs or painted curbs. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): No-Parking Zones / Handicapped Spaces, page 26.

  24. Question 24A person convicted of OVI five or more times in 20 years is placed on:

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    A: Ohio's Habitual OVI/OMVI Offender Registry. They face jail, possible vehicle immobilization or forfeiture, and placement on Ohio's Habitual OVI/OMVI Offender Registry. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Alcohol and Drug Penalties, page 28.

  25. Question 25When should you check tire pressure?

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    A: When the tires are the same temperature as the surrounding air. Check tire pressure when the tires are the same temperature as the surrounding air, using a gauge. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Tire Safety, page 8.

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