Chapter 9-7: Choosing a driving school

The “Choosing a driving school” section of the BC Class 7 knowledge test highlights the benefits of professional driver training.

BC Driving Test - Chapter 9-7: Choosing a driving school

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The text suggests that qualified instructors are often more effective at training new drivers than who?

Family members or friends.

Other new drivers.

Online driving simulators.

Police officers.

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How can you identify a driving school that offers an ICBC-approved GLP course?

They will advertise on television.

They will be recommended by a family member.

Their Driving School Licence will have a GLP designation.

They will have the highest customer ratings.

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What is a potential benefit for a new driver in the GLP learner stage who successfully completes an ICBC-approved course?

They can skip the Class 7 road test.

A guaranteed pass on their Class 5 road test.

A six-month reduction in the novice stage.

They receive a discount on their first vehicle purchase.

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To receive the six-month reduction in the novice stage, a driver must remain free of violations, prohibitions, or at-fault crashes for how long?

The entire learner stage.

The first 18 months of the novice stage.

The first 12 months of the novice stage.

The first 6 months of the novice stage.

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Which of the following must a driving school provide to you if you ask for it?

The driving records of their instructors.

A written policy of their rates and refunds.

Their vehicle maintenance schedule.

A list of their past students.

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According to the text, what is a mandatory requirement for all driving schools and instructors?

They must provide vehicles with standard transmission.

They must be licensed by ICBC.

They must offer an ICBC-approved driver education course.

They must have at least five years of experience.

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What is the minimum instruction time for an ICBC-approved GLP Class 7 driver course?

24 hours

18 hours

40 hours

32 hours

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What academic incentive is offered to high school students for completing an approved GLP course?

One Grade 12 credit.

An exemption from a physical education class.

Two Grade 11 credits.

A scholarship for post-secondary education.

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Selecting an approved driving school ensures you receive structured instruction in safe driving techniques, traffic laws, and defensive driving skills. Certified instructors provide personalized feedback and help build confidence behind the wheel. When choosing a school, look for one recognized by ICBC and check reviews or recommendations. Investing in quality driving lessons can increase your chances of passing both the knowledge and road tests, setting you up for success as a responsible, skilled driver in British Columbia.