Free Ohio BMV Practice Permit Test - Practice Test 4 2026
This Practice Test 4 is modeled on the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) written knowledge exam, which has 40 questions; to pass you need 30 of 40 correct (75%). These 25 questions rotate through traffic laws, road signs, and right-of-way - the core topics the BMV tests most heavily. Every question includes an explanation, so you learn the rule behind each answer - not just whether you got it right.
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What's on the Ohio Practice Test 4
The real Ohio knowledge test has 40 questions, and to pass you need 30 of 40 correct (75%). Practice Test 4 is a 25-question set drawn from 50 questions, scored against a practice target of 75%.
Topics in this test's question pool
- Road signs 15
- Safe driving 12
- Traffic laws 10
- Right of way 4
- Parking 3
- Emergencies 3
- Vehicle equipment 2
- Alcohol & drugs 1
50 questions in the pool, 9 of them written specifically for Ohio. Each attempt shows 25 in a new order.
Sample questions from this test, with answers
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1. On a road with four or more lanes, which lane should you use to pass other vehicles or make a left turn?
- A. The far right lane next to the curb
- B. The lane just to the right of center (correct)
- C. The paved shoulder on the right side
- D. Any lane, as long as you signal first
Why: On roads with four or more lanes, normally drive in the right lane. Use the lane just right of the center line for passing and for left turns.
Source: Section 5: Learning to Drive
2. An orange and red triangle on the back of a farm tractor tells you the vehicle travels at less than:
- A. 10 mph
- B. 15 mph
- C. 20 mph
- D. 25 mph (correct)
Why: The slow-moving vehicle emblem is used on farm, construction and animal-drawn vehicles that go less than 25 mph. Be ready to slow down quickly when you see it.
Source: Section 9: Sharing the Road
3. At what times are deer and other wildlife most active near roads?
- A. Around midday
- B. In the early afternoon
- C. Around dawn and dusk (correct)
- D. During the late morning
Why: Wildlife moves most at dawn and dusk, when light is also poor for your eyes. Scan both sides of the road and watch for eyes reflecting your headlights.
Source: official Ohio driver handbook
4. A yellow diamond sign showing a 'T' shape indicates:
- A. A side road enters from one side
- B. Your road ends at a T ahead (correct)
- C. A four-way crossroad ahead
- D. A truck route begins here
Why: A 'T' symbol warns that the road you are on ends ahead at a T-intersection. Be prepared to stop or yield and turn left or right.
5. Aggressive driving behaviors such as tailgating, weaving, and excessive speeding:
- A. Save enough time to make up for the added risk
- B. Raise crash risk and can lead to reckless charges (correct)
- C. Are only illegal when they cause a crash
- D. Are safe for skilled drivers in light traffic
Why: Aggressive driving dramatically increases the risk of a crash and can lead to reckless driving citations, points, and higher insurance. The time saved is minimal compared to the danger created.
Source: official Ohio driver handbook
6. A red and white 'WRONG WAY' sign tells you:
- A. A one-way road begins ahead
- B. You are going against traffic (correct)
- C. You must yield to oncoming cars
- D. A detour is ahead - follow it
Why: A 'Wrong Way' sign means you are heading the wrong direction on a one-way road or ramp. Stop, check for traffic, and safely turn around immediately.
More Ohio facts, the full requirements table and the printable PDF are on the Ohio permit practice test page.
Ohio BMV Test Info
- Questions on real test
- 40
- Passing score
- 75%
- Correct needed
- 30 of 40 correct (75%)
- Minimum age
- 15½ years old
- Testing agency
- Bureau of Motor Vehicles
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Study Tip
Don't just aim to pass this Ohio Practice Test 4 once - keep taking it until you score 75% or higher two or three times in a row. Read the explanation after every question, even the ones you get right, to lock in the rule before your BMV exam.