OH DMV Ohio Traffic Laws and Road Rules

Question 1

What is Ohio's basic speed law?

Accepted Answer

Never drive faster than what is safe for current conditions

Answer

Always drive at the posted speed limit

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The speed limit is always 55 mph on rural roads

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Speed limits only apply in school zones

Question 2

What is the maximum speed limit on Ohio interstate highways in rural areas?

Accepted Answer

70 mph

Answer

55 mph

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60 mph

Answer

65 mph

Question 3

In Ohio, when must a driver yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk?

Accepted Answer

Whenever a pedestrian is in or entering the crosswalk

Answer

Only at signalized intersections

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Only when the pedestrian has a walk signal

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Only in school zones

Question 4

What does Ohio law require when approaching a stationary emergency vehicle with lights activated on the roadside?

Accepted Answer

Move over one lane or slow down if lane change isn't possible

Answer

Honk to warn the vehicle

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Stop completely

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Flash your headlights

Question 5

In Ohio, what is the right-of-way rule at an uncontrolled intersection when two vehicles arrive simultaneously?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right

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The larger vehicle has the right of way

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The vehicle going straight has the right of way

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The driver who arrived first goes first

Question 6

What must Ohio drivers do when a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended?

Accepted Answer

Stop at least 10 feet away and wait until lights stop flashing

Answer

Slow to 25 mph

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Proceed carefully after checking for children

Answer

Only stop if on a two-lane road