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Remember: the real knowledge test has 40 questions.
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Remember: the real knowledge test has 40 questions.
#1. If a speed sign isn't posted before a curve:
If a speed limit is not posted before a curve, you must judge how sharp the curve is and change your speed. Slow down before you enter the curve. Braking and turning at the same time may cause your car to skid.
#2. You approach this sign. What should you expect ahead?
Sharp tight turn. Slow down and be prepared for a sharp right turn in the road ahead.
#3. What should you expect ahead?
Two-Way Traffic. On this road, traffic is moving in both directions.
Remember, you should drive in the right-hand lane and expect oncoming traffic in the left-hand lane.
#4. When is a driver permitted to turn right on a red traffic signal?
In Ohio, it is legal to turn right after stopping at a red traffic signal, but only when:
- There is no sign posted at the intersection forbidding right turns on red.
- You have come to a complete stop and have allowed all crossing traffic and all pedestrians to proceed through the intersection.
- You can clearly see that the turn can be completed safely.
A left turn on red may be made only from the extreme left lane of a one-way street to the extreme left lane of another one-way street, providing there is no sign posted forbidding a left turn on red.
#5. You must always stop before a railroad crossing if:
Don’t get trapped on a grade crossing. Never drive onto a grade crossing until you are sure you can clear the tracks. Once you have started to cross the tracks, keep going, especially if you see a train approaching.
#6. A temporary instruction permit does not allow you to drive:
The temporary instruction permit authorizes you to practice for your skills test by driving on the street, but only when accompanied by a licensed driver 21 years of age or older occupying the seat beside you. If you are under age 16, you must drive with a parent, guardian or certified driving instructor occupying the seat beside you.
#7. Trucks and buses have:
Generally speaking, the bigger vehicles are, the bigger their blind spots.
#8. On a country road at night, a vehicle with high beams comes toward you. What should you do?
When another vehicle is approaching yours, be sure to dim your headlights. If a car approaches you with bright lights on, do not stare at the lights. Instead, look down the right edge of your lane.
#9. An unbroken yellow line on the right-hand side of the centerline means:
If the solid yellow line is closer to you, you cannot cross the lines. If the broken line is closer to you, you can only cross the line to pass another vehicle when it is safe to do so.
#10. Which is a suitable restraint system for children who are four through eight years old?
When any child who is at least 4 years of age but less than 8 years of age is being transported in a motor vehicle, the operator of the vehicle shall have the child properly restrained in a booster seat unless the child is four feet and nine inches or taller.
#11. Under normal conditions, your car horn must be heard from a distance of at least:
Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with a horn which is in good working order, capable of emitting sound and audible under normal conditions, from a distance of at least 200 feet.
#12. When a firefighter is directing you to do a U-turn against existing signs, you should:
Traffic control can be provided by law enforcement, firefighters, flaggers, or school crossing guards. Drivers must obey directions from these individuals, even if the directions are different than what the traffic lights and signs indicate.
#13. If a traffic signal light is not working, you must:
By law, except when a law enforcement officer is present to direct traffic, drivers must treat the non-working traffic signal as a four-way stop. After stopping, due care should be taken before proceeding through the intersection, as other drivers may wrongfully view the inoperable traffic signal as clearance to proceed without stopping.
#14. What do the light gray areas in the picture mark?
Turn your head before changing lanes because your mirrors have blind spots. These blind spots can hide a motorcyclist or a bicyclist. Do not drive in another driver’s blind spot.
#15. When you park your vehicle on any street, you must park:
A vehicle must be parked facing the direction of traffic on that side of the street, parallel to and not more than 12 inches from the right curb.
#16. A warning sign with these symbols has the following shape:
The circle is reserved for railroad crossing signs. It means that there is a railroad crossing ahead. Look, listen, slow down, and be prepared to stop for trains
#17. This sign tells you:
Winding Road. You are approaching a series of curves. Slow down and drive carefully.
#18. When you see a sign with this shape and color, you must:
You must come to a complete stop at the sign, stop line, pedestrian crosswalk, or curb. Wait for any vehicle or pedestrian to clear the way.
#19. What does this sign mean?
No Right Turn. This sign means that you are not allowed to turn right at the intersection.
#20. If you use another person's driver's license to buy alcoholic beverages, it will result in a suspension of your license for:
No person can use a falsified driver’s license or one that has been altered or belongs to someone else to buy alcoholic beverages. The penalty for this law is an automatic one-year suspension of driving privileges.
| This Ohio BMV Sample Test | |
|---|---|
| Questions on each practice test: | 20 |
| Question pool: | 500+ |
| Type of test: | Random multiple-choice test |
Facts about Your Ohio BMV Test
| Ohio Written Knowledge Test for Permit or Driver’s License | |
|---|---|
| Number of questions on exam: | 40 questions |
| Passing score: | 75 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 30 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | 25 minutes |
| Wait time before retest: | 1 day |
This Ohio Permit Practice Test
Each practice on this website has 20 random questions.
