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Ohio BMV permit practice test 8

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, sharing the road 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 1Drivers in a roundabout must yield to whom when entering?

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    A: Traffic already circulating in the roundabout. Entering traffic yields the right-of-way to circulating traffic; look left and enter when the lane is clear. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Roundabouts or Traffic Circles, page 21.

  2. Question 2What does a single broken yellow center line allow?

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    A: Vehicles in either direction may pass when safe. With a yellow broken line, vehicles traveling in either direction may pass when safe to do so. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Lane Pavement Markings, page 16.

  3. Question 3A round yellow sign with a black X and the letters RR means:

    yellow and black circle road sign
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    A: Railroad crossing ahead. A round yellow warning sign with an X and RR letters indicates a highway-railroad grade crossing ahead. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Railroad Crossings, page 24.

  4. Question 4When the light turns green, what does the Digest recommend before you move into the intersection?

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    A: Pause, because others may not obey the signal. When the light turns green, pause before moving into the intersection; don't rely on others to obey signals. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Tips, page 21.

  5. Question 5Why should you be especially careful around bicyclists on wet roads or roads with sand or gravel?

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    A: These conditions affect bicycles much more than motor vehicles. Wet roads, sand and gravel affect bicycles much more than motor vehicles. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Bicyclists - ORC 4511.52, page 38.

  6. Question 6How is angled parking marked?

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    A: With lines. Angled parking is marked with lines. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Parking, page 26.

  7. Question 7What does the Digest say about combining alcohol with other drugs?

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    A: Never do it; drugs may increase alcohol's effects. Never combine alcohol and other impairing drugs; drugs may increase the effects of alcohol or add effects of their own. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Impairing Drugs and Driving, page 29.

  8. Question 8What is the best way to avoid hydroplaning?

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    A: Slow down when driving in rain and on roads with pooled water. The best way to avoid traction loss from hydroplaning is to slow down in rain and when the road has pooled water. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Hydroplaning, page 33.

  9. Question 9After a minor crash, what should you do if it's safe?

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    A: Move your vehicle out of traffic and turn on hazard lights. Stop, warn traffic, turn on hazard lights, and in minor crashes remove your vehicle from traffic if possible and safe. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): In the Event of a Crash, page 44.

  10. Question 10You are pulled over by police. What should you do?

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    A: Pull right when safe, shift to Park, turn off the engine, lower the window and keep your hands on the wheel. Pull over safely, shift to Park, turn off the ignition, lower the window, stay in the vehicle with your belt on and hands on the wheel. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Police and Traffic Stops, page 31.

  11. Question 11The supervising adult in the front seat of a TIPIC holder's car must not be:

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    A: Intoxicated. The eligible adult in the front passenger seat shall not be intoxicated. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): TIPIC Restrictions, page 5.

  12. Question 12How is a two-way left turn only lane marked?

    white and black vertical rectangle road sign
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    A: A broken yellow line and a solid yellow line on each side, with white two-way left-turn arrows. A two-way left turn lane has a broken and a solid yellow line on each side and white two-way left-turn arrows. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Two-Way Left Turn Only Lane, page 17.

  13. Question 13What is a white X-shaped sign reading RAILROAD CROSSING called?

    white and black crossbuck road sign
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    A: A crossbuck. A white X-shaped (crossbuck) sign with the text Railroad Crossing marks a highway-railroad grade crossing. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Railroad Crossings, page 24.

  14. Question 14What should you avoid doing near a bicyclist?

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    A: Sounding your horn close to them. Avoid sounding your horn close to a bicyclist, turning sharply in front of one, or forcing one off the road. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Bicyclists - ORC 4511.52, page 38.

  15. Question 15Stopping on a sidewalk is allowed:

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    A: Only to avoid conflict with traffic or when directed by an officer or traffic control device. Stopping on a sidewalk is prohibited except when necessary to avoid conflict with traffic or when directed by police or a traffic control device. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping, Parking, or Standing Prohibited - ORC 4511.68, page 26.

  16. Question 16After an OVI test over the limit, may you get your own chemical test?

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    A: Yes, an independent test at your own expense. The individual has the right to have an independent chemical test taken at their own expense. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Administrative License Suspension (ALS) Test Over the Limit, page 28.

  17. Question 17You see a flooded section of road ahead. What should you do?

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    A: Find another route. Do not drive through large bodies of standing water; find another route. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Flooded Roadways, page 33.

  18. Question 18At a crash scene, what should you do with injured people?

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    A: Do not move them; keep them warm and call 911. Call 911 if anyone is injured; do not move the injured and keep them warm. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): In the Event of a Crash, page 44.

  19. Question 19During a traffic stop, if you have a weapon in the vehicle, you should:

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    A: Tell the officer upon first contact. If you have a weapon in the vehicle, inform the officer upon first contact. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Police and Traffic Stops, page 31.

  20. Question 20How much driver education must an Ohio driver under 21 complete?

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    A: 24 hours of classroom or online instruction and 8 hours of driving. Drivers under 21 must complete a licensed driver education class with 24 hours of classroom or online instruction and 8 hours of driving time. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Driver Education Requirements (Under Age 21), page 6.

  21. Question 21What may the center two-way left turn lane be used for?

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    A: Only left turns from either direction, immediately before turning. It is reserved for left-turning vehicles in either direction immediately before the turn; it is not for traveling, passing or merging. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Two-Way Left Turn Only Lane, page 17.

  22. Question 22What background color do Ohio work zone signs have?

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    A: Orange with black letters or symbols. Work Zone signs have an orange background with black letters or symbols. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Work Zones, page 32.

  23. Question 23How much lane width should you give a motorcyclist?

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    A: A full lane width. Allow a motorcyclist a full lane width; they need the space to react to other traffic. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Motorcyclists, page 37.

  24. Question 24Before entering a curve, you should:

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    A: Reduce speed so you can apply slight, constant acceleration through the curve. Before a curve, reduce to a safe speed that allows slight and constant acceleration through it; slow more when traction is poor or you can't see the end. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Speed Management — Adjusting to Roadway Conditions, page 33.

  25. Question 25When exchanging information after a crash, what should you avoid discussing?

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    A: Fault or insurance coverage. Exchange names, addresses, plates and insurance details, but do not discuss fault or insurance coverage. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): In the Event of a Crash, page 44.

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