learner's permit

Yesterday was my birthday and I thought I would treat myself to a few hours at the BMV. Isn't that everyone's dream? If you notice in the picture they forgot the banners and noise makers. The kid had her driver's test. She's had her learner's permit for a year. I'll end your suspense...she did not pass. I knew this because after sitting inside the building watching this sector of humanity for over an hour I got a text saying "come out"

I've been hearing so many people talk about how their children in their late teens into late twenties don't have their licenses and have no interest. This, to me, seems unfathomable. Do they simply remain at home or worse, completely dependent upon their parents? Do they rely on public transportation and if so clearly they don't live in rural areas.