Licences and penaltiesQuestion 177 of 202

How long must a driver hold a probationary licence?

  1. At least one year
  2. At least six months
  3. At least two years
  4. At least 18 months
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Correct answer: At least one year

The probationary stage lasts at least one year. The two stages together take at least two years.

Source: Driver's Manual: A guide to safely operate cars and light trucks (Government of the Northwest Territories, revised August 2022), Chapter 1, Graduated Driver Licensing Program, page 11

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