How Many Questions Are on the Ohio BMV Learner’s Permit Test?

The test consists of 40 multiple-choice questions in two sections. The questions will quiz you on motor vehicle regulations and traffic signs. A passing score is 75% (30 out of 40) or higher.

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Are you required to yield to pedestrians in marked or unmarked crosswalks?

Yes

BNo

Drivers in Ohio must stop and yield to pedestrians in any marked crosswalk, and unmarked crosswalk at an intersection. When approaching any crosswalk, use caution and watch both sides of the street for pedestrians. Pedestrians have both right and duties, and should not attempt to cross the road at any place other than a marked or unmarked crosswalk.

What do flashing yellow or amber lights on a school bus mean?

The bus is about to stop

BThe bus driver is signaling for you to pass

CThere is a hazard on the road ahead

Flashing amber lights are used by school buses in Ohio and many other states to indicate that they are slowing down and preparing to stop. In Ohio, these lights will stay on until the bus is fully stopped. Other vehicles are not required to stop for a school bus flashing amber lights, but must once the bus is fully stopped. To keep our children safe, slow down and display caution once the school bus starts to slow down.

Which passengers have to wear a seat belt?

The driver and all front-seat passengers 15 and older

BFront-seat passengers only

CBack-seat passengers only

In Ohio, the driver and all front-seat passengers age 15 and older must wear a seat belt. Violation of the seat belt law is a secondary offense. In addition, the child passenger safety law also requires that all children wear an appropriate child restraint. What is appropriate depends on the size, height and weight of the child.

Which of the following is a 4-point violation?

ADriving under the influence (DUI)

Wanton or willful disregard of the safety of persons or their property

CAll moving violations

Ohio uses a point system to keep unsafe drivers off the roads, like most other states. Wanton or willful disregard of the safety of persons or their property is punishable by 4 points. All other moving violations are punishable by 2 points. Driving under the influence (DUI) is a 6-point violation. Speeding violations will incur 4 points, 2 points or no poinst depending on the speed. Accumulating 12 or more points within any two-year period will have their driver's license suspended.

What should you do before driving in snowy conditions?

Remove snow and ice from windows, lights, and mirrors

BLet the engine warm up for at least 40 minutes

CCheck your tire tread depth

Removing snow and ice will not only make it easier for you to see the road ahead. It will also make it easier for other road users to see you. While it can be beneficial to let your engine warm up before driving, it's unnecessary to let it warm up for 40 minutes. Checking your tire tread depth is important, but it is something you should do when driving in all weather conditions and not just snowy conditions.

When are studded tires permitted?

AAt all times

Between November 1 and April 15

COnly when it's snowing

Studded tires have studs embedded in the tread that provide added traction. They are permitted in Ohio between November 1 to April 15, and the rest of the year if retracted.

Does your trailer need to be equipped with independent braking?

Yes, if the empty weight exceeds 3,000 lbs

BYes, if the gross weight exceeds 5,000 lbs

CNo

The added weight of the trailer to your vehicle can drastically increase the distance needed to come to a full stop. For this reason, most states have laws regarding independent braking on trailers over a certain gross vehicle weight (GVW). In Ohio, brakes are required if the empty weight is over 3,000 lbs.

How far away from a school bus loading or unloading passengers do vehicles have to stop?

AJust before reaching the school bus

10 feet

C15 feet

D20 feet

Vehicles from both directions have to stop at least 10 feet away from a school bus loading or unloading passengers in Ohio. School buses use flashing red lights and a stop arm to indicate that the bus is stopped to load or unload school children. Do not proceed until the school bus has started driving again or the bus driver signals for motorists to proceed. A stop is not required when driving on the opposite side of a road with four or more lanes.

When should you begin slowing down when exiting the freeway?

After entering the deceleration lane

BBefore entering the deceleration lane

CBefore signaling your intention to exit

When exiting a freeway or interstate, you may cause a rear-end collision if you begin slowing down too early as other drivers may not expect it. Wait until after entering the deceleration lane before slowing down.

You see that there is a stopped emergency vehicle on the road shoulder ahead,. What should you do?

ACome to a complete stop at least 50 feet from the emergency vehicle

Vacate the lane closest to the emergency vehicle

CTry to pass the emergency vehicle as quickly as possible

The move-over-law in Ohio is designed to protect emergency personnel and workers. If approaching a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must vacate the lane closest to the stopped vehicle. If changing lanes is unsafe or not possible, you must slow down to a safe and prudent speed for the conditions. This law also applies to road service vehicles, road maintenance vehicles, and waste collection vehicles.

You see this light on your dashboard and the red light worries you. What does it mean?

AThe battery is overheated - stop and let the battery cool down

BThe battery is dead

The battery isn’t charging properly

DNothing is wrong - the light tells you that the battery is working correctly

The charging system isn’t working properly - drive to a mechanic or service facility so they can determine what’s wrong.

When driving through work zones you should:

Avoid frequently changing lanes to get through the work zone faster

BDecrease the following distance

CMake the most out of the reduced speed limit by having a snack or checking your phone

Slow down and keep in mind that workers may be working on or near the road, even when you can’t see them.

Driving too close to the vehicle in front:

Increases the chance of being involved in a rear-end crash

BLowers the chance of being involved in a rear-end crash

CDoesn’t affect the chance of being involved in a rear-end crash

Rear-end collisions stand for a large sum of all traffic accidents, and they can often be avoided by keeping a sufficient following distance. Increase the following distance when driving at night or in bad conditions.

When backing, who's especially in danger of not being seen?

AMotorcyclists or cyclists

BCar driver

Children

Be aware that small children may not be visible through the rear windscreen of your vehicle. If there are children nearby, get out and check that it's clear before backing.

Always use your mirrors:

AWhen signaling

BTo check the blind spot

Before leaving your vehicle

It's very important to know the whereabouts of other road users. This includes: opening your door, changing lanes, turning, slowing down, stopping etc. Remember that you aren't able to see your blind spot through your mirrors.

You’re driving in rain just below the speed limit, and you feel that you’re driving too fast for the conditions. What should you do?

AMaintain speed

Slow down

CActivate your emergency signals

For your own safety, and the safety of other road users, slow down if you feel that you’re driving too fast for the conditions or that you can’t properly control your vehicle.

You’re passed by several fast-traveling vehicles driving above the speed limit. Are you allowed to drive faster than the speed limit to stay behind them?

AYes

You are NOT allowed to drive faster than the speed limit at any time, even if other traffic is doing so.

Car A arrives at an intersection where the exit is blocked by stationary traffic. What should Car A do?

AProceed into the intersection and stop after the last car

Wait on the approach side until safe to pass through the intersection completely

Don’t proceed into the intersection if you risk being stuck halfway through. Stay on the approach side until you see a large enough gap on the other side.

You're taking a medicine that causes drowsiness. You start feeling better, but you still need to take the medicine. Should you drive?

AOnly if necessary

BOnly on quiet roads

COnly if accompanied by someone

If taking medicine that makes you drowsy, you aren't fit to drive. Check with your doctor if unsure. Never put other road users, your passengers or yourself at risk.

You're driving at night, and there's a steady stream of oncoming traffic. Which lights should you use?

AHigh-beam headlights

Low-beam headlights

CFog lights

As there’s a steady stream of oncoming traffic, you risk blinding them if you use high beams.

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