Who must accompany applicants under 16 years of age during the road test?

Applicants under 16 years of age are required to be accompanied by one of their parents or a legal guardian during the road test. This requirement ensures that a responsible adult is present to provide support and guidance, emphasizing the importance of supervision for younger, less experienced drivers. Parents and legal guardians play a crucial role in monitoring the driving experience, helping to instill safe driving habits, and ensuring that the applicant is prepared for the responsibilities of operating a vehicle.

While certified driving instructors have specialized training and knowledge to assist novice drivers, the regulations specifically highlight the role of parents or guardians as primary support figures in this context. Similarly, while an adult relative over 21 could potentially accompany the applicant, the law specifically mandates that the accompanying person must be a parent or legal guardian. Lastly, the option suggesting that no one is required to accompany underage applicants is not in line with the safety and oversight objectives of the licensing process.