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License Types and Restrictions Flashcards

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  1. In Washington, what is the minimum age to apply for an instruction permit if you are enrolled in an approved driver training course?

    Answer: 15 years old

    Washington allows teens enrolled in an approved driver training course to get an instruction permit at 15.

  2. At what age can a Washington teen get an instruction permit WITHOUT being enrolled in a driver training course?

    Answer: 15 and a half years old

    Without an approved driver training course, applicants must be at least 15 and a half to get an instruction permit.

  3. During the first six months with an intermediate license, how many passengers under age 20 (outside immediate family) may the driver carry?

    Answer: None

    For the first six months, intermediate license holders may not carry any passengers under 20 who are not immediate family members.

  4. After the first six months with an intermediate license, how many passengers under age 20 (non-family) are allowed?

    Answer: No more than three

    After six months, intermediate drivers may carry no more than three passengers under 20 who are not immediate family.

  5. Intermediate license holders in Washington may not drive between which hours unless accompanied by a licensed driver age 25 or older?

    Answer: 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.

    The intermediate license nighttime restriction runs from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. unless supervised by a licensed driver 25 or older.

  6. How long must a Washington teen hold an instruction permit before applying for an intermediate license?

    Answer: At least 6 months

    Applicants must hold an instruction permit for at least six months before getting an intermediate license.

  7. How many hours of supervised driving practice are required before a teen can get an intermediate license in Washington?

    Answer: 50 hours, including 10 at night

    Washington requires 50 hours of supervised practice, including at least 10 hours at night.

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