conversation: User (Minespidurr): "So I recently passed the knowledge portion of my state's driving test (in my state once you've reached 18 you're able to apply directly for your license without holding a learners permit.) but couldn't take the driving portion that day because my family is struggling right now and can't afford insurance. Should I look into a driver's ed course? What should I do?"
  Self: "If you can't afford car insurance, you can't afford to drive, full stop. That means that right now, you don't need a license. You should focus on finding ways to increase income and decrease expenses so that you can afford insurance, then worry about taking your driving test. If taking a driver's ed course will lower your insurance rates (or you feel like you need it to drive safely), then saving up for that cost is a good idea as well."
  