Chapter 9-4: Getting your novice licence (Class 7)

The “Getting your novice licence” section of the BC driver’s knowledge test explains the steps required to move from a learner’s (L) licence to a novice (N) licence.

BC Driving Test - Chapter 9-4: Getting your novice licence (Class 7)

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According to novice stage restrictions, which of the following electronic devices are you permitted to use while driving?

A portable music device

A hand-held GPS system

None of the above

A hands-free cellphone

2 / 15

Approximately how long does the Class 7 road test take to complete?

60 minutes

35 minutes

15 minutes

90 minutes

3 / 15

If you do not pass your Class 7 road test, what is the minimum waiting period before you can take it again?

24 days

14 days

30 days

7 days

4 / 15

The Class 7 road test assesses a driver's ability to perform which set of core skills?

park-stop-go

see-think-do

check-signal-move

look-listen-learn

5 / 15

What is the maximum legal blood alcohol content (BAC) for a driver with a novice licence?

Any amount is acceptable if you feel you can drive safely

0.05%

Zero

0.08%

6 / 15

How long must you hold your learner’s licence before being eligible for the Class 7 road test?

At least 60 hours

At least two years

At least one year

At least six months

7 / 15

What is a potential penalty for a GLP driver who gets a traffic violation ticket?

A fine and penalty points on their driving record

An immediate upgrade to a full licence

A mandatory vehicle inspection

Required community service

8 / 15

Under what condition can a novice driver have more than one passenger who is not an immediate family member?

If you are driving during daylight hours only

If accompanied by a supervisor age 25+ with a valid Class 1-5 licence

If the trip is for educational purposes

If the passengers are all over 25 years old

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What happens if a driver in the novice stage receives a driving prohibition?

They receive a warning letter but can continue driving.

They must accumulate an additional 24 consecutive prohibition-free months after their licence is reinstated.

They must pay a fine, but their graduation time is unaffected.

Their novice stage is extended by 6 months.

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What is the recommended minimum number of practice driving hours before taking the Class 7 road test?

100 hours

14 hours

60 hours

35 hours

11 / 15

Who is permitted in the vehicle during your Class 7 road test, besides the driver examiner?

Only other authorized people

Your pet, if it is in a carrier

Your driving supervisor

One immediate family member

12 / 15

Which of the following manoeuvres might be included in your Class 7 road test?

Checking engine fluid levels

Changing a flat tire

Parallel parking

Driving on a private racetrack

13 / 15

How does a driving prohibition affect a driver in their learner stage?

They immediately graduate to the novice stage.

Their learner stage will be extended.

It has no effect on their graduation time.

They only have to pay a fine.

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Where must the official 'N' (Novice) sign be displayed on your vehicle?

On the front windshield

On the rear of the vehicle, visible to drivers behind you

Displaying the sign is optional

On the driver's side door

15 / 15

Which of the following is NOT considered 'Immediate Family' under the novice passenger restriction rules?

Grandparents

Sisters

Spouse

Cousins

Your score is

To qualify, drivers must hold their learner’s licence for at least 12 months without violations and pass the Class 7 road test. This section covers important topics such as preparing for the road test, driving restrictions for new drivers, and safe driving practices. Earning an N licence is the second stage in the Graduated Licensing Program (GLP), bringing more driving freedom while still maintaining some safety restrictions.