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Real exam-style questions
Written from your state’s official driver handbook — the same material the real exam is based on.
Explanations after every answer
Learn why each answer is right — not just whether you got it.
The test at a glance
- Questions
- 40
- To pass
- 75% (30/40 correct)
- Minimum age
- 15½ for a temporary instruction permit (TIPIC)
- Fee
- About $22–$24 for the permit
- Re-takes
- Retakes allowed; you may retake the next day if you fail
- Official handbook
- Ohio Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws (2026)
What the Ohio permit test covers
Every question in our Ohio practice bank is written from the official Ohio Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws (2026). These are the core topics you’ll be tested on:
- Right of way and yielding rules
- Ohio speed limits and school zones
- Winter and wet-weather driving
- OVI / alcohol and drug laws (zero tolerance under 21)
- Road signs, signals, and pavement markings
Sample questions for Ohio
Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.
Question 1 · Traffic signals
In Ohio, a yellow traffic light indicates what?
- The color is about to change to red; use caution and prepare to stop
- You must speed up
- You may turn only
- The signal is about to turn green
See the explanation
Correct answer: The color is about to change to red; use caution and prepare to stop
Yellow means slow down and get ready to stop.
Question 2 · Right of way
In Ohio, when making a left turn you must yield to whom?
- Vehicles behind you
- Drivers in the opposing traffic lane going straight
- Pedestrians only
- No one
See the explanation
Correct answer: Drivers in the opposing traffic lane going straight
Turning left? Yield to oncoming traffic going straight.
Question 3 · Test format
How many multiple-choice questions are on the Ohio knowledge test?
- 20
- 30
- 40
- 50
See the explanation
Correct answer: 40
40 questions; you need 30 correct (75%) to pass.
Free DMV practice test FAQ
Is this DMV practice test really free?
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Do I need to sign up?
No. You can start practicing immediately. We’ll only suggest an account once you’re ready for the full experience.
Are these real DMV questions?
They’re exam-style questions written from each state’s official driver handbook. They’re for study only and aren’t the actual DMV test.