Nova Scotia Learner’s Practice Test 2026
The class 7 knowledge test is the first step to a Nova Scotia driver’s licence. It has two parts, Rules of the Road and Road Sign Recognition, with 20 questions each. These practice questions cover Nova Scotia’s graduated licensing rules, road signs and the rules of the road.
Kort antwoord
Het officiële examen heeft 40 vragen. Geslaagd: 16 of 20 in each part. Tijdslimiet: 60 minuten. Afgenomen door: Service Nova Scotia, Registry of Motor Vehicles. Minimumleeftijd: 16 (parental consent at 16–17). Kosten: $15.03 (knowledge test). Oefen hier gratis met 205 vragen, elk met het antwoord en een uitleg. Gecontroleerd aan de hand van officiële bronnen op 10 oktober 2026.
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Vraag 1 van 25
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Antwoord: A. Rules of the Road and Road Sign Recognition, 20 questions each
The test has two parts: Rules of the Road (20 questions) and Road Sign Recognition (20 questions).
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Antwoord: C. 16 of 20
You must get at least 16 correct on each part.
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Antwoord: A. 30 minutes
Each part has a 30-minute time limit.
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Antwoord: D. A desktop or laptop with a webcam
The online test needs a desktop or laptop with a webcam. Phones and tablets are not allowed.
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Antwoord: A. None: no help from others and no resource materials
You must take the test alone, with no help from others and no resource materials.
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Antwoord: D. Contact the Registry of Motor Vehicles to arrange an interpreter
The online test is in English and French. For other languages, contact the Registry of Motor Vehicles to arrange an interpreter.
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Antwoord: A. Written consent from a parent or guardian
Applicants aged 16 or 17 need written consent from a parent or guardian.
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Vraag 8 van 25
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Antwoord: A. After you pass the knowledge test
Online testers do the vision test after passing the knowledge test. In person, you pass the vision test before the knowledge test.
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Antwoord: C. Only the rules part
You only retake the part you failed. If you fail both, you retake both.
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Antwoord: D. The next day
In person, you must wait until the next day. Online, there is no waiting period. You pay again for each retake.
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Antwoord: D. You must have your photo taken and pay the learner’s licence fee at the Registry or Access Nova Scotia
You cannot drive right away. Get your photo taken and pay the learner’s licence fee first.
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Antwoord: B. 12 months
Since April 1, 2016, the road test waiting period is 12 months, or 9 months with a qualifying driver training course.
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Antwoord: D. 9 months
A qualifying driver training course reduces the road test waiting period from 12 months to 9 months.
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Antwoord: A. In the front passenger seat
Learners must be accompanied by a supervising driver seated in the front passenger seat.
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Antwoord: C. A driver who is still in the Graduated Driver Licence program
A supervising driver must not be enrolled in the GDL program.
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Antwoord: B. A maximum of two years
Learner’s licences issued after April 1, 2015 are valid for a maximum of two years.
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Antwoord: A. Zero
While in the GDL program you must have a zero blood alcohol content.
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Antwoord: B. 2 years
The newly licensed stage lasts at least 2 years.
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Antwoord: A. Pass a road test
You enter the newly licensed stage by passing a road test.
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Antwoord: C. An authorized driver training program
To exit the newly licensed stage, you must also complete an authorized driver training program and submit the graduation certificate.
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Antwoord: A. Upgrade to classes 1 to 4
Upgrades to classes 1 to 4 are not allowed during the newly licensed stage.
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Antwoord: A. 2 full years
The restricted individual stage lasts 2 full years.
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Antwoord: A. Supervise a learner driver
Restricted individuals cannot supervise a learner, and they cannot supervise a newly licensed driver between midnight and 5 a.m.
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Vraag 24 van 25
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Antwoord: A. Zero
Blood alcohol must stay at zero in the restricted individual stage.
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Vraag 25 van 25
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Antwoord: C. At a Registry of Motor Vehicles or Access Nova Scotia office
If you cannot test online, you can take it in person at the Registry of Motor Vehicles or Access Nova Scotia.
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Het echte examen: 16 of 20 in each part
Wat je moet weten voor het examen
- The test has two parts: Rules of the Road and Road Sign Recognition, with 20 multiple-choice questions each. You need at least 16 correct in each part.
- You have 30 minutes for each part.
- You can take the test online on a desktop or laptop with a webcam, or in person at a Registry of Motor Vehicles or Access Nova Scotia office. Phones and tablets cannot be used online.
- The online test is in English and French. For other languages, contact the Registry of Motor Vehicles to arrange an interpreter.
- If you fail, you retake only the part you failed. Online there is no waiting period; in person you wait until the next day.
- If you are 16 or 17, you need written consent from a parent or guardian.
- Drivers in the Graduated Driver Licence program must have a blood alcohol content of zero.
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How many questions are on the Nova Scotia learner’s test?
40 questions in two parts: 20 on the rules of the road and 20 on road signs. You need at least 16 correct in each part.
Can I take the Nova Scotia knowledge test online?
Yes. You need a desktop or laptop computer with a webcam. Phones and tablets are not allowed. You can also test in person at the Registry of Motor Vehicles or Access Nova Scotia.
How long do I have for the knowledge test?
30 minutes for each part.
What happens if I fail one part?
You retake only the part you failed. Online you can retry with no waiting period; in person you wait until the next day. You pay again for each retake.
Can I drive right after passing the online test?
No. You must get your photo taken and pay the learner’s licence fee at the Registry of Motor Vehicles or Access Nova Scotia first.
How long must I have my learner’s licence before the road test?
The Nova Scotia handbook says the waiting period is 12 months, or 9 months if you complete a qualifying driver training course.