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Ohio BMV permit practice test 9

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, signals and pavement markings, road signs, 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 1If you disagree with a traffic ticket, what should you do?

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    A: Contest it in court. Be cooperative and don't argue; if you disagree with a ticket, you may contest it in court. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Police and Traffic Stops, page 31.

  2. Question 2How many hours of logged practice driving must an Ohio driver under 21 complete?

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    A: 50 hours, including at least 10 at night. Complete and log 50 hours of driving with an eligible licensed driver, with at least 10 hours of night driving. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Driver Education Requirements (Under Age 21), page 6.

  3. Question 3There is a stop line before a crosswalk at a red light. Where do you stop?

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    A: At the stop line. If there is a stop line before the crosswalk, the stop line must be obeyed. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Crosswalks, page 17.

  4. Question 4In a work zone, a person with a sign or flag is directing traffic. What must you do?

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    A: Follow their instructions. In work zones traffic may be controlled by a person with a sign or flag; you must follow their instructions. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Work Zone Signs, page 15.

  5. Question 5A motorcycle's turn signal is flashing. What should you assume?

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    A: Don't assume it is turning; the signal may not self-cancel. Motorcycle turn signals may not self-cancel, and the rider may have forgotten to turn them off. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Motorcyclists, page 37.

  6. Question 6How far ahead should you ideally look while driving?

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    A: 20 to 30 seconds ahead. Ideally, try to look at what is occurring 20 to 30 seconds in front of your car. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Visual Search, page 33.

  7. Question 7You hit an unattended parked car. What must you do?

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    A: Report it to police or leave the necessary information at the scene. If involved in a crash with an unattended vehicle, you must report it to the police or leave the necessary information at the scene. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): In the Event of a Crash, page 44.

  8. Question 8Which of these is an example of aggressive driving?

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    A: Following too closely and making unsafe lane changes. Aggressive driving examples include speeding, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, improper signaling and ignoring signals and warning signs. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Aggressive Driving, page 10.

  9. Question 9How long must a driver under 18 hold a TIPIC before getting a driver license?

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    A: At least six months. Drivers under 18 must hold the TIPIC for at least six months. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Driver Education Requirements (Under Age 21), page 6.

  10. Question 10Are all crosswalks marked the same way?

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    A: No, crosswalk markings vary. Crosswalks define where pedestrians may cross, but not all crosswalks are marked in the same way. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Crosswalks, page 17.

  11. Question 11What colors may guide signs be?

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    A: Green, brown, or blue. Guide signs may be square or rectangular and green, brown or blue; they show services, points of interest and directions. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Traffic Signs: Guide Signs, page 15.

  12. Question 12Compared with cars, motorcycles need:

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    A: A greater stopping distance. The Ohio Digest says motorcycles require a greater stopping distance than cars and other passenger vehicles. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Motorcyclists, page 37.

  13. Question 13According to the Ohio Digest, at 50 mph on dry pavement with good brakes, braking alone takes about:

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    A: 158 feet. At 50 mph on dry pavement with good brakes, it can take about 158 feet to stop. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping Distance = Space Cushion, page 34.

  14. Question 14Within what time may you file a Crash Report (BMV 3303) with the BMV when the other driver was uninsured?

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    A: Six months. You may file Form BMV 3303 within six months if there was more than $400 damage or injury and the other party had no insurance. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): In the Event of a Crash, page 44.

  15. Question 15What is a distraction while driving?

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    A: Anything that takes your hands, eyes or mind away from driving. A distraction is anything that takes attention away from driving—hands off the wheel, eyes off the road, or mind off driving. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Distracted Driving, page 10.

  16. Question 16How long must a temporary resident age 21 or older hold a TIPIC before getting a license?

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    A: At least 14 days. A temporary resident 21 or older must hold the TIPIC for at least 14 days, plus complete driver education and 50 logged hours. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Driver Education Requirements (Temporary Resident Age 21 and Older), page 6.

  17. Question 17What do route number signs tell you by their shape and color?

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    A: The type of roadway, such as interstate, U.S., state, county or local. The shape and color of route number signs indicate the type of roadway: interstate, U.S., state, city, county or local road. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Route Number Signs, page 15.

  18. Question 18If you can't see a truck driver's face in the truck's side mirror, then:

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    A: The truck driver can't see you. If you cannot see the driver's face in the side-view mirror, the driver cannot see you. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): The "No Zone", page 40.

  19. Question 19What is the average reaction time for a driver?

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    A: 3/4 second to 1 second. The average driver has a reaction time of 3/4 second to 1 second; perception time for an alert driver is also 3/4 to 1 second. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Stopping Distance = Space Cushion, page 34.

  20. Question 20Most new vehicles have ABS. What does ABS do?

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    A: Lets you stop without skidding. Most new vehicles have ABS (anti-lock braking system) to stop the vehicle without skidding. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Braking, page 42.

  21. Question 21When may you tap your horn lightly?

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    A: When a pedestrian or bicyclist appears to be moving into your lane. Tap your horn lightly when pedestrians or bicyclists seem to be moving into your lane, when passing a driver starting to turn into you, or when a driver isn't paying attention. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Use Your Horn, page 35.

  22. Question 22How can you obtain an Ohio motorcycle license or endorsement?

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    A: Complete a motorcycle skills test at a Driver Exam Station or Motorcycle Ohio's Basic Riding Skills Course. Obtain a motorcycle license or endorsement by completing a motorcycle skills test at a Driver Exam Station or the Motorcycle Ohio Basic Riding Skills Course. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Motorcycle Ohio, page 6.

  23. Question 23A fluorescent or reflective orange-and-red triangle on the back of a vehicle means it travels at less than:

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    A: 25 mph. The slow-moving vehicle triangle means the vehicle is traveling less than 25 mph. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Slow Moving Vehicles – ORC 4511.31, page 41.

  24. Question 24A loaded truck at 55 mph under ideal conditions needs at least how far to stop?

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    A: 335 feet. A loaded truck with good tires and brakes at 55 mph needs a minimum of 335 feet to stop, more than 1½ times a passenger vehicle's distance. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): The "No Zone", page 40.

  25. Question 25Fatigue can:

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    A: Affect your vision and decrease your reaction time. Fatigue can affect your vision and decrease your reaction time. Ohio Driver Manual — Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws (HSY 7607): Fatigue, page 10.

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