Ohio Permit Practice Test

Are you prepping for the Ohio BMV written knowledge test? Well, maybe it’s time to sharpen up your know-how in our practice test, and see if you have what it takes to pass it! Think you know all your road signs in Ohio, the rules of the road, and how to drive safely? Our Ohio permit practice test here will help you revise and pass the real thing…

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Ohio Permit Practice Test

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1) What is the maximum speed limit on Ohio interstate highways?

A) 65 mph

B) 60 mph

C) 55 mph

D) 70 mph

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2) In Ohio, when must you stop for a pedestrian at a crosswalk?

A) Only if there is a stop sign or traffic signal

B) Only in school zones

C) Only if the pedestrian is already in the crosswalk

D) Always, whether or not they are in the crosswalk

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3) What should you do if you are approaching an emergency vehicle on the side of the road in Ohio?

A) Stop until the emergency vehicle leaves

B) Ignore and continue at the same speed

C) Speed up to pass quickly

D) Move over one lane if possible or slow down

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4) In Ohio, can you pass another vehicle by driving on the shoulder of the road?

A) Yes, but only in rural areas

B) Yes, if the vehicle is stopped

C) Yes, if the road is clear

D) No, passing on the shoulder is illegal

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5) A white rectangular sign that says "Left Lane Must Turn Left" indicates:

A) The left lane is for passing only

B) No left turns are allowed

C) The left lane is for U-turns

D) You may only turn left from the left lane

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6) What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black "T" indicate?

A) Dead-end street

B) T-intersection ahead

C) Turn lane ahead

D) No turns ahead

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7) What should you do if you are driving on an Ohio road and see a "Lane Ends" sign?

A) Merge into the next lane safely

B) Remain in your lane until it ends

C) Immediately stop

D) Speed up to merge quickly

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8) If a traffic signal is red, but a police officer waves you through the intersection in Ohio, what should you do?

A) Wait until the light turns green

B) Follow the traffic signal and stop

C) Honk to acknowledge the officer

D) Proceed as directed by the officer

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9) In Ohio, when approaching a red light at an intersection, can you turn right?

A) Yes, after coming to a complete stop and checking for traffic

B) No, right turns on red are prohibited

C) Only if there is a sign permitting it

D) Only during non-rush hours

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10) If you are driving in Ohio and your vehicle skids on ice, what should you do?

A) Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction

B) Steer into the direction of the skid

C) Speed up to gain traction

D) Brake hard immediately

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11) If you are approaching a flashing yellow arrow at an intersection in Ohio, what should you do?

A) Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then turn when safe

B) Stop and wait for the light to turn green

C) Proceed without caution

D) Turn left immediately

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12) When is it illegal to use a hand-held cell phone while driving in Ohio?

A) At all times for drivers under 18

B) Only in school zones

C) Only in construction zones

D) Hand-held phones are illegal for all drivers

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13) When driving on a highway in Ohio, what should you do if an emergency vehicle is approaching behind you?

A) Move to the left and stop

B) Continue driving at the same speed

C) Speed up to stay ahead

D) Move to the right and stop

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14) A sign with a red circle and a white horizontal line across the center means:

A) No U-turn

B) Do not enter

C) Wrong way

D) No left turn

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15) When must you yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian in Ohio?

A) Only if they have a green light

B) Only in residential areas

C) At all times, even if not in a marked crosswalk

D) Only if the pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk

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16) When are you allowed to pass a vehicle on the right in Ohio?

A) Never, passing on the right is illegal

B) When the vehicle ahead is making a left turn

C) Only on highways

D) Only when there is a designated passing lane

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17) In Ohio, when driving at night, what should you do to avoid being blinded by oncoming headlights?

A) Speed up to pass the oncoming vehicle

B) Look toward the right edge of the road

C) Flash your high beams

D) Look directly at the lights

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18) If you are convicted of an OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired) in Ohio for the first time, you may face:

A) Jail time only

B) A fine and mandatory license suspension

C) Only a warning

D) No penalties

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19) When parallel parking in Ohio, how close must your wheels be to the curb?

A) No more than 24 inches from the curb

B) At least 18 inches from the curb

C) No more than 12 inches from the curb

D) As close as possible, but no specific distance is required

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20) What should you do if you are driving and it starts to rain in Ohio?

A) Stop immediately on the side of the road

B) Slow down and increase your following distance

C) Continue driving at the same speed

D) Turn on your high beams

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