Ohio permit practice test
The Ohio BMV knowledge test has 40 questions and you need 30 correct (75%) to pass. In Ohio the permit test is also called the temps test. This free practice test uses the same numbers, with 50 questions written from the Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws.
Ohio practice test
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What must traffic in your lane do at this sign?
A stop sign means every vehicle in that lane has to stop before it goes on.
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What does this sign tell you to do?
At a yield sign you give way to all oncoming traffic. You have to stop only when going ahead would affect other traffic.
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What does the red circle with a slash on this sign mean?
A red circle with a slash stands for the word NO. The action pictured inside it, here a left turn, is not allowed.
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What do most warning signs look like?
Warning signs tell you about possible danger ahead. They are usually yellow and diamond shaped, with black lettering or symbols.
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What does an orange background on a road sign tell you?
Work zone signs have an orange background. Near a work zone, stay alert, reduce your speed, follow the signs and watch for workers and equipment.
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What does this round yellow sign warn you about?
A round yellow sign with an X and the letters RR marks a highway-railroad crossing. Slow down and be ready to stop if a train is coming.
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This orange and red triangle is on the back of the vehicle ahead. What does it mean?
The orange and red triangle is shown on the rear of animal-drawn vehicles, farm equipment and construction equipment that travel less than 25 mph.
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What must you do at a flashing red traffic signal?
At a flashing red signal, come to a complete stop. Enter the intersection only after making sure no traffic is crossing your path.
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What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?
A flashing yellow signal means slow down and go with caution. Be ready to stop for traffic that may be entering the intersection.
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A power outage has shut off a traffic signal and no officer is directing traffic. How do you treat the intersection?
Unless an officer is directing traffic, a signal that is not working is treated as a four-way stop. Go carefully, because other drivers may not stop.
Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws, section 10
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What do white lane lines separate?
White lines divide lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. Yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions.
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The center of a two-lane road has a solid yellow line beside a broken yellow line. Who may pass?
Passing is allowed for drivers who have the broken line on their side. Drivers with the solid line on their side may not pass.
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You reach a four-way intersection at the same time as a driver on your right. Who has the right-of-way?
When two drivers arrive at a four-way intersection at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
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An ambulance with flashing lights and a siren is coming up behind you. What must you do?
When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren, pull over to the right quickly and safely, stop, and stay there until it has passed. Do not block an intersection.
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Who has the right-of-way at a roundabout?
Drivers entering a roundabout yield to traffic already in it. Look to the left and enter when the lane is clear.
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What is the Ohio speed limit in a school zone while children are arriving at or leaving school?
The school zone limit is 20 mph during recess and while children are arriving at or leaving school during normal school hours.
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What is the speed limit on rural freeways in Ohio?
Ohio sets a speed limit of 70 mph on rural freeways. Drive slower than the limit when weather, traffic or road conditions are poor.
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The posted limit is 55 mph, but heavy rain has cut how far you can see. What does Ohio law require?
No matter what the sign says, you may not drive faster than a speed that lets you stop within the clear distance ahead. In bad conditions that can be slower than the limit.
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How far before a turn must you begin signaling in Ohio?
Give a turn signal at least 100 feet before you turn. You can use the vehicle's signal lights or the matching hand and arm signal.
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When may you turn left at a red light in Ohio?
After a full stop, a left turn on red is allowed only from the far-left lane of a one-way street onto another one-way street, and only if no sign forbids it.
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In Ohio, when may you cross a solid yellow line to pass a slow-moving vehicle?
You may cross a solid yellow line to pass a vehicle going less than half the posted limit, if you stay within the speed limit and the oncoming lane has enough clear space.
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When you park along a curb in Ohio, what is the farthest your vehicle may be from the curb?
Park facing the direction of traffic on that side of the street, parallel to the curb and no more than 12 inches from it.
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In Ohio, you may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?
Stopping, standing or parking within 10 feet of a fire hydrant is not allowed.
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In Ohio, you may not park within how many feet of an intersection or crosswalk?
You may not stop, stand or park in an intersection or crosswalk, or within 20 feet of one.
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At what blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) is it illegal for a non-commercial driver age 21 or older to drive in Ohio?
Driving with a BAC of .08% or higher is illegal at any age. Alcohol blurs vision, slows reaction time and weakens judgment.
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For a driver under age 21, what is the lowest BAC that is illegal in Ohio?
Drivers under 21 may not drive with a BAC of .02% or higher. The legal drinking age in Ohio is 21.
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How long is the administrative license suspension for a first refusal to take a chemical test in Ohio?
A first refusal of the chemical test brings a one-year administrative license suspension that starts immediately. It stays in place even if the driver is later acquitted.
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A 16-year-old TIPIC holder wants to practice driving at 1 a.m. Who must ride in the front passenger seat?
At 16 or 17, a TIPIC holder may practice with any licensed driver 21 or older, except from midnight to 6 a.m., when a licensed parent, guardian or custodian must ride along.
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How many hours of practice driving must an Ohio driver under 21 log before getting a license?
Drivers under 21 must complete and log 50 hours of driving with an eligible licensed driver, and at least 10 of those hours must be at night.
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How long must a driver under 18 hold a TIPIC before getting an Ohio driver license?
A driver under 18 must hold the TIPIC for at least six months, in addition to finishing driver education and the logged practice hours.
