Ohio BMV Permit Test (2026)

What is the most important driving technique to avoid crashes when driving in icy or snowy conditions?

Reduce speed and increase following distance

A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection has the same requirements as which of the following?

A stop sign

The application for an operator's license must be signed by the parent or guardian when the applicant is under what age?

18

Unless it is posted otherwise, the speed limit in a residential area is:

25 miles per hour

Child restraints are required for:

Infants and children who are either or both under the age of 4 and weigh less than 40 pounds must be properly restrained in an approved child safety seat while being transported in a motor vehicle. Also, any child who is at least 4 years of age but less than 8 years of age must be properly restrained in a booster seat unless the child is 4'9" or taller

When traveling on a highway divided into four traffic lanes, which vehicles are required to stop for a school bus that has stopped to unload children?

Only vehicles approaching the rear of the bus traveling in the same direction as the bus

When two vehicles arrive at an intersection at the same time, which one has the right-of-way when no signs or signals indicate rules?

The car approaching from the right has the right of way

If someone has consumed alcoholic drinks, what will help the person overcome the influence of those drinks?

Time

When is a driver permitted to turn right on a red traffic signal?

When the driver has stopped and checked to see that the turn will not interfere with crossing traffic

When a stop is required at an intersection and no markings appear to indicate a stop line or crosswalk, which of the following is the appropriate place to make the stop?

At the point nearest the intersecting roadway where the driver has a view of approaching traffic on the intersecting roadway before actually entering the roadway

What is the minimum required tire tread depth?

1/16th-inch

How far should red reflectors on the rear of the vehicle be visible from?

300 feet

How far should your taillight be visible from?

500 feet

How far should your brake lights be visible from when brakes are applied?

500 feet

How far should your rear license plate be visible from?

50 feet

How far should your turn signals be visible from?

300 feet

How far should your car horn be audible from?

200 feet

What are the acceptable percentages of window light transmission?

Windshield: 70%; Side windows of front seat: 50%, plus or minus 3%

When are studded tires legal from?

November 1 through April 15

When should you use your headlights?

From sunset to sunrise, any time visibility is poor, or any time windshield wipers are in use because of precipitation

When can high beam headlights be used?

Any time headlights are used except when an oncoming vehicle is approaching

Which of the following statements about driving in fog is FALSE?

Use your high beam headlights

At what distance prior to changing direction should a turn signal be activated?

At least 100 feet

True or false: Drivers and front seat occupants do NOT have to wear seat belts

False

It is illegal to use, hold, or physically support a cell phone or electronic wireless communications device while driving on the road EXCEPT IF:

Reporting an emergency to law enforcement, a hospital, health care provider, fire department or similar emergency entity

For drivers age 18 years and older, a 1st offense in two years for distracted driving imposes what penalties?

2 points assessed to Driver license, up to a $150 fine

For drivers age 18 years and older, a 2nd offense in two years for distracted driving imposes what penalties?

3 points assessed to Driver license, up to a $250 fine

For drivers age 18 years and older, a 3rd or more offense in two years for distracted driving imposes what penalties?

4 points assessed to Driver license, up to a $500 fine, possible 90-day suspension of Driver License

What is TRUE about the following statements about distracted driving violations that occur in a work zone?

Fines double

What is the speed limit of alleys within a municipal corporation?

15 miles per hour

What is the speed limit of School Zones during recess and while children are arriving or leaving school during normal hours of operation?

20 miles per hour

What is the speed limit of streets within a municipal corporation?

25 miles per hour

What is the speed limit of state routes or highways, except controlled-access highways within municipal corporations outside business districts?

35 miles per hour

What is the speed limit of state routes within municipal corporations outside urban districts?

50 miles per hour

What is the speed limit of freeways with paved shoulders inside municipal corporations?

55 miles per hour

What is the speed limit of rural freeways?

70 miles per hour

During a funeral procession, who has the right-of-way?

The funeral procession

You are at an intersection. Who has the right-of-way?

The driver who is at or arrives before you at an intersection

Who should you yield the right-of-way to?

Drivers on a public highway if you are entering the highway from a driveway or a private road

Who should you yield the right-of-way to?

Drivers already on a limited access or interstate highway if you are on the entrance or acceleration ramp

Who should you yield the right-of-way to?

Public safety vehicles (emergency, police, fire)

What does a solid red traffic light mean?

Stop before entering the intersection. You must wait behind the stop line, crosswalk, or intersection until the traffic light turns green

What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?

The color is about to change to red; use caution. Prepare to stop

What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

Slow down and proceed with caution. Be prepared to stop for any traffic flow that may be entering the intersection

What does a flashing red traffic light mean?

Stop behind a stop line, crosswalk, or intersection before entering and come to a complete stop. Be sure no traffic is traveling across your path of travel before entering the intersection

What do you do when a traffic light is inoperable?

Inoperable traffic lights are treated the same as a stop sign. Yield the right-of-way and use caution while entering the intersection

What do white lines mean on a road?

Separates traffic traveling in the same direction

What does a yellow solid line mean on a road?

Separates traffic traveling in opposite directions

What do yellow solid double lines mean on a road?

Do not drive to the left of the center line, unless you must cross the lines to turn left or pass a slow-moving vehicle (e.g., bicycle or vehicle displaying a slow-moving vehicle sign)

What do yellow solid lines with a broken (dashed) line mean on a road?

