Ohio Permit Practice Test 9 (2026)
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From the official handbook, web, January 26, 2024, Sections 1, 2, 10, 11, 12, 13 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the BMV. Ohio Driver Manual (Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws)
Question 1 of 20
How should you treat injured people at a crash scene?
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Answer: Do not move them; keep them warm and call 911
Call 911 if anyone is hurt, do not move the injured and keep them warm.
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Question 2 of 20
An applicant under 21 fails the driving test. How long must they wait to retest?
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Question 3 of 20
You hit an unattended parked car. What must you do?
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Answer: Report it to the police or leave your information at the scene
With an unattended vehicle, report the crash to police or leave the necessary information at the scene.
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Question 4 of 20
At what age can you take the vision screening and knowledge test in Ohio?
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Answer: 15 years and six months
The minimum age for the vision screening and knowledge test is 15 years and six months.
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Question 5 of 20
During the first year of a license, how many non-family passengers may a driver under 18 carry without a parent?
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Answer: No more than one
In the first 12 months, no more than one non-family passenger unless a parent or guardian is in the car.
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Question 6 of 20
If the other driver was uninsured and there was over $400 in damage or an injury, within what time may you file a crash report with the BMV?
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Answer: Six months
You may file form BMV 3303 within six months when damage exceeded $400 or someone was hurt and the other party was uninsured.
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Question 7 of 20
How many questions does the Ohio knowledge test have, and what score do you need?
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Answer: 40 questions; 75% to pass
The Ohio knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions and you need 75% to pass. It is offered in Spanish, among other languages.
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Question 8 of 20
After the first 12 months with a license, what hours are restricted for a driver under 18?
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Answer: 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.
After 12 months, drivers under 18 may not drive from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m., with the same exceptions.
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Question 9 of 20
You fail the knowledge test at a Driver Exam Station. When can you retake it?
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Answer: After waiting one day; there is no limit on attempts
You must wait one day; there is no limit, but only one attempt per day in person (online, two attempts in six months).
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Question 10 of 20
During the first 12 months with a license, when may a driver under 18 not drive (without an exception)?
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Answer: From midnight to 6 a.m.
In the first 12 months, no driving from midnight to 6 a.m. unless with a parent or guardian, or going to work, school or religious events with documentation.
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Question 11 of 20
How long must a driver under 18 hold the TIPIC before getting a license?
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Answer: At least six months
Drivers under 18 must hold the TIPIC for at least six months; temporary residents 21 and older, 14 days.
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Question 12 of 20
You put a penny head-first into your tire's tread and see all of Lincoln's head. What does it mean?
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Answer: The tires are too worn and must be replaced
Seeing all of Lincoln's head means less than safe tread: do not drive on those tires.
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Question 13 of 20
How many practice hours must a driver under 21 log, and how many at night?
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Answer: 50 hours, at least 10 at night
Log 50 hours with an eligible licensed driver, at least 10 of them at night; the RoadReady Ohio app can help.
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Question 14 of 20
When are studded tires legal in Ohio?
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Answer: From November 1 through April 15
Studded tires are allowed from November 1 through April 15.
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Question 15 of 20
What driver education must a driver under 21 complete in Ohio?
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Answer: 24 hours of classroom or online instruction and 8 hours of driving with a school
Drivers under 21 need 24 hours of classroom or online instruction and 8 hours behind the wheel at a licensed school.
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Question 16 of 20
While driving with a TIPIC, may you use a phone hands-free?
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Answer: No, any mobile electronic device is prohibited
TIPIC holders may not use any mobile electronic device while driving; everyone must wear a safety belt.
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Question 17 of 20
With a TIPIC, how many people may ride in the car?
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Answer: No more than the number of safety belts installed
The number of occupants may not exceed the number of safety belts, and all must wear them.
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Question 18 of 20
You move to Ohio and start a job. How soon must you get an Ohio driver license?
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Answer: Within 30 days
You become a resident when you get a job, sign a lease, buy a home or enroll children in school; get an Ohio license within 30 days.
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Question 19 of 20
What responsibility does the parent who co-signs a minor's license application take on?
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Answer: They are liable with the minor for damages until the minor turns 18
The co-signer is jointly liable for damages caused by the minor's negligence until the 18th birthday, and may cancel the authorization at any time.
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Question 20 of 20
When does the license of a driver under 21 expire in Ohio?
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Answer: On the 21st birthday
Licenses of drivers under 21 expire on the 21st birthday and are renewed in person; there is no grace period.
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