We base all practice questions on the information in the Ohio Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws and real examinations. After each question, you will get instant feedback on whether your answer is correct. If you miss a question, there is also a brief explanation to help you learn faster.
Like the actual exam, about half the questions will check your knowledge of common signs, signals, and markings—the other half addresses standard road rules and Ohio traffic laws.
The passing score in Ohio is 75%, but you should aim higher on the practice test to ensure you can pass the first time.
Each set of practice questions are from an extensive question bank, meaning each test is unique, and you can practice as often as you need to get comfortable with all questions and answers. A 100% score on several tests will boost your confidence before the real examination.
1 Get the Ohio Handbook
Start by getting the latest version of the Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws.
It is the official Ohio Driver’s Handbook issued by the Ohio Department of Public Safety.
You can get a hard copy from a local BMV office or download a PDF-version online .
Unfortunately, surveys show that students spend less time with the Ohio Handbook than ever before. Many students find the Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws difficult to “digest” with a lot of information that is off the target and offers little help in learning safe driving or understanding standard road rules.
Even if the handbook outlines all the information a first-time permit applicant needs for the examination, many rely on online information and practice tests such as this practice test instead.
We recommend that you refrain from bypassing the Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws altogether, even if it is boring and is a poor study guide.
It is best to use practice tests as a supplement to the handbook, not instead of it.
2 Use the Practice Tests
A mock theory test or practice test has two purposes:
- It lets you familiarize yourself with the test format.
- It gives you feedback about your current knowledge level.
Experts agree that practice tests also help you learn faster. They boost your confidence and make new knowledge stick better.
It is an excellent example of the advantages of active learning.
Challenging practice tests help you more. They will improve your test-taking endurance, and you will learn to pace yourself and read everything twice. When test takers make errors on the knowledge exam, they often knew the answer but didn’t read all the way through and answered in hast.
3 Write Your Own Explanations
Writing or taking notes is another approach to active learning. Some will say you should keep notes short and simple. Some also say that notes serve one purpose – to help you remember information.
This is not true.
You should use notes to rewrite the information in your own words. The longer, the better. It triggers a reflecting process that promotes learning. You don’t necessarily have to go back to the notes afterward.
Short and automatic notes you scribble down and read repeatedly won’t help. No matter how well you organize them. They have the same low effect on your learning as highlighting, underlining, and rereading the text in your textbook. It becomes static.
We have collected some more good advice in this article: How to Ace the DMV Test .
What You Should Know about the Ohio Knowledge Test
The test is random. You’ll never know which questions you will get.
You must correctly answer 30 questions out of 40 (75% passing score). Half of the questions will address signs and signals.
There is an allotted time of 25 minutes for each test (most finish in 10-15 minutes).
If you fail the test, you can take it again the next day.
The Ohio knowledge test is available in several languages:
Chinese
English
Japanese
Russian
Spanish
Please get in touch with your local driver’s license exam station for tests in any other language.
Remember that you must always be able to understand directions and read traffic signs printed in English.
If you cannot read or write well enough to take a knowledge test may be permitted to take an audio version of the test in English. You must still be able to read and comprehend the traffic signs.
Who Must Take the Written Knowledge Test?
All persons applying for a first permit or driver’s license must pass a written test that is given in two parts and covers Ohio motor vehicle regulations and traffic signs.
These requirements also apply to drivers who have allowed their license to expire for more than six months and to persons who must apply for a new license after losing it due to a suspension or revocation.
If you hold a driver’s license from a country other than the United States or Canada and wish to convert to an Ohio driver’s license, you must pass all required tests (vision, knowledge, driving, and maneuverability). The maneuverability test is, however, waived for holders of a license from Germany, France, or Japan.
What Documents do You Need?
When you apply for a temporary permit or full driver’s license at BMV, you must show proof of your:
Full legal name
Date of birth
Legal presence in the US
Social Security number
Ohio street address
Bring your Birth Certificate or U.S. passport (they prove your name, date of birth, and legal presence), your Social Security Card, and at least two documents showing your name and street address.
As proof of your address, BMV will typically accept pay stubs, bank statements, credit card statements, and school records (more examples ). Note that you need two documents from different sources.
If you are a minor, a certified statement of your Ohio address from your parents or legal guardian is enough.
As a resident alien, you need your green card or visa to prove your legal presence in the U.S.
Once BMV has accepted your documents, you can proceed with the knowledge test and the vision screening.
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