Free Ohio Permit Practice Test 2 (2026)
Real questions from the official Ohio driver handbook, each with a plain-English explanation. Free, unlimited retakes, no signup.
Get Smart Review & Mock Exams
Smart Review drills only the questions you get wrong. Full-length mock exams in the real format. Progress saved on every device — and the same account unlocks the mobile app.
Get Smart Review & Mock Exams
What this test covers
This draw of 20 questions breaks down like this:
- Licensing & Permits — 7
- Alcohol, Drugs & the Law — 4
- Sharing the Road — 3
- Points & Penalties — 2
- Speed Limits & Speed Management — 2
- Signaling & Communication — 1
- Vehicle Equipment — 1
Heaviest on Licensing & Permits (7 of 20) — that is the section to revise first if you miss several here.
19 are Ohio-specific questions, drawn from the state handbook rather than general road rules.
Each test on this site draws a different set, so Test 1, 2 and 3 never repeat a question.
Questions on this test
1. Refusing an Ohio chemical test under implied consent results in:
- A discount
- Nothing
- A reward
- A license suspension
Show answer
Answer: A license suspension
Refusing a chemical test triggers an implied-consent suspension.
2. Ohio driver education also requires behind-the-wheel driving time of:
- 24 hours
- 4 hours
- 8 hours
- 16 hours
Show answer
Answer: 8 hours
You need 8 hours of behind-the-wheel driving time.
3. An Ohio TIPIC holder driving midnight to 6 a.m. must be accompanied by:
- A friend
- A parent, guardian, or custodian
- No one
- Anyone
Show answer
Answer: A parent, guardian, or custodian
Midnight–6 a.m. a TIPIC holder must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or custodian.
4. In Ohio, a reflective orange triangle means the vehicle is traveling:
- Backwards
- 45 mph
- Highway speed
- Less than 25 mph
Show answer
Answer: Less than 25 mph
The slow-moving-vehicle emblem means under 25 mph.
5. Ohio's Move Over law requires that, for a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you:
- Speed up
- Move over a lane if safe, or slow down
- Honk
- Stop in the lane
Show answer
Answer: Move over a lane if safe, or slow down
Move over a lane if safe, otherwise slow down.
6. In Ohio, young children must ride in an appropriate:
- Cargo area
- Lap belt only
- Front seat
- Child safety seat or booster
Show answer
Answer: Child safety seat or booster
Young children must use an appropriate child safety seat or booster.
7. To be licensed in Ohio you must pass a:
- Swim test
- Hearing test
- Vision test
- Fitness test
Show answer
Answer: Vision test
A vision test is required for licensing.
8. In Ohio, a driver with a chemical test showing a BAC of what or higher has their license confiscated (Administrative License Suspension)?
Show answer
Answer: .08
At a BAC of .08 or higher, the officer confiscates your license (ALS).
9. Ohio's learner permit is called the:
- Green Card
- Junior Permit
- Provisional Card
- Temporary Instruction Permit Identification Card (TIPIC)
Show answer
Answer: Temporary Instruction Permit Identification Card (TIPIC)
Ohio's learner permit is the TIPIC.
10. Ohio notes a loaded truck at 55 mph needs a minimum stopping distance of about:
- 200 feet
- 335 feet
- 50 feet
- 100 feet
Show answer
Answer: 335 feet
A loaded truck at 55 mph needs at least 335 feet to stop.
11. An Ohio commercial driver is considered impaired at a BAC of:
Show answer
Answer: .04
Commercial drivers are impaired at .04.
12. During the first 12 months, an Ohio under-18 driver may carry no more than:
- Three passengers
- Any passengers
- One non-family-member passenger (unless a parent/guardian is present)
- No passengers
Show answer
Answer: One non-family-member passenger (unless a parent/guardian is present)
First 12 months: no more than one non-family-member passenger unless accompanied by a parent/guardian.
13. During the first 12 months of an Ohio probationary (under-18) license, you may not drive between:
- 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.
- Midnight and 6 a.m. (with exceptions)
- 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.
- 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Show answer
Answer: Midnight and 6 a.m. (with exceptions)
First 12 months: no driving midnight–6 a.m. unless with a parent/guardian or to/from documented work.
14. In Ohio, accumulating too many points can lead to:
- A reward
- Nothing
- License suspension
- Lower fees
Show answer
Answer: License suspension
Too many points can suspend your license.
15. After the first 12 months, an Ohio under-18 driver may not drive between:
- No restriction
- 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.
- Midnight and 6 a.m.
- 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. (with exceptions)
Show answer
Answer: 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. (with exceptions)
After 12 months the restricted hours change to 1 a.m.–5 a.m.
16. In Ohio, an under-18 driver who fails to stop after a crash faces:
- Nothing
- A reward
- License suspension
- Extra points off
Show answer
Answer: License suspension
Failing to stop and disclose identity after a crash can suspend an under-18 license.
17. An arm extended straight out the driver's window means:
- Stop
- Left turn
- Right turn
- Slow
Show answer
Answer: Left turn
Arm straight out = left turn.
18. In Ohio, riding in an open cargo area is generally prohibited when the vehicle travels faster than:
Show answer
Answer: 25 mph
You may not ride in an unenclosed cargo area at speeds over 25 mph (with limited exceptions).
19. Even at the posted Ohio limit, in rain, snow, or fog you should:
- Slow down for conditions
- Stop in the road
- Speed up
- Keep the limit
Show answer
Answer: Slow down for conditions
Reduce speed for weather and road conditions.
20. Combining alcohol with prescription or over-the-counter drugs:
- Cancels the alcohol out
- Improves focus
- Is safe in small amounts
- Can multiply impairment and is dangerous
Show answer
Answer: Can multiply impairment and is dangerous
Mixing alcohol with medications can greatly increase impairment.
More free Ohio practice