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Ohio DMV Permit Full Practice Exam (40 Questions)

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Where these questions come from

Each question is built from the official Ohio driver manual. The real test asks the same topics with different wording.

Passing score on the real Ohio permit test: 75% (30 of 40 correct here).

Sample Ohio permit-test questions

Below are 4 sample questions from the Ohio question bank. The interactive practice test above randomizes from the same pool.

What does a flashing red traffic light mean at an intersection?

  1. Proceed with caution
  2. Stop completely, then proceed when safe
  3. Speed up to clear the intersection quickly
  4. Yield to traffic

Correct answer: B

Explanation: A flashing red light means you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it's safe, similar to a stop sign.

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21 in Ohio?

  1. 0.10%
  2. 0.05%
  3. 0.08%
  4. 0.00%

Correct answer: C

Explanation: In Ohio, drivers over 21 are considered legally intoxicated with a BAC of 0.08% or higher.

When must you use headlights in Ohio?

  1. Only during rain
  2. When visibility is less than 1000 feet
  3. Between sunrise and sunset
  4. Only on highways

Correct answer: B

Explanation: Headlights must be used when visibility is less than 1000 feet and from sunset to sunrise.

How far in advance must you signal before turning in Ohio?

  1. 50 feet
  2. 100 feet
  3. 200 feet
  4. 300 feet

Correct answer: B

Explanation: Drivers must signal at least 100 feet before making a turn in Ohio.