GDL - Graduated Driver License GDL Passenger Rules Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the primary reason for passenger restrictions under most Graduated Driver License (GDL) programs?

Accepted Answer

To minimize distractions for new and inexperienced drivers.

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To reduce the vehicle's weight and improve fuel economy.

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To ensure enough space for a supervising adult in the vehicle.

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To lower the cost of auto insurance for the driver's family.

Question 2

A 16-year-old with a GDL probationary/intermediate license has been licensed for three months. According to typical GDL rules, which of the following passengers can they legally transport without an adult supervisor?

Accepted Answer

One friend who is under 21 years of age.

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Three of their high school friends.

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Their 17-year-old sibling and 15-year-old cousin.

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Their parent and two of the parent's friends.

Question 3

A GDL driver wants to give a ride to several of their friends, which would normally violate their passenger restriction. In which of the following scenarios would this typically be permissible?

Accepted Answer

If a licensed adult, 21 years of age or older, is in the front passenger seat.

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If the trip is less than five miles from the driver's home.

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If all passengers are wearing their seat belts.

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If the driver has a signed permission slip from their parents.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is generally TRUE regarding GDL passenger rules?

Accepted Answer

Restrictions on passengers are often lifted or relaxed after the first six to twelve months of holding an intermediate license.

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Passenger restrictions apply to all drivers under the age of 25.

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The rules are the same for immediate family members and non-family members.

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A driver is allowed to have as many passengers as there are seatbelts, regardless of their GDL stage.

Question 5

Maria is 17 and has held a probationary GDL for seven months. She needs to drive her 16-year-old brother and 15-year-old sister to a family event. Under the passenger rules of a typical GDL program, is this allowed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, because passengers who are immediate family members are usually exempt from restrictions.

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No, because she is carrying more than one passenger under the age of 21.

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Only if the total number of occupants in the vehicle does not exceed three.

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No, unless she gets special permission from the local DMV for this specific trip.

Question 6

During the intermediate stage of a GDL program, passenger limitations are typically in effect. These rules usually restrict:

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The number of non-family passengers under a specific age, such as 21.

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The total number of passengers regardless of age or relation.

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Any passenger from sitting in the front seat.

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Transporting any passenger during nighttime driving hours.