GDL - Graduated Driver License Supervised Driving Requirements Questions and Answers

Question 1

Under most GDL laws, what is the minimum total number of supervised driving hours an applicant must complete before being eligible for an intermediate or provisional license?

Accepted Answer

50 hours, with 10 at night

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20 hours, with 5 at night

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30 hours, with 10 at night

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60 hours, with 15 at night

Question 2

A 16-year-old with a learner's permit is driving with their 22-year-old licensed sibling. Which of the following is a common requirement for the supervising driver in this scenario?

Accepted Answer

The supervisor must be at least 21 or in some states 25 years old and hold a valid license.

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The supervisor must have at least 10 years of driving experience.

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The supervisor must be a parent or legal guardian only.

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The supervisor can be any licensed driver over the age of 18.

Question 3

Which of the following is typically TRUE regarding passenger restrictions during the supervised driving (learner's permit) phase of a GDL program?

Accepted Answer

Generally, only the supervisor and one other passenger are allowed, with exceptions for immediate family.

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Only the supervising driver is allowed in the vehicle.

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The number of passengers is unlimited as long as everyone wears a seatbelt.

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Any number of passengers under 21 are allowed, but no passengers over 21.

Question 4

Maria, who has a learner's permit, is practicing driving with her father. Her father is in the front passenger seat. Where must Maria's younger brother, who is also in the car, be seated?

Accepted Answer

In a rear seat of the vehicle.

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In the front passenger seat, next to his father.

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He is not allowed in the vehicle during supervised driving.

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Anywhere, as long as he is wearing a seatbelt.

Question 5

GDL laws often include nighttime driving restrictions during the initial solo driving phase. What is the primary reason for this restriction?

Accepted Answer

To reduce the higher risk of crashes associated with nighttime driving for inexperienced drivers.

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To ensure teens get enough sleep for school.

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Because there is more traffic on the roads at night.

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To prevent teens from attending late-night social events.

Question 6

Before advancing from a learner's permit to an intermediate license, the GDL applicant's parent or guardian typically must:

Accepted Answer

Certify in writing that the required supervised practice hours have been completed.

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Pass a written test on their supervisory skills.

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Take a defensive driving course with their teen.

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Pay an additional fee for the road test.