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During the first 12 months of holding a license, which hours are restricted for Ohio drivers under 18?
For the first 12 months, a licensed driver under 18 may not drive from midnight to 6 a.m. unless a parent or guardian rides along or it is a documented work, school or religious trip.
Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws, section 12
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In the first 12 months with a license, how many non-family passengers may an Ohio driver under 18 carry without a parent or guardian?
During the first 12 months, a driver under 18 may carry no more than one passenger who is not a family member, unless a parent or guardian is in the vehicle.
Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws, section 12
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What is Ohio's minimum liability insurance for the injury or death of one person?
Ohio requires at least $25,000 for injury or death of one person, $50,000 for two or more people, and $25,000 for property damage.
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May an Ohio driver under 18 make a hands-free phone call to a friend while driving?
Drivers under 18 may not use any electronic device while driving, even hands-free or while stopped at a light. The only exceptions are navigation and calls to emergency services.
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It is daytime and you turn on your windshield wipers because of rain. What does Ohio law require?
Headlights must be on any time the wipers are in use because of precipitation, as well as from sunset to sunrise and whenever visibility is poor.
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Ohio requires headlights whenever natural light does not let you clearly see objects how far ahead?
Turn on your headlights at any time when natural light is too poor to clearly see objects 1,000 feet ahead.
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When are studded tires legal in Ohio?
Studded tires may be used in Ohio only from November 1 through April 15.
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In Ohio, a child who is at least 4 but under 8 must ride in a booster seat unless the child is at least how tall?
A child who is at least 4 but younger than 8 must be secured in a booster seat, unless the child is 4 feet 9 inches or taller.
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A train is approaching a railroad crossing. Where must you stop?
When a train is coming, stop no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet from the crossing. Wait until the train has passed and the warning signals have stopped.
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A school bus stops for children on a two-lane road, and you are coming from the opposite direction. What must you do?
On a road with fewer than four lanes, traffic from both directions must stop at least 10 feet from the bus and stay stopped until it moves or the driver signals you on.
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A school bus stops for children on a road with four or more lanes. Which traffic must stop?
On a road with four or more lanes, only traffic moving in the same direction as the bus must stop behind it and wait until the bus moves.
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How wide a safety zone must you keep between your vehicle and a bicycle?
Keep a safety zone of at least three feet between your vehicle and a bicycle, slow down near bicyclists, and pass only when it is safe.
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You are approaching a police car stopped on the roadside with its warning lights on. What does Ohio law require?
Ohio's Move Over law requires you to change to a lane away from the stopped vehicle when it is safe. If you cannot change lanes, slow down and proceed with caution.
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Your vehicle starts to skid on an icy road. Which way should you turn the steering wheel?
In a skid, take your foot off the accelerator and turn the steering wheel in the direction the vehicle is skidding.
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Your brakes fail while you are driving. What should you try first?
If the brakes fail, apply the parking brake slowly so the rear wheels do not lock and cause a skid. If that does not work, turn off the engine and pull off the road.
Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws, section 10
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A tire blows out while you are driving. What should you do?
After a blowout, hold the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle going straight. Do not brake; let it slow down gradually, then pull off the road in a safe place.
Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws, section 10
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How many penalty points within two years will cause the BMV to suspend an Ohio driver license?
A driver who collects 12 or more points within two years gets a 12-point license suspension. At six points, the BMV sends a warning letter.
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An Ohio driver under 18 is convicted of two moving violations. What happens to the license?
For a driver under 18, two moving violation convictions bring an automatic three-month suspension. A third brings a one-year suspension.
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What is the largest fine for driving while your license is suspended in Ohio?
Driving under suspension is a first-degree misdemeanor with a fine of up to $1,000, and the court may add another one-year suspension.
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What is the penalty for a first phone-use (distracted driving) offense in two years for an Ohio driver 18 or older?
A first offense within two years brings 2 points and a fine of up to $150. Taking a distracted driving course can help avoid the fine and points.
Questions to review
The real Ohio test at a glance
- Questions
- 40
- Correct answers to pass
- 3075% or better
- Minimum permit age
- 15 years and 6 months
- Handbook
- web manual, checked November 15, 2026Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws
Sources: publicsafety.ohio.gov · Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws. Checked November 15, 2026.
What these 50 questions cover
Every question is tied to a section of the Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws. After each answer you see the rule and the section.
The real test. 40 multiple-choice questions, taken online through BMV Online Services or in person at a BMV Driver Examination Station or select Deputy Registrar License Agencies.
If you fail. Wait one day after a failed test; in-person attempts are unlimited (one per day) and the online test allows two attempts in a six-month period.
- Road signs7
- Permit and license rules6
- Safe driving6
- Sharing the road4
- Penalties4
- Traffic signals3
- Right-of-way3
- Speed limits3
- Turning and passing3
- Parking3
- Alcohol and drugs3
- Emergencies3
- Pavement markings2
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Are these the real Ohio test questions?
- What it is
- Practice questions for the Ohio BMV knowledge test, with the same length and pass mark.
- What it is not
- Not the official test and not the real test questions. Not affiliated with the Ohio BMV.
- Source
- Ohio Driver Manual, Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws, web manual, checked November 15, 2026
- Source checked
- November 15, 2026
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- The Appcellent team
- Updated
- November 2026