Ohio DMV Practice Test 2026

Practice Questions

12 free Ohio DMV practice questions

Real Ohio-specific questions sourced from the official Ohio Driver Handbook. Read each one, pick your answer, then check the explanation.

1. Question 1 · General Rules

   In Ohio, children under what age must be in an appropriate child restraint seat?

   • AUnder age 4 or less than 40 pounds.✓ Correct
   • BUnder age 6 or less than 50 pounds.
   • CUnder age 3 or less than 30 pounds.

   Why: Children under age 4 and weighing less than 40 pounds must be properly restrained in a child safety seat meeting federal standards.

   Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 27 · Child Restraint Laws

2. Question 2 · General Rules

   When approaching an erratic or weaving driver, what should you do?

   • ASpeed up to pass them quickly.
   • BHonk your horn repeatedly.
   • CKeep a safe distance and avoid passing.✓ Correct

   Why: Maintain a safe space cushion around your vehicle. Avoid driving alongside other vehicles and keep extra distance from erratic drivers.

   Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 32 · Space Management

3. Question 3 · Traffic Signs & Signals

   What must an Ohio driver do at a stop sign?

   • ASlow down and proceed with caution.
   • BCome to a complete stop behind the stop line or crosswalk before proceeding.✓ Correct
   • CYield only to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

   Why: A stop sign requires all traffic to come to a complete stop behind the stop line or crosswalk before entering the intersection. Yield to cross-traffic and pedestrians before proceeding.

   Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 10 · Traffic Signs

4. Question 4 · Accidents & Emergencies

   Before backing out of a driveway, why should you check around your vehicle for children?

   • AChildren are always playing in driveways.
   • BChildren and small objects cannot be seen from the driver's seat.✓ Correct
   • CIt is required only in school zones.

   Why: Check behind and around your vehicle before getting in. Children and small objects cannot be seen from the driver's seat — a leading cause of preventable injuries.

   Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 16 · Backing Up

5. Question 5 · Right of Way

   When making a left turn, who must you yield to?

   • AOnly pedestrians in the crosswalk.
   • BOncoming traffic and pedestrians.✓ Correct
   • COnly vehicles turning right.

   Why: When making a left turn, yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Do not proceed until there is a safe opportunity to turn.

   Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 17 · Left Turns

6. Question 6 · Parking Rules

   When parallel parking in Ohio, how far from the curb should your vehicle be?

   • ANot more than 12 inches.✓ Correct
   • BNot more than 18 inches.
   • CNot more than 6 inches.

   Why: Vehicles must be parked parallel to and not more than 12 inches from the right curb, facing the direction of traffic.

   Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 23 · Parking

7. Question 7 · Lane Changes & Passing

   Is it legal to pass another vehicle using the right shoulder?

   • AYes, if the shoulder is paved.
   • BNo, never pass on the shoulder.✓ Correct
   • COnly on highways with wide shoulders.

   Why: Never pass on the shoulder, paved or not. The left-most lane is intended for passing on multi-lane roads, and slower traffic should keep right.

   Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 21 · Passing

8. Question 8 · Highway Driving

   Following too closely behind another vehicle is dangerous because it reduces what?

   • AYour fuel efficiency.
   • BYour visibility of traffic signs.
   • CYour time and space to react and stop.✓ Correct

   Why: Following too closely reduces the time and space you have to react. Ohio recommends at least a four-second following distance.

   Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 31 · Following Distance

9. Question 9 · Accidents & Emergencies

   What is one of the most common causes of traffic crashes?

   • ADistracted driving.✓ Correct
   • BDriving a new vehicle.
   • CDriving during rush hour.

   Why: Distracted driving can result in crashes causing serious harm. A distraction is anything that takes attention away from driving — texting, eating, adjusting the radio, etc.

   Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 7 · Distracted Driving

10. Question 10 · Speed Limits

    At what speed does hydroplaning become most likely?

    • AAt low speeds on dry roads.
    • BOnly on gravel roads.
    • CAt higher speeds on wet roads with pooled water.✓ Correct

    Why: Hydroplaning occurs when tires ride on top of pooled water. The risk increases with speed on wet roads. Slow down to maintain tire contact.

    Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 30 · Wet Roads

11. Question 11 · Pedestrian Laws

    Pedestrians carrying a white cane or using a guide dog have what right?

    • AThe right-of-way at all times.✓ Correct
    • BNo special rights on the road.
    • CRight-of-way only at crosswalks.

    Why: Pedestrians who are visually impaired or blind, carrying a white cane or using a guide dog, have the right-of-way at all times in Ohio.

    Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 34 · Pedestrians with Disabilities

12. Question 12 · Turns & Intersections

    Before entering an intersection, you should always:

    • AHonk your horn to warn other drivers.
    • BAccelerate to get through quickly.
    • CLook left, right, then left again for traffic.✓ Correct

    Why: At all intersections, reduce speed and search for traffic — including motorcycles and bicycles — by looking left, right, then left again before entering.

    Source: Ohio Driver Handbook, page 16 · Intersections

How to get your Ohio driver's license

The knowledge test is one step in Ohio's licensing process. Here's how the path typically works for a new driver.

1. 1

   Check the age and eligibility requirements

   Eligibility in Ohio: 15 years 6 months for a temporary instruction permit, 16 for a probationary license. Have your proof of identity, residency, and any required parental consent ready.

2. 2

   Study the official handbook

   Read the Official Ohio Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws (publicsafety.ohio.gov) and practice with DMV Ace until you're consistently scoring above 75%.

3. 3

   Pass the knowledge test

   The Ohio written test has 40 questions, and you need 30 correct (75%) to pass. You have 60 minutes. Permit/licensing fee: $24.50.

4. 4

   Build supervised driving experience

   Hold your permit for the period Ohio requires and log supervised driving hours with a licensed adult before you schedule the road test.

5. 5

   Pass the road test and get licensed

   After you pass the behind-the-wheel road test, Ohio issues your driver's license — often an intermediate/provisional license first for younger drivers.

Steps are a general guide — always confirm the current process with your local Ohio DMV office.

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