District of Columbia Permit Test: Teen & Provisional Drivers Practice Questions

Correct answer: Drivers under 21

If you are under 21, you must operate under the Gradual Rearing of Adult Drivers (GRAD) Program (ages 16–20).

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: Two years, non-renewable

The learner permit is valid for two years for US citizens and is non-renewable; after it expires you must retake the knowledge test.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: A fully licensed driver 21+ in the front passenger seat

A learner permit holder must be supervised by a driver 21 or older with a valid full license, seated in the front passenger seat.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: 16 years, 6 months

To get a provisional license you must be at least 16½, hold a learner permit 6 months, have no pointable violations, and pass the road test.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: 40 hours

You must certify at least 40 hours of driving accompanied by a licensed driver 21 or older with a full license.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: At least 10 hours

You must certify at least 10 hours of night driving with a licensed driver 21+ to get the full license.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: 12 consecutive months

A provisional driver must be violation-free for twelve consecutive months before graduating.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: One year, renewable

The provisional license is valid for one year and is renewable.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: No

Learner permit holders may not drive with other passengers in the vehicle.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: No

Learner permit holders may not use a mobile phone or other electronic device, with or without hands-free accessories.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: One licensed adult 21+ in front, plus siblings, children or parents

A provisional driver may carry one passenger who is a fully licensed driver 21+ in the front seat, plus siblings, children or parents.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: No more than two (siblings or child excepted)

Under 18 with a full license with conditions you may carry no more than two passengers under 21, not counting siblings or your child.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: A 90-day permit suspension plus reinstatement fee

With 8+ points or any GRAD restriction violation, the learner permit is suspended 90 days and a reinstatement fee is due.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: No

Prior to age 18, provisional drivers are not allowed to operate a vehicle for compensation.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)

Correct answer: Driving to or from work

You may drive during GRAD restricted hours to or from work, school activities, religious or athletic events, or with a licensed adult 21+.

Source: Types of Driver Licenses & Permits (GRAD Program)