Ohio permit test: seat belts & equipment

Seat belts, child restraints, air bags, mirrors and required equipment. 9 questions.

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Seat belts & equipmentOhio rule

What is the minimum safe tire tread depth stated in the Ohio digest?

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Sample seat belts & equipment questions

  1. What is the minimum safe tire tread depth stated in the Ohio digest?

    • A 1/16 inch
    • B 1/8 inch
    • C 1/4 inch
    • D 1/32 inch
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    A. 1/16 inch

    A safe tire has at least 1/16-inch tread depth and no major bumps, bulges, or damage. A quick check is the penny test: if you can see all of Lincoln's head, the tire is too worn.

    Source: Ohio Driver Manual - Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws, section 2

  2. When are studded tires legal in Ohio?

    • A October 1 through April 30
    • B December 1 through March 31
    • C November 1 through April 15
    • D Any time there is snow on the ground
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    C. November 1 through April 15

    In Ohio, studded tires are legal from November 1 through April 15. Studs help on ice but wear down dry pavement, so they are allowed only in the winter season.

    Source: Ohio Driver Manual - Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws, section 2

  3. What light transmission must the side windows of the front seat allow under Ohio's tint rules?

    • A 70%, plus or minus 3%
    • B 50%, plus or minus 3%
    • C 35%, plus or minus 3%
    • D 20%, plus or minus 3%
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    B. 50%, plus or minus 3%

    Ohio requires the windshield to pass 70% of light and the front-seat side windows to pass 50%, plus or minus 3%. Too much tint makes it harder for you to see and for others to see you.

    Source: Ohio Driver Manual - Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws, section 2

  4. How far should your chest be from the steering wheel to allow room for the air bag?

    • A At least 4 inches
    • B At least 6 inches
    • C At least 10 inches
    • D At least 18 inches
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    C. At least 10 inches

    Keep at least 10 inches between your chest and the steering wheel so the air bag can inflate without injuring you. Also set the head restraint so it touches the back of your head.

    Source: Ohio Driver Manual - Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws, section 2