Ohio permit
practice test.
Free, with answers.
Original practice questions for the Ohio permit test, each with the answer and a short explanation. Read the Ohio Driver Manual alongside them.
Checked against Ohio BMV · 29 Oct 2026
Heavy rain has left the pavement wet. What should you do?
Water on the pavement makes stopping take longer, so open up a gap of at least 4 to 5 seconds behind the vehicle ahead. Brake, steer and accelerate gently to avoid skidding.
Tip On wet pavement, plan on about twice your usual following distance so you have room to stop.
Practice for Ohio
Questions on Ohio laws, licensing and road rules. Everyone in Ohio sees these sets. 438 practice questions: the Ohio sets, national lessons and road signs.
Ohio exam simulator
40 random questions from the Ohio practice pool, 75% to pass, with a full review at the end.
Driver handbook
The Ohio manual, with practice for each topic.
Motorcycle
232 motorcycle practice questions for Ohio.
Ohio CDL
National CDL practice by topic, based on the federal CDL manual.
National lessons and practice exam.
Traffic rules and road signs that apply in every state. Same sets for all learners.
- Sign Shapes, Colors and Rules20 questions
- Curve, Hill and Hazard Warnings18 questions
- Intersection, Merge and Lane Warnings21 questions
- Route, Guide and Service Signs13 questions
- Traffic Lights and Pavement Markings17 questions
- Who Goes First: Right-of-Way22 questions
- Turns, Turn Signals and Hand Signals17 questions
- Passing and Changing Lanes18 questions
- Choosing a Safe Speed15 questions
- Parking and Backing Up15 questions
- Scanning, Space and Communication20 questions
- Driving on Freeways13 questions
- Pedestrians, Children and School Buses21 questions
- Bicycles, Motorcycles and Trucks17 questions
- Railroad Crossings and Work Zones17 questions
- Night Driving and Bad Weather17 questions
- Staying Alert, Calm and Focused13 questions
- How Alcohol Affects Your Driving15 questions
- Drugs, DUI Laws and Chemical Tests14 questions
- Emergencies and Collisions17 questions
- Your License, Record and Penalties17 questions
- Road Sign Review23 questions
- Final Knowledge Exam35 questions
Steps to your permit.
- 01
Study the Ohio Driver Manual
Read the manual next to our explanations, and reread the chapters behind the questions you miss.
Ohio driver handbook → - 02
Pass the exam simulator
Aim for 30 of 40 or better, several times in a row.
Open the simulator → - 03
Take the knowledge test
Bring the documents the Ohio BMV lists for a temporary permit. Fees and lists change, so check before you go.
Ohio BMV requirements ↗ - 04
Start supervised driving
Keep a record of your supervised practice hours.
Open the driving log →
Ohio permit test
FAQ.
How many questions are on the Ohio permit test?
40 multiple-choice questions. You need 75% (at least 30 correct) to pass. Source: Ohio BMV.
How old do I have to be to get a permit in Ohio?
You can apply for a temporary instruction permit at 15 years and 6 months, according to the Ohio BMV.
What should I bring to the BMV?
The BMV publishes the current list of identity and residency documents for a temporary permit. Lists and fees change, so check bmv.ohio.gov before your visit.
Are these the real Ohio BMV questions?
No. These are practice questions written from the Ohio Driver Manual and Ohio traffic law. They cover the rules the knowledge test covers, with an explanation for every answer.
Start practicing.
Practice here in your browser, or use the app with the same questions and explanations. It's free on the App Store.
Last checked
Facts on this page were checked against the sources on 29 Oct 2026.
Fees and document lists change, so confirm them with the Ohio BMV.