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Ohio DMV Sample Test

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Teen Licensing & Permits

The Ohio BMV written test has 40 questions split into road-rules and road-signs sections. To pass, you must:

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A Score 80% overall, regardless of which section.
B Score at least 15 of 20 (75%) on EACH section independently.
C Score 100% on road signs.
D Score at least 30 of 40 overall.
Why this answer

Ohio's written exam is unusual in splitting into two independently-graded sections: 20 road-rules questions and 20 road-signs questions. You must pass EACH section with at least 15 correct out of 20 (75%). A strong aggregate score with a weak section can still fail you.

Source: Ohio BMV Driver's Manual — Exam Procedures
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2
Signs & Signals

A flashing yellow traffic light at an intersection in Ohio means:

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A Stop completely, then proceed.
B Slow down and proceed with caution.
C Full stop — same as a red light.
D The light is broken; ignore it.
Why this answer

A flashing yellow light means slow down and proceed with caution — yield to cross traffic and pedestrians as needed. A flashing red light means stop completely, then proceed when safe (equivalent to a stop sign). The distinction is frequently tested on US driver exams.

Source: ORC §4511.14
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3
Signs & Signals

What does a LANE ENDS sign indicate?

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A All traffic must stop
B Passing is required
C Your lane will end ahead
Why this answer

A lane ends sign warns that your lane will end and you must merge safely.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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4
Signs & Signals

What does a LOW CLEARANCE sign indicate?

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A The road is narrow
B Bridge height is limited ahead
C Only buses may continue
Why this answer

A Low Clearance sign warns tall vehicles that the space ahead may be too low.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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5
Signs & Signals

What is a pentagon-shaped sign commonly used for?

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A a no-passing zone
B a school or school crossing area
C a construction detour
Why this answer

Pentagon signs are commonly used for school zones and school crossings.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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6
Signs & Signals

What do orange signs generally indicate?

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A work zones and temporary traffic control
B guide information
C regulatory rules
Why this answer

Orange is the standard color for work zones and temporary traffic conditions.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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Signs & Signals

What does a steady red traffic light mean?

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A Proceed if the intersection looks clear
B Slow down and continue with caution
C Stop and remain stopped until you may lawfully go
Why this answer

A steady red light requires a complete stop until the signal changes or a permitted turn can be made lawfully.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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8
Signs & Signals

A solid yellow line on your side of the center line generally means ____.

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A passing is discouraged or prohibited depending on the markings
B passing is always required
C the lane is reserved for parking
Why this answer

Yellow centerline markings separate opposite-direction traffic; a solid line on your side restricts passing.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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9
Signs & Signals

What does this sign indicate?

What does this sign indicate?

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A Slow down if traffic is present
B Keep moving if no cars are coming
C Come to a complete stop
Why this answer

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.

Source: US DMV standard (applies in all states)
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10
Signs & Signals

What does this sign indicate?

What does this sign indicate?

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A You must always come to a full stop
B Slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic
C Speed up to merge with traffic
Why this answer

A yield sign means slow down, give the right-of-way when required, and stop if necessary.

Source: US DMV standard (applies in all states)
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