Passing other vehicles is allowed for motorists traveling in the lane with the broken line. Passing is prohibited for motorists traveling in the lane with the solid line

What do yellow broken (dashed) lines mean on a road?

Vehicles traveling in either direction may pass vehicles traveling in the same direction when safe to do so

You should allow a ______ second following distance of the vehicle ahead of you

4

The traffic light at an intersection turns red. Where do you stop?

Behind the stop line or crosswalk

Which direction do you travel in a roundabout?

Counterclockwise

On which side should you pass a vehicle?

Left

A lane is used for merging vehicles to reach the speed othe speed of other vehicles in the traffic flow. This is called a(n):

Acceleration/Deceleration lane

When being passed:

Stay in your lane and maintain a constant speed

When should you not attempt to pass a vehicle?

An oncoming vehicle is approaching, your view is blocked by a curve or hill, at intersections, or before a highway-railroad crossing or bridge

True or false: You can pass on a shoulder, whether it is paved or not.

False

Where should you stop when a train is crossing at a railroad?

No closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet

If a school bus stops to pick up or drop off students at a road with less than four lanes, who is required to stop?

Vehicles approaching the bus from either direction

Where should a vehicle stop when it is at the rear or the front of a stopped bus?

At least 10 feet from the bus

It is prohibited to stop, park, or stand a vehicle in or within ____ feet of an intersection or crosswalk

20

It is prohibited to stop, park, or stand a vehicle within ____ feet of a fire hydrant

10

It is prohibited to stop, park, or stand a vehicle within __________ of another parked vehicle

one foot

What direction should you face your wheels when parking your vehicle on a hill or graded surface?

Toward the curb-side of the road

It is illegal to drive any motor vehicle without ___________

insurance

It is illegal for a vehicle owner to allow anyone else to drive his or her motor vehicle without ___________

insurance

What is the minimum liability insurance requirement for injury/death of one person?

$25,000

What is the minimum liability insurance requirement for injury/death of two or more people?

$50,000

What is the minimum liability insurance requirement for property damage in an accident?

$25,000

It is against the law to operate a motor vehicle with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of _______________ at any age

0.08% or higher

It is against the law to operate a motor vehicle with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of _______________ for commercial drivers

0.04% or higher

It is against the law to operate a motor vehicle with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of _______________ when under the age 21

0.02% or higher

If an individual is stopped for suspected driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, what will an officer do?

Conduct sobriety tests and request a chemical test to determine the alcohol and/or drug content in the blood

What happens if an individual consents to a chemical test within two hours of the arrest and the test results show a BAC of .08 or higher?

The arresting officer will confiscate the Driver License. A sworn statement is sent to the BMV and a suspension up to five years begins immediately

What happens if an individual refuses to submit to a chemical test within two hours of the arrest?

The arresting officer will confiscate the Driver License and send a sworn statement to the BMV attesting to the refusal. The BMV is then required to impose a suspension for a period of one to five years even if the individual is ultimately not guity of OVI

What does OVI stand for?

Operating a vehicle while impaired

What does OVUAC stand for?

Operation a vehicle after underage alcohol consumpion

What happens when an individual is guilty of an OVUAC?

A license suspension of three months to two years and require the driver to take a remedial driving course, pay reinstatement fees, and retake the Driver License examination. The driver may also have to serve jail time.

What does ALS stand for?

Administrative license suspension

The length of an Administrative License Suspensions (ALS) is determined by the number of previous refusals to test or OVI/drug convictions within the prior ____ years

10

What penalty does an individual receive for the FIRST refusal to do a drug/alcohol test?

One year license suspension

What penalty does an individual receive for refusing to test with one prior refusal or OVI/drug conviction?

Two years license suspension

What penalty does an individual receive for refusing to test with two prior refusals or OVI/drug convictions?

Three years license suspension

What penalty does an individual receive for refusing to test with three or more prior refusals or OVI/drug convictions?

Five years license suspension

What penalty does an individual receive for testing over the limit for the first time?

Three months (90 days) license suspension

What penalty does an individual receive for testing over the limit after one prior OVI/drug conviction?

One year license suspension

What penalty does an individual receive for testing over the limit after two prior OVI/drug convictions?

Two years license suspension

What penalty does an individual receive for testing over the limit after three or more prior OVI/drug convictions?

Three years license suspension

If an individual is convicted of OVI five or more times in the last ____ years of an OVI violation, he or she will also have to serve jail time; may be subject to immobilization or forfeiture of his or her vehicle; and will be placed on Ohio's Habitual OVI/OMWI Offender Registry

20

True or false: Over-the-Counter drugs may affect your ability to drive

True

True or false: Prescription drugs such as antidepressants, pain reducers, sleep aids, and sedatives, have an impact on driving safely

True

If a driver accumulates _____ points within a two-year period, the BMV will send a warning letter to the driver

6

If a driver accumulates ____ or more points within a two-year period, the BMV will impose a suspension of the Driver License

12

What is an SR-22 bond?

A certificate of financial responsibility. This form serves as proof your auto insurance policy meets the minimum liability coverage required by state law

How many points are assessed on a driver license for moving violations, some speed offenses, or restriction violations?

2 points

How many points are assessed on a driver license for willful or wanton disregard for safety of person or property?

4 points

How many points are assessed on a driver license for failure to stop and disclose identity after a crash among other dangerous and serious actions?

6 points

What happens if you're found guilty of operating a motor vehicle while your license is under suspension?

You are subject to a fine of up to $1,000. You may also be sentenced to an additional one-year Driver License